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‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Charles Franklin, Jason Stein
Here's what guests on the Sept. 13, 2024 episode said about political polling two months out from the November election and rising property values and tax levies in Wisconsin.
Monday September 16, 2024
Charles Franklin on polling the top 2024 races in Wisconsin
Marquette Law School Poll Director Charles Franklin describes what polling of Wisconsin voters shows about candidates and campaigns for president and U.S. Senate two months out from the 2024 election.
Friday September 13, 2024
Jason Stein on home values and property taxes in Wisconsin
Wisconsin Policy Forum President Jason Stein discusses the group's report on sky high values of houses in the state and how a rise in property tax levies impacts local government and school budgets.
Friday September 13, 2024
Vaccination rates fall among kids in Wisconsin K-12 schools
More K-12 students in Wisconsin are getting personal conviction waivers for required measles vaccinations, while health officials are promoting annual COVID-19 and flu vaccines as seasonal cases rise.
Friday September 13, 2024
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Sen. LaTonya Johnson, Laura Dresser
Here's what guests on the Aug. 30, 2024 episode said about the status of Wisconsin's juvenile correctional facilities and the state of the economy for workers.
Tuesday September 3, 2024
State Sen. LaTonya Johnson on conditions at Lincoln Hills
State Sen. LaTonya Johnson, D-Milwaukee, discusses the status of Lincoln Hills School youth prison after a counselor's death prompted calls to loosen rules on methods for restraining inmates.
Friday August 30, 2024
Laura Dresser on the state of working in Wisconsin in 2024
UW-Madison labor economist and High Road Strategy Center associate director Laura Dresser discusses the group's State of Working Wisconsin 2024 report on job numbers, wage growth and gender pay gaps.
Friday August 30, 2024
Here's what guests on the August 23, 2024 episode said about the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, a concurrent rally in Milwaukee, and the status of federal and state races as the election in November approaches.
Monday August 26, 2024
US Rep. Gwen Moore on the historic nature of Harris in 2024
U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore, D-Milwaukee, discusses the historical significance of Vice President Kamala Harris running to be the first woman of color as U.S. president and what it means to Wisconsin voters.
Friday August 23, 2024
Ben Wikler on 2024 DNC impacts, enthusiasm of Democrats
Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler reacts to the 2024 Democratic National Convention and considers the surge in energy for the campaign with the nomination of Vice President Kamala Harris.
Friday August 23, 2024
Brian Schimming on 2024 DNC impacts, attitude of Republicans
Republican Party of Wisconsin Chair Brian Schimming reacts to the 2024 Democratic National Convention and considers how the campaign of former President Donald Trump is adapting to shifts in the race.
Friday August 23, 2024
Trygve Olson on crossover voters in Wisconsin’s 2024 races
The Lincoln Project senior advisor Trygve Olson discusses contours of partisan politics in Wisconsin and what varying voter support for Republicans and Democrats means for the 2024 U.S. Senate race.
Friday August 23, 2024
Vance invokes 2020 riots at a 2024 campaign stop in Kenosha
Republican candidate for vice president, Ohio U.S. Sen. JD Vance, recalled 2020 riots and stressed support for public safety at a Kenosha campaign event during the 2024 Democratic National Convention.
Friday August 23, 2024
‘Here & Now’ from the 2024 DNC in Chicago: Day four
"Here & Now" senior political reporter Zac Schultz checks in from the 2024 Democratic National Convention about U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin campaigning for reelection and the Harris-Walz ticket.
Thursday August 22, 2024
‘Here & Now’ from the 2024 DNC in Chicago: Day three
"Here & Now" senior political reporter Zac Schultz checks in from the 2024 Democratic National Convention to discuss how the party's politicians and activists plan to pivot to campaign in Wisconsin.
Wednesday August 21, 2024
‘Here & Now’ from the 2024 DNC in Chicago: Day two
"Here & Now" senior political reporter Zac Schultz checks in from the 2024 Democratic National Convention to consider priorities put forth by Wisconsin lawmakers inside and the Gaza protests outside.
Tuesday August 20, 2024
‘Here & Now’ from the 2024 DNC in Chicago: Day one
"Here & Now" senior political reporter Zac Schultz checks in from the 2024 Democratic National Convention to examine the Wisconsin delegation and the state's significance in the presidential election.
Monday August 19, 2024
How ‘Here & Now’ is covering the 2024 DNC in Chicago
PBS Wisconsin is providing in-depth coverage of the 2024 Democratic National Convention in Chicago, including daily updates from reporters, analysis from McCoshen & Ross and a special one-hour broadcast program at the end of the week.
Monday August 19, 2024
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Anthony Chergosky, Bob Atwell
Here's what guests on the August 16, 2024 episode said about Wisconsin's partisan primary election results and financial troubles for the Universities of Wisconsin.
Monday August 19, 2024
Steven Potter on how Wisconsin fits into the DNC in Chicago
"Here & Now" reporter Steven Potter discusses Wisconsin's continuing prominence in presidential politics as the state's delegation prepares for the 2024 Democratic National Convention in Chicago.
Friday August 16, 2024
Bob Atwell on the future of the Universities of Wisconsin
Former Universities of Wisconsin Regent Bob Atwell discusses costs and benefits of college as more two-year campuses are closed and a legislative study committee considers options for moving forward.
Friday August 16, 2024
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Charles Franklin, Steve Taylor, Linda Hall
Here's what guests on the August 9, 2024 episode said about polling the presidential matchup between Harris and Trump, ongoing budget problems for Milwaukee County, and the worsening state of child mental health in Wisconsin.
Monday August 12, 2024
Charles Franklin on how voters feel about Harris and Trump
Marquette Law School Poll Director Charles Franklin describes where national and Wisconsin voters stand on 2024 presidential candidates Kamala Harris and Donald Trump three months before the election.
Friday August 9, 2024
Supervisor Steve Taylor on Milwaukee County’s budget issues
Milwaukee County Supervisor Steve Taylor discusses a budget surplus swinging to projected deficits for the county's government despite federal funding, a boost in state aid and a sales tax increase.
Friday August 9, 2024
Linda Hall on the mental health of Wisconsin high schoolers
Wisconsin Office of Children's Mental Health Director Linda Hall describes the 2023 Youth Risk Behavior Survey's findings on anxiety, depression and effects of screen time among high school students.
Friday August 9, 2024
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Kit Kerschensteiner, Barbara Bowers
Here's what guests on the Aug. 2, 2024 episode said about how voters with disabilities can acquire absentee ballots and the state of nursing home care in Wisconsin.
Monday August 5, 2024
Kit Kerchschensteiner on absentee voting by disabled people
Disability Rights Wisconsin director of legal and advocacy services Kit Kerchschensteiner discusses a court ruling that allows absentee ballots be emailed to disabled voters for the November election.
Friday August 2, 2024
Barbara Bowers on nonprofit nursing homes turning for-profit
UW-Madison School of Nursing Center for Aging Research and Education founding director Barbara Bowers discusses the growing number of Wisconsin nursing homes changing from nonprofit to for-profit.
Friday August 2, 2024
Vel Phillips honored with statue at Wisconsin State Capitol
A statue of Vel Phillips was unveiled at the Wisconsin State Capitol to honor her legacy as a civil rights pioneer and leader who advocated for fair housing, education access and women's equality.
Friday August 2, 2024
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Mordecai Lee, Nick Ramos, McCoshen & Ross
Here's what guests on the July 26, 2024 episode said about comparisons between the presidential election of 1968 and today, the influence of big campaign donors and rapid shifts in the presidential race.
Monday July 29, 2024
McCoshen & Ross on Biden, Harris and Democrats in 2024
"Here & Now" political panelists Bill McCoshen and Scot Ross discuss President Joe Biden withdrawing his 2024 candidacy and the Democratic Party lining up to support Vice President Kamala Harris.
Friday July 26, 2024
Nick Ramos on campaign donor influence and the 2024 election
Wisconsin Democracy Campaign Executive Director Nick Ramos discusses impacts of large campaign contributions on elections in the wake of President Joe Biden dropping out of the 2024 presidential race.
Friday July 26, 2024
Mordecai Lee on comparing the 1968 and 2024 election cycles
UW-Milwaukee political science professor Mordecai Lee discusses historical comparisons between the 1968 and 2024 presidential elections as the Democratic National Convention is again held in Chicago.
Friday July 26, 2024
Republicans shift to counter Harris campaign in 2024 race
Republicans are shifting their focus to criticize Vice President Kamala Harris in her campaign as the presumptive 2024 Democratic nominee after President Joe Biden withdrew from the race.
Friday July 26, 2024
Here's what guests on the July 19, 2024 episode said about the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, its impacts on the city and how campaigns are shifting in a volatile election cycle.
Monday July 22, 2024
Ben Wikler on 2024 RNC impacts, uncertainty of Democrats
Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler reacts to the 2024 Republican National Convention and considers how tension over President Joe Biden's campaign impacts other candidates in the state.
Friday July 19, 2024
Brian Schimming on 2024 RNC impacts, energy of Republicans
Republican Party of Wisconsin Chair Brian Schimming reacts to the 2024 Republican National Convention and considers support for former President Donald Trump's campaign after an assassination attempt.
Friday July 19, 2024
Mayor Cavalier Johnson on Milwaukee hosting the 2024 RNC
Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson reflects on Milwaukee's experience as the 2024 Republican National Convention host city, from economic expectations to security considerations to political impacts.
Friday July 19, 2024
Angela Lang on police killing Samuel Sharpe Jr. and 2024 RNC
Black Leaders Organizing for Communities Executive Director Angela Lang discusses the impacts of out-of-state police killing a Milwaukee resident during the 2024 RNC and implications for the city.
Friday July 19, 2024
‘Here & Now’ from the 2024 RNC in Milwaukee: Day four
"Here & Now" senior political reporter Zac Schultz checks in from the 2024 Republican National Convention to discuss Wisconsin Republicans touting Milwaukee, the state and the Trump-Vance ticket.
Thursday July 18, 2024
‘Here & Now’ from the 2024 RNC in Milwaukee: Day three
"Here & Now" senior political reporter Zac Schultz checks in from the 2024 Republican National Convention to consider an incident involving U.S. Rep. Derrick Van Orden and Ohio police killing a man.
Wednesday July 17, 2024
‘Here & Now’ from the 2024 RNC in Milwaukee: Day two
"Here & Now" senior political reporter Zac Schultz checks in from the 2024 Republican National Convention to gauge business impacts on Milwaukee and police shooting a person past the security zone.
Tuesday July 16, 2024
‘Here & Now’ from the 2024 RNC in Milwaukee: Day one
"Here & Now" senior political reporter Zac Schultz checks in from the 2024 Republican National Convention about bolstered security after the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump.
Monday July 15, 2024
How ‘Here & Now’ is covering the 2024 RNC in Milwaukee
PBS Wisconsin is providing in-depth coverage over the course of the 2024 Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, with daily updates from reporters, analysis from McCoshen & Ross and a special one-hour broadcast program at the end of the week.
Monday July 15, 2024
Here's what guests on the July 12, 2024 episode said about the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, how election clerks are preparing to once again use absentee ballot drop boxes, and how foam on lakes and rivers can contain high levels of "forever chemicals."
Monday July 15, 2024
McCoshen & Ross on expectations of the 2024 RNC in Milwaukee
"Here & Now" political panelists Bill McCoshen and Scot Ross discuss the 2024 races for president and a U.S. Senate seat in Wisconsin as the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee gets started.
Friday July 12, 2024
Steven Potter on security planning in Milwaukee for the RNC
"Here & Now" reporter Steven Potter discusses advance planning by multiple federal and state law enforcement agencies to provide security for the 2024 Republican National Convention in Milwaukee.
Friday July 12, 2024
Scott McDonell on using absentee ballot drop boxes in 2024
Dane County Clerk Scott McDonell describes planning to once again deploy unstaffed absentee ballot drop boxes in the Madison metro area after the Wisconsin Supreme Court reversed a ban on their use.
Friday July 12, 2024
Meagan Wolfe on absentee ballot drop box guidance for 2024
Wisconsin Elections Commission Administrator Meagan Wolfe details guidance for local election clerks on unstaffed absentee ballot drop boxes after the state Supreme Court reversed a ban on their use.
Friday July 12, 2024
Christy Remucal on finding PFAS contamination in water foams
UW-Madison civil and environmental engineering professor Christy Remucal explains implications of research revealing high concentrations of PFAS chemicals in naturally occurring river and lake foams.
Friday July 12, 2024
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Zac Schultz, Anthony Chergosky, Natasha Paris
Here's what guests on the July 5, 2024 episode said about Wisconsin Supreme Court cases, how down-ballot races are affected by the presidential race, and what wet weather is doing to crops.
Monday July 8, 2024
Zac Schultz on the Wisconsin Supreme Court and abortion law
PBS Wisconsin senior political reporter Zac Schultz discusses the significance of the Wisconsin Supreme Court agreeing to hear two cases related to the legal status of abortion access in the state.
Wednesday July 3, 2024
Anthony Chergosky on down-ballot races in the 2024 election
UW-La Crosse political science professor Anthony Chergosky considers how the 2024 race for president could affect voter support for candidates seeking numerous open seats in the Wisconsin Legislature.
Wednesday July 3, 2024
Natasha Paris on Wisconsin’s farms facing weather whiplash
UW-Madison Extension regional crops educator Natasha Paris describes the impacts of extreme weather conditions on Wisconsin's growing season as drought shifts to rainstorms delivering excessive water.
Wednesday July 3, 2024
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Mordecai Lee, Village Pres. Mary Kardoskee
Here's what guests on the June 29, 2024 episode said about what two familiar candidates did and did not say in the first presidential debate, and Ashwaubenon's new rules for short-term rentals flooded by visitors to Lambeau Field.
Monday July 1, 2024
Village Pres. Mary Kardoskee on short-term rental regulation
Ashwaubenon Village Board President Mary Kardoskee discusses a growing number of short-term rental properties in the Green Bay area and how the local government seeks to regulate their operation.
Friday June 28, 2024
Mordecai Lee on the first Biden and Trump debate of 2024
UW-Milwaukee political science professor Mordecai Lee considers candidate messages and reactions to the first 2024 presidential debate between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump.
Friday June 28, 2024
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Rich Barnhouse, Sen. Chris Larson, John Blakeman
Here's what guests on the June 21, 2024 episode said about the closing of two-year Universities of Wisconsin campuses, the financial turmoil at Milwaukee Public Schools, and the past and present of Donald Trump campaigns in Wisconsin.
Monday June 24, 2024
Sen. Chris Larson on Milwaukee Public Schools administration
State Sen. Chris Larson, D-Milwaukee, discusses how consolidation in the administrative structure of Milwaukee Public Schools played a role in ongoing financial reporting issues for the district.
Friday June 21, 2024
Rich Barnhouse on Continuing Closures of 2-year UW Campuses
Waukesha County Technical College President Richard Barnhouse explains the impact closures to 2-year Universities of Wisconsin programs has, and how technical colleges are trying to provide solutions.
Friday June 21, 2024
John Blakeman on impacts of Trump’s rhetoric among voters
UW-Stevens Point professor John Blakeman discusses how former President Trump's messaging of "rigged" elections, out of control immigration and more is resonating with rural Wisconsin voters.
Friday June 21, 2024
Town of Lac du Flambeau to stop paying to keep roads open
The board of the town of Lac du Flambeau voted to stop payments to the Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa to keep four roads open through tribal land after a year and a half of dispute.
Friday June 21, 2024
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Ben Wikler, Angela Harris
Here's what guests on the June 7, 2024 episode said about the Democratic Party of Wisconsin's state convention and escalating financial woes for the Milwaukee Public School system.
Monday June 10, 2024
Ben Wikler on Wisconsin voters and Democrats in 2024
Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler discusses the state's importance in the 2024 election and turning out voters for President Joe Biden as the DNC in Chicago approaches.
Friday June 7, 2024
Angela Harris on the finances, future of Milwaukee’s schools
Black Educators Caucus MKE chairperson and teacher Angela Harris discusses financial struggles of Milwaukee Public Schools as top leadership changes prompt more calls for the district to be dissolved.
Friday June 7, 2024
Erin Barbato on Biden’s order limiting asylum at US border
University of Wisconsin Law School Immigration Justice Clinic Director Erin Barbato considers President Joe Biden's executive order restricting access for asylum seekers at the U.S.-Mexico border.
Friday June 7, 2024
Public hearings in Ashland focus on Line 5 pipeline proposal
Hundreds of people attended public hearings in Ashland reviewing proposed additions and reroutes to the Enbridge Line 5 oil and gas pipeline around the Bad River Reservation in northern Wisconsin.
Friday June 7, 2024
Outlining charges in Wisconsin’s 2020 fake electors scheme
Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul filed felony criminal charges against three associates of former President Donald Trump in connection with the false electors plot in the 2020 election.
Friday June 7, 2024
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Rep. Joel Kitchens, David Krause, Ryan Rasmussen
Here's what guests on the May 31, 2024 episode said about snags in a new law to promote K-12 reading proficiency, the Wisconsin pension fund investment in Bitcoin and what a new state rule for food pantry recipients means as need remains high.
Monday June 3, 2024
David Krause on the state of Wisconsin investing in Bitcoin
Marquette University professor emeritus David Krause describes the Wisconsin pension system's $100 million investment in a Bitcoin ETF known for its volatility and why this action is significant.
Friday May 31, 2024
Rep. Joel Kitchens on disputes over Wisconsin’s phonics law
State Rep. Joel Kitchens, R-Sturgeon Bay, discusses a legal fight over a partial veto to the law he co-authored that requires reading instruction based on phonics to be used in Wisconsin classrooms.
Friday May 31, 2024
Ryan Rasmussen on address requirements for food pantry users
Oshkosh Area Community Pantry Executive Director Ryan Rasmussen considers how new identification rules for people using food pantries that receive federal aid could affect access as need remains high.
Friday May 31, 2024
Oral arguments in Act 10 lawsuit heard in Dane County Court
Oral arguments in a lawsuit challenging Act 10 more than a decade after its enactment were heard in Dane County Circuit Court, with lawyers arguing over the law exempting certain state employees.
Friday May 31, 2024
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Josh Kaul, Katrina Nordyke, Alex Brower
Here's what guests on the May 24, 2024 episode said about the second round of opioid lawsuit settlement dollars coming into Wisconsin, a whooping cough outbreak in Brown County and how to shore up the Social Security program.
Tuesday May 28, 2024
Josh Kaul on allotting Wisconsin’s opioid settlement money
Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul explains how an outlay of $36 million awarded in an opioid settlement will be used, as the state is set to receive over $750 million through 2038 through the deal.
Friday May 24, 2024
Alex Brower on the Social Security funding gap and benefits
Wisconsin Alliance for Retired Americans Executive Director Alex Brower discusses projections for Social Security Trust Fund reserves to empty by 2035 and proposed policy changes to maintain solvency.
Friday May 24, 2024
Katrina Nordyke on whooping cough and vaccines in Green Bay
Brown County deputy health officer Katrina Nordyke describes the Green Bay area's outbreak of pertussis, known as whooping cough, and how vaccination has declined in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Friday May 24, 2024
Passenger rail expands across Wisconsin with Borealis train
Amtrak has expanded passenger rail in Wisconsin for the first time in over 20 years with the Borealis train line that run between Chicago and Minneapolis, joining the existing Empire Builder route.
Friday May 24, 2024
Storms leave damage, power outages across Wisconsin, Midwest
Severe storms bringing seven confirmed tornados and high wind speeds across Wisconsin damaged power lines and left more than 40,000 people without power while also impacting neighboring states.
Friday May 24, 2024
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Brian Schimming, Jay Heck, Ian Robertson
Here's what guests on the May 17, 2024 episode said about the Republican Party of Wisconsin's state convention, the state Supreme Court's reconsideration of absentee ballot drop boxes, and how a political firestorm shaped the future of engineering education at UW-Madison.
Monday May 20, 2024
Jay Heck on ballot drop boxes and Wisconsin voters in 2024
Common Cause In Wisconsin Executive Director Jay Heck discusses a lawsuit that seeks to reverse a state Supreme Court order barring absentee ballot drop boxes and clashes among lawmakers over vetoes.
Friday May 17, 2024
Brian Schimming on Wisconsin voters and Republicans in 2024
Republican Party of Wisconsin Chair Brian Schimming discusses the state's importance in the 2024 election and turning out voters for former President Donald Trump as the RNC in Milwaukee approaches.
Friday May 17, 2024
Ian Robertson on goals of UW-Madison engineering education
UW-Madison College of Engineering Dean Ian Robertson considers the school's high-profile moment in Wisconsin politics as its efforts continue to train more students in high demand among employers.
Friday May 17, 2024
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Douglas McLeod, William Gardner, Jane Graham Jennings, Dr. Julie Owen
Here's what guests on the May 10, 2024 episode said about campus protests over Gaza, decriminalizing cannabis on Ho-Chunk Nation lands, falling federal funding for crime victim services, and the disputed diagnosis of "excited delirium."
Monday May 13, 2024
Douglas McLeod on impacts of pro-Palestinian campus protests
UW-Madison journalism professor Douglas McLeod considers media coverage about and political implications of demonstrations that demand the university divest from companies and institutions in Israel.
Friday May 10, 2024
Jane Graham Jennings on funding for crime victim services
The Women's Community Executive Director Jane Graham Jennings describes how a drop in federal funding for grants to help victims of crimes impacts the Wausau-based agency's capacity to provide aid.
Friday May 10, 2024
William Gardner on the Ho-Chunk Nation and cannabis laws
Ho-Chunk Nation Attorney General William Gardner discusses the tribal legislature voting to decriminalize cannabis on its lands and how this action intersects with state and federal marijuana laws.
Friday May 10, 2024
Dr. Julie Owen on police, sedatives and ‘excited delirium’
Medical College of Wisconsin professor and psychiatrist Dr. Julie Owen explains the disputed diagnosis of "excited delirium" and its use when detained people are forcibly injected with sedatives.
Friday May 10, 2024
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Charles Franklin, Tim Purdon, Cindy Boyle
Here's what guests on the April 19, 2024 episode said about election year polling, a Menominee Tribe of Wisconsin lawsuit against social media companies, and new help in the battle against PFAS.
Monday April 22, 2024
Tim Purdon on Native youth, social media, mental health
Attorney Tim Purdon, who represents the Menominee Indian Tribe, describes the tribal nation's lawsuit against major social media companies over mental health issues and suicide among Native youth.
Friday April 19, 2024
Cindy Boyle on PFAS contamination in the town of Peshtigo
Former town of Peshtigo Chairperson Cindy Boyle describes how the northeast Wisconsin community is addressing PFAS pollution amid new federal regulations, state political fights and ongoing lawsuits.
Friday April 19, 2024
Charles Franklin on voter enthusiasm and top issues in 2024
Marquette Law School Poll Director Charles Franklin describes what Wisconsin voters say about candidates for president, the U.S. Senate and important issues about six months before the 2024 election.
Friday April 19, 2024
‘Here & Now’ Highlights: David Helpap, Mayor Mitch Reynolds
Here's what guests on the April 12, 2024 episode said about why residents of rural areas are increasingly not running for local office and what La Crosse is doing to fight chronic homelessness.
Monday April 15, 2024
How often do non-US citizens vote in Wisconsin elections?
Nearly 300,000 residents of Wisconsin who are not U.S. citizens have been issued driver licenses or ID cards — the state elections agency notes its policies in response to concerns raised over fraud.
Friday April 12, 2024
Mayor Mitch Reynolds on homelessness, housing in La Crosse
La Crosse Mayor Mitch Reynolds discusses the city's policy to ban encampments on city property and goals of its Pathways Home plan to provide shelter for people experiencing long-term homelessness.
Friday April 12, 2024
David Helpap on serving in local government in rural areas
UW-Green Bay political science professor David Helpap describes factors contributing to dwindling participation in local government among rural Wisconsin communities as populations age and decrease.
Friday April 12, 2024
Retirement shakes up 2025 Wisconsin Supreme Court race
Justice Ann Walsh Bradley has announced she won't run for another Wisconsin Supreme Court term in 2025, leaving an open seat in another race where the court's majority hangs in the balance.
Friday April 12, 2024
Here's what guests on the April 5, 2024 episode said about Wisconsin's spring election results, major problems with college financial aid applications, fraudulent brokers in the health insurance marketplace, and a new documentary about the Line 5 oil pipeline.
Monday April 8, 2024
Mike Wiggins, Jr. and Mary Mazzio on ‘Bad River’ and Line 5
Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa former Chairman Mike Wiggins, Jr. and filmmaker Mary Mazzio describe the documentary "Bad River" and an ongoing dispute over the Enbridge Line 5 oil pipeline.
Friday April 5, 2024
Caroline Gomez-Tom on fraudulent sales of health insurance
Covering Wisconsin enrollment network and accessibility manager Caroline Gomez-Tom discusses a growing problem of online brokers misrepresenting, switching and selling unsuitable federal ACA policies.
Friday April 5, 2024
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