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10 episodes
Language
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Wisconsin Public RadioExplicit
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Date created
2023/02/07
Latest episode
2026/02/06
Average duration
13 min.
Release period
2 days
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Start your day by getting up to speed on the biggest Wisconsin stories with WPR’s “Morning Edition” host Alex Crowe. Find “Wisconsin Today: Morning News” Monday through Friday wherever you get your podcasts.
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Bills would put age restrictions on apps, PFAS down in Great Lakes
2026/02/06
Bills advancing at the state Capitol would impose age-related restrictions on digital apps and social media platforms. A new study shows PFAS are down in the Great Lakes. And, the search for the owner of an antique photo album that was left at the airport.
Lawmakers block DPI funding, Proposed restrictions on AI chatbots
2026/02/05
A panel of GOP lawmakers has blocked a million dollar payment to the Department of Public Instruction following news of four day "junket" to the Wisconsin Dells. A proposal at the state capitol would put guardrails on A-I chatbots when kids are using them. And, we hear from a Wisconsin native who's the premier American athlete in the Olympic biathlon.
Mining company closer to drilling in Northern Wisconsin, Ron Johnson opposes Trump call to ‘take over’ elections
2026/02/04
A mining company is one step closer to drilling for copper, gold and other metals in Northern Wisconsin.Republican Senator Ron Johnson says he's not onboard with President Donald Trump's call for Republicans to "take over" elections in some states. And, a Madison author explores the question of why we write.
Milwaukee County officials in shock over health insurance lapse, new marijuana legislation
2026/02/03
Milwaukee County officials say they were caught off guard when they found out their health insurance contract had lapsed. Democrats introduce a new bill that would legalize marijuana, but it's likely doomed in the state Legislature. And, former Judge Hannah Dugan's lawyers are raising constitutional questions as they look to get her felony conviction overturned.
Company pursuing new nuclear plant in Wisconsin, State supreme court candidates discuss ICE investigations
2026/02/02
Plans to bring new nuclear energy to the site of a shuttered nuclear plant in Kewaunee County are moving forward. Meanwhile, a Shorewood man's legal battle over a trespassing citation could decide the future of beach access on the Great Lakes in Wisconsin. And, the two candidates for Wisconsin Supreme Court explain whether state courts should get involved with investigations involving federal immigration agents.
GOP field for governor narrows to one, new ATV/UTV regulations
2026/01/30
There's about six months until Wisconsin's primary and Republicans are coalescing around a single candidate for governor. But things are looking much different on the Democratic side of that race. Wisconsin’s flagship university will be searching for a new chancellor for the second time in four years. And, with fatal crashes on all-terrain and utility terrain vehicles hitting near-record highs in Wisconsin last year, the state is updating safety regulations.
Gun owners react to Trump statements, Ron Johnson weighs in on Minneapolis
2026/01/29
Wisconsin gun rights advocates are disputing recent comments from President Donald Trump and his administration following the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti in Minnesota. Sen. Ron Johnson is calling for a full investigation into Pretti's death but is blaming Democrats for chaos in Minneapolis. And, a federal judge is ending court monitoring of a youth prison in Wisconsin eight years after ordering reforms there.
Trump endorses Tom Tiffany in Wisconsin governor’s race, Tammy Baldwin says ICE is out of control
2026/01/28
President Donald Trump has endorsed Republican Congressman Tom Tiffany in the GOP primary for governor. Senator Tammy Baldwin says Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem should be fired following "chaos" caused be federal agents in Minneapolis. And, a new EPA rule would give Wisconsin and tribes in the state less power to protect waterways under the Clean Water Act.
Green Bay remembers Alex Pretti, Tom Tiffany says he hasn’t watched shooting video
2026/01/27
Green Bay residents are remembering former resident Alex Pretti, the Veterans Administration nurse who was killed by federal immigration agents in Minnesota. Congressman Tom Tiffany, the leading Republican candidate for governor, told reporters he has not watched video of the shooting. And, leaders of Wisconsin's largest school districts say state leaders are failing to adequately fund public education.
Hundreds protest fatal ICE shooting, Muskego man fights charge over “January 6th” chalk message
2026/01/26
Protesters across Wisconsin are taking to the streets after a former Green Bay resident was shot and killed by an immigration agent in Minnesota. And a Rhinelander paper mill will […]
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KAZI$ 2025/11/21
Best Wisconsin News Podcast
I listen to this pod every morning on my way to work and follow it up with Up First from NPR. They even have similar colors to their brands! I love th...
JaqueMate81 2025/04/10
Great show to keep up with what’s going on in Wisconsin
I live abroad and miss my home state. This show is great for staying up to date about what’s going on in all corners of Wisconsin. I particularly like...
Veritas100 2025/11/15
Wisconsin Today
Your Ron Johnson is a crook time to vote him out!! Wants millions of your taxpayer money for investigation into his phone call records???
Ato222 2024/10/24
Great WI daily news Summary
Well spent 6 to 12 minutes (less with increased speed) to learn about all the important happenings in Wisconsin. Plus, frequent doses of Wisconsin lif...
Jeffrey1475 2025/03/07
Need to balance out the sound
Great content but the pod cast is hard to listen to. They have the music turned up way too high that it hurts your ears. If you turn down the volume, ...
DriftlessSunshine 2024/03/27
A jam-packed daily gem
A perfect, relatively short (but also with some surprisingly in-depth interviews) news kick, especially great when it’s the only news you can get in f...
meganc0202 2023/12/19
Great way to keep on Wisconsin news
I moved out of state recently and this podcast has been a lifesaver in helping me keep up with the events back home. Thanks, Alex Crowe!
Pbo1231 2023/10/02
Great way to start the day
Great snapshot of what is going on in the state. Thank you!
pjulias 2023/02/10
Alex Crowe is AMAZING
Great show!!
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