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Green Bay women's shelter to reopen next week

November 27, 2023 - 12:55pm

An overnight shelter for homeless women in Green Bay is reopening next Monday. St. John's Ministries' women's-only facility was forced to consolidate its operations earlier this month as shifts remained unfilled.

When will Wisconsinites see relief from high drug prices? A health insurance broker weighs in

November 27, 2023 - 5:15am

This year, Medicare will start negotiating lower prescription drug prices. But one Wisconsin insurance broker says people will have to wait a few years to see prices go down.

State grants could help prevent food waste, get excess food to those who need it

November 24, 2023 - 5:20am

State Rep. Francesca Hong, D- Madison, said possible grant recipients could be community compost programs, small farmers who are starting regenerative agriculture practices, and eligible food pantries.

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.

Volunteers, donations needed as demand for food assistance increases

November 22, 2023 - 5:40am

Like agencies around Wisconsin that provide food assistance, The Neighbors' Place has seen demand for its help grow since federal pandemic aid programs have expired.

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.

Wisconsin Democrats unveil legislative package aimed at climate change

November 17, 2023 - 5:05pm

Wisconsin Democrats are proposing a package of bills aimed at addressing climate change, but the plans don't have buy-in from Republicans who run the state Legislature.

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.

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Green Bay women's shelter to reopen next week

When will Wisconsinites see relief from high drug prices? A health insurance broker weighs in

State grants could help prevent food waste, get excess food to those who need it

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

Volunteers, donations needed as demand for food assistance increases

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

Wisconsin Democrats unveil legislative package aimed at climate change

Wisconsin reading law could be adjusted to address bilingual learners

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