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Wisconsin’s general election ad war for governor has begun
https://www.wpr.org/news/wisconsins-general-election-ad-war-governor
Published: August 14, 2026 10:00
The general election ad war in Wisconsin's race for governor has begun, with both Republican Tom Tiffany and the Democratic Governors Association announcing "seven-figure" ad buys this week. The post Wisconsin’s general election ad war for governor has…
Longtime Wisconsin educator in federal lawsuit claims he was fired for being gay
https://www.wpr.org/news/wisconsin-jeffrey-peterson-federal-lawsuit
Published: August 14, 2026 10:00
Jeffrey Peterson, who previously filed a discrimination complaint with the state, was put on leave in 2023 and later, the district declined to renew his contract. The post Longtime Wisconsin educator in federal lawsuit claims he was fired for being gay…
Wisconsin DNR seeks to prorate wolf damage claims amid potential funding shortfall
https://www.wpr.org/news/wisconsin-dnr-prorate-wolf-damage-claims-potential-funding-shortfall
Published: August 14, 2026 10:00
Wisconsin regulators can now forge ahead with regulations to prioritize and prorate payments for wolf attacks on livestock and dogs due to a potential funding shortfall. The post Wisconsin DNR seeks to prorate wolf damage claims amid potential funding…
The complicated legacy and rebirth of Sauk County’s ‘Sacred Earth’
https://www.wpr.org/news/complicated-legacy-rebirth-sauk-countys-sacred-earth
Published: August 14, 2026 10:00
From "Sacred Earth" to "Devil's Lake" and from farmland to a munitions factory, a Ho-Chunk Nation citizen and a Wisconsin historian share the crucial life lessons inherent in the history of the Badger Lands. The post The complicated legacy and rebirth of…
Wisconsin health officials investigating measles outbreak in southwest counties
https://www.wpr.org/news/wisconsin-health-officials-investigating-measles-outbreak
Published: August 13, 2026 21:24
State health officials have confirmed 15 new cases of measles among residents in southwestern Wisconsin, and it’s likely there will be at least a half dozen more. The post Wisconsin health officials investigating measles outbreak in southwest counties…
Nurses at 10 SSM Health outpatient clinics in Dane County working to unionize
https://www.wpr.org/news/nurses-ssm-health-outpatient-clinics-dane-county-unionize
Published: August 13, 2026 18:14
Nurses at 10 outpatient clinics in Dane County are working to unionize, saying they were inspired by a similar effort at SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison. The post Nurses at 10 SSM Health outpatient clinics in Dane County working to unionize…
Arts and crafts too expensive? Try one of Wisconsin’s art supply thrift stores
https://www.wpr.org/news/arts-and-crafts-wisconsin-art-supply-thrift-stores
Published: August 13, 2026 16:55
Wisconsin’s newest art supply thrift store, 414 Art Revival in West Allis, opened late last month to a massive crowd of customers. Co-owner Junianna Jackson calls the shopping experience a “treasure hunt.” The post Arts and crafts too expensive? Try one…
5 Wisconsin schools considered ‘bright spots’ for reading based on poverty levels
https://www.wpr.org/news/wisconsin-schools-bright-spots-for-third-grade-reading-poverty-levels
Published: August 13, 2026 10:00
Five Wisconsin public schools have been identified as “bright spots" nationally for helping third grade students achieve strong reading scores despite higher than average district poverty levels. The post 5 Wisconsin schools considered ‘bright spots’ for…
WPR Music New Album of the Week: Brahms Symphonies from the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra
Published: August 13, 2026 00:00
A new recording of Brahms' Fourth Symphony by the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra. The post WPR Music New Album of the Week: Brahms Symphonies from the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra appeared first on WPR.
The ‘Crowley comeback’ defied the odds, and reset expectations
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Published: August 12, 2026 23:25
In a Wisconsin primary for governor that was as wild as they come, it's only fitting that the person who won the Democratic nomination was considered a failed candidate just a month ago. The post The ‘Crowley comeback’ defied the odds, and reset…
Wisconsin Democrats preach unity as Hong endorses Crowley
https://www.wpr.org/news/wisconsin-democrats-preach-unity-hong-endorses-crowley
Published: August 12, 2026 21:11
In a year that has seen bruising primaries that split Democratic constituencies in Maine, Michigan and elsewhere, Wisconsin's Democrats made clear on the day after the primary was decided by a razor-thin margin that they don't intend to carry those…
State commission files misconduct complaint against Winnebago County judge
https://www.wpr.org/news/state-commission-files-misconduct-complaint-against-winnebago-county-judge
Published: August 12, 2026 19:54
The Wisconsin Judicial Commission says a circuit court judge in Winnebago County likely committed judicial misconduct in 2023. The post State commission files misconduct complaint against Winnebago County judge appeared first on WPR.
Primaries set up battle for control of Wisconsin Legislature
https://www.wpr.org/news/primaries-battle-control-wisconsin-legislature
Published: August 12, 2026 17:17
With Wisconsin's primary votes tallied, the final card has been set in the battle for the state Legislature. Marquette University Law School researcher John Johnson says it's the first time since 2011 that both Republicans and Democrats have a shot at…
My promise to August: Reflections on living in the moment
https://wisconsinlife.org/story/my-promise-to-august-reflections-on-living-in-the-moment/
Published: August 12, 2026 10:00
Wellness books and self-care social media accounts often stress the importance of “living in the moment.” But, what if you’re just not that into the current moment? How do you […] The post My promise to August: Reflections on living in the moment appeared…
In shocking comeback, David Crowley wins Democratic primary for governor
Published: August 12, 2026 06:10
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley has won the Democratic primary for governor, a shocking outcome for a candidate who briefly suspended his floundering campaign roughly a month ago. The post In shocking comeback, David Crowley wins Democratic…
Wisconsin congressional primaries set stage for November
https://www.wpr.org/news/wisconsin-congressional-primary-results-august-2026
Published: August 12, 2026 05:19
Tuesday's election saw primaries in seven out of eight Wisconsin congressional districts. Here are the results, along with who the winners will face in November. The post Wisconsin congressional primaries set stage for November appeared first on WPR.
Cooke victory in 3rd Congressional District Democratic primary sets up rematch
https://www.wpr.org/news/cooke-wins-3rd-congressional-district
Published: August 12, 2026 02:30
According to unofficial results, Cooke, a Democratic fundraising consultant and former small business owner, had 57 percent of the vote, while Eau Claire City Council President Emily Berge had 42.9 percent. The post Cooke victory in 3rd Congressional…
Duffy son-in-law Michael Alfonso wins bruising GOP primary in 7th Congressional District
Published: August 12, 2026 02:25
The Trump-endorsed son-in-law of U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy will be the Republican candidate in Wisconsin's 7th Congressional District. The post Duffy son-in-law Michael Alfonso wins bruising GOP primary in 7th Congressional District appeared…
Democrat Mitchell Berman will face GOP Rep. Bryan Steil in 1st Congressional District
Published: August 12, 2026 02:05
Mitchell Berman will attempt to unseat Republican U.S. Rep. Bryan Steil in an effort to flip Wisconsin’s 1st Congressional District. The post Democrat Mitchell Berman will face GOP Rep. Bryan Steil in 1st Congressional District appeared first on WPR.
With Donald Trump’s backing, Tom Tiffany coasts to GOP primary win
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Published: August 12, 2026 01:31
U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany easily won his primary over Andy Manske Tuesday night. The post With Donald Trump’s backing, Tom Tiffany coasts to GOP primary win appeared first on WPR.
2 new cases of measles confirmed in Wisconsin
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Published: August 11, 2026 22:45
State health officials have confirmed two new cases of measles among residents living in Iowa and Lafayette counties. The post 2 new cases of measles confirmed in Wisconsin appeared first on WPR.
Wisconsin has second-largest ‘brain drain’ in the country despite high education attainment
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Published: August 11, 2026 21:54
Losing college graduates affects the state’s workforce and economy in both urban and rural communities. One business leader said his organization thinks about brain drain “on a weekly basis.” The post Wisconsin has second-largest ‘brain drain’ in the…
State grant is helping Wisconsin farmers stock food pantries
https://www.wpr.org/news/state-grant-helping-wisconsin-farmers-stock-food-pantries
Published: August 11, 2026 20:47
Hunger Task Force program has helped Three Brothers Farm expand and deliver high quality eggs to people in need The post State grant is helping Wisconsin farmers stock food pantries appeared first on WPR.