Federal Unemployment Disability Lawsuit, Proposed Solar Project Draws Opposition

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We hear from the lawyers suing the state over unemployment benefits being denied to people with disabilities. Then, we hear about a proposed solar energy farm in south central Wisconsin that would be the biggest in the state.

Featured in this Show

  • Attorneys Sue Wisconsin Over Unemployment Benefit Ban To People Receiving Disability Income

    Attorneys are fighting to overturn a Wisconsin law that bans those who receive disability income from also receiving unemployment benefits if they lose their job. We talk to the two lawyers who have sued the state in federal court.

  • Residents Divided Over Large Solar Project

    If built, the Koshkonong Solar Center in Dane County would be the largest renewable energy facility in Wisconsin. But not all local residents want to see the newly-proposed 300-megawatt solar farm constructed. We learn more about the project and how solar energy could impact climate change.

Episode Credits

  • Kate Archer Kent Host
  • Steven Potter Producer
  • Courtney Everett Producer
  • Lee Rayburn Technical Director
  • Maria Lopez Technical Director
  • Paul Kinne Guest
  • Victor Forberger Guest
  • Brendan Conway Guest