Health
The Real Cost of Weakening Head Start Standards
Wisconsin advocates warn that slashing federal standards could mean larger classes and less support for kids in need.
Sep 29th, 2026 by Ruth Schmidt and Jennie Mauer
Immigration Crackdowns Deepen Wisconsin’s Caregiver Crisis
Refugee and TPS cuts under Trump have halted overseas hiring and forced some long-term care beds to close.
Sep 24th, 2026 by Astrid Code
Sen. Baldwin Calls For Tomah VA Investigation After Nurse Arrested
Complaint from Monroe County DA accuses hospice nurse of removing oxygen from Tomah VA patient.
Sep 22nd, 2026 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public Radio
Innovative Development Combines Crisis Stabilization, Affordable Housing
Redevelopment of former Jewish Home is a first-of-its-kind facility for Milwaukee.
Sep 21st, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Four Health Care Questions For Wisconsin Political Candidates
Plus: A bonus question for those running for Congress.
Sep 21st, 2026 by Steven Walters
Wisconsin Officials Push Vaccination As Measles Outbreak Grows
New cases in Vernon County add to 164 statewide, but demand for MMR shots is rising.
Sep 18th, 2026 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public Radio
Measles Case Confirmed In Marathon County Amid Statewide Surge
State has logged 164 cases this year, almost all in unvaccinated residents, mostly children.
Sep 16th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
County Bringing Opioid Response into Parks System
New initiative is one piece of county opioid epidemic response.
Sep 14th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Planned Parenthood Sues To Overturn Key Wisconsin Abortion Limits
New lawsuit targets 24-hour waiting period and physician-only rule as unconstitutional barriers.
Sep 10th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
St. Mary’s Nurses File Charges Against Management With NLRB
After winning union vote, they charge management is violating law, refusing to negotiate.
Sep 9th, 2026 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
Wisconsin’s 988 Crisis Lifeline a Success But Faces Funding Shortage
Despite bipartisan support for it, legislators haven't provided permanent funding.
Sep 9th, 2026 by Astrid Code
As Measles Spreads, Wisconsin Warns Families To Check School Vaccines
Nearly half of cases are in school-age children.
Sep 4th, 2026 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public Radio
