Wisconsin Public Radio
Great Lakes Leaders To Target Asian Carp
Region’s governors, Canadian premiers meet next month about preventing carp invasion.
Jun 15th, 2019 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Joint Finance Committee Passes Budget
Majority Republicans rejected many Evers proposals. Minority Democrats assail GOP plan.
Jun 14th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio
Evers Brings Back Pardon Review Board
Walker disbanded it, wouldn’t pardon anyone in his eight years as governor.
Jun 14th, 2019 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
New Plan for Bradford Beach Ramp
The Ability Center announces $100,000 plan to make beach accessible for people with disabilities.
Jun 13th, 2019 by Mary Kate McCoy, Wisconsin Public Radio
Public Museum Narrows New Location Search
4 sites all in Downtown. Marcus Center’s campus under consideration.
Jun 13th, 2019 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
High Court Reinstates Lame Duck Laws
State Supreme Court will keep most of the laws in effect while it decides on appeals to them.
Jun 12th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio
Legislators Okay $1 Billion for UW Projects
Budget committee approves some 40 projects, including UWM Chemistry Building.
Jun 12th, 2019 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public Radio
Funds Approved For Rail Line to Chicago
Budget committee approves $35 million to expand Hiawatha, but Illinois DOT still has proposal on hold.
Jun 11th, 2019 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Vos Hails Republican Highways Plan
Says increased vehicle fees more “sustainable” way to fund roads than Evers' proposed gas tax hike.
Jun 11th, 2019 by Brady Carlson, Wisconsin Public Radio
Climate Change Increasing Mercury in Fish
Researchers find rising water levels in state lakes caused by climate change increases mercury in fish.
Jun 10th, 2019 by Sarah Whites-Koditschek, Wisconsin Public Radio
Baldwin’s Bill Would Save Job Corps Centers
Trump Administration wants to close or privatize 120 job training centers for disadvantaged youth.
Jun 10th, 2019 by Rob Mentzer, Wisconsin Public Radio
LGBTQ Flag Flies Over State Capitol
First time in history. Gov. Evers orders the raising of the Rainbow Pride Flag to celebrate Pride Month.
Jun 8th, 2019 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public Radio
