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Wisconsin libraries would have to notify parents about the books their kids check out under GOP proposal

November 24, 2023 - 5:00am

Young people's use of libraries would be under increased scrutiny under Republican bills being considered in the Wisconsin Legislature.

Tips for managing credit card debt ahead of the holiday shopping season

November 22, 2023 - 8:55am

NerdWallet senior writer Sara Rathner gives advice on managing credit card debt as Americans prepare to spend billions.

Greendale High School band to march in this year's Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

November 22, 2023 - 5:40am

The Greendale band is one of just six high school groups nationwide selected to appear in this year's event.

Afghan refugee now teaching Wisconsin college students about global affairs

November 22, 2023 - 5:40am

Najib Azad recently appeared on WPR's "The Morning Show" to discuss his family's journey from Afghanistan to Stevens Point, Wisconsin as part of a refugee resettlement program.

‘Brighten somebody’s day:’ Green Bay Packers great LeRoy Butler shares hope, stories with local students

November 21, 2023 - 3:50pm

Green Bay Packers legend LeRoy Butler shared his messages of hope and positivity in the face of bullying and adversity in response to questions from Lombardi Middle School eighth graders before the Packers play against the Detroit Lions on Thanksgiving.

Nearly 1K students enrolled in Milwaukee Public Schools have not attended a single day this year

November 21, 2023 - 5:20am

Chronic absenteeism has been an issue in Wisconsin schools since the pandemic. But in Milwaukee, nearly 1,000 students enrolled in public school have not attended a single day this year.

Public school libraries will see record high investment next year from Wisconsin fund

November 20, 2023 - 5:35pm

Public school libraries across Wisconsin will see their highest-ever funding levels next year from their share of a dedicated statewide fund.

Wisconsin reading law could be adjusted to address bilingual learners

November 17, 2023 - 3:30pm

The author of Wisconsin’s sweeping new reading law said Friday the legislation could get an accompanying bill to clarify how bilingual students are tested.

Madison poised to donate fire station land so community college can open child care center

November 17, 2023 - 5:00am

As parents across the state struggle to find affordable child care providers, a technical college in Madison is set to open a child care facility using land donated by the city.

Democrat Evers, Republican Vos both argue against Supreme Court taking voucher lawsuit

November 16, 2023 - 2:40pm

Gov. Evers' administration and Assembly Speaker Vos are in the rare position of taking the same side in a lawsuit seeking to end Wisconsin's taxpayer-funded voucher school system, telling the Wisconsin Supreme Court that it should not take the case.

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Wisconsin libraries would have to notify parents about the books their kids check out under GOP proposal

Tips for managing credit card debt ahead of the holiday shopping season

Greendale High School band to march in this year's Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

Afghan refugee now teaching Wisconsin college students about global affairs

‘Brighten somebody’s day:’ Green Bay Packers great LeRoy Butler shares hope, stories with local students

Nearly 1K students enrolled in Milwaukee Public Schools have not attended a single day this year

Public school libraries will see record high investment next year from Wisconsin fund

Wisconsin reading law could be adjusted to address bilingual learners

Madison poised to donate fire station land so community college can open child care center

Democrat Evers, Republican Vos both argue against Supreme Court taking voucher lawsuit

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