Wisconsinites hold a combined $19 billion of student loan debt, and a new bill in the state legislature would give people a chance to refinance their loans. A reporter gives us the latest on the bill, and discusses how it would affect the state. We also look at possible changes coming to the GAB, and look at an unusual gun lawsuit that’s in court this week in Milwaukee.
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Public Hearing On Student Loan Agency, GAB Reform Bill
Wisconsin lawmakers are accepting public input on the possible creation of an agency overhaul student debt in Wisconsin. And legislators will hold a press conference on proposed reforms to the state’s Government Accountability Board (GAB).
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Milwaukee Gun Lawsuit Could Set Precedent
An unusual gun case is in court this week in Milwaukee. Two Milwaukee police officers are suing a gun store, after a weapon was purchased from there and used in an attack on the officers. A reporter covering the case explains how its playing out so far, and the possible precedent this case could set.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Veronica Rueckert Host
- Judith Siers-Poisson Producer
- Chris Malina Producer
- Shawn Johnson Guest
- John Diedrich Guest
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