Wisconsin Public Radio
Most Wisconsin Bank CEOs Believe Economy Is ‘Good’
Though none say it’s ‘excellent.’ Survey captures expectations for 2026.
Dec 23rd, 2025 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
GOP Bill Requires Homeless Sex Offenders to Wear GPS Monitors
Opponent charges ordinances on where ex-offenders can live causes homelessness.
Dec 23rd, 2025 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Former PSC Chair to Run Alliant Energy’s WI Utility Business
Watchdogs say 'revolving door' between utilities and regulating them is a concern.
Dec 22nd, 2025 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
LGBTQ+ Advocates Condemn RFK Jr.’s Gender-Affirming Care Rules
Ends Medicare, Medicaid funding to hospitals that offer gender-affirming care.
Dec 22nd, 2025 by Bridgit Bowden, Wisconsin Public Radio
Wisconsin Republicans Threaten to Impeach Judge Hannah Dugan
Resign or face impeachment, state Assembly and Senate leaders warn.
Dec 20th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Gray Wolf Protections in Jeopardy as House Passes Delisting Bill
Backed by Wisconsin’s GOP delegation, the measure would shift control to states, with critics warning wolves could be hunted and trapped back toward extinction.
Dec 19th, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Inside BRAVE, Milwaukee’s Expanding Clinic for Invisible Wounds
Veterans and first responders with PTSD and brain injuries find team-based, low-cost care at a new, larger location.
Dec 19th, 2025 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
As Flu Season Looms, Two Wisconsin Children Die of Respiratory Illness
DHS confirms one pediatric death from COVID-19 and one from influenza and warns this flu season could be more severe than usual.
Dec 18th, 2025 by Rob Mentzer, Wisconsin Public Radio
How Menards’ 11 Percent Rebate Ended in a $4.25 Million Payout
Ten states, led in part by Wisconsin, said the popular promotion blurred the line between instant discounts and mail-in rebates for shoppers.
Dec 18th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
$43 Million Later, MPS Says Classrooms Are Safe From Lead Dust
Superintendent Brenda Cassellius and city leaders mark the end of cleanup effort.
Dec 18th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Data Center Deal Puts Port Washington Mayor on Recall Hot Seat
Critics argue the city’s tax increment financing plan for the OpenAI and Oracle-linked project shifts risk to residents while locking in decades of repayment to developer.
Dec 18th, 2025 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Property Taxes Up By The Most Since 2018
Includes 7.8% average hike in WI school property taxes, the most in 30 years.
Dec 17th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
