Health
Wisconsin Joins Lawsuit Contesting Federal Redefinition of Nursing Degrees
Are nursing degrees not 'professional'? Suit argues Trump administration exceeds its authority.
May 19th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Declining Cigarette Use Lowers Wisconsin Tax Revenue
Report notes big shift to vaping, which has much lower tax than cigarettes.
May 19th, 2026 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public Radio
Food Nonprofit Seeks Higher Profile in Riverwest
With a new sign and public classes, FoodRight helps families advocate for healthy school meals.
May 18th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
UW-Madison Psychedelic Researchers Confront Hard Questions
'A lot going on.' Several research projects have had 'remarkable results.'
May 18th, 2026 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin Examiner
More Milwaukee Seniors Becoming Homeless
Local health care professionals and leaders call for change.
May 18th, 2026 by Chesnie Wardell, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Wisconsin Hospitals Will Get Delayed Federal COVID-19 Funds
FEMA awards $41 million to state's hospitals for pandemic-related supply, staffing costs.
May 18th, 2026 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public Radio
WILL Sues to Block Wisconsin’s Conversion Therapy Ban
Conservative law firm argues counselors have a right to provide Christ-centered therapy.
May 13th, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
Legendary Doctor William Finlayson Dies at 101
Trailblazing doctor delivered an estimated 10,000 babies in his career.
May 12th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Maine Went All-In on PFAS Problem; What Can Wisconsin Learn?
New book traces how and why Maine launched $200 million response to 'forever chemicals.'
May 12th, 2026 by Richelle Wilson, Wisconsin Public Radio
Wisconsin Advocates Warn Proposed Federal Changes Will Hurt Childcare
Changes target Biden policies putting ceiling on childcare costs and hiking pay for workers.
May 12th, 2026 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
Some Ascension ICUs Have No In-Person Critical Care Physicians
Ascension Wisconsin's smaller intensive care units now staff specialists via video call.
May 9th, 2026 by Trevor Hook, Wisconsin Public Radio
Why The VA Says Wisconsin Hospitals Can Hire Even After 30,000 Job Cuts
On Sparta stop, VA Secretary outlines staffing strategy and backs tougher rules on predatory robo-calls.
May 8th, 2026 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public Radio
