Wisconsin Public Radio
More Layoffs Coming at Marquette?
University administrators say no. Staff fear more cuts to come.
Feb 15th, 2021 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Economist Urges $10 Minimum Wage
Professor says $15 too high, but state could take incremental steps.
Feb 14th, 2021 by Elizabeth Dohms-Harter, Wisconsin Public Radio
State Superintendent Candidates Make Their Pitch
With eyes on Tuesday’s election, 7 views of the Wisconsin’s education future.
Feb 14th, 2021 by Keegan Kyle, Wisconsin Public Radio
Largest State-Owned Solar Project Approved
2.4-megawatt solar array will provide 17% of UW-Platteville’s energy.
Feb 13th, 2021 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public Radio
Homeless Shelters Stretched Thin During Extreme Cold
Shelters need more funding for staff and space to safely house people during a pandemic.
Feb 12th, 2021 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public Radio
GOP Lawmakers Order Audit of State’s Election System
Republicans say they are responding to constituent concerns regarding the 2020 election.
Feb 12th, 2021 by Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio
Judge Denies New Arrest Warrant For Rittenhouse
Accused of killing two people and injuring a third, he is scheduled to go to trial in March.
Feb 11th, 2021 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Federal COVID-19 Aid Funneled to In-Person Schools
State GOP lawmakers' plan penalizes school districts that provided virtual instruction.
Feb 11th, 2021 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public Radio
How Act 10 Changed Wisconsin Unions
Public sector unions contend with declining membership, reduced political power and restricted collective bargaining rights.
Feb 11th, 2021 by Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio
State Sees Historically Few Flu Cases
Only 38 influenza cases as of January 30th. COVID-19 mitigation likely reduced the spread.
Feb 11th, 2021 by Shamane Mills, Wisconsin Public Radio
State Prisons Badly Short of Staff
15% of staff positions in state unfilled, up to 40% at Waupun prison.
Feb 10th, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Suburban Mayors Push State on Vaccine Numbers
Complaints of too few doses supplied and not enough information.
Feb 10th, 2021 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
