We look at the health insurance marketplace in Wisconsin during open enrollment. Then, we learn about a new bill that would legalize online sports betting in Wisconsin. And, we meet two of the First Responders of the Year in Wisconsin.
Featured in this Episode
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A guide to the Affordable Care Act insurance marketplace in Wisconsin
Open enrollment for the Affordable Care Act marketplace begins this weekend. But premiums are expected to skyrocket, unless Congress extends them. We talk with a health insurance expert about what Wisconsinites need to know.
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The great pumpkins
The Midwest has a thriving community of pumpkin growers harvesting gourds that are bigger and heavier than some cars. We learn more about the record-setting produce and the farmers behind them.
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New bill would legalize online sports betting statewide
A new bill would legalize online sports betting statewide, joining nearly 40 other states that have legalized the practice. This comes as a Wisconsin tribe is suing two online prediction markets, alleging that they are already running illegal online sportsbooks. A lawmaker and reporter join us.
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Wisconsin recognizes First Responders of the Year
Wisconsin recognized one “First Responder of the Year” in each of its 99 assembly districts. We speak with two awardees; a Delafield firefighter who saved a woman and her dog from a burning building and an Antigo officer who helped save two children by negotiating a violent hostage situation.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Bobby Peterson Guest
- Kristin Dassler-Alfheim Guest
- Alexander Osipovich Guest
- Caleb Lucht Guest
- Julie Powell Guest
- Beatrice Lawrence Producer
- Trevor Hook Producer
- Avery Lea Rogers Producer
- Tyler Ditter Technical Director
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Dean Knetter Executive Producer
- Tim Peterson Managing Producer
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