On "Here & Now," Darryl Morin on how federal expansion of immigration enforcement is impacting Wisconsin, leaders from Wisconsin's technical colleges speak out about federal financial aid cuts, Chris Taylor is challenging Rebecca Bradley in the Wisconsin Supreme Court election in 2026, Patrick Testin on allowing specialized nurses provide independent care in the state, and data center operations are drawn to Wisconsin due to abundant water resources for cooling. Plus, Jim Tuckwell and Kevin McDonell on work to expand affordable housing in Lac du Flambeau. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at:

https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-may-23-2025/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore discusses a 2025 federal budget bill advanced by Republicans, Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge Hannah Dugan pleaded not guilty over allegations she helped an undocumented immigrant, state Senator Kelda Roys discusses work on the budget by Republican lawmakers and Democratic positioning. Plus, Steven Potter covers how as Wisconsin schools struggle to pay for special education, parents are pushing for more funding. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at:

https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-may-16-2025/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul discusses why the state has joined lawsuits filed against the Trump administration, state Rep. Mark Born discusses the 2025 budget proposal by Tony Evers and Republican priorities, Wisconsin Public Media Interim Executive Director Jordan Siegler considers federal funding cuts to the CPB would affect PBS Wisconsin, and Erica Ayisi reports on advocates for missing and murdered Indigenous people. Plus, Aditi Debnath covers how mothers in rural Wisconsin are increasingly facing gaps in maternal health care coverage. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at:

https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-may-9-2025/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," U.S. Rep. Mark Pocan discusses the Trump administration's executive orders and arrest of a Milwaukee judge, Howard Schweber discusses fallout from the arrest of Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan. Plus, Murv Seymour covers how one Milwaukee mother learned about firearms safety and gained a boost in confidence. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at:

https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-may-2-2025/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany discusses the Trump administration's actions on tariffs, spending cuts and visas, Martin O'Malley discusses fundings cuts to Social Security staffing and frustration over delays, Zac Schultz reports on the 2025 NFL draft at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, and Michael Wagner discusses the termination of federal grants and consequences for researchers. Plus, Xia Lee describes risks of tick-borne diseases around Wisconsin and tips to avoid these pests. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at:

https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-april-25-2025/?seriesID=59921

Murv Seymour talks with author Christine Wenc in Spring Green about "Funny Because It's True," her book chronicling the history of "The Onion" from newspaper to multimedia American satirical standard.

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https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/in-focus-with-christine-wenc-americas-finest-satire-source/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," UW-Madison Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin discusses Trump administration moves to cut funding and revoke student visas, Will Hsu discusses retaliatory tariffs by China affecting his Wausau-based ginseng business, and Mike Totoraitis discusses efforts to remediate lead paint contamination in Milwaukee schools. Plus, Thanh Bui-Duquette discusses how defunding Head Start could affect child care in Wisconsin. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at:

https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-april-18-2025/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," Amanda Gennerman discusses the government revoking visas of international students in Wisconsin, Nathan Denzin covers why cleaning up lead paint and replacing pipes is one element in Wisconsin's 2025-27 budget, and Bobby Peterson discusses fears about Congress making cuts to Medicaid and effects on recipients. Plus, Linda Thomas-Greenfield discusses challenges and rewards of conducting international diplomacy. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at:

https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-april-11-2025/?seriesID=59921

"Here & Now" political panelists Bill McCoshen and Scot Ross discuss the outcome of the 2025 Wisconsin Supreme Court election, from the impact of Elon Musk to upcoming cases before the high court. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at:

https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/mccoshen-ross-the-significance-of-wisconsins-2025-vote/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," Zac Schultz reports on how Susan Crawford's win in 2025 secures a liberal majority on the Wisconsin Supreme Court, Ben Wikler discusses the state Supreme Court election and impacts on national politics, State Superintendent Jill Underly and Brittany Kinser shared thoughts on education in Wisconsin, voters in the Racine Unified School District passed a referendum, and Missy Hughes considers the Trump administration's reciprocal tariffs and retaliatory tariffs. Plus, Bill McCoshen and Scot Ross discuss the outcome of the state Supreme Court election. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at:

https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-april-4-2025/?seriesID=59921