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It’s ‘life and death’: Wisconsin to extend Medicaid to those nearing release from prison

10 April 2026 at 22:20

A newly signed state law could extend some federal health care coverage to Wisconsinites in the months before they're released from jail or prison.

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New photobook showcases the ‘hidden gem’ of Milwaukee’s live music scene

10 April 2026 at 20:21

A new photobook from a longtime Milwaukee artist and photographer showcases years of pictures of live performances from a range of Milwaukee musicians. The photographer gives WPR’s “Wisconsin Today” insight into the music scene of Wisconsin’s largest city.

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Most American prairies are gone. These people are working to bring them back.

10 April 2026 at 19:30

From a field on an Illinois university campus, to rare, untouched land in Texas, here are some efforts to replant once-abundant prairie in the Midwest and Great Plains.

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Silent Book Clubs bring people together for reading and community

10 April 2026 at 16:07

The Silent Book Club movement kicked off in 2015 in California. According to the organization’s web site, there are more than 2,000 clubs around the world, including more than 30 in Wisconsin.

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$263M federal loan to help bring medical isotope manufacturing to Janesville

10 April 2026 at 10:00

A more than $200 million federal loan could help complete construction on a medical isotope manufacturing facility in Janesville that will eventually support about 150 full-time jobs.

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Wisconsin Department of Health Services releases $31M plan to combat opioid epidemic 

9 April 2026 at 22:17

The state Department of Health Services is planning to funnel over $30 million to programs and supplies to help combat the opioid epidemic across the state over the next two years. 

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UW regent calls fired president Rothman’s statements ‘deliberately one-sided’

9 April 2026 at 21:04

The Board of Regents voted unanimously to fire Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman on Tuesday evening following closed-door discussions.

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Wisconsinites voted on 75 school referendums Tuesday, most races decided by small margins

9 April 2026 at 19:15

More than 60 percent of school districts looking for additional local support from taxpayers won approval of ballot measures this week. But in an election that saw a landslide victory for the liberal-leaning candidate in the state Supreme Court race, many of the 75 school referendums on the ballot Tuesday were decided by close margins.

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Wisconsin is among at least 18 states cutting HIV safety net programs

9 April 2026 at 17:28

Wisconsin is among at least 18 states that have recently made cuts to its drug assistance program for people with HIV. An analyst with KFF breaks down the trend and a longtime HIV researcher in Milwaukee details local impact.

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‘Winter Hymns’ film showcases Wisconsin’s veteran and novice acting talent 

By: Joe Tarr
9 April 2026 at 17:15

“Winter Hymns” is a feature film about a palliative care doctor’s day as she meets with dying patients. Debuting at the Wisconsin Film Festival in April, its director and writer hopes the movie showcases the breadth of acting talent in the state

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WPR Music new album of the week: ‘Schumann Violin Concerto’

9 April 2026 at 11:22

When she was just 11 years old, Japanese-born American violinist Midori made a stunning debut concert with the New York Philharmonic. Since then, she’s released dozens of recordings, covering the […]

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Wisconsin’s Democratic governor contenders call for Medicaid expansion, public option

9 April 2026 at 10:00

While they share many of the same policy goals — expanding Medicaid, developing a public health insurance option and increasing rural access to health care — the seven contenders at the forum differed on approach.

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Liberals dominated Wisconsin’s Supreme Court race. Will it carry over to November?

9 April 2026 at 03:32

Liberal Justice-elect Chris Taylor's dominant victory continued two trends. Liberals can't seem to lose statewide judicial races. And the pendulum keeps swinging in their direction.

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Port Washington voters pass referendum fueled by concerns about data center project

8 April 2026 at 21:33

The lopsided outcome reflects broader unease in Wisconsin over the rapid expansion of data center developments, seen both in recent polling and in local opposition across the state.

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