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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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The influence of anti-transgender election ads,...

Wisconsin Today ·

2024/10/23

A retired Army officer and transgender rights advocate discusses ads targeting transgender issues. Then we learn from a highway commissioner how federal grants will help improve roads and other infrastructure. […]

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Election referenda, Gun death data, Passenger pigeon...

Wisconsin Today ·

2024/10/22

Wisconsin schools are asking residents for billions in referendum spending this year. We look into why referenda are so common. We also learn about a new study on gun deaths […]

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Retirees’ concerns about the 2024 campaigns, Clerks...

Wisconsin Today ·

2024/10/21

The head of the Wisconsin Alliance for Retired Americans explains about how his members are thinking about the election. Then, we hear from election clerks around the state to learn […]

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Taking stock of Baldwin-Hovde race, How to empower...

Wisconsin Today ·

2024/10/18

We preview the debate between U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin and her challenger, Eric Hovde. Then, we look at the issues most important to fathers and how they can be supported. […]

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Scrutinizing campaign spending, A close Congressional...

Wisconsin Today ·

2024/10/17

We look at the record campaign spending in this year’s legislative races. Then, we look at how Democrats are hopeful they can flip a western Wisconsin congressional seat. Then, we […]

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Disaster relief misinformation, Wisconsin’s Assembly...

Wisconsin Today ·

2024/10/16

We examine the misinformation floating around hurricane relief efforts. Then, we look at the Assembly races that could decide the balance of power in state government. Then, what you need […]

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The Main Street Agenda, The dangers of vaping, a...

Wisconsin Today ·

2024/10/15

We learn about the Main Street Agenda. Then, we explore the health risks of vaping and efforts to get young people to quit. Then, we talk to Mike McCabe about […]

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Wisconsin economic development updates, Teaching...

Wisconsin Today ·

2024/10/14

The head of the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation talks about expanding a tax incentive program. We also talk with social studies teachers about how they’re talking about the election in […]

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Possible utility purchase in Superior, Preventing...

Wisconsin Today ·

2024/10/11

Superior’s mayor shares why the city is considering purchasing the private utility it’s relied on for over a generation. Then we learn about a new domestic violence initiative in Vernon […]

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Difficulty handling opioid abuse among Wisconsin high...

Wisconsin Today ·

2024/10/10

An investigative reporter tells us about Wisconsin teenagers affected by both buying and selling fentanyl, and the gaps in state systems their story highlights. Then a pair of emergency volunteers […]

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Replacing Wisconsin’s lead pipes, Regaining voting...

Wisconsin Today ·

2024/10/09

We get an update on how far the state has come removing and replacing lead water lines. Then voters who’ve had that right restored discuss its importance to them. And […]

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Supplementing income off the farm, Accurate air...

Wisconsin Today ·

2024/10/08

We learn how workers in Wisconsin are looking to bolster family farm income via employment in surrounding communities. Then a Wisconsin professor talks about collaborating with NASA to ensure useful […]

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Why the weather has been so warm, The high cost of...

Wisconsin Today ·

2024/10/07

We look at why the weather has been unseasonably warm and what it says about our changing climate. Then, we look at the high cost of child care and one […]

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Opioid-addiction treatment in Manitowoc, World-wide...

Wisconsin Today ·

2024/10/04

We learn about opioid-addiction treatment efforts in Manitowoc. Then, we talk to leaders of a Wisconsin group that has been working to prevent blindness for 40 years. Then, a story […]

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Voting guide, Alternative energy on tribal lands, The...

Wisconsin Today ·

2024/10/03

We learn about WPR’s voting guide. Then, we learn about efforts to protect birds from window strikes. Then, we learn how Native American communities could benefit more from renewable energy […]

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World Dairy Expo, Suicide prevention, Wisconsin Life,...

Wisconsin Today ·

2024/10/02

We learn about the latest innovations being showcased at this year’s World Dairy Expo. Then, a mother raises awareness about suicide risks and prevention. Then, a story from Wisconsin Life. […]

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Cardinal-Hickory Creek power line now active, New WI...

Wisconsin Today ·

2024/10/01

We hear arguments about why the Cardinal-Hickory Creek power line is needed, despite concerns from environmental groups. Then, the new president of the state’s Technical College System explains her vision […]

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High interest loans questioned, UW-Superior...

Wisconsin Today ·

2024/09/30

A ProPublica reporter explains the controversy of the loan empire created by the Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa. Then, the former UW-Superior chancellor talks about his book […]

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Milwaukee police chief, Guardian Caps, Manitowoc...

Wisconsin Today ·

2024/09/27

Milwaukee’s police chief talks about reducing violent crime, as well as concerns around youth involvement in crime. Then we discuss the effectiveness of additional foam padding around football helmets. And […]

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Josh Kaul on rape test kit backlog and election...

Wisconsin Today ·

2024/09/26

We ask Attorney General Josh Kaul about working through the state’s backlog of rape kits as well as addressing concerns of fake electors. Then a Brookfield tech firm leader briefs […]

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