New research at UW-Madison investigates how squirrels keep up their muscle density during hibernation. We hear how the findings could help humans. We also get the latest on how Wisconsin department store Kohl’s is reacting to offers of new ownership. Plus, a look at new federal recommendations on reducing fentanyl trafficking and the House bill to overhaul USPS funding.
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What UW researchers have been learning about hibernating animals
The author of a new study looking at how squirrels maintain muscle density while hibernating talks about what her team found, and how the results could be used to help people with degenerative disorders or astronauts.
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Kohl's rejects unsolicited offers to buy company, reviewing other possible offers
Menominee Falls-based Kohl’s has rejected a takeover bid by activist investors, but says it’s entertaining other “expressions of interest” in ownership of the company. We break down the latest, and talk about what new owners could mean for the company’s Wisconsin workforce.
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How fentanyl is changing drug enforcement and prevention efforts
A federal commission is out with dozens of recommendations to cut down on fentanyl trafficking, ranging from prevention of smuggling to reducing the demand for opioid in the United States. We talk with a journalist who’s followed the drug trade for years about how the synthetic opioid has raised the stakes.
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The House passed a bill to overhaul the finances of the long-struggling U.S. Postal Service. We take a look at the cost-cutting measures, which proponents say would save the USPS $50 billion in the coming decade.
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- Tim Peterson Producer
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- Colleen Leahy Producer
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- Sam Quinones Guest
- James O'Rourke Guest
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