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Several parent groups say plans to put a charter school at the former UW-Milwaukee Washington County campus is prioritizing profit over community.| WPR
Several parent groups say plans to put a charter school at the former UW-Milwaukee Washington County campus is prioritizing profit over community.| WPR
Republican Josh Schoemann, the top elected official in a suburban Milwaukee county, this week created a committee to run for governor in 2026, making him the first candidate from either major party to get into the race.| WPR
A proposed GOP bill could give those communities $2 million to redevelop the former two-year campus sites.| WPR
The Trump Administration indefinitely suspended the nation’s refugee program and pulled funding for resettlement in January. The post ‘The atmosphere has changed’: Wisconsin refugees face uncertainty after resettlement appeared first on WPR.| WPR
City services in Milwaukee are beginning to transition back to normal after flooding damaged thousands of homes during flooding on Aug. 9 and 10. The post Emergency services to stop after 2 weeks of flood recovery appeared first on WPR.| WPR
As people head to the water this Labor Day weekend, Wisconsin environmental and health regulators are urging them to avoid swimming in scummy or smelly water. The post While down slightly this year, blue-green algae blooms still trending upward appeared first on WPR.| WPR
In a statement sent to WisPolitics, Bradley said she is seeking to "rebuild the conservative movement." The post Justice Rebecca Bradley will not seek reelection, setting up wide open Wisconsin Supreme Court race appeared first on WPR.| WPR
An Appleton-area judge won’t face criminal charges for jailing a man during a probation hearing over an unrelated financial dispute, but he will resign in February before his term expires, a special prosecutor assigned to the case said Thursday. The post Wisconsin judge will resign, won’t face criminal charges for jailing cement contractor appeared first on WPR.| WPR
While they may look like something out of a horror flick, disease experts say the virus causing the wart-like growths isn’t a sign of the end times. The post Rabbits with hornlike growths spotted in northern Wisconsin appeared first on WPR.| WPR
Wisconsin has a record-high number of jobs and median wage, but there are signs that the economy is softening and changes in federal policy could negatively affect workers in the coming years. The post Despite record-high jobs and median wage, federal policy changes could challenge Wisconsin families appeared first on WPR.| WPR
Hera Salehi founded the Afghan Student Association to connect Afghan students, celebrate culture and promote education. The post UW-Madison’s new Afghan Student Association launches this year appeared first on WPR.| WPR
Vice President JD Vance praised the sweeping federal budget bill for its potential to improve local manufacturing before a crowd of supporters in La Crosse on Thursday. The post JD Vance promotes Trump’s signature tax law in visit to key Wisconsin congressional district appeared first on WPR.| WPR
The Washington County Board voted to move forward with the sale, despite objections from several community members who have raised questions about the sale price and why the county would sell to buyers who won’t pay taxes.| WPR
The court's liberal majority denied two lawsuits without explanation, leaving court watchers and political analysts to wonder why, and what comes next.| WPR
Cleanup efforts are continuing Monday after a historic rainfall lead to widespread flooding and damage across Southeast Wisconsin and in Milwaukee.| WPR
The Milwaukee Brewers have won 12 games in a row for the first time since 2018, triggering a special burger giveaway from the restaurant chain George Webb.| WPR
When a grand, old tree is cut down, it can take generations to replace it. Now, Madison officials are trying to protect those trees with updated rules for construction projects.| WPR
We learn more about a rise in immigration arrests in Wisconsin. Then, we talk to two state Teachers of the Year about artificial intelligence use in schools. Then, we check […]| WPR
Wisconsin teachers are grappling with how to manage AI for themselves and their students, but the challenge of adapting to new technology in the classroom is not new.| WPR
Democrats are escalating an effort to capitalize on a Republican rift about documents related to financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.| WPR
Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Jacob Misiorowski was selected to take to the mound at Truist Park in Atlanta — becoming the first player with the fewest major league game appearances as an All-Star.| WPR
The Brewers started off the season dealing with injuries. But since they’ve been healthy, they’ve been historically strong.| WPR
Ice cover on the Great Lakes has hit a low never before seen in mid-February as the region has witnessed warmer than normal temperatures during a time of year when ice cover nears its peak.| WPR
Scientists say communities around the Great Lakes should prepare for swings in high and low water levels to boost their resilience in the face of climate change. A multi-agency panel […]| WPR
An updated report confirms that climate change is impacting the Great Lakes region through warmer and wetter weather, greater fluctuation in lake levels and disappearing fish populations.| WPR
Former Wauwatosa police officer Joseph Mensah, who killed three people in the line of duty and later resigned, has joined the Waukesha County Sheriff’s Department. Sheriff Eric Severson released a […]| WPR
Wauwatosa Police Officer Joseph Mensah has been cleared in the fatal shooting of 17-year-old Alvin Cole earlier this year, Milwaukee County District Attorney John Chisholm announced Wednesday afternoon. Mensah fatally […]| WPR
Former Wauwatosa police officer Joseph Mensah, who killed three people in the line of duty before joining the Waukesha County Sheriff's Department, is leaving law enforcement.| WPR
Geologists say the museum, founded on the UW-Oshkosh Fox Cities campus nearly 25 years ago, is unique in the country for telling the story of Wisconsin’s geological and mining history.| WPR
Director Ken Brosky believes the UW's two-year colleges are the embodiment of the Wisconsin Idea and should be supported rather than shuttered.| WPR
The campus was home to regional treasures like the Weis Earth Science Museum and the Barlow Planetarium. A Fox alum and librarian says she believes the community is “losing a gem.”| WPR
For the Salad: For the Vinaigrette: Ingredients Directions: In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper. This simple yet flavorful vinaigrette […]| WPR
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In a new book, Eau Claire-based authors curate 11 road trips to take readers to different regions across Wisconsin.| WPR
Menomonee Falls parents have filed a discrimination complaint against the school district after more than 30 books were removed from the library including one for preschoolers depicting same-sex families.| WPR
Elkhorn Area School District officials have come up with a new approach to students' access to books some parents may find objectionable. And it's considering changing how it handles complaints.| WPR
Blue moon ice cream is a staple at roadside shops throughout the Upper Midwest. But where did this Smurf-colored treat come from? And what explains its long-standing appeal? WPR's Sarah Lehr brings us the scoop from an ice cream shop in Columbus as part of our Wisconsin Road Trip series .| Wisconsin Life
Books are more available than ever before thanks to the internet. But during the era of two-day shipping and audiobooks, many independent booksellers are finding that readers still want the connection of shopping for their next read in store.| WPR
Employees of Anodyne Coffee Roasting Co. said management increasingly makes decisions with little communication with workers.| WPR
People booed and jeered at U.S. Rep. Glenn Grothman as he walked into the Algoma Town Hall just outside Oshkosh Friday morning.| WPR
The Democratic Party of Wisconsin is working to tie state Supreme Court candidate Brad Schimel to Elon Musk with an ad campaign titled the "People v. Musk."| WPR
Former Wisconsin Attorney General Brad Schimel is running for a seat on the state Supreme Court, telling supporters at a campaign announcement in Waukesha Thursday night that his goal is […]| WPR
Wisconsin public schools have lost more than 32,000 students since 2019 due to an increase in private and home school enrollment and a decline in the birth rate, according to […]| WPR
