Wisconsin Radio Network (WRN)

Wisconsin Radio Network (WRN) operates under Learfield News (www.learfieldnews.com) and is the largest news network within the organization. It delivers state news and sports coverage to over 70 affiliate radio stations across Wisconsin. With a dedicated team of 5 full-time reporters and numerous freelance contributors throughout the state, WRN ensures you stay informed about the latest developments. Additionally, WRN is part of a network of sister stations that includes Missourinet, Nebraska Radio Network, Radio Iowa, SportsTalk Radio Network, South Carolina Radio Network, and Brownfield.

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1 week ago | wrn.com | Raymond Neupert

Judge Dugan moves for dismissal of charges in ICE obstruction case (MILWAUKEE)Attorneys for the Milwaukee County judge charged with interfering with immigration agents say she is immune from prosecution. Attorney Dean Strang argues in a brief filed Thursday that Judge Hannah Dugan is protected by 400 years of legal precedent, and that a judge has absolute authority in her own courtroom.
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2 weeks ago | wrn.com | Raymond Neupert

Bill requiring K-12 child sexual abuse prevention programming advances (MADISON)At the Capitol, legislation requiring child sexual abuse prevention programming in Wisconsin K-12 schools advances. The bill was approved Wednesday by the Assembly Committee on Children and Families, where Appleton Democrat Lee Snodgrass noted it would not apply to private schools. She said it should include all children in the state of Wisconsin.
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3 weeks ago | wrn.com | Raymond Neupert

Childcare providers rally at Capitol (MADISON)Childcare educators from across Wisconsin rallied at the Capitol on Tuesday as part of a National “Day Without Child Care” and asking lawmakers to provide financial support. The average wage of a childcare worker in Wisconsin is just $13 an hour. Governor Tony Evers’ proposed $480 million childcare measure was among more than 600 items which Republicans on the Joint Finance Committee deleted from his proposed state budget last week.
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1 month ago | wrn.com | Raymond Neupert

Focus on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MADISON)Monday was National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls. At the Capitol, survivors and family members gathered to focus on the movement to end violence against Indigenous people.
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1 month ago | wrn.com | Raymond Neupert

JFC holds final public budget hearing (WAUSAU)The Legislature’s Joint Finance Committee held its last public budget hearing in Wausau on Tuesday. During a press conference by committee Republicans, vice-chair Senator Pat Testin of Stevens Point said more money is needed for road projects in northern Wisconsin. Committee Democrats held a press conference at Hsu’s (Soos) Ginseng farm prior to the hearing.
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1 month ago | wrn.com | Raymond Neupert

UW-Madison international students get their visas back (MADISON)Visa status is restored for UW Madison students and alumni. A total of 27 international students and alumni with visas through the federal Student Visitor and Exchange Program had their status terminated earlier this month. Campus officials report those individuals have been returned to active status as of Saturday, meaning they’re able to continue their studies or post-graduation training.
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1 month ago | wrn.com | Raymond Neupert

Reactions to arrest of Milwaukee County judge (MILWAUKEE)Local elected officials reacted to the Friday morning arrest of Milwaukee County Court Judge Hannah Dugan by federal agents. Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson said the arrest sends a chilling message to undocumented persons who nevertheless have legitimate reasons to participate in the legal process. Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley called the circumstances of Dugan’s arrest at the courthouse concerning.
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1 month ago | wrn.com | Raymond Neupert

Assembly Republicans approve changes to Unemployment Insurance (MADISON)Republicans in the Wisconsin Assembly voted this week to approve changes to Unemployment Insurance. If it passes the state Senate, the bill faces a likely veto from Democratic Governor Tony Evers. During Wednesday’s floor debate Kenosha Democrat Tip McGuire said the measure (AB 164) will make it harder for people who’ve lost work to get benefits they’ve already earned.
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1 month ago | wrn.com | Raymond Neupert

Bill would help recover Wisconsin service members Missing in Action (MADISON)Legislation that could help identify Wisconsin’s Missing in Action will be reintroduced this session. Tuesday was Veterans Day at the Capitol, and Jordan Tilleson with the Wisconsin VFW spoke about the importance of the University of Wisconsin Missing in Action Recovery and Identification Project, calling it important for MIA families and for the mental health of surviving veterans.
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1 month ago | wrn.com | Raymond Neupert

Evers and legislative leaders maneuver on tax cut and budget (MADISON)Tax and budget talks are getting off the ground at the Capitol. Democratic Governor Tony Evers said Tuesday that he’s had meetings with Republican legislative leaders and staff.