Wisconsin Public Radio
Democratic Bill Allows Felons to Vote
They "pay taxes, pay rent, own homes” and should be able to vote, Sen. Taylor argues.
Jul 25th, 2019 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public Radio
GOP Legislators Delay Funds for Homeless, Farmers
Evers, Democrats push for state spending approved in budget, Republicans want review by Senate.
Jul 24th, 2019 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public Radio
Harley 2nd Quarter Earnings Down 19%
Motorcycle maker says it expects $100 million in tariff costs for entire year.
Jul 24th, 2019 by Brady Carlson, Wisconsin Public Radio
State’s Exports Down in 2019
But survey shows 67% of businesses support Trump tariffs.
Jul 23rd, 2019 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public Radio
DNR Wants Local Tests for PFAS
Asks 125 wastewater treatment plants to test for chemicals linked to health problems.
Jul 23rd, 2019 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Alderman Seeks Fireworks Restrictions
Citing rampant fireworks use, Johnson pushes state law to prevent sales across county lines.
Jul 22nd, 2019 by Alana Watson, Wisconsin Public Radio
$831 Million Plan Aims to Stop Asian Carp
Representatives of Great Lakes states and Canadian provinces discussing partnership.
Jul 20th, 2019 by Danielle Kaeding, 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
