WHWC-FM (Menomonie, WI)

WHWC (FM) is a radio station based in Menomonie, Wisconsin, catering to the Eau Claire community. It is affiliated with Wisconsin Public Radio (WPR) and features the "Ideas Network," which includes a mix of news and talk shows. Additionally, WHWC provides local news and programming produced from the Wisconsin Public Broadcasting regional hub located in Eau Claire.

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Citing budget concerns, WPR lays off staff, cuts programs

1 week ago | wpr.org | Anya van Wagtendonk

Amid ongoing budget shortages and facing potential federal funding cuts, Wisconsin Public Radio has notified at least 15 staff members that they will be laid off.
Women's group overcomes years of challenges to develop new swim pond in rural Wisconsin village

1 week ago | wpr.org | Courtney Everett

Marsha Crooks fondly remembers spending her childhood summer days at the McKellar Park Pool in the village of Blanchardville. "It was a place to see your friends in the summer, for high school kids to have jobs, for our fire and EMS to have dive training," Crooks told WPR's " Wisconsin Today." "Many of us learned how to swim [there], myself included."For six years, the community has gone without this summer gathering spot.
Time is running out for Wisconsin homeowners to make use of home energy tax credits

1 week ago | wpr.org | Danielle Kaeding

The clock is ticking for Wisconsin homeowners who want to take advantage of tax credits for clean energy and home energy efficiency as Republicans in Congress seek to phase out those incentives. The most recent federal data shows more than 73,000 families in Wisconsin have taken advantage of the tax credits. However, those incentives would disappear as soon as the end of this year under the House budget bill and six months after a bill is passed in the Senate version introduced this week.
'I have a sense of peace:' Thousands gather to celebrate Juneteenth in Milwaukee

1 week ago | wpr.org | Evan Casey

Vanessa Davis has lived in Milwaukee her entire lif, but has never been to the city's annual Juneteenth celebration. This year, she decided to change that. "I have a sense of peace and a sense of calmness and just a sense of community," Davis said while standing near the end of the parade route with her daughter and best friend at her side.
Wisconsin lawmakers consider Capitol security needs after Minnesota assassinations

1 week ago | wpr.org | Anya van Wagtendonk

In the hours after a man shot two Minnesota lawmakers in their homes on Saturday, Wisconsin's legislative leaders issued a rare joint statement. Assembly Speaker Robin Vos, R-Rochester, and Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu, R-Oostburg, were joined by Assembly Minority Leader Greta Neubauer, D-Racine, and Senate Minority Leader Dianne Hesselbein, D-Middleton, in condemning political violence after reports that the shootings were a politically targeted assassination and assassination attempt.
UW-Milwaukee chancellor says he's 'puzzled' by GOP lawmakers' stance on higher education

1 week ago | wpr.org | Corrinne Hess

When Mark Mone was named chancellor of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in 2014, he talked about wanting to create partnerships with the city's other educational institutions and area businesses. Over the last 11 years, Mone followed through on that promise. Under his leadership, UWM has been instrumental in creating M-cubed, a partnership with Milwaukee Public Schools and Milwaukee Area Technical College to move high school seniors into college.
Federal vaccine committee overhaul is a 'radical change,' says former committee chair

1 week ago | wpr.org | Beatrice Lawrence

Last week, U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. removed all 17 members of the agency's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices from their positions. The former chair of the committee says it's an alarming change from how the committee normally functions.
Research pinpoints type of blue-green algae that may produce toxins in Lake Superior estuary

1 week ago | wpr.org | Danielle Kaeding

Researchers have identified a species of blue-green algae in the Duluth-Superior harbor that's capable of producing harmful algal blooms, which may lead to better monitoring. Cyanobacteria, or blue-green algae, can produce toxins that make people and animals sick. The blooms in water often look like pea soup or green and blue paint.
State Senate passes bill creating new felony charges for rioters, making it easier to sue for property damage

1 week ago | wpr.org | Rich Kremer

The Wisconsin Senate approved legislation Wednesday to create new felony charges for people who organize, or cause injuries during a riot, while also making it easier to sue those who cause property damage during those events. GOP supporters say stronger penalties are needed amid an increase in "violent riots" since 2020. Democratic opponents say it will chill free speech. The bill was introduced by Sen.
Wisconsin gig workers could become independent contractors under bill headed to governor's desk

1 week ago | wpr.org | Anya van Wagtendonk

Lawmakers in both chambers of the Wisconsin Legislature approved a bill Wednesday that would formally classify gig drivers for transit apps - such as delivery drivers and rideshare operators - as independent contractors, rather than employees.