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Wisconsin Public Radio
Wisconsin Today
News
Daily News
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“Wisconsin Today” explores the people, places and ideas shaping life in Wisconsin. Join hosts Rob Ferrett and Kate Archer Kent for news and in-depth conversations that you can’t find anywhere else.
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10
15 September 2026
EPA emissions rollback, Unusual algae blooms in Lake Superior, New album from Milwaukee indie-pop project
We learn how the EPA’s plans to rollback the rules limiting greenhouse gas emissions at power plants could affect the environment and health. Then, scientists are studying unusual toxic algae […]
50 min
14 September 2026
Wisconsin Supreme Court roundup, Wolf delisting, Pakistani cookbook
We look ahead to the upcoming session of the state Supreme Court with two political scientists. Then, we hear reactions to the Trump administration's executive order to remove gray wolves from the endangered species list. Plus, meet the Madison chef behind a new Pakistani cookbook.
49 min
11 September 2026
Remembering 9/11, Inside Wisconsin Politics, Packers history
We speak to a Madison firefighter who was on the scene for 9/11 recovery efforts 25 years ago. Then, Inside Wisconsin Politics talks about the Republican Party's midterm convention held earlier this week. And a new book offers a "people's history" of the Green Bay Packers.
49 min
10 September 2026
Canada dairy tariffs, Roadless Rule, Midwest Aloha Festival
A farmer and an economist weigh in on new tariffs on certain dairy products from Canada. Then, we hear reactions to a proposal to remove federal protections for the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. And we meet Native Hawaiian performers putting on a festival celebrating Polynesian culture.
50 min
09 September 2026
Communities reconsidering Flock cameras, The fight over beach access, Massive gift to the Kohler Arts Center
We look at how communities are rethinking their contracts for Flock security cameras. Then, we look at the fight over lake access next to private land. And, we talk to the artist Michelle Grabner about her gift to the Kohler Arts Center.
49 min
08 September 2026
Disease kills almost 900 deer, Ruling on AI child sexual abuse materials, Mental health film festival
An expert with the DNR on a disease killing hundreds of deer in Wisconsin. Then, a law professor explains a ruling protecting a Wisconsin man’s right to possess some kinds […]
50 min
07 September 2026
Rise in competency hearings, Journey to the depths of Lake Superior, Milwaukee’s hurling club
We look at why court-ordered competency hearings are on the rise. Then, we talk to researchers who sent a robot to the bottom of Lake Superior. And, we learn why […]
50 min
04 September 2026
ICE arrest increase, Inside Wisconsin Politics, Actor finds success from love of foreign language
Two guests explain data showing a rise in Immigrations and Customs Enforcement arrests. Then, the Inside Wisconsin Politics team discusses how Wisconsin's gubernatorial candidates are talking about Flock cameras and election administration. Then, we hear from an actor living in Green Bay.
50 min
03 September 2026
$10M to deal with PFAS in Marinette County, Traumatic brain injuries from football, New book on supper clubs
We learn about $10 million in forever chemical remediation funding going to Marinette County residents. Then, a clinical neuropsychologist explains research finding that at least 25 percent of NFL athletes will develop CTE. And, the author of a new book on Wisconsin supper clubs joins us.
50 min
02 September 2026
Feds launch voter fraud investigation, Rural veterinarian shortage, Northwoods history
We learn about an investigation of alleged voter fraud in multiple states, including Wisconsin. Then, we hear how a shortage of rural veterinarians is affecting farmers and pet owners. And, two members of the Manitowish Waters Historical Society talk about the history of the northwoods.
49 min