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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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‘Spill Law’ case, ‘Building the Black City,’ ...

Wisconsin Today ·

2025/01/16

An environmental law expert explains the implications of the ‘Spill Law’ case being heard by the Wisconsin Supreme Court. Then, we talk to the author of the new book, “Building […]

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Wisconsin wildfire prevention, Internet sleuths, The...

Wisconsin Today ·

2025/01/15

We talk about wildfire prevention and preparedness efforts in Wisconsin. Then, we explore the world of internet detectives — and its ethics. Then, we talk about an under-appreciated bird: the […]

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Lawrence University apartments, Local TV news...

Wisconsin Today ·

2025/01/14

We talk with the president of Lawrence University about an upcoming mixed-use building project in downtown Appleton. Then, we talk about the impact of recent local TV news layoffs across […]

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Fighting human trafficking, Analyzing how judges...

Wisconsin Today ·

2025/01/13

We look at efforts to fight human trafficking ahead of the NFL draft. Then, we look at a report on how judges in Dane County handle calls for protection from […]

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Medical debt proposal, Brown County jail expansion,...

Wisconsin Today ·

2025/01/10

We talk with an advocate of affordable healthcare about federal proposal would prohibit medical debt from affecting credit scores. We also

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Business news roundup, Preventing accidental...

Wisconsin Today ·

2025/01/08

We get up to speed on business developments in Mount Pleasant and Green Bay ahead of the NFL draft in the city. We also learn about an investigation on accidental […]

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Wisconsin Guard deployment, Childhood trauma study,...

Wisconsin Today ·

2025/01/07

We learn about how Wisconsin National Guard troops are supporting the international war against the Islamic State. Then a Wisconsin researcher shares findings from a new study about childhood trauma. […]

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New state legislature takes office, Poor farms in...

Wisconsin Today ·

2025/01/06

As a new state legislature starts its terms, we look ahead to the next state budget cycle. We also learn about the history of so-called poor farms in Wisconsin. Plus, […]

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Men leaving the workforce, Wikler runs for DNC chair,...

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2025/01/03

More working aged men are leaving the workforce. We talk with a Wisconsin researcher about why. We also catch up with Wisconsin Democrats chair Ben Wikler about his candidacy to […]

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State government efficiency, Superior port update,...

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2025/01/02

As a new state legislative committee forms to examine government efficiency, we discuss labor and AI in state agencies. We also get an update on operations at the Port of […]

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Agriculture economy, Independent publishers, Green...

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2025/01/01

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Utility rate hikes, Sports gambling addiction,...

Wisconsin Today ·

2024/12/31

We find out what to expect in the new year as two major energy companies plan to raise their rates. We also discuss concerns about addiction as the sports gambling […]

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Police officer witnesses, Wisconsin fossils,...

Wisconsin Today ·

2024/12/27

Investigative reporters share what they’ve learned about a list of police officers in Milwaukee County that prosecutors see as unreliable witnesses. We also hear how the state’s fossils are making […]

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School report cards, Crisis negotiators, Perfume making

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2024/12/26

We look at what the state’s most recent K-12 test results can tell us about how school districts are performing. Plus, two crisis negotiators in Wisconsin share what goes into […]

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Youth risk behaviors, Women changing farming,...

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2024/12/25

We look into a new state survey that finds teens are reporting more mental health problems. We also talk with two women who are reimagining the farms they own. Plus, […]

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Childcare survey, Sobriety influencer, Joyce Carol Oates

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2024/12/24

A Wisconsin childcare provider talks with us about the challenges her industry is facing. We also hear from a mom who’s trying to help other women cut back on alcohol. […]

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Jefferson County oil spill, Bowling industry changes,...

Wisconsin Today ·

2024/12/23

We find out why nearly 70,000 gallons of oil leaked from an Enbridge pipeline in Jefferson County and how cleanup is going. We also hear from two bowling alley owners […]

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Legislative Black Caucus leader, Protecting bats,...

Wisconsin Today ·

2024/12/20

We discuss next session’s priorities with Legislative Black Caucus leader, state Senator-elect Dora Drake. Then we learn how the DNR is hoping to protect the state’s bats from wind turbine […]

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Reverberations of school shootings, Italian cooking...

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2024/12/19

A father whose son was killed at Sandy Hook 12 years ago shares his insights on this recurring American nightmare. Then, we learn about the state’s Italian cooking traditions. Then, […]

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School safety solutions, Declining Wisconsin forests,...

Wisconsin Today ·

2024/12/18

A Wisconsin Congressman and a Justice Department school safety leader share proposals and implemented policies for preventing school shootings. Then we learn about a new report on the economic and […]

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