Wisconsin Today
Wisconsin Public Radio
“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.
Location:
United States
Genres:
News
Networks:
Wisconsin Public Radio
Description:
“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.
Language:
English
Episodes
Housing funding for veterans, Native American response to ICE, Writing your life
2/5/2026
We learn how funding proposed by the Legislature could help homeless veterans. Then, we talk to Native American leaders about how Wisconsin’s tribes are responding to the immigration crackdown. And […]
Duration:00:49:58
‘Nationalizing’ elections, State standards for PFAS, French horn player on playing with Snoop Dogg
2/4/2026
A legal expert and a former Congressman weigh in on the president’s desire to “nationalize” the midterm elections. Then, we hear about the new PFAS standards for Wisconsin drinking water. […]
Duration:00:50:00
Problems at Milwaukee County, Update on state juvenile detention centers, Warming centers
2/3/2026
We look at what’s happening with the management of Milwaukee County employees’ health care. Then, we get an update on Lincoln Hills and Copper Lake juvenile facilities. And, we look […]
Duration:00:50:00
Shutdown over DHS funding, Firetruck shortage, Exhibit honoring caretakers
2/2/2026
A WPR reporter and professor update us on the federal government shutdown and the battle over funding for immigration enforcement. Then, two fire chiefs explain the impacts of the long […]
Duration:00:50:00
US Sen. Tammy Baldwin on government shutdown, Nicotine pouch research, Snow sculpting
1/30/2026
U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin discusses immigration enforcement and funding for the Department of Homeland Security. Then, a researcher explains the health risks of nicotine pouches. And, a father-son duo on […]
Duration:00:50:00
Gun advocates respond to Pretti killing, Impact of no tax on tips, Restoring murals in Superior
1/29/2026
Wisconsin gun advocates react to White House comments decrying ICU Nurse Alex Pretti for legally carrying a gun as he was killed by federal agents. Then, industry workers share how […]
Duration:00:50:00
US Sen. Johnson on ICE, Lifelong learners, Door County bakery gets James Beard nomination
1/28/2026
U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson discusses immigration enforcement in Minnesota. Then, an educator and student talk about an institute for older learners at UW-Green Bay. And, the owner of a Door […]
Duration:00:50:00
School funding, Cannabis education, Appleton photography workspace
1/27/2026
First, a WPR reporter explains why superintendents from Wisconsin’s five largest school districts are asking for a school funding compromise. Then, two instructors talk about a cannabis education certificate at […]
Duration:00:50:00
Future of conservation program, How AI is being used by emergency dispatch, Bucks vs. USSR
1/26/2026
Two Republican state lawmakers discuss a plan to fund the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program. Then, we talk with two county emergency communication heads about how they’re using AI. And, we talk […]
Duration:00:50:00
Gov. Tony Evers, New WEDC chair, Outdoor recreation
1/23/2026
First, Gov. Tony Evers talks about his goals for his last months in office. Then, we meet the new head of the Wisconsin Economic Development Corp. And we look at […]
Duration:00:50:00