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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New federal requirements would affect 'the whole health care economy'

1 day ago | wpr.org | Beatrice Lawrence

Wisconsin's Medicaid director says new work requirements in the federal budget bill House Republicans passed last month could extend beyond those who use the Medicaid or FoodShare programs. In Wisconsin, almost 1.3 million children and adults are enrolled in Medicaid, and more than 700,000 receive FoodShare. The new legislation expands work requirements for both programs.
Wisconsin elections chair says US DOJ is mistaken over threat to withhold federal funds

1 day ago | wpr.org | Sarah Lehr

The chair of Wisconsin's Election Commission says the U.S. Department of Justice is mistaken after federal officials accused the state agency of breaking a federal election law. In a letter this week, the U.S. Department of Justice said the Wisconsin Elections Commission is violating the federal Help America Vote Act. That law requires states to set up their own procedures, so that voters can file complaints about potential violations of HAVA, the letter says.
Ben Wikler hints at book project after tenure leading Wisconsin Democratic Party

1 day ago | wpr.org | Anya van Wagtendonk

Ben Wikler, the outgoing chair of the Wisconsin Democratic Party, hinted at what might be in his future Thursday, after months of speculation about why he was leaving an organization he's widely credited with transforming. At a lunchtime event in Madison hosted by WisPolitics, Wikler said he's hoping to write a book that will offer lessons from Wisconsin to Democrats across the nation. "I want to try to tell the story of what we've done here and how it's made a difference," he said.
Clinical psychologist explains how ADHD drugs work, addresses unscientific harm concerns

1 day ago | wpr.org | Trevor Hook

A recent report from the White House claims there are proven harms associated with over treating children with medications for depression or attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, also known as ADHD. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s "Make America Healthy Again" report blames ultra-processed foods, environmental chemicals, lack of physical activity, chronic stress and excessive use of prescription drugs as culprits for chronic diseases in children.
UW-Parkside is merging its 4 academic colleges into a single college, saving administrative costs

2 days ago | wpr.org | Corrinne Hess

Facing an uncertain financial future, the University of Wisconsin-Parkside is merging its four academic colleges into a single college led by one leadership team. By combining into one school the existing College of Arts and Humanities; College of Business, Economics, and Computing; College of Natural and Health Science; and College of Social Sciences and Professional Studies, UW-Parkside will have one vice provost and one dean for the faculty.
Wisconsin GOP lawmakers float bill to reauthorize the stewardship program

2 days ago | wpr.org | Danielle Kaeding

A Republican lawmaker who has said Wisconsin's land purchase program is on "life support" is floating a bill to keep it going for four more years. But it would provide less funding and require legislation for costly acquisitions under a new program. The bill brought by Rep. Tony Kurtz, R-Wonewoc, and Sen. Patrick Testin, R-Stevens Point, comes as GOP legislative leaders have cast doubt on the future of the state's Knowles-Nelson Stewardship program.
Luke Prokop is the first openly gay player under contract in the NHL. And he's the grand marshal at the Milwaukee Pride Parade.

2 days ago | wpr.org | Evan Casey

When Luke Prokop was in the sixth grade, he was asked what he wanted to be when he grew up. His response? A player in the National Hockey League. "It was a goal of mine ever since I was really little," Prokop said. He's still chasing that dream now as a defenseman with the Milwaukee Admirals, the American Hockey League affiliate of the Nashville Predators. And he's already making history off the ice. In 2021, he became the first openly gay player under contract with an NHL team.
Democratic bills in Wisconsin would withhold payments to federal government, protect state data

3 days ago | wpr.org | Anya van Wagtendonk

Wisconsin Democrats on Wednesday announced legislation aimed at proactively responding to measures out of Washington that they say will hurt Wisconsinites, including potential changes to federal funding for state programs. The package of bills stand little chance of moving forward in a Republican-held Legislature, but Rep. Renuka Mayadev, D-Madison, said the four bills are meant to send a message from the minority party.
Southern Wisconsin is seeing some of the worst air quality nationwide Wednesday

3 days ago | wpr.org | Danielle Kaeding |Corrinne Hess

Southern Wisconsin has been seeing some of the worst air quality in the nation Wednesday as smoke from Canadian wildfires continues to blanket much of the state. Milwaukee, Kenosha and Ozaukee counties all had "unhealthy" air quality ratings during the afternoon. Milwaukee resident Katie Kreutzmann first noticed a change in the air quality Tuesday. It started with how clearly she could see the buildings in the city's downtown, and then by how difficult it was to breathe.
Wisconsin shop teachers overhaul curriculums, encourage students to consider trades

3 days ago | wpr.org | Beatrice Lawrence

Technical education teachers at Wisconsin high schools are transforming shop class - and encouraging more students to consider careers in the trades. Right now, Americans are questioning the value of higher education, especially with the rising cost of education and burden of student debt. According to a 2024 survey from the Pew Research Center, only 22 percent of U.S. adults say the cost of a four-year college degree today is worth it, even if someone has to take out loans.