Wisconsin Public Radio
Judge Finds Probable Cause Officer Mensah Committed Homicide
Ex-Wauwatosa cop Joseph Mensah fatally shot Jay Anderson Jr. In 2016.
Jul 28th, 2021 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Be Careful Swimming In Lake Michigan
Last year there were 56 drownings. Rip currents can be tricky.
Jul 28th, 2021 by Elizabeth Dohms-Harter, Wisconsin Public Radio
Kenosha Cop Who Killed Michael Bell Jr. Running for Sheriff
Albert Gonzales shot Bell, which resulted in $1.75 million wrongful death settlement.
Jul 28th, 2021 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Will Kaul Remove Natural Resources Board Chair?
Environmental groups push him to act. AG says law will guide his decision.
Jul 27th, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Children’s Wisconsin Gets $20 Million Donation
Yabuki Family Foundation’s donation is largest gift in Milwaukee health system’s history.
Jul 27th, 2021 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
UW System To Offer Scholarships For Vaccinated Students
Goal to get 70% of students vaccinated with a lottery that awards $7,000 scholarships.
Jul 26th, 2021 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Will Bucks Celebrations Hike COVID-19 Cases?
Health officials fear a spike could come. Half of county residents are not vaccinated.
Jul 25th, 2021 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
State Democrats Push $15 Minimum Wage
Housing, retirement and baby bond proposals also included in legislative package.
Jul 23rd, 2021 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public Radio
Are Vaccine Mandates Legal?
Law professor discusses legal precedent, current laws related to vaccination.
Jul 23rd, 2021 by Elizabeth Dohms-Harter, Wisconsin Public Radio
Seven Wisconsin Athletes Make U.S. Olympic Team
They're competing in events like rowing, trap shooting, sailing and track and field.
Jul 22nd, 2021 by Christine Hatfield, Wisconsin Public Radio
Gray Wolf Advocates Want Natural Resources Chair Gone
Chair of Natural Resources Board refuses to vacate seat after term expired. Board taking up wolf hunting policy.
Jul 22nd, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Bill Allows Lifetime Restraining Orders for Sexual Assault Survivors
Survivors would have legal protection from assailant even after the offenders probation ends.
Jul 22nd, 2021 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public Radio
