First, we learn how the federal shutdown could Wisconsin. Then, an attorney explains what people need to know about the dispute over who is eligible for unemployment benefits. And, we learn about the legacy of the UW-La Crosse planetarium, which will close after 60 years.
Featured in this Episode
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How a federal government shutdown affects Wisconsin
The federal government has largely shut down after President Donald Trump and congressional leaders failed to agree on how to fund it. A WPR reporter explores some impacts and the head of the state Department of Children and Families details what this means for some Wisconsin families.
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Disabled workers fight for unemployment benefits
In recent months, state government officials have been going back and forth over whether workers who receive federal disability payments should also be eligible to get unemployment benefits from the state — and if so, how much. We talk with a labor and employment attorney about the issue.
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Wisconsin Life: Amethyst
We hear a story of hope and recovery, from an Appleton writer who shares what she held onto during difficult times.
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UW-La Crosse planetarium closing after decades
The planetarium at UW-La Crosse is closing after nearly 60 years of educating the community on deep space and the night sky. We talk to its long-time director about its legacy and the plans for its final semester of programming.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Anya van Wagtendonk Guest
- Jeff Pertl Guest
- Victor Forberger Guest
- Bob Allen Guest
- Trevor Hook Producer
- Beatrice Lawrence Producer
- Lorin Cox Producer
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Tyler Ditter Technical Director
- Dean Knetter Executive Producer
- Tim Peterson Managing Producer
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