
Ryan Burk
Reporter at Spectrum News 1 (Milwaukee, WI)
Reporter at Spectrum News 1. Frequently Tweeted topics include news, fish fries, and all things Wisconsin! Send any ideas my way at [email protected]
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1 week ago |
spectrumnews1.com | Ryan Burk
GREEN BAY, Wis. — As crews work tirelessly to build the stage for the 2025 NFL Draft in Green Bay, it serves as a reminder that the big event is drawing near. While most people are focused ahead local tourism leaders are also taking time to look back at the success Detroit had in hosting the event in 2024.
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spectrumnews1.com | Ryan Burk
MILWAUKEE — A unique program that helps Milwaukee kids grow into leaders is looking to hire ahead of the summer season. What You Need To KnowA unique program that helps Milwaukee kids grow into leaders is looking to hire ahead of the summer seasonPeak Initiative is looking to hire for the summerThey have posiitons in Milwaukee and BoscobelThe Peak Initiative offers summer programming for kids starting in elementary school and going through high school.
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spectrumnews1.com | Ryan Burk
This week on "In Focus," we explore the impact the Trump administration's new tariffs could have on Wisconsin farmers. We explore what tariffs could mean for agricultural products that are exported and the potential trickle-down effect tariffs could have on Wisconsin communities where agriculture is an important part of the economy. Jeff Hadachek is an assistant professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison's College of Agricultural and Life Sciences.
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2 weeks ago |
spectrumnews1.com | Ryan Burk
This week on “In Focus,” we explore the issue of cell phones in Wisconsin classrooms. As student technology use increases, so do concerns about the impact that access to smartphones has on classrooms. Dr. Megan Moreno leads the Social Media and Adolescent Health Research Team, or SMAHRT, at the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Department of Pediatrics. Moreno studies social media and its impact on teens.
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spectrumnews1.com | Ryan Burk
This week on “In Focus,” we explore the issue of cell phones in Wisconsin classrooms. As student technology use increases, so do concerns about the impact that access to smartphones has on classrooms. State Rep. Joel Kitchens, a Republican from Sturgeon Bay, is behind a bill that would ban cell phone use in Wisconsin classrooms. The state Assembly recently approved the bill. Kitchens joined Spectrum News 1 to discuss the bill, and his concerns about cell phone use in schools.
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When driving far for work I have a bad habit of acquiring desserts to take home. If I’m headed south it’s kringle, if it’s north it’s pie. The family doesn’t complain though! https://t.co/uJm7UJLuAY

Two weeks out from the NFL Draft, and construction is in full swing. The stage is looking good! https://t.co/Qnb1dpGoT0

One year ago today: The solar eclipse A fun throwback to 4/8/24--Fun to cover and fun that it was close to 70 degrees. A bit different than today. https://t.co/u1E6vY2qQA