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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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Redistricting, Wildfire smoke, Downfall of Schlitz beer

Wisconsin Today ·

2025/08/11

A political scientist explains why Wisconsin and other states are fighting over redistricting. Then, we look at why seven of the 10 places with the worst air quality in the […]

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Public broadcasting agency closes, Teaching...

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2025/08/08

Sarah Ashworth, WPR’s director of radio, explains the impacts of closing the Corporation for Public Broadcast. Then, we learn about a UW-Stevens Point program that teaches educators how to teach […]

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Gig drivers, New Parkinson’s research, Local business...

Wisconsin Today ·

2025/08/07

We hear arguments for and against classifying gig drivers as independent contractors. Then, UW-Eau Claire researchers describe their invention to ease Parkinson’s symptoms. Then, the owner of Sun Prairie’s Quarra […]

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Battling the spread of measles, Stopping invasive...

Wisconsin Today ·

2025/08/06

After a recent measles outbreak in the state, officials explain efforts to keep the disease from spreading. Then, we look at options to protect waters from invasive carp. Then, a […]

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New jobs data, Local news, Polish-Americans in Superior

Wisconsin Today ·

2025/08/05

A UW-Madison economics professor explains the data on employment. Then, leaders at three local news outlets explain how they’re adapting as media organizations disappear. Then, Anthony Bukoski of Superior joins the […]

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Funding cuts impacting disabled population, State...

Wisconsin Today ·

2025/08/04

We learn more about how changes at the federal level could disproportionately affect people with disabilities. Then, we check in on state shared revenue distribution to municipalities in Wisconsin. And, […]

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Animal shelter challenges, Indigenous farm site,...

Wisconsin Today ·

2025/08/01

We talk to two humane societies about the funding and capacity challenges facing Wisconsin animal shelters. Then, we learn more about an archaeological discovery of an indigenous farm site. Then, […]

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Technical college funding, Trucking industry changes,...

Wisconsin Today ·

2025/07/31

The president of the Wisconsin Technical College System explains how a federal funding freeze will affect state colleges. Then, we learn about federal policy changes for the long-haul trucking industry. […]

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Rescue task force, Homeless veterans, Cost of medical...

Wisconsin Today ·

2025/07/30

We learn about Wisconsinites who helped after deadly Texas’ floods. Then, we hear about efforts to save a veterans homeless shelter in Bellevue. Then, we find out about how changes […]

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Immigration arrests, AI in classrooms, Emergency...

Wisconsin Today ·

2025/07/29

We learn more about a rise in immigration arrests in Wisconsin. Then, we talk to two state Teachers of the Year about artificial intelligence use in schools. Then, we check […]

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Hot housing market, Epilepsy research, AmericaCorps...

Wisconsin Today ·

2025/07/28

We look at what’s behind the recent spike in home sales. Then, a UW-Madison professors shares his research on epilepsy. Then, we talk with the recipient of Gov. Tony Evers’ […]

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Gov. Evers decides against third term, How federal...

Wisconsin Today ·

2025/07/25

We explore how Gov. Tony Evers’ decision not to run for reelection could affect state politics. Then, we learn how the federal spending bill will affect restaurants. Then, a story […]

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Trump changes to Head Start, The weather of Laura...

Wisconsin Today ·

2025/07/24

Wisconsin Head Start leaders explain how White House changes to the free pre-k program could affect Wisconsinites. Then, a climatologist shares her investigations of what the weather might have been […]

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Federal funding for overdose response programs at...

Wisconsin Today ·

2025/07/23

Two public health workers explain how a loss of federal funding to prevent overdoses could affect Wisconsin. Then, two craft brewers talk about the state of their industry, which is […]

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Vape ban lawsuit, The decline in kids biking,...

Wisconsin Today ·

2025/07/22

We discuss the legal dispute over the ban of some vapes and e-cigarettes. Then, we look at why fewer children are riding bicycles. Then, we explore the Milwaukee Brewers’ hot […]

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Bitcoin ATMs, Solar energy, Mapping Middle-earth

Wisconsin Today ·

2025/07/21

First, we look at new regulations aimed at stopping Bitcoin ATM scams. Then, a professor explains how solar energy became so cheap and what’s in store for solar. Plus, the […]

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Public media funding, Bradyn’s Law, American Ninja...

Wisconsin Today ·

2025/07/18

We look at how federal cuts to public media could affect public radio stations in Wisconsin. Then, we learn about efforts to combat sexual extortion. Then, a story from Wisconsin […]

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Redistricting lawsuit, Software layoffs, Obergefell...

Wisconsin Today ·

2025/07/17

First, a political scientist brings us the latest on Wisconsin’s congressional maps. Then, a look at how layoffs at Microsoft have affected a Wisconsin video game developer. Plus, two queer […]

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Tariff impacts, Transportation projects, Campus closure

Wisconsin Today ·

2025/07/16

First, a look at how Trump’s new tariffs could affect Wisconsin businesses and trade partners. Then, a conversation with the state transportation secretary about how state and federal budgets are […]

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K-12 education, Building a telescope, Paddle record

Wisconsin Today ·

2025/07/15

First, state school superintendent Jill Underly weighs in on news affecting education. Then, a UW-Madison scientist who helped build a telescope in Chile offers insights on observing the night sky. […]

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