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Wisconsin Today

“Wisconsin Today” explores the people, places and ideas shaping life in Wisconsin. Join hosts Rob Ferrett and Kate Archer Kent for news and in-depth conversations that you can’t find anywhere else.

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Rolling back of environmental protections, Vocational...

Wisconsin Today ·

2025/03/24

A WPR reporter explains how the Trump administration’s erosion of environmental regulations could affect Wisconsin. Then, we look at an alternative form of incarceration that teaches people skills. Then, a […]

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A new shipping season, Wisconsin’s attorney general...

Wisconsin Today ·

2025/03/21

We look ahead to another Great Lakes shipping season. Then, the NFL Draft lands in Green Bay. Then, we look at Wisconsin’s role in fighting DOGE. Then, a story from […]

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Addressing problem gambling, The governor’s proposal...

Wisconsin Today ·

2025/03/20

We look at efforts to address problem gambling ahead of the NFL draft in Green Bay. Then, we look at efforts to treat water contaminated with PFAS. And we hear […]

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State of the Tribes, Transgender athlete policy, A...

Wisconsin Today ·

2025/03/19

We get insights to Tuesday night’s State of the Tribes address to the Legislature. Then, we talk about the Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association’s new policy on trans athletes. Then, we […]

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UW-Green Bay women’s basketball heading to...

Wisconsin Today ·

2025/03/18

Two women’s basketball players from UW-Green Bay team on making the national tournament. Then, we look at the Madison skyline and how buildings shape a city’s culture. Then, we focus […]

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Wisconsin’s version of DOGE, Climate migration,...

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2025/03/17

Two Assembly lawmakers discuss expectations for a new committee modeled after Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency. Then, a local journalist talks about how climate change affects Wisconsin migration. And […]

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Wisconsin election observers, Tweens relationship to...

Wisconsin Today ·

2025/03/14

First, a Democrat and a Republican in the state Assembly Democrat weigh in on voting issues. Then, the author of a new book discusses research into how pre-teen girls view […]

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Lunar eclipse, ‘Closure’ documentary, Balloon...

Wisconsin Today ·

2025/03/13

The head of a local astronomy group discusses the upcoming “blood moon” total lunar eclipse. Then, a filmmaker talks about their documentary on the closing of two-year UW campuses. And […]

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PFAS contamination in fish, Animal exhibits...

Wisconsin Today ·

2025/03/12

We look at the PFAS contamination in local fish. Then, we hear from animal experts on possible alternatives to how zoos keep animals. Then, we talk with a film maker […]

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The future of the Post Office, Lawsuit over...

Wisconsin Today ·

2025/03/11

A reporter and a letter carrier discuss how changes to the U.S. Postal Service could affect Wisconsin. Then, LGBTQ advocates explain the fight against President Trump’s ban on gender affirming […]

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Milwaukee school closes due to lead, Beloit takes...

Wisconsin Today ·

2025/03/10

First, we learn about the effects of lead contamination in Milwaukee’s schools. Then, the president of Beloit College talks about efforts to expand the school’s athletics and the financial challenges […]

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Potential Medicaid Cuts, Maternal Medicaid Expansion,...

Wisconsin Today ·

2025/03/07

First, a healthcare researcher explains how potential Medicaid cuts could affect Wisconsin. Then, two lawmakers discuss a bipartisan push to expand postpartum Medicaid coverage. Later, a musician and senior producer […]

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Stand up for science, New food insecurity program,...

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2025/03/06

First, a scientist explains why they helped organize a rally supporting science research. Then, a student at UW-Eau Claire explains an effort she spearheaded to reduce food insecurity. Then, a […]

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Right to repair, Inhaler lawsuit, Indigenous black...

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2025/03/05

First, we learn about the first “right to repair” legislation introduced in Wisconsin. Then, we unpack a lawsuit accusing Walgreens and OptumRx of contributing to a man’s death after his […]

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Tariff delays, Soybean farmer concerns, New essay...

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2025/03/04

First, we learn more about President Donald Trump’s plan for new tariffs. Then, a professor and the new head of the Wisconsin Soybean Association discuss problems facing Wisconsin farmers. Later, […]

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Measles outbreaks, DeepSeek artificial intelligence,...

Wisconsin Today ·

2025/03/03

A public health expert explains the risks of measles outbreaks in Wisconsin. Then, two professors weigh in on DeepSeek artificial intelligence. And, we learn about the World Euchre Championship being […]

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Wisconsin habitat conference, Tesla dealerships, Ice...

Wisconsin Today ·

2025/02/28

We talk to Habitat for Humanity about affordable housing in Wisconsin. Also, we learn about a lawsuit over allowing Tesla electric vehicle dealerships in the state. Then, a story from […]

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Republicans’ hopes to change state prisons, New...

Wisconsin Today ·

2025/02/27

Two Assembly Republicans react to Gov. Tony Evers’ budget changes for Wisconsin prisons. We also learn about dental therapy, a new profession in the state. Then, we learn about efforts […]

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GOP town halls, Agriculture workforce cuts, Public...

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2025/02/26

Two political scientists explain the reaction Republican lawmakers are facing in their districts. Then, a Wisconsin scientist talks about how federal job cuts will affect Wisconsin farmers. Then, a story […]

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Supreme Court race finances, Department of Education...

Wisconsin Today ·

2025/02/25

We check in on the expected cost of this year’s state Supreme Court race. Also, we learn about how the Trump administration’s changes to the U.S. Department of Education could […]

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