Wisconsin Public Radio
Wisconsin Schools Still Waiting for ‘Lifeline’ Federal Funding
At stake: $22 million for 20 schools with tribal land, 40% of one district's budget.
Nov 22nd, 2025 by Trevor Hook, Wisconsin Public RadioWisconsin Democratic Party Far Ahead of GOP in Federal Fundraising
A 4-1 edge over Republicans in October as parties vie for control of Congress.
Nov 22nd, 2025 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public RadioWisconsinEye, State’s Public Access Channel, Might Shut Down
The network says they will stop all coverage Dec. 15 if they are unable to receive enough donations to continue operations.
Nov 21st, 2025 by Steph Conquest-Ware, Wisconsin Public RadioLawsuit Seeks To Shield Owners of Contaminated Land From Cleanup Costs
Business lobby says owners who didn't cause contamination shouldn't have to pay for cleanup.
Nov 21st, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public RadioHouse Unanimously Strips Budget Provision That Would Have Benefitted Sen. Ron Johnson, Others
The provision would let Johnson and 7 other Senators sue the DOJ for at least $500,000.
Nov 21st, 2025 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public RadioNew Policy Makes It Easier To Transfer Between UW Campuses
But faculty, some students, have concerns over curriculum changes.
Nov 21st, 2025 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public RadioAssembly Passes GOP Bill That Encourages School District Mergers
Other bills focus on school discipline, teacher licensing.
Nov 20th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public RadioLawsuit Contesting Wedding Barn Regulations Tossed
Barn owners claimed a new law requiring licenses to serve alcohol unconstitutionally targeted them.
Nov 20th, 2025 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public RadioOconomowoc Mom Sues School District For Not Buying Books From Christian Publisher
Karen Sharkey says she chose Lighthouse Learning Academy based on parental autonomy.
Nov 20th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public RadioAssembly Advances GOP Election Bills, But No Monday Processing
One proposal would eliminate 'central count' locations, which clerks use to be more transparent and efficient.
Nov 20th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public RadioOnline Sports Betting in Wisconsin Hits Roadblock in Legislature
Conservative groups, talk radio opposed it, leaving bill's future in question
Nov 19th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public RadioState Heating Assistance Program Offers Funding Despite Federal Delays
Urging applications by low-income households for help paying their energy bills.
Nov 19th, 2025 by Beatrice Lawrence, Wisconsin Public Radio























