Wisconsin Public Radio
UW-Madison Public Affairs School Gets $30 Million Honoring Herb Kohl
Gift from Kohl's foundation will create new 'state-of-the-art' center.
Feb 23rd, 2026 by Steph Conquest-Ware, Wisconsin Public Radio
Wisconsin Sets Apprenticeship Record for Fourth Year in a Row
More than 18,000 apprentices worked for over 3,000 employers in 2025.
Feb 22nd, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
Feds Contest Former Judge Dugan’s Attempt to Overturn Conviction
Prosecutors argue Dugan has no grounds to request a new trial.
Feb 21st, 2026 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
WI Assembly Passes Deals on PFAS, SNAP Funding
The bills must pass the WI Senate before they could head to Gov. Evers' desk.
Feb 21st, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Lawmakers Move To Ban Data Center Gag Orders On Local Officials
Bill would prohibit nondisclosure agreements on data center projects while preserving trade secret protections, sponsors say.
Feb 20th, 2026 by Trevor Hook, Wisconsin Public Radio
Another Black History Month, Another Capitol Fight In Wisconsin
A resolution naming eight late Black Wisconsinites is the latest flashpoint in a yearslong partisan dispute.
Feb 20th, 2026 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
‘400-Year Veto’ Fight Heads To Wisconsin Voters In November
Assembly also passes sports betting bill and a wake boat bill with unusual rider.
Feb 20th, 2026 by Rich Kremer and Anya Van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Wisconsin PSC, UW-Madison Partner For Nuclear Power Site Search
Gov. Evers says nuclear power could be 'game changer' for state.
Feb 19th, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
First Responders Use Microchip Scanners to Identify Lost Pets
Milwaukee Fire Department now has scanners at all 31 stations.
Feb 19th, 2026 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
Assembly GOP Reverses Course on Health Care Bills
After years of resistance, Republicans back plan to expand Medicaid access and lower barriers for breast cancer screenings.
Feb 19th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Bipartisan Deal Would Fund WisconsinEye After Shutdown
Senate passes bill including nearly $600,000 and seeks competitive bids for future broadcast rights.
Feb 19th, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Farm Bankruptcies Rise in Wisconsin
Up 46% nationally in 2025; Wisconsin one of leaders in bankruptcy filings.
Feb 18th, 2026 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public Radio
