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“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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We learn how funding proposed by the Legislature could help homeless veterans. Then, we talk to Native American leaders about how Wisconsin’s tribes are responding to the immigration crackdown. And […]
A legal expert and a former Congressman weigh in on the president’s desire to “nationalize” the midterm elections. Then, we hear about the new PFAS standards for Wisconsin drinking water. […]
We look at what’s happening with the management of Milwaukee County employees’ health care. Then, we get an update on Lincoln Hills and Copper Lake juvenile facilities. And, we look […]
A WPR reporter and professor update us on the federal government shutdown and the battle over funding for immigration enforcement. Then, two fire chiefs explain the impacts of the long […]
U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin discusses immigration enforcement and funding for the Department of Homeland Security. Then, a researcher explains the health risks of nicotine pouches. And, a father-son duo on […]
Wisconsin gun advocates react to White House comments decrying ICU Nurse Alex Pretti for legally carrying a gun as he was killed by federal agents. Then, industry workers share how […]
U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson discusses immigration enforcement in Minnesota. Then, an educator and student talk about an institute for older learners at UW-Green Bay. And, the owner of a Door […]
First, a WPR reporter explains why superintendents from Wisconsin’s five largest school districts are asking for a school funding compromise. Then, two instructors talk about a cannabis education certificate at […]
Two Republican state lawmakers discuss a plan to fund the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program. Then, we talk with two county emergency communication heads about how they’re using AI. And, we talk […]
First, Gov. Tony Evers talks about his goals for his last months in office. Then, we meet the new head of the Wisconsin Economic Development Corp. And we look at […]
First, WPR’s Capitol bureau chief discusses the state constitutional amendments that will be on the ballot this year. Then, a state demographer talks about the trends of how Wisconsin is […]
A meteorologist explains the risks of extreme cold weather. Then, health reporter discusses how the Trump Administration’s first year is affecting medical care in Wisconsin. And a young farmer talks […]
We look at why Wisconsin is expected to have an extra $1.5 billion at the end of the budget cycle. Then, a Wisconsin pollster explains how residents feel so far […]
Two state lawmakers explain their ideas for regulating energy use by data centers. And, we talk with a former Wisconsin police chief about the use of force practices he sees […]
We hear about ICE action in Wisconsin communities. Then, we learn about how fire departments are responding to a fire truck shortage. And, we talk with a couple of poets […]
We get a recap of a public hearing on a state proposal to limit participation in sports for transgender youth. Then, we learn about the new changes to the food […]
The Wisconsin Senate president explains the Republican Party’s priorities for 2026. Then, we learn about how fusion energy might supply data centers with energy. And, we talk with a Madison […]
We talk about Wisconsin hospitals pausing gender-affirming care for minors. Then, we learn about the pros and cons of direct primary care as a solution to rising insurance costs. And, […]
We hear how Wisconsin residents are protesting an ICE agent killing a woman in Minneapolis. Then, two experts explain how people should think about the new federal guidance on vaccines […]
U.S. Rep. Mark Pocan comments on the military operation in Venezuela last weekend. Then, we learn about how new liquor license laws are challenging owners of wedding barns. And, a […]
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