Wisconsin Public Radio
Van Orden Has Fundraising Edge Over Challenger
Latest campaign finance reports show Van Orden with a slight lead.
Oct 19th, 2025 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public RadioWisconsin Wolf Harvest Regulations Take Effect in November
GOP lawmakers had requested modifications to the regulations, but the DNR decided against changes.
Oct 19th, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public RadioThousands of Wisconsinites Protest Trump Administration at ‘No Kings’ Rallies
The nationwide rally included dozens of protest events in all parts of Wisconsin.
Oct 19th, 2025 by Steph Conquest-Ware and Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public RadioAs Shutdown Continues, Wisconsinites Brace for Rising Health Insurance Costs
Democrats warn that Wisconsin health care costs could skyrocket if Affordable Care Act credits expire at the end of the year
Oct 18th, 2025 by Steph Conquest-Ware, Wisconsin Public RadioPort Washington Data Center Requires $1.4 Billion Transmission Line Project
The route and price tag of the 90-mile line are drawing concern.
Oct 18th, 2025 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public RadioAfter Trials, Most Wisconsin Schools Opt Out of Performance-Based Pay For Teachers
Rewarding teachers on how well students do is complicated and can have unintended consequences, research finds.
Oct 18th, 2025 by Royce Podeszwa, Wisconsin Public RadioGovernment Shutdown Shutters Madison’s Federal Wood Lab
Federal researchers warn of lost data, delayed projects and mounting strain.
Oct 18th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public RadioMilwaukee Public Schools Using Retirees To Fill Vacant Teaching Positions
The district still has 83 vacancies to fill.
Oct 17th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public RadioFederal Shutdown Cuts Off Funding For State Job Support Programs
Labor statistics also frozen.
Oct 17th, 2025 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public RadioEthics Board Finds Wausau Mayor Violated City Policy By Removing Ballot Drop Box
But board stopped short of recommending a fine.
Oct 17th, 2025 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public RadioWikler Won’t Run For Governor
Former Wisconsin Democratic Party Chair won't enter open race.
Oct 16th, 2025 by Deneen Smith, Wisconsin Public RadioWisconsin Health Officials Urge Respiratory Illness Vaccination
The plea comes as some face roadblocks and confusion to get the COVID-19 shot amid federal changes.
Oct 16th, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio