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Waterford bicycle factory closes. So, too, does another chapter in Schwinn history

September 20, 2023 - 2:00pm

Richard Schwinn ran Waterford Precision Cycles out of the same plant in southeastern Wisconsin previously owned by his family. But no longer.

Wisconsin seeks to virtually train 10K new caregivers amid job shortages

September 20, 2023 - 12:25pm

According to the state Department of Health Services, Wisconsin's caregiver workforce is in "crisis" and 20,000 more caregivers are needed by next year.

Study: A few minutes of counseling from a pediatrician can reduce risky teen behavior on social media

September 20, 2023 - 5:20am

Research found youth were more likely to report a decrease in "friending" strangers online and more likely to talk with caregivers about social media after intervention during routine check-ups.

As abortion services resume in Wisconsin, Senate committee considers bills to curb the practice

September 19, 2023 - 5:55pm

A slate of five proposals aimed at curbing abortion use received a public hearing at the state Senate on Tuesday.

State reviewing Milwaukee business's suspicious use of COVID relief funds

September 19, 2023 - 5:00am

The state is reviewing a Milwaukee business's suspicious use of COVID relief funds. The Evers administration says it's the only one of 38 Diverse Business Grants that has been suspended.

Appointments fill up quickly as Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin resumes abortions

September 18, 2023 - 5:25pm

Protestors gathered Monday as Planned Parenthood resumed abortions at two Wisconsin clinics.

Wisconsin biochemist: Aspartame likely safe to drink in moderation

September 15, 2023 - 6:00am

Despite renewed warnings over use of the artificial sweetener aspartame, a Wisconsin scientist who studies sweeteners told WPR's "Central Time" the ingredient is generally safe to consume.

Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin to resume abortion services

September 14, 2023 - 10:35am

Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin announced Thursday it will resume abortion services at two of its clinics starting Sept. 18.

Wisconsin health officials urge residents to get the newly-approved COVID-19 booster ahead of flu season

September 14, 2023 - 5:55am

Spread of COVID-19 and flu this winter is expected to be similar to last year, with some markers of virus activity showing COVID-19 has increased slightly in the state.

Dairy supporters call on FDA to stop lab-grown dairy alternatives from using words like 'milk', 'cheese'

September 12, 2023 - 5:55am

The debate over using terms like "milk" or "cheese" on labels for milk alternatives has grown to include lab-grown or cell-based dairy products.

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Waterford bicycle factory closes. So, too, does another chapter in Schwinn history

Wisconsin seeks to virtually train 10K new caregivers amid job shortages

Study: A few minutes of counseling from a pediatrician can reduce risky teen behavior on social media

As abortion services resume in Wisconsin, Senate committee considers bills to curb the practice

State reviewing Milwaukee business's suspicious use of COVID relief funds

Appointments fill up quickly as Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin resumes abortions

Wisconsin biochemist: Aspartame likely safe to drink in moderation

Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin to resume abortion services

Wisconsin health officials urge residents to get the newly-approved COVID-19 booster ahead of flu season

Dairy supporters call on FDA to stop lab-grown dairy alternatives from using words like 'milk', 'cheese'

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