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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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Madison police shooting, Inside Wisconsin Politics, ‘The Settlement Cook Book’
24 July 2026

Madison police shooting, Inside Wisconsin Politics, ‘The Settlement Cook Book’

After Madison police killed a man on Wednesday, we learn how shootings are investigated and what role video footage plays. Then, Inside Wisconsin Politics explores the evolving Democratic primary race […]
Increased ICE detentions, Wildfire smoke impacts, Mr. Blink’s new album
23 July 2026

Increased ICE detentions, Wildfire smoke impacts, Mr. Blink’s new album

A reporter explains the increase in Immigration and Customs Enforcement detentions in Wisconsin jails. Then, we hear how wildfire smoke is affecting animals at the Milwaukee County Zoo and boaters […]
New Canadian tariffs, Drowning public health crisis, Teen banjo player album
22 July 2026

New Canadian tariffs, Drowning public health crisis, Teen banjo player album

We look at how the new 50 percent tariffs on some Canadian goods could affect Wisconsin. Then, a leader in the Great Lakes Surf Rescue Project talks about water safety […]
Wildfire smoke updates, Green energy industry, ‘Forest bathing’ in Vilas County
21 July 2026

Wildfire smoke updates, Green energy industry, ‘Forest bathing’ in Vilas County

We get updates on how wildfire smoke is affecting the Midwest. Then, we hear from industry experts on what federal impacts policy shifts on green energy are having in Wisconsin. […]
Rodriguez drops out, Businesses benefitting from data centers, World Horseshoe Championships
20 July 2026

Rodriguez drops out, Businesses benefitting from data centers, World Horseshoe Championships

A WPR reporter details how Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez ended her campaign for governor and how it affects the Democratic primary race. Then, we learn which Wisconsin companies are set […]
Outlook and advice on smoke, Inside Wisconsin Politics, New ghost novel
17 July 2026

Outlook and advice on smoke, Inside Wisconsin Politics, New ghost novel

We get a forecast of wildfire smoke for the next fews days and advice on how to stay safe. Then, Inside Wisconsin Politics talks about a shakeup in the race […]
Wildfire smoke, OWI incarceration, Soccer star overcomes rare disease
16 July 2026

Wildfire smoke, OWI incarceration, Soccer star overcomes rare disease

We look at the impacts of wildfire smoke from Canada and Minnesota. Then, we learn about the increasing number of people incarcerated for drunk driving in Wisconsin. And, an author […]
New plans for Oscar Mayer factory, Trans athlete ruling, Powwow album
15 July 2026

New plans for Oscar Mayer factory, Trans athlete ruling, Powwow album

We learn about plans for the old Oscar Mayer factory in Madison. Then, we talk about a recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling allowing states to exclude transgender girls from competing […]
July heat wave, Voting in Wisconsin’s primaries, Port Washington’s historic newspapers
14 July 2026

July heat wave, Voting in Wisconsin’s primaries, Port Washington’s historic newspapers

We hear from a meteorologist and emergency preparedness expert about the current heat wave in Wisconsin. Then, we talk about what voters need to know about the upcoming primary elections. […]
Brewers update, Movie theater boom, Fringe festival
13 July 2026

Brewers update, Movie theater boom, Fringe festival

We check in on the Milwaukee Brewers mid-season with a sports journalist. Then, we learn how summer blockbusters are driving a return to Wisconsin movie theaters. Plus, Green Bay holds […]