A proposal for a new Milwaukee arena has been a sticking point in the state budget, and the full legislature will vote on the measure soon. The Milwaukee County Executive behind the plan explains why the new arena will be good for the city and state. We also discuss the changes to the Wisconsin Medical Society’s new vaccine policy, and discuss the smoky air blowing through Wisconsin today.
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Canadian Wildfires Causing Smoky, Possibly Hazardous Air Across Wisconsin Today
Smoky air is blowing through Wisconsin today, leading the DNR to issue a statewide air quality notice. A meteorologist explains why smoke from Canadian wildfires is having such an effect on the state.
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Chris Abele Discusses How Proposed Budget, Bucks Deal Will Affect Milwaukee County
As Wisconsin’s full legislature prepares to debate the budget and Bucks arena proposal, we speak with Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele about how the new legislation could affect the county.
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The Wisconsin Medical Society's New Vaccine Policy
Childhood vaccination is a hot topic for parents and public heath officials. We find out what the Wisconsin Medical Society’s new policy is on opting out of vaccinating children, and what spurred the changes.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Chris Malina Producer
- Galen Druke Producer
- Judith Siers-Poisson Producer
- Veronica Rueckert Producer
- Chris Abele Guest
- Dr. Patrick Remington Guest
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