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wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 15h
Madison education leaders have portrayed the 4K expansion as a win-win, @eringretzinger.bsky.social tells @fayeparks.bsky.social, citing Wisconsin’s steep child care costs and the ability to attract more families to the district.

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MMSD expands 4K program to meet rising child care needs - WORT-FM 89.9
Madison education leaders have portrayed the 4K expansion as a key part of their strategy to attract families to the district, Erin Gretzinger tells WORT.
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wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 16h
If Congress fails to extend the tax credits that help millions of Americans afford Obamacare, @pocan.house.gov warned today, Wisconsin families and small businesses will suffer.

@fayeparks.bsky.social has more.

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Amid shutdown, Wisconsin Dems emphasize a wobbling health care system - WORT-FM 89.9
If Congress fails to renew the Affordable Care Act tax credits, U.S. Rep. Pocan warned Wednesday, Wisconsin families and small businesses will suffer.
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wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 1d
The lawsuit risks replicating on the federal level a loophole in Wisconsin law that gives wealthy donors “an outsize voice in the political process,” @lawfwd.bsky.social’s Rachel Snyder tells @fayeparks.bsky.social.

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Law Forward, Russ Feingold weigh in on federal campaign finance lawsuit - WORT-FM 89.9
The lawsuit risks replicating on the federal level a loophole in Wisconsin law that allows wealthy donors to flood high-profile races with cash, Rachel Snyder says.
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wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 1d
According to its Democratic authors, a bill introduced today would expand Wisconsinites’ access to fertility care and attract more people to the state.

Reporter Whittaker Peters has more.

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Health insurers should cover fertility services, state Democrats say - WORT-FM 89.9
A bill introduced today would expand Wisconsinites' access to care and attract more people to the state, Senator Kelda Roys says.
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wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 1d
The full proposal @satyaformadison.bsky.social released today prioritizes homeless services, library access, and public safety funding.

Reporter Sofia Tanski has the details.

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Mayor Rhodes-Conway Unveils $452.5 Million Operating Budget Proposal - WORT-FM 89.9
The mayor's spending plan for next year prioritizes homeless services, library access, and public safety funding.
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wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 2d
After a spike during the pandemic, alcohol-induced deaths are down in Wisconsin. But our state’s rate is still well above the national average.

For more on the latest data, reporter Gabriel Gibbons sat down with Wisconsin Policy Forum’s Mark Sommerhauser.

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Wisconsin still sees more alcohol-induced deaths than national rate - WORT-FM 89.9
Wisconsin Policy Forum's Mark Sommerhauser joins WORT to outline the latest data.
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wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 2d
Several speakers at Thursday’s celebration noted the necessity and power of community during troubling times.

Reporter Maria Segura was there.

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Local officials celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month - WORT-FM 89.9
Several speakers Thursday noted the necessity and power of community during troubling times.
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wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 6d
A hiring freeze, temporary wage cuts, and voluntary unpaid leave are among the cost-saving measures in County Executive Melissa Agard’s 2026 spending plan.

@fayeparks.bsky.social has more.

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wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 7d
Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin’s pause on abortion services starts today. But a pair of bills state Democrats introduced this past week could help fill the gap, Rep. Lisa Subeck tells @fayeparks.bsky.social.

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Wisconsin Democrats seek to lift abortion restrictions - WORT-FM 89.9
Planned Parenthood WI’s pause on abortion services starts today. But a pair of bills introduced this past week could help fill the gap, Rep. Lisa Subeck tells WORT.
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wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 8d
Rutabaga’s owner Darren Bush joined @fayeparks.bsky.social this week to share his plans for the future - and some advice for small businesses that are struggling to compete with online retailers.

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Ahead of closure, Rutabaga Paddlesports owner reflects on shifting retail landscape - WORT-FM 89.9
In a marketplace that increasingly serves online retailers, Darren Bush says, small businesses can use their "knowledge and passion” to stand out from the crowd.
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wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 8d
The MMSD board meeting yesterday also platformed veteran teachers with concerns about the discrepancy between their experience and their pay.

Reporter Whittaker Peters has more.

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Madison Education Leaders Vote to Raise Their Own Pay - WORT-FM 89.9
Public comment was focused on teacher pay, with more than a dozen people speaking out against salary compression for veteran educators.
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wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 8d
Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway announced today an additional $320,000 for the Imagination Center in her latest preview of her 2026 operating budget proposal.

Reporter Sofia Tanski has the story.

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Imagination Center gets funding boost in mayor’s 2026 operating budget proposal - WORT-FM 89.9
Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway announced an additional $320,000 for the Imagination Center today in her latest preview of her 2026 operating budget proposal.
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wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 8d
Joining @fayeparks.bsky.social, @wisconsinexaminer.com’s Andrew Kennard shares what he learned about the proposed partnership in an interview last week with Palmyra’s interim police chief.

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ICE partnership comes with financial incentives, Palmyra police chief says - WORT-FM 89.9
The Wisconsin Examiner’s Andrew Kennard joins WORT to share what he learned about the proposed partnership after a recent interview with Palmyra’s interim police chief.
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wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 8d
Wisconsin leaders are joining the national movement to raise awareness about the challenges faced by those without personal vehicles and to highlight the value of public transit.

Reporter Gabriel Gibbons has more.

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Wisconsin Kicks Off A Week Without Driving - WORT-FM 89.9
The national movement seeks to raise awareness of the challenges faced by people without personal vehicles and to highlight the value of public transportation.
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wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 13d
A small crowd of people gathered at the campground yesterday, just days before it’s slated to close, to distribute aid and voice their frustration with the city.

Reporter Gabriel Gibbons was there and brings us this story with @fayeparks.bsky.social.

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Madison community rallies around Dairy Drive residents - WORT-FM 89.9
A small crowd of people gathered at the campground Wednesday evening, where they worked to distribute aid and voiced their frustration with the city.
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wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 14d
Dr. Stephanie Diem joins @fayeparks.bsky.social to outline the latest advances in fusion research and explain why support from the federal government is crucial to continue progress.

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UW-Madison professor urges Congress to back fusion research - WORT-FM 89.9
Dr. Stephanie Diem joins WORT to outline the latest advances in fusion research and explain why support from the federal government is crucial to continue progress.
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wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 14d
After weeks of dropping hints, Rep. Tiffany made the announcement Tuesday in a video highlighting his background as the son of a dairy farmer and accusing Democrats of letting the American dream slip away.

@fayeparks.bsky.social has more.

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Republican Congressman Tom Tiffany joins governor’s race - WORT-FM 89.9
Rep. Tiffany made the announcement Tuesday in a brief video after weeks of dropping hints about a possible run.
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wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 15d
Excessive use of fertilizer has led to widespread contamination in the state’s water wells, Clean Wisconsin’s Sara Walling tells @fayeparks.bsky.social, adding that the public health and economic impacts require more study.

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New study exposes the cost of nitrate contamination - WORT-FM 89.9
About 10% of Wisconsin’s private wells failed to meet safe drinking water standards, according to Clean Wisconsin and the Alliance for the Great Lakes.
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wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 15d
The package seeks to streamline housing development and lower costs for first-time buyers, Assembly Republicans said at a press conference this morning.

@fayeparks.bsky.social has the details.

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Assembly Republicans announce affordable housing agenda - WORT-FM 89.9
"Rising home prices, higher interest rates, and steep down payments have put the dream of owning a home out of reach for too many families," Rep. Dan Knodl said today.
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wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 16d
Speaking today at the construction site of the new men’s shelter on Bartillon Drive, @satyaformadison.bsky.social outlined her plans to up Madison’s investment in homeless services next year.

Reporter Gabriel Gibbons was there.

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Mayor Rhodes-Conway previews 2026 Operating Budget proposal - WORT-FM 89.9
Expanding Madison's investment in homeless services was among the budget priorities the mayor shared today.
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wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 16d
A federal judge denied earlier this month the plaintiffs’ request to delay enforcement of Wisconsin’s new law restricting the sale of e-cigarettes.

Joining @fayeparks.bsky.social again, lead counsel Eric Heyer explains the plaintiffs’ next steps.

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Legal challenge of Wisconsin’s new vape law continues despite setbacks - WORT-FM 89.9
If the law holds up in court, lead counsel for the plaintiffs Eric Heyer predicts, Wisconsin will see a dramatic rise in conventional cigarette sales.
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wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 20d
“I want our campaign to be rooted in care, in putting working class people first, and building working class power so we can get out of a system that doesn’t serve us,” @francescahongwi.bsky.social told reporter Maria Segura yesterday.

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Representative Francesca Hong joins Democratic primary for governor - WORT-FM 89.9
Speaking with WORT at her launch party Wednesday, Rep. Hong said her campaign is "putting working class people first."
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wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 20d
The commission has limited options to cover the budget gap, @liamberan.bsky.social tells @fayeparks.bsky.social, due to its structure and funding obligations.

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Madison’s Room Tax Commission prepares for 2027 deficit - WORT-FM 89.9
The commission's options are limited, Isthmus' Liam Beran tells WORT, due to its structure and funding obligations.
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wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 21d
Fiber artists, sheep farmers, and dog breeders flock to the Jefferson County Fair Park every September to showcase their crafts.

@saragabler.bsky.social brings us on a tour of this year’s Wisconsin Sheep and Wool Festival.

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From Sheep to Shawl: A Peek into the Wisconsin Sheep and Wool Festival - WORT-FM 89.9
Every September, thousands of knitters, crocheters, spinners, and weavers descend on the Jefferson County Fair Park to participate in the Wisconsin Sheep and Wool Festival. Those fiber artists are joi...
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wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 21d
The proposed jail communications contract is a thinly-veiled attempt to broaden surveillance powers and serve corporate interests, @tonemadison.bsky.social’s Dan Fitch tells @fayeparks.bsky.social.

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Tone Madison dissects unsuccessful campaign to ban physical mail at county jail - WORT-FM 89.9
The Smart Communications contract is a thinly-veiled attempt to broaden surveillance powers, citizen journalist Dan Fitch tells WORT.
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