Wisconsin Public Radio
The Rise of Automated Breathalyzer Tests
Many counties using automated kiosks to conduct court-mandated alcohol screening.
Sep 3rd, 2019 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Lack of Freight Trains Damaging Roads?
More freight trains could remove 350,000 trucks from northern Wisconsin roads, analysis finds.
Sep 3rd, 2019 by Rob Mentzer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Unanimous Senate Committee Vote on Hemp Bill
Bipartisan bill would make pilot program for growing hemp in the state permanent.
Sep 1st, 2019 by Mary Kate McCoy, Wisconsin Public Radio
Abele Urges Bus Drivers to Settle Contract
Union and county transit system have been in contract fight for 18 months.
Aug 30th, 2019 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Vaping-Related Diseases Traced to THC
State health officials warn against THC vaping products as state, national investigations grow.
Aug 30th, 2019 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public Radio
GOP Legislators Hire Private Attorney In Clash With AG
15 state lawsuits have been stalled by legislators' dispute with Kaul over confidentiality agreement.
Aug 30th, 2019 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public Radio
Evers Expands Effort Against “Forever” Chemicals
Directs DNR to create standards for drinking, surface water on PFAS chemicals.
Aug 29th, 2019 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Kathy’s House Seeks to Double Capacity
Sanctuary for cancer patients near Regional Medical Center hopes to raise $12 million.
Aug 28th, 2019 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Parties Eye Candidates For Duffy’s Seat
Republican state Sen. Tom Tiffany and Democratic Rep. Nick Milroy consider run for Congress.
Aug 27th, 2019 by Rob Mentzer, Wisconsin Public Radio
State Continues Millennial Marketing Campaign
Evers wouldn’t fund program begun by Walker, but WEDC finds money from elsewhere in its budget.
Aug 27th, 2019 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public Radio
GOP Congressman Sean Duffy Resigning
Northern Wisconsin Republican wants to focus on his growing family.
Aug 26th, 2019 by WPR Staff, Wisconsin Public Radio
Schools Recruiting Students for Teaching Careers
Some try creative ways to plug shortage of applicants for teaching and other school positions.
Aug 23rd, 2019 by John Davis, Wisconsin Public Radio
