Wisconsin Public Radio
New Literacy Leader Inherits High Goals, Withheld Funds And Low Scores
DPI’s Kaylee Jackson must navigate Act 20 mandates after a funding fight slowed the state’s reading overhaul.
Jun 20th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Milwaukee Scooter Crash Spurs Calls For Tougher Scooter Rules
Other Wisconsin cities also considering restrictions on electric-powered devices.
Jun 19th, 2026 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
State Supreme Court Ends Wisconsin Minority College Grant Program
Justices unanimously rule program for students of color unconstitutional.
Jun 19th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
In Battleground 3rd District, Democratic Hopefuls Agree On GOP Failures, Not Tactics
The Platteville forum underscored a choice between bold pledges and incremental wins for House Democrats.
Jun 19th, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Minocqua Brewing Sues Wisconsin Over Seizure Of 1,200 Beer Cans
Kirk Bangstad alleges unfair treatment and $25,000 in damages after DOR tax dispute.
Jun 18th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
The New Math In Wisconsin Schools, Fewer Students and More Staff
A 7% staffing increase and rising special education needs collide with shrinking enrollment rolls statewide.
Jun 18th, 2026 by Richelle Wilson, Wisconsin Public Radio
Both Ron Johnson and Tammy Baldwin Uneasy About Deal To End Iran War
After calling on Trump to finish the job, Johnson says ‘I don’t like the outcome here.’ Baldwin says the president ‘has not reached a deal.’
Jun 18th, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Opponents Fight ‘Largest Transmission Line Ever Constructed’ in Wisconsin
200-foot towers would stretch across Driftless region, helping power data centers.
Jun 17th, 2026 by Avery Martinez, Wisconsin Public Radio
Three Accused False Electors Plead Not Guilty in Dane County Court
Jim Troupis and Kenneth Chesebro were national leaders in scheme to overturn 2020 election.
Jun 17th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Sen. Baldwin Blasts Army for Awarding Vehicle Contract to Out-of-State Firm
Switch from Oshkosh Corp. to private equity backed company will cost taxpayers, she charges.
Jun 16th, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
Congress Reconsiders 1960s Law That’s Helped Green Bay Packers for Decades
Rep. Scott Fitzgerald pushes to reconsider antitrust exemption for sports broadcasting.
Jun 16th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Wisconsin Egg Production Down By 57%
Farmers struggling with avian flu, rising fuel and feed prices.
Jun 15th, 2026 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public Radio
