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Economy

Amid rising house prices, Richland Center residents decry development on parkland

A group of residents in the small southwest Wisconsin community of Richland Center says local officials have ignored their concerns in moving forward with a plan to build duplexes on a six-acre green space in the city, where housing prices have increased 76% since 2017.

December 18, 2025

Jennifer Webster on providing mental health aid to farmers
Jennifer Webster on providing mental health aid to farmers

Health

Jennifer Webster on providing mental health aid to farmers

Farmer Angel Network of Western Wisconsin co-founder Jennifer Webster describes how the group works to reach out to struggling farmers and offer mental health resources and financial assistance.

December 17, 2025

A hand-drawn and shaded sketch shows a depiction of Hannah Dugan.
A hand-drawn and shaded sketch shows a depiction of Hannah Dugan.

Courts

Federal officers, Milwaukee judge testify for the prosecution at the Dugan trial

Prosecutors are trying to paint Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan as rudely approaching federal officers and making it more dangerous for them to do their jobs to help an immigrant escape arrest, with another judge testifying that she was irritated and "shocked" with Dugan's behavior.

December 16, 2025

Katie Glanville on how mental stresses escalate for farmers
Katie Glanville on how mental stresses escalate for farmers

Health

Katie Glanville on how mental stresses escalate for farmers

Southwest Health Behavioral Services nurse practitioner Katie Glanville describes how self-isolation and self-sacrifice by farmers facing stress and depression can intensify feelings of hopelessness.

December 16, 2025

Metal street signs on a painted wrought-iron poll with an oval Astor Neighborhood logo, the words National Historic District, and Spring St with 500 and S Madison St with 700 on their surfaces stand in front of a stone masonry church with two towers flanking a stained-glass window and arched doorway, with a house to its side along with multiple leafless trees.
Metal street signs on a painted wrought-iron poll with an oval Astor Neighborhood logo, the words National Historic District, and Spring St with 500 and S Madison St with 700 on their surfaces stand in front of a stone masonry church with two towers flanking a stained-glass window and arched doorway, with a house to its side along with multiple leafless trees.

History

Green Bay podcasters dig up long-buried tales in the city’s Astor neighborhood

Residents of Green Bay's Astor neighborhood produce a podcast uncovering forgotten — and sometimes spooky — tales tied to its historic homes, hoping to create a sense of wonder and pride while memorializing the community's history and lore.

December 16, 2025 • Northeast Region

A hand-drawn and shaded sketch shows a depiction of Hannah Dugan sitting between two other people who are facing the screens of laptop computers.
A hand-drawn and shaded sketch shows a depiction of Hannah Dugan sitting between two other people who are facing the screens of laptop computers.

Courts

Dugan trial begins with prosecutors making their case against the Milwaukee judge

Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge Hannah Dugan's trial on federal charge began with prosecutors seeking to make the case that she knew what was at stake when she directed an immigrant to a courtroom's private door while immigrations agents were in the courthouse.

December 15, 2025

Two side-by-side photos show Jim Troupis and Mike Roman speaking and posing for a portrait, respectively, in rooms with out-of-focus backgrounds.
Two side-by-side photos show Jim Troupis and Mike Roman speaking and posing for a portrait, respectively, in rooms with out-of-focus backgrounds.

Courts

Dane County judge rules Trump aides must face trial in 2020 fake electors scheme

A Dane County judge has ruled there is enough evidence to proceed to trial in a felony forgery case against an attorney and an aide to President Donald Trump for their role in the 2020 fake elector scheme while postponing a preliminary hearing for a third defendant in the case.

December 15, 2025

A photo of a website shows multiple lines of text, including An official website of the United States government, Here's how you know and Welcome to the Health Insurance Marketplace®, with multiple navigation links in different locations on the screen.
A photo of a website shows multiple lines of text, including An official website of the United States government, Here's how you know and Welcome to the Health Insurance Marketplace®, with multiple navigation links in different locations on the screen.

Health

More costs, less coverage: Affordable Care Act health insurance enrollees say end to subsidies will hit them hard

Americans are feeling strains already with COVID-era tax credits for Affordable Care Act health insurance set to expire — for one Wisconsin couple, the loss of government-covered subsidies in 2026 means choosing a lower-quality insurance plan with higher premiums and deductibles.

December 15, 2025

Side-by-side still images from video show Sara Rodriguez, David Crowley and Kelda Roys seated with an ombre backdrop in the background.
Side-by-side still images from video show Sara Rodriguez, David Crowley and Kelda Roys seated with an ombre backdrop in the background.

Politics

‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez, County Exec. David Crowley, Sen. Kelda Roys, Dr. Ryan Westergaard

Here's what guests on the Dec. 12, 2025 episode said about the Democratic primary for governor in 2026 and state guidance for hepatitis B vaccines.

December 15, 2025

Dr. Ryan Westergaard on hepatitis B vaccination for newborns
Dr. Ryan Westergaard on hepatitis B vaccination for newborns

Health

Dr. Ryan Westergaard on hepatitis B vaccination for newborns

Wisconsin Department of Health Services state epidemiologist Dr. Ryan Westergaard describes continuing guidance to vaccinate newborns for hepatitis B after a federal panel changed its recommendations.

December 12, 2025