Wisconsin Public Radio
Racine Man Indicted For Hacking Ring Doorbells, Calling Police For Fake Emergencies
Kya Christian Nelson is alleged to have livestreamed police response, taunted officers through cameras.
Dec 23rd, 2022 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public RadioWisconsin GOP Chair Expressed Concern About Fake Electors Plan, Then Joined In
Andrew Hitt said Trump's advisors were "up to no good" in text, January 6 Committee report reveals.
Dec 23rd, 2022 by Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public RadioEmbattled Former DNR Board Chair Resigns, Ending Saga
Prehn, whose appointment had expired, was able to stay on because Republicans wouldn't confirm his replacement.
Dec 23rd, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public RadioWisconsin Seeking Federal Help For Town With PFAS Contamination 170 Times Safe Levels
“We don't really have an idea where it's coming from,” says DNR official.
Dec 23rd, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public RadioFoxconn Earns $8.6 Million In Wisconsin Tax Credits
After agreement revised, Foxconn has now earned $37.4 million in two years.
Dec 23rd, 2022 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public RadioBlack-led Orchestra Aims To Bring Comfort, Change Narrative
Black String Triage Ensemble works to support grieving families.
Dec 22nd, 2022 by Gaby Vinick, Wisconsin Public RadioFeds Buying $350 Million Great Lakes Icebreaker
Part of $858 billion defense bill. Endorsed by Sen. Baldwin and Rep. Gallagher as way to improve Wisconsin shipping.
Dec 22nd, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public RadioHate Crimes Increase 54% in Wisconsin Says FBI
Despite fewer agencies reporting data, Wisconsin sees 111 hate crimes in 2021. Black community targeted in 30% of incidents.
Dec 22nd, 2022 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public RadioEvers Will Propose Legalizing Marijuana
As he did in his last budget. If Republicans disagree he would sign medical marijuana bill.
Dec 21st, 2022 by Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public RadioState’s Child Care Providers Face Tough Choices
Struggling with worker shortages, low wages, long waitlists as federal pandemic funds end.
Dec 20th, 2022 by Jenny Peek, Wisconsin Public RadioUW-Madison Ranks 8th in Nation in Research Spending
Still among top 10 universities but down from 4th place in 2014.
Dec 17th, 2022 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public RadioMore State Businesses Embrace Sustainable Practices
Since pandemic more efforts to cut waste, water consumption, greenhouse gas emissions.
Dec 17th, 2022 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio