Wisconsin Public Radio
Because Of Income Levels, 12,200 In Wisconsin Will Have Student Loans Forgiven
Income-based repayment plans adjusted by Department of Education following court rejecting Biden's larger proposal.
Aug 25th, 2023 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Elections Administrator Won’t Attend Her Own Appointment Hearing
Decision based on opinion of Attorney General Kaul, who said there isn't actually an appointment process underway.
Aug 25th, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
GOP Lawmakers Propose Eliminating Work Permits For Young Workers
Proposal would eliminate "red tape" in hiring 14- and 15-year-old workers.
Aug 24th, 2023 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
Christian School Removed From Choice Program
Holy Redeemer Christian Academy barred from receiving voucher payments by state.
Aug 24th, 2023 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
National Issues Take Center Stage During GOP Debate in Milwaukee
Despite debate being in swing state, little touched on Wisconsin.
Aug 24th, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk and Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Bill Requires Judge’s OK Before Prosecutors Could Drop Certain Charges
Law enforcement groups support it, ACLU opposes it.
Aug 23rd, 2023 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
Heat Wave Could Tax Midwest’s Electric Grid
Wisconsin utilities, regulators say state's grid can handle this week's high temperatures.
Aug 23rd, 2023 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
We Energies Could Delay Shutting Down Coal Plants
Had planned shutdown of Oak Creeks unit in 2024 and 2025. Now not sure.
Aug 22nd, 2023 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
Milwaukee Youth Program Serves Many
'Twilight' program keeps children safe and off the streets with activities at various MPS locations.
Aug 21st, 2023 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
State’s Crime Labs Processing DNA Evidence Faster
Much faster than nationally. But toxicology test turnaround time has gotten worse.
Aug 19th, 2023 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
Kaul Announces Funding for Office of School Safety
Attorney General reallocates federal ARPA dollars to provide temporary funding.
Aug 17th, 2023 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
Program Aims To Help Inmates Avoid Opioid Addiction After Release
Behind The Walls operates from within Milwaukee's Community Reintegration Center.
Aug 17th, 2023 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
