Wisconsin Public Radio
DNC Chair Visits Milwaukee
Chairman Perez says Trump's policies have failed Wisconsin, calls out Republican leaders.
Jul 19th, 2019 by Alana Watson, Wisconsin Public Radio
Evers Touts $75 Million Local Grants Fund
Competitive grants for local transportation replace state roads fund, includes mass transit.
Jul 18th, 2019 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
County Proposal Replaces Youth Prison
Tells state it can renovate county Juvenile Justice Center to house children now in state prisons.
Jul 18th, 2019 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
State to Face Dangerous Heat Levels?
More than 50 days per year with 100-degree heat index by end of century, study predicts.
Jul 17th, 2019 by Alana Watson, Wisconsin Public Radio
Minimum Wage Workers Can’t Afford Housing
Even “affordable” apartments unaffordable for low-wage workers in Milwaukee, experts say.
Jul 17th, 2019 by Elizabeth Dohms-Harter, Wisconsin Public Radio
Hot Steamy Weather Here To Stay
Temperatures will hit the 90s all week. Risk of heat-related illnesses.
Jul 16th, 2019 by Brady Carlson, Wisconsin Public Radio
WE Energies Won’t Demand Solar Surcharge
Company backs off after announcing its settlement with RENEW Wisconsin.
Jul 16th, 2019 by Shamane Mills, Wisconsin Public Radio
State Tied for Lowest E-Cigarette Tax
Among 20 states that now tax it, Wisconsin tied with three states for lowest rate.
Jul 15th, 2019 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public Radio
New DNR Staff Will Probe Pollution
Added scientists will look at impact of “forever chemicals” contamination by Tyco company.
Jul 15th, 2019 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Bill Addresses “Staggering” Cost of Diabetes
Estimated $5.5 billion annual cost for state, 40% of residents projected to get disease.
Jul 12th, 2019 by Shamane Mills, Wisconsin Public Radio
Gerrymandering Bill is Bipartisan
Three Republican legislators are co-sponsers of bill calling for nonpartisan redistricting.
Jul 12th, 2019 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public Radio
Bill Allows Anonymity to Lottery Winners
GOP legislators want to protect winners from harassment.
Jul 11th, 2019 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public Radio
