Wisconsin
Friday, July 18, 2025
Eau Claire resident ‘terrified’ of Medicaid cuts, federal changes
An Eau Claire resident is speaking out about how federal cuts to Medicaid and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program could affect his life and …
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
Green Bay collaborations help restore wildlife, wetlands
An effort to restore Northern pike habitat in Green Bay is also benefiting other wildlife species and raising local awareness about the effects of cli…
Monday, July 14, 2025
WI nonprofit uncertain how Medicaid cuts will affect clients with disabilities
A Wisconsin nonprofit serving people with disabilities is waiting to hear if federal changes to Medicaid will affect their clients and caregivers…
Federal impacts to ag conservation in WI 'complex'
Wisconsin's agriculture industry could see both wins and losses under the new federal budget. Climate change isn't a priority for the Trump …
Former WI mayor: Potential Medicare cuts would worsen aging crisis
A former Wisconsin mayor said the new federal budget will only worsen the current aging crisis families like hers have already been facing. Analysis …
WI solar project invests in rural youth, community
A 100-megawatt solar project in rural Polk County set to begin operating this year has a unique focus on investments in youth. Developers said the …
WI communities grapple to make up for fresh food grant cuts
By Olivia Herken for the Wisconsin Independent.Broadcast version by Judith Ruiz-Branch for Wisconsin News Connection reporting for the Wisconsin Indep…
WI group empowers women to restore prairies, pollinators
June is National Pollinator Month and a local agricultural group which aims to empower women in conservation is bringing awareness to how prairie rest…
AARP grant funds help enhance WI communities
Eight Wisconsin cities, including four rural communities, will receive improvements to help make their communities more livable. Eleven grantees …
WI farmer education collab helps save money, environment
A joint effort is helping Wisconsin farmers protect water quality in their communities by learning more about how to prevent manure and fertilizer spi…
8-mile manure spill in Monroe County kills hundreds of fish
By Nina B. Elkadi for Sentient.Broadcast version by Judith Ruiz-Branch for Wisconsin News Connection reporting for the Sentient-Public News Service …
WI leads nation in racial disparities, but ranks high in child well-being report
A national report found Wisconsin continues to lead the nation in racial disparities affecting children's well-being across the state. Wisconsin …