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Mordecai Lee on politics and the Brewers in the World Series
UW-Milwaukee political science professor Mordecai Lee considers how the Milwaukee Brewers playing in the World Series for the first time in 44 years intersects with the end of the 2026 election cycle.
Friday October 23, 2026
Matt Rehberg on the 2026 harvest in a tricky economic moment
Sparkling Springs Farm owner Matt Rehberg, who grows soybeans and corn in Rock County, describes differing impacts of growing costs for diesel and fertilizer amid ongoing trade wars and war with Iran.
Friday October 23, 2026
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: McCoshen & Ross, Lisa Tollefson, Bryna Godar, Tony Lo Sasso, Justin Sydnor
Here's what guests on the Oct. 16, 2026 episode said about the midterm election in a one-hour program that explored the role of money in races, election administration, ballot questions, the issue of healthcare costs and prediction markets.
Monday October 19, 2026
McCoshen & Ross on Wisconsin’s 2026 midterm election outlook
"Here & Now" political panelists Bill McCoshen and Scot Ross discuss the status of Wisconsin's races for governor, the state Legislature and Congress about two weeks before the November 2026 election.
Friday October 16, 2026
Bryna Godar on Wisconsin’s proposed state amendments in 2026
University of Wisconsin Law School State Democracy Research Initiative attorney Bryna Godar details three proposed state constitutional amendments that voters will decide on the November 2026 ballot.
Friday October 16, 2026
Tony Lo Sasso on healthcare costs as a top issue for voters
UW-Madison La Follette School of Public Affairs professor Tony Lo Sasso describes how the issue of healthcare for Wisconsin voters in 2026 is shaped by business mergers and rising insurance premiums.
Friday October 16, 2026
Wisconsin elections officials invest in safety and security
Wisconsin Elections Commission Administrator Meagan Wolfe outlined the state's election security preparations in 2026, including measures on cybersecurity, election observers and voter intimidation.
Friday October 16, 2026
Wisconsin clerk asks absentee voters to hand-deliver ballots
Dane County Clerk Scott McDonell urges Wisconsin voters to take their absentee ballots to a drop box or local clerk's office as mail delivery is not ensured with less than three weeks before Election Day.
Friday October 16, 2026
Lisa Tollefson on oversight of Wisconsin’s 2026 elections
Rock County Clerk Lisa Tollefson discusses local administration of the November 2026 election in Wisconsin, including potential scams targeting voters, polling place rules and use of absentee ballots.
Wednesday October 14, 2026
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Michael Wagner, Chief Justice Jill Karofsky
Here's what guests on the Oct. 9, 2026 episode said about AI-generated disinformation in election season and Wisconsin's new online portal for domestic violence survivors.
Monday October 12, 2026
Chief Justice Jill Karofsky on temporary restraining orders
Wisconsin Supreme Court Chief Justice Jill Karofsky discusses how survivors of domestic violence and harassment can file for a temporary restraining order through an online system the state started.
Friday October 9, 2026
Michael Wagner on increasing AI disinformation in elections
UW-Madison journalism professor Michael Wagner considers how disinformation generated with artificial intelligence tools is affecting campaigns and elections as more voters engage with social media.
Friday October 9, 2026
UW-Madison Professor Francis Halzen’s Nobel Prize reaction
UW-Madison professor Francis Halzen shared his reaction to being honored with the 2026 Nobel Prize for Physics for research into neutrino particles, and his gratitude for support from the university.
Friday October 9, 2026
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Charles Franklin, Jason Stein
Here's what guests on the Oct. 2, 2026 episode said about the polling voters a month before the election and the growth of Wisconsin's school choice program.
Monday October 5, 2026
Charles Franklin on a tight race between Crowley and Tiffany
Marquette Law School Poll Director Charles Franklin discusses polling Wisconsin voters about the matchup between and their enthusiasm for David Crowley and Tom Tiffany in the 2026 race for governor.
Friday October 2, 2026
Jason Stein on school choice voucher enrollment and funding
Wisconsin Policy Forum President Jason Stein discusses impacts of enrollment caps being lifted for the state's school choice program and changing funding levels for vouchers covering private schools.
Friday October 2, 2026
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Tom Content, Michael Martens, Jim Drees
Here's what guests on the Sept. 25, 2026 episode said about higher home heating costs, lead pipe removal in Wausau and finding shelter in La Crosse.
Monday September 28, 2026
Tom Content on global energy prices and winter heating costs
Citizens Utility Board Executive Director Tom Content considers projected spikes in costs of natural gas, propane and other heating fuels as utilities move to hike prices and an El Niño is forecast.
Friday September 25, 2026
Jim Drees on a program to reduce homelessness in La Crosse
La Crosse County Pathways Home homeless response system manager Jim Drees describes lessons learned from a program with the goal of achieving a "functional zero" homeless population in the community.
Friday September 25, 2026
Alder Michael Martens on replacing Wausau’s lead water pipes
City of Wausau Alderperson Michael Martens discusses the city's goal to remove and replace about 3,000 remaining lead services lines before 2029 and its plan to pay private-side costs for the project.
Friday September 25, 2026
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Tom Tiffany, David Crowley, Dan Johnson
Here's what guests on the Sept. 18, 2026 episode said about running for governor of Wisconsin and the record-high price of diesel fuel.
Monday September 21, 2026
Dan Johnson on high diesel prices and cost of shipping goods
Wisconsin Motor Carriers Association President Dan Johnson discusses how businesses that transport goods by semi-truck are affected by the rising cost of diesel fuel and expected impacts on consumers.
Friday September 18, 2026
Laura Dresser on economic impacts of immigrants in Wisconsin
UW-Madison labor economist and High Road Strategy Center associate director Laura Dresser discusses Wisconsin's immigrant workers and effects of immigration enforcement raids on jobs and the economy.
Tuesday September 8, 2026
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Philip Rocco, Sec. Karen Hyun, Laura Dresser
Here's what guests on the Sept. 4, 2026 episode said about sowing distrust in the midterm elections, a Line 5 pipeline leak in Iron and the state of Wisconsin's workers.
Tuesday September 8, 2026
Laura Dresser on the state of working in Wisconsin in 2026
UW-Madison labor economist and High Road Strategy Center associate director Laura Dresser discusses the State of Working Wisconsin 2026 report on job trends, wage growth, inflation and affordability.
Friday September 4, 2026
Philip Rocco on noncitizen voting claims and mail-in ballots
Marquette University political science professor Philip Rocco discusses Trump administration moves before the 2026 election seeking to manage the mailing of ballots by alleging noncitizen voter fraud.
Friday September 4, 2026
Sec. Karen Hyun on a natural gas leak in Line 5 in Wisconsin
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Sec. Karen Hyun discusses Line 5 leaking natural gas in Iron County following a vehicle collision at an excavation site where the pipeline is being re-routed.
Friday September 4, 2026
John Miller on export markets, tariffs and importing beef
Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation Secretary and CEO John Miller discusses exports to Canada by businesses in the state, objectives of tariffs, and a Trump administration plan to import beef.
Tuesday September 1, 2026
Charles Franklin on a fake poll of Wisconsin’s 2026 primary
Marquette Law School Poll Director Charles Franklin discusses fraudulent polling results promoted by an individual under the name "Median Strategies" and what it means for pollsters and the media.
Monday August 31, 2026
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: John Miller, Charles Franklin, Janine Geske
Here's what guests on the Aug. 28, 2026 episode said about trade war with Canada, polling support in the governor's race, and the process of commuting prison sentences in Wisconsin.
Monday August 31, 2026
Charles Franklin on polling voters about Crowley and Tiffany
Marquette Law School Poll Director Charles Franklin details what Wisconsin voters say about 2026 governor candidates David Crowley and Tom Tiffany along with who should control the state Legislature.
Friday August 28, 2026
John Miller on how the US-Canada trade war affects Wisconsin
Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation Secretary and CEO John Miller discusses how escalation of a trade war between the United States and Canada impacts consumers and businesses in the state.
Friday August 28, 2026
Janine Geske on Wisconsin’s Commutation Advisory Board
Former Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Janine Geske discusses the goals of restorative justice as Gov. Tony Evers restarts the state's process to commute criminal sentences of approved applicants.
Friday August 28, 2026
Dr. Ryan Westergaard on a push to split up the MMR vaccine
Wisconsin Department of Health Services state epidemiologist Dr. Ryan Westergaard discusses an executive order by President Donald Trump that calls to separate the measles, mumps and rubella vaccine.
Monday August 24, 2026
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Dr. Ryan Westergaard, J. Michael Collins
Here's what guests on the Aug. 21, 2026 episode said about a measles outbreak in southwest Wisconsin and student loan defaults.
Monday August 24, 2026
Dr. Ryan Westergaard on measles cases in southwest Wisconsin
Wisconsin Department of Health Services state epidemiologist Dr. Ryan Westergaard describes a measles outbreak in southwest areas of the state and the impacts of falling childhood vaccination rates.
Friday August 21, 2026
J. Michael Collins on student loan defaults and the economy
UW-Madison La Follette School of Public Affairs professor J. Michael Collins discusses the rising number of student loan borrowers who are in default and what it indicates about the overall economy.
Friday August 21, 2026
UW system pushes for tuition freeze in return for investment
The Universities of Wisconsin Board of Regents announced a plan to freeze tuition for its schools in the 2027-29 budget cycle if the state Legislature agrees to invest $190 million in the system.
Friday August 21, 2026
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Anthony Chergosky, Austin Hammond, Ann Jacobs
Here's what guests on the July 31, 2026 episode said about another shake-up in the race for governor, tornado recovery efforts in Menasha, and the illegality of putting a wager on election outcomes when voting.
Monday August 3, 2026
Anthony Chergosky on Wisconsin 2026 governor primary tumult
UW-La Crosse political science professor Anthony Chergosky considers the state of Wisconsin's 2026 Democratic primary race for governor as Mandela Barnes drops out and Francesca Hong leads in polls.
Friday July 31, 2026
Ann Jacobs on prediction markets and Wisconsin election law
Wisconsin Elections Commission member Ann Jacobs discusses an agency advisory that buying and selling prediction market contracts on election outcomes violates state law on making bets and voting.
Friday July 31, 2026
Mayor Austin Hammond on damage by a tornado hitting Menasha
Menasha Mayor Austin Hammond describes impacts of a tornado that struck multiple communities in Outagamie and Winnebago counties along with post-storm efforts to assess damage and provide resources.
Friday July 31, 2026
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Charles Franklin, Bryna Godar, Ryan Graham
Here's what guests on the July 24, 2026 episode said about the polling on the Democratic primary race for Wisconsin governor, ongoing legal fights over how absentee ballots are handled when candidates drop out, and maintaining services for people experiencing homelessness.
Monday July 27, 2026
Charles Franklin on 2026 Wisconsin governor primary matchups
Marquette Law School Poll Director Charles Franklin discusses 2026 primary races for Wisconsin governor, from progressives supporting Francesca Hong to Democratic matchups with Republican Tom Tiffany.
Friday July 24, 2026
Bryna Godar on WEC’s ruling on ‘spoiling’ absentee ballots
University of Wisconsin Law School State Democracy Research Initiative attorney Bryna Godar discusses the state Elections Commission barring requests for new absentee ballots if a candidate drops out.
Friday July 24, 2026
Ryan Graham on northeast Wisconsin’s homeless resources
Wisconsin Balance of State Continuum of Care homeless systems manager Ryan Graham discusses filling a gap left by a nonprofit's closure as a summer statewide Point-in-Time homelessness count is held.
Friday July 24, 2026
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Zac Schultz, Kieran Furlong
Here's what guests on the July 17, 2026 episode said about a Democratic candidate for governor dropping out of the race and a nuclear fusion research facility planned for Madison.
Monday July 20, 2026
Wisconsin 7th District Democratic candidates make their case
Three Democratic candidates running in the race for Wisconsin's 7th Congressional District seat — Chris Armstrong, Fred Clark and Ginger Murray — make their case in a debate before the 2026 primary.
Friday July 17, 2026
Zac Schultz on Rodriguez ending her 2026 run for governor
"Here & Now" senior political reporter Zac Schultz discusses what Sara Rodriguez dropping out of the 2026 race for governor means for remaining Democratic primary candidates and the general election.
Friday July 17, 2026
2026 candidates for governor release midyear finance reports
Primary candidates in Wisconsin's 2026 race for governor release campaign funding reports, with Democrats each raising hundreds of thousands of dollars and Republican Tom Tiffany raising $8.7 million.
Friday July 17, 2026
Kieran Furlong on Realta Fusion’s energy R&D deal in Madison
Realta Fusion CEO Kieran Furlong discusses the company's plans to establish a research and development facility focusing on nuclear power technologies at the long-vacant Oscar Mayer plant in Madison.
Friday July 17, 2026
Wildfire smoke from Canada and Minnesota smothers Wisconsin
Smoke from wildfires raging in northern Minnesota and western Ontario in Canada shrouded Wisconsin, leading to the issuing of air quality advisories at the highest alert category of "hazardous."
Friday July 17, 2026
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Darryl Morin, Jake Holsclaw, Sadie Howell
Here's what guests on the July 10, 2026 episode said about a surge in immigration arrests in Wisconsin, a growing number of off-highway vehicle accidents, and a program to entice people to move to Fond du Lac.
Monday July 13, 2026
Darryl Morin on a surge of ICE and CPB arrests in Wisconsin
Latino Forward National President Darryl Morin discusses feelings within Wisconsin immigrant communities to an upswing of arrests and detentions by federal agents in Milwaukee, Waukesha and Madison.
Friday July 10, 2026
Jake Holsclaw on ATV/UTV crashes and efforts to boost safety
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources off-highway vehicle administrator Jake Holsclaw discusses state law changes intended to improve the safety of ATV and UTV riders as fatal accidents rise.
Friday July 10, 2026
Sadie Howell on Fond du Lac’s relocation incentives program
Envision Greater Fond du Lac President & CEO Sadie Howell discusses the Make My Move Talent Attraction Program that offers monetary incentives to encourage people to relocate to and work in the city.
Friday July 10, 2026
Vance and Milwaukee mayor swap remarks on election oversight
Vice President JD Vance visits Milwaukee to talk about fraud allegations in government programs, with Democratic Mayor Cavalier Johnson asking the Republican to visit the city's election operations.
Friday July 10, 2026
‘Here & Now’: McCoshen & Ross, Charles Carlin
Here's what guests on the July 3, 2026 episode said about Wisconsin's 2026 primary candidates and the end of the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program.
Monday July 6, 2026
McCoshen & Ross on candidates in Wisconsin’s 2026 primaries
"Here & Now" political panelists Bill McCoshen and Scot Ross discuss how Wisconsin's 2026 primary elections are taking shape, from the Democratic race for governor to Republican races for Congress.
Friday July 3, 2026
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Zara Fakhri and Ali Soltani, Jason Stein
Here's what guests on the June 19, 2026 episode said about a peace agreement between the U.S. and Iran and a Milwaukee County projected deficit.
Monday June 22, 2026
Jason Stein on budget headwinds facing Milwaukee
Wisconsin Policy Forum President Jason Stein discusses the budget headwinds facing Milwaukee — a $50 million dollar deficit in one year and $170 million in five years — including why shared revenue won’t fill the hole and what the county might cut.
Friday June 19, 2026
Iranians in Wisconsin react to US-Iran peace negotiations
Iranians living in Wisconsin share their opinions on the Iranian government and the future of their country in light of announced peace talks that have been delayed after ceasefires broke in Lebanon.
Friday June 19, 2026
Wisconsin senators on the Memorandum of Understanding
Wisconsin's Democratic U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin and Republican U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson reacted to the announced peace talks to end the Iran war and their wishlist of terms in the final deal.
Friday June 19, 2026
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Jeff Lamont, Elmer Moore, Jr., Paula Tran, Taylor Odle
Here's what guests on the June 12, 2026 episode said about a PFAS settlement, housing help for renters, the State Health Assessment and UW tuition hikes.
Monday June 15, 2026
Jeff Lamont on Wisconsin’s PFAS settlement with Tyco Fire
Retired hydrologist Jeff Lamont considers terms of Wisconsin's $10 million lawsuit settlement with Tyco Fire Products to monitor and remediate PFAS-contaminated water and soil in the Marinette area.
Friday June 12, 2026
Elmer Moore, Jr. on rental housing tax credits in Wisconsin
Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority CEO Elmer Moore, Jr. discusses nearly $50 million in funding for tax credits to developers to build affordable rental units for working families.
Friday June 12, 2026
Taylor Odle on the Universities of Wisconsin’s tuition hikes
UW-Madison educational policy professor Taylor Odle considers what the Universities of Wisconsin increasing tuition for the 2026-27 academic year means for students and higher education in the state.
Friday June 12, 2026
Wisconsin’s U.S. senators on war with Iran and inflation
Wisconsin's Democratic U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin and Republican U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson discussed the ongoing war in Iran and its cascading effects on fuel and fertilizer costs for farmers in the state.
Friday June 12, 2026
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Don Millis, Paula Drew
Here's what guests on the June 5, 2026 episode said about how the U.S. Postal Services handles absentee ballots and loss of subsidies for child care providers.
Monday June 8, 2026
Don Millis on administering Wisconsin’s elections in 2026
Wisconsin Elections Commission Chair Don Millis discusses the midterm primary and general election cycle as the FBI probes the 2020 vote and the U.S. Postal Service proposes a new mail-in ballot rule.
Friday June 5, 2026
Paula Drew on Child Care Bridge Payments ending in Wisconsin
Wisconsin Early Childhood Association Director of Policy and Research Paula Drew discusses anticipated impacts of the expiration of Child Care Bridge Payments made by the state to support providers.
Friday June 5, 2026
Trump visits Wisconsin to tout his agriculture tax breaks
President Donald Trump visited Chippewa County to promote his administration's agricultural policies and to bolster support for Wisconsin's Republican candidates in the 2026 midterm elections.
Friday June 5, 2026
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Charles Franklin, Scott Hodek, Bryna Godar
Here's what guests on the May 29, 2026 episode said about broad voter support for a failed state surplus deal, prospects for job seekers, and a lawsuit over ICE holds by sheriffs.
Monday June 1, 2026
Charles Franklin on polling Wisconsin’s budget surplus deal
Marquette Law School Poll Director Charles Franklin discusses polling that found widespread voter support for a bipartisan budget surplus spending bill that was defeated in the Wisconsin Legislature.
Friday May 29, 2026
Scott Hodek on Wisconsin’s job market, layoffs and AI’s role
Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development economist Scott Hodek considers shifts in the job market, prospects for new entrants, implications of mass layoffs and impacts of artificial intelligence.
Friday May 29, 2026
Bryna Godar on a lawsuit over immigration holds in Wisconsin
University of Wisconsin Law School State Democracy Research Initiative attorney Bryna Godar explains a lawsuit against five county sheriffs in the state over the legal status of 48-hour ICE detainers.
Friday May 29, 2026
Wisconsin soybean farmers decry fuel, fertilizer cost spikes
U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wisconsin, held a roundtable event with Wisconsin Soybean Association president Doug Rebout about how the Iran war and tariffs have raised costs of diesel and fertilizer.
Friday May 29, 2026
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore, Jan Lee
Here's what guests on the May 22, 2026 episode said about a flurry of White House actions and a proposal to make the Apostle Islands a national park.
Tuesday May 26, 2026
US Rep. Gwen Moore on redistricting, war in Iran and the IRS
U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore, D-4th Congressional District, discusses a deluge of issues facing the nation, from the Voting Rights Act to a war powers resolution to a Trump administration deal with the IRS.
Friday May 22, 2026
Jan Lee on the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore’s status
Bayfield County Board of Supervisors Chair Jan Lee discusses opposition among local officials to redesignating the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore as a national park due to infrastructure concerns.
Friday May 22, 2026
Wisconsin Republicans outline party priorities for 2026
At the 2026 Republican Party of Wisconsin convention, U.S. Rep. Derrick Van Orden spoke on goals heading into the midterm elections, from addressing gas and grocery costs to continuing deportations.
Friday May 22, 2026
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Rep. Tony Kurtz, Layla Merrifield, Dr. Arick Sabin
Here's what guests on the May 15, 2026 episode said about the failed state budget surplus deal, how technical colleges in the state are funded, and Wisconsin's increases in tick populations and Lyme disease.
Monday May 18, 2026
The legacy of PBS Wisconsin Emeritus Director Jon Miskowski
Jon Miskowski, emeritus director of television for PBS Wisconsin, has passed away at 65 following a long career that includes developing LZ Lambeau, Wisconsin Hometown Stories and Tribal Histories.
Friday May 15, 2026
Rep. Tony Kurtz on backing Wisconsin’s budget surplus plan
State Rep. Tony Kurtz, R-Wonewoc, discusses negotiations for a bipartisan state budget surplus deal that failed to pass in the Legislature and how the 2026 election cycle played a role in its demise.
Friday May 15, 2026
Layla Merrifield on funding for Wisconsin technical colleges
Wisconsin Technical College System President Layla Merrifield discusses a provision in a failed state budget surplus deal that would have provided aid to its schools and reduced local property taxes.
Friday May 15, 2026
Wisconsin’s bipartisan state budget surplus deal falls apart
A bipartisan vote by lawmakers blocked a plan by Democratic Gov. Tony Evers and Republican legislative leaders to use a state budget surplus to boost school funds and send checks to income taxpayers.
Friday May 15, 2026
Dr. Arick Sabin on rising Lyme disease cases in Wisconsin
Gundersen Medical Foundation researcher Dr. Arick Sabin describes efforts to diagnose, treat and prevent Lyme disease as cases in Wisconsin spike with warmer weather extending the deer tick season.
Friday May 15, 2026
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: US Sen. Tammy Baldwin, Tim Gruenke, Alex Gee
Here's what guests on the May 8, 2026 episode said about negotiations to halt the Iran war, a settlement with a dog research lab, and the opening of The Black Center for Excellence and Culture.
Monday May 11, 2026
US Sen. Tammy Baldwin on the war and ceasefires with Iran
U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wisconsin, discusses negotiations between the United States and Iran on ceasefires amid hostilities in the Strait of Hormuz as well as her priorities for a new Farm Bill.
Friday May 8, 2026
Tim Gruenke on investigating animal welfare at Ridglan Farms
La Crosse County District Attorney Tim Gruenke discusses findings of an investigation of Ridglan Farms, a dog breeding and research business, as it sells some 1,500 beagles after sustained protests.
Friday May 8, 2026
Paul Hutson on psilocybin dosing as a clinical treatment
UW-Madison Center for Psychedelic Research professor Paul Hutson describes the efficacy of psilocybin to treat depression and substance abuse in research of psychedelics as a mental health therapy.
Tuesday May 5, 2026
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Tom Content, Paul Hutson
Here's what guests on the May 1, 2026 episode said about energy use by data centers and treating mental health disorders with psychedelic medicines.
Monday May 4, 2026
Paul Hutson on potential for psychedelics in mental health
UW-Madison Center for Psychedelic Research professor Paul Hutson details how psilocybin is used in controlled clinical settings to treat mental health issues from severe depression to substance abuse.
Friday May 1, 2026
Tom Content on data center energy use and utility ratepayers
Citizens Utility Board Executive Director Tom Content discusses the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin setting an electricity rate plan for We Energies to shield customers from data center costs.
Friday May 1, 2026
Animal rights groups push to end biomedical testing on dogs
Two animal rights groups announce a deal to buy nearly 1,500 beagles from the biomedical testing facility Ridglan Farms, and hold a press conference calling for an end to their use in research.
Friday May 1, 2026
Steve Vavrus on climate change and impacts to tribal nations
Wisconsin Initiative on Climate Change Impacts co-director Steve Vavrus describes how variations in weather patterns affect cultivation of manoomin — wild rice — on tribal lands around the state.
Wednesday April 29, 2026
Here & Now’ Highlights: Steve Vavrus, TJ Semanchin
Here's what guests on the April 24, 2026 episode said about Wisconsin's warmer and wetter weather, and applying for tariff refunds.
Monday April 27, 2026
Steve Vavrus on Wisconsin’s rising risk for extreme weather
Wisconsin Initiative on Climate Change Impacts co-director Steve Vavrus describes a growing level of extreme weather conditions in the state and actions to mitigate costs and safeguard against risks.
Friday April 24, 2026
TJ Semanchin on importing coffee and pursuing tariff refunds
Wonderstate Coffee CEO TJ Semanchin discusses how tariffs on imported beans have affected the Wisconsin-based business and a court-ordered system to apply for refunds from the federal government.
Friday April 24, 2026
Wisconsin files suit against prediction market businesses
Wisconsin is suing Kalshi, Robinhood, Coinbase, Polymarket and Crypto.com, with state Attorney General Josh Kaul arguing such prediction market companies serve as platforms for illegal sports betting.
Friday April 24, 2026
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