New AI college at UW-Madison, Shipping costs, Lake restoration

First, the chancellor of UW-Madison talks to us about the school’s plan to start a college dedicated to artificial intelligence. Then, we hear about why it’s so expensive for manufacturers to ship their products from Wisconsin. Plus, a community organization tackles sediment in Lake Pepin.

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UW-Madison gets approval to launch new AI, computing college

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Last week, the Board of Regents approved a proposal to form UW-Madison’s first new academic division in more than 40 years. We talk to Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin about the new College of Computing and Artificial Intelligence launching in 2026 and other updates from campus.
How immigration attorneys are responding to immigration crackdown

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The Trump administration has radically changed immigration protocols, sending federal agents into cities around the country to detain and deport people. WPR’s Bridgit Bowden reports on how Wisconsin’s immigration attorneys are feeling the pressure to keep up with demand and help their clients.
Why it is so expensive to ship products out of Wisconsin

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Wisconsin producers and manufacturers ship products all over the world. But a lack of rail service means they pay more to ship their products. A lumber company owner and an attorney who represents shippers explain the problem and offer solutions.
Reducing sediment and promoting restoration on Lake Pepin

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Concerned neighbors formed a non-profit to protect Lake Pepin on Wisconsin’s western border. We talk to the executive director of the Lake Pepin Legacy Alliance about the problems with sediment buildup disrupting the lake and the projects the organization is undertaking to improve it.