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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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Tariff refunds, Record severe storms in April, New James Patterson novel set in Wisconsin
20 April 2026

Tariff refunds, Record severe storms in April, New James Patterson novel set in Wisconsin

We hear from Wisconsin’s business community as the portal opens to request refunds for tariffs. Then, an emergency manager and meteorologist describe what goes into preparing for and responding to […]
ICE arrests on the rise, Gerrymandering special session, Friend psychology at the Children’s Museum
17 April 2026

ICE arrests on the rise, Gerrymandering special session, Friend psychology at the Children’s Museum

We dig into new data showing that more immigrants without criminal records are being arrested in Wisconsin. Then, Inside Wisconsin Politics looks at the legislature’s special session on gerrymandering. And, […]
Storm recovery, Proton therapy for cancer treatment, Youngest Marinette city alder
16 April 2026

Storm recovery, Proton therapy for cancer treatment, Youngest Marinette city alder

We hear from a county dealing with flooding after this week’s storms. Then, we learn about a new form of cancer treatment that could replace radiation therapy for some patients. […]
US Sen. Ron Johnson on Iran war, John Deere settlement, Bob Uecker documentary
15 April 2026

US Sen. Ron Johnson on Iran war, John Deere settlement, Bob Uecker documentary

U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson gives his perspective on the war in Iran and the partial government shutdown. Then, we hear about John Deere’s $99-million settlement of a class-action lawsuit over […]
Bucks and UW Athletics, Build-to-rent housing, Madison Symphony Orchestra director’s memoir
14 April 2026

Bucks and UW Athletics, Build-to-rent housing, Madison Symphony Orchestra director’s memoir

Two sports reporters discuss major departures from the Milwaukee Bucks and UW Athletics. Then, we learn about built-to-rent housing developments and why some are worried about efforts to restrict it. […]
GOP outlook, Postal service delays, Mississippi River Trail
13 April 2026

GOP outlook, Postal service delays, Mississippi River Trail

We discuss recent losses for the Wisconsin GOP and what it means for midterms. Then, we hear from a Wisconsin community being affected by a postal service delays. And, we […]
‘Sextortion’ bills, Supreme Court election, World’s Largest Trivia Contest
10 April 2026

‘Sextortion’ bills, Supreme Court election, World’s Largest Trivia Contest

We learn about new Wisconsin laws to protect children from sex extortion. Then, we review the results of Tuesday’s Supreme Court election with Inside Wisconsin Politics. And, we talk about […]
Rothman fired, Workers’ comp changes, Used instrument drive
09 April 2026

Rothman fired, Workers’ comp changes, Used instrument drive

We talk about what led to the firing of Jay Rothman, president of the Universities of Wisconsin. Then, we learn about changes to the state’s workers’ compensation system. And, we […]
State Supreme Court election, Organ donation challenges, Wisconsin film about death
08 April 2026

State Supreme Court election, Organ donation challenges, Wisconsin film about death

A veteran Wisconsin political reporter discusses the results of Tuesday’s Supreme Court election. Then, we hear about challenges in organ donation in the state. And, we talk to the Wisconsin […]
ICE arrests mosque president, HIV funding cuts, Outdoor learning
07 April 2026

ICE arrests mosque president, HIV funding cuts, Outdoor learning

We hear about the ICE arrest of the president of a Wisconsin mosque. Then, we learn about cuts to HIV safety net programs. And, we visit an outdoor classroom in […]