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2022 Race for Governor Taking Shape
Kleefisch the Republican frontrunner. But a Trump-backed candidate could shake up campaign.
Nov 8th, 2021 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public RadioVideo Footage Stars in Rittenhouse Trial
Both sides use it to make their case. Shooting victim Gaige Grosskreutz will testify Monday.
Nov 6th, 2021 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public RadioPFAS Rules Getting Weaker, Advocates Say
New DNR rules reflect changes Republican legislators made earlier this year.
Nov 5th, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public RadioMilwaukee Youth Caught In Middle of Rising Violence
Police, government resources unable to break cycle of violence destroying lives.
Nov 5th, 2021 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public RadioState Senate Will Vote on GOP Legislative Maps
Republican drawn maps maintain their advantage created during 2011 redistricting.
Nov 4th, 2021 by Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public RadioWEC Energy Quitting Coal By 2035
The utility that owns WE Energies will transition to natural gas and renewables.
Nov 4th, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public RadioState’s Recovery From Latest COVID-19 Surge “Painfully Slow”
We aren’t out the woods yet, says Medical College of Wisconsin CEO.
Nov 3rd, 2021 by Megan Hart, Wisconsin Public RadioBill Mandating Cursive Lessons Splits Party
Republicans push it, while Democrats, teachers union, school boards oppose it.
Nov 3rd, 2021 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public RadioRittenhouse Trial Offers Two Stories
Opening argument by prosecutor says Rittenhouse sought confrontation; opposing attorney calls it self defense.
Nov 2nd, 2021 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public RadioKaul Proposes $115 Million Plan to Fight Crime
Legislative package includes statutory changes, violence prevention and community policing.
Nov 2nd, 2021 by Diane Bezucha, Wisconsin Public RadioFire, EMS Workers Struggle to Meet Needs
Increased call volumes and problems maintaining staff across the state, report finds.
Oct 30th, 2021 by Diane Bezucha, Wisconsin Public RadioTribes Ask Federal Judge to Block Wolf Hunt
Tribes want protection for wolves if state court ruling is overturned.
Oct 29th, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio