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Wisconsin Today: Morning News

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.

Podcast · By Wisconsin Public Radio · American English · Official site

Indexed episodes, last 90 days
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Sep 30, 2026
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  1. Episode · Sep 30, 2026

    Invasive carp advancing, Other states take action on gas taxes (opens the original)

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    A billion dollar project to keep invasive carp out of the Great Lakes has faced repeated delays. A surge in data center construction here in Wisconsin has led to a construction hiring boom. And, as gas prices surge, other states are taking action to lower fuel taxes. But not Wisconsin.

  2. Episode · Sep 24, 2026

    GOP group spends big in Wisconsin, FBI probes Enbridge fires (opens the original)

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    A new dark money group supporting Republicans is dominating spending in Wisconsin's elections. Federal investigators are examining the cause of fires that may have targeted Enbridge. And, Milwaukee students will get tutoring, mentorship and college tours as part of a new academic program.

  3. Episode · Sep 23, 2026

    Hemp ban looms, Tractor ballet showcases art (opens the original)

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    The deadline for the federal ban on most hemp products is just months away. That's unless advocates convince lawmakers to make a change. Southeastern Wisconsin is seeing its largest outbreak of a disease that is fatal for deer. And, Wisconsin's "Hay Rake Ballet" is a synchronized dance designed for tractors.

  4. Episode · Sep 22, 2026

    AI-powered training for education students, Baldwin wants VA probe (opens the original)

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    A university in Wisconsin is using A-I and virtual reality to help teachers in training get hands-on experience. A state senator is calling for an investigation after the arrest of a former nurse at the Tomah VA. And, we meet a seventh-generation farmer using virtual fencing.

  5. Episode · Sep 21, 2026

    Tiffany’s fraud plan, Rising costs affecting local government (opens the original)

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    As governor, Republican Congressman Tom Tiffany would launch state fraud investigations similar to those being led by the Trump administration. Rising costs on asphalt, diesel fuel and construction are putting pressure on local government budgets. And, we hear about a controversy over an AI generated art exhibit in Madison.

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