Wisconsin Public Radio
Driven By Renewables, Wisconsin Will See $4 Billion in Transmission Projects
Midwest electrical grid operator approves record 488 projects across 15 states.
Jan 2nd, 2025 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
52 Wisconsin Communities Jail Individuals For Unpaid Fines, A Costly Process
ACLU study finds municipal courts, including Milwaukee, use threat of jail, but it's counterproductive.
Jan 2nd, 2025 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
Some Wisconsin Communities Say They Have Too Many ZIP Codes
The Village of Somers has 14 different ZIP codes. Congress may take action.
Jan 1st, 2025 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
How To Battle Seasonal Affective Disorder
Psychiatrist credited with discovering SAD offers tips to overcome it.
Jan 1st, 2025 by Alyssa Allemand, Wisconsin Public Radio
Wisconsin Doctor Condemns Stigma Against Kids With Diabetes
U.S., Wisconsin seeing increase in Type 2 diabetes in kids. 'It’s not someone’s fault.'
Dec 31st, 2024 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public Radio
Online Extremists Influenced Abundant Life Shooter
Grieving parents who’ve lost children push for awareness, legal protections for kids online.
Dec 30th, 2024 by Deneen Smith, Wisconsin Public Radio
More Clean Energy Projects Coming Online in Wisconsin
2 added in 2024, 2 more coming in 2025, with 7 more projects seeking approval.
Dec 30th, 2024 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
Wisconsin Electric Vehicle Owners Face New Tax in 2025
A 3 cents per kilowatt tax at EV charging stations will raise millions.
Dec 30th, 2024 by John Davis, Wisconsin Public Radio
New MCW Program Aims to Train More Doctors Who Stay in Milwaukee
Full tuition for 5 students in Medical College of Wisconsin program.
Dec 30th, 2024 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
Rural Representation Increased Under New Wisconsin Voting Maps
Study finds state population grew in rural areas since 2020, reversing long-term trend.
Dec 28th, 2024 by Rob Mentzer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Effort To Map Bottom of Great Lakes Part of Climate Change Mitigation Effort
"More is known about the surface of the moon and Mars than the bottom of the Great Lakes," says project leader.
Dec 27th, 2024 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Milwaukee Creates Economic Hardship Waiver For Keeping Chickens
After budget amendment failed, Ald. Burgelis finds new way to issue free chicken coop permits.
Dec 27th, 2024 by Nick Rommel, Wisconsin Public Radio
