Health
‘Care Economy’ Campaign Comes to Wisconsin
Care Can't Wait coalition champions child care and care for aging and disabled.
Aug 27th, 2024 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
Could Medicaid Expansion, Rural Incentives Reduce Labor Shortage?
Final report by Governor’s Task Force on Healthcare Workforce offers recommendations.
Aug 21st, 2024 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
More Covid Crassness By Menards
EPA complaint just the most recent controversy involving company’s handling of pandemic and aftermath.
Aug 19th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
County Nearly Doubles Narcan Vending Machines
Adding 8 more machines with free life saving items like narcan and drug testing strips.
Aug 12th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Extreme Heat An Acute Threat To Those On Kidney Dialysis, New Study Shows
UW-Madison research shows risk of death is 18% higher during extreme heat events.
Aug 9th, 2024 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public Radio
Quiet Policy Change Saves Milwaukee County Fathers $67 Million
County ended birth cost recovery program with the goal of addressing racial inequity, improving child support.
Aug 8th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Minimum Pay Rates Aim To Boost Care For Medicaid Seniors, Disabled
But advocates say Governor Tony Evers action is just the first step, more needed.
Aug 6th, 2024 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public Radio
Abortion Rights Central to Lyerly’s Congressional Campaign
But will that help or hurt her chance to flip the Republican-leaning 8th Congressional District?
Aug 5th, 2024 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
Momentum Grows for Cash Payments To Low-Income Pregnant Women, New Mothers
Unconditional cash payment program initiated by Zilber would be expanded with city funding.
Aug 2nd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
New Documentary Highlights Milwaukee’s ‘Housing First’ Homelessness Strategy
"Beyond the Bridge: A Solution to Homelessness" presents Milwaukee's response to the crisis as a blueprint for other communities.
Aug 1st, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Health Officials Urge Vaccinations Before Kids Go Back to School
Only 79% of MPS students were vaccinated last year.
Jul 31st, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
State Officials Celebrate $49 Million Tech Hub Investment
Sen. Baldwin and Gov. Evers visit MATC to tout huge impact on state's jobs and economy.
Jul 22nd, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
