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At Civic Media we believe that radio has an important role to play in supporting the community with quality local news and commentary. We focus on local, regional and state issues and current events that are most relevant to our listeners.
Madison police arrested at least seven people early Tuesday morning as officials moved to clear out an encampment at the site where a Madison police officer shot Corey Ruiz on July 22. An additional 10 people have been cited, according to a Madison police spokesperson. Read more below.
Madison clears encampment at police shooting site, arrests 7
A protest and memorial site started after a police shooting closed the busy intersection since July 22.
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The #Packers reported a $1 million operating loss. Mike Clemens explains what’s behind the number, and why it doesn’t mean the team is in trouble.
BREAKING: Mandela Barnes drops out of primary for Wisconsin governor. Read more below.
BREAKING: Mandela Barnes drops out of primary for Wisconsin governor
Former Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes announced he is suspending his campaign for governor Thursday in a video posted to social media, narrowing the field to four as state Rep. Francesca Hong has expanded her lead in polls.
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In a 2-1 decision, Wisconsin’s 2nd District Court of Appeals overturned a previous Dane County Circuit Court ruling that found Act 10, the controversial 2011 law that severely restricted the collective bargaining rights of most public employees, unconstitutional. Read more below.
Appeals court overturns ruling declaring Act 10 unconstitutional
In a 2-1 decision, Wisconsin’s 2nd District Court of Appeals overturned a previous Dane County Circuit Court ruling that found Act 10, the controversial 2011 law that severely restricted the collective bargaining rights of most public employees, unconstitutional.
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New Marquette Law School poll shows Hong ahead following shakeup in Democratic primary race. Read more below.
New Marquette Law School poll shows Hong ahead following shakeup in Democratic primary race
State Rep. Francesca Hong received a significant bump following the shakeup in the Democratic primary for governor, according to a Marquette Law School poll released Wednesday.
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Sauk County has run its own nursing home since 1871. Wisconsin has lost 65 nursing homes since 2015. At the STARS Town Hall, Judy Brey asked @keldaroys.bsky.social, @francescahong.bsky.social and Joel Brennan how they'd protect the county homes that remain. youtu.be/UsZb9WmNu8A
Who should own Wisconsin's nursing homes? Candidates for governor answer
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Life isn't fair, but in the summer in Wisconsin, fair is life. Enjoy This Is Wisconsin's visit to the Stoughton Fair, including an interview with a pig. @civicmedia.us
NLRB board certifies union election of St. Mary’s Hospital nurses in Madison. Read more below.
NLRB board certifies union election of St. Mary’s Hospital nurses in Madison
The union election of nurses at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison was certified Wednesday after a regional office of the National Labor Relations Board overruled the objections of the hospital’s parent company, SSM Health. On June 11, nurses at the hospital voted 89% to form a union.
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Madison officials identify Corey Ruiz as man police shot and killed. Read more below.
Madison officials identify Corey Ruiz as man police shot and killed
Police have not yet disclosed the names of the officer who fired shots, or of the other officers who tried to arrest Ruiz.
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Hundreds protest after police officer fatally shoots man on Madison's east side. Read more below.
Hundreds protest after police officer fatally shoots man on Madison’s east side
Police Chief John Patterson says the man produced a knife while officers were trying to arrest him.
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The upcoming Wisconsin midterms could shift the balance of power in the state Legislature, and the August primaries will determine which candidates voters want to see on the November general election ballot. Read more below.
Democrats aim to retake Wisconsin Legislature: races to watch in the primary
Control of the Legislature won’t be known until the Nov. 3 general election, but the primary could offer clues about who has momentum
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Today, a special investigation by This Is Wisconsin of our Southern border. With Illinois. @civicmedia.us
Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez, a Democratic candidate for governor, fired her campaign manager Sunday. The campaign said the person was terminated effective immediately following an internal review that found “serious mismanagement and inaccuracies”. Read more below.
Rodriguez fires campaign manager over finance filing issues
MADISON, Wis. (Civic Media) – Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez, a Democratic candidate for governor, fired her campaign manager Sunday after discovering problems with campaign finance filings, her campaign said. The campaign said the person was terminated effective immediately following an internal review that found “serious mismanagement and inaccuracies” in reports they prepared. Staff identified the […]
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WisEye is operating on a limited basis as it continues to raise funds and hold dialogue with legislators. Donor information is available on their website, but without state support, the network will cease operations. Read more below.
After two decades, WisEye in danger of shuttering its cameras
The network has raised $30 million in private support over the years, but the current weak fundraising environment has not produced sufficient revenue. The network is seeking legislature support.
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Crowley Ceases Campaign for WI GOV. Read more in comments. Does him dropping out change your candidate calculus?
Crowley Ceases Campaign for WI GOV
MILWAUKEE – (Civic Media) – Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley said Wednesday he is ending his campaign for Wisconsin governor, acknowledging he will not secure the Democratic nomination in the crowded primary. Crowley, who has led the county since 2020, said he will remain in office and shift his focus back to local leadership while […]
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Last month I stopped by Milwaukee's Juneteenth festival—the longest running one in the US!—to talk to folks about what Juneteenth means to them. @civicmedia.us
Thousands in Wisconsin may lose access to food and health benefits under new federal restrictions now being enforced. Community groups say they’re working to fill the gap, but resources are limited.
Wisconsin to cut FoodShare, Medicaid for thousands of refugees under new federal rules
Wisconsin will begin enforcing new federal eligibility rules that cut FoodShare and Medicaid for an estimated 7,200 refugees and other legally present immigrants.
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Ever had a Scrambler at Mickies Dairy Bar? Incredible value. Which is hard to find, as everything gets so expensive. I asked my fellow patrons at the world's best diner about what's working and what's not. @civicmedia.us
🚨 Rising gas prices are now forcing cuts to public services in Wisconsin. If prices rise another 50 cents, Milwaukee County might end up paying nearly $1 million more for fuel this year than anticipated, straining an already tight budget.
Iran war-driven fuel prices might force Milwaukee County service cuts
The war in Iran has raised fuel costs for Milwaukee County. Some departments may have to reduce services to cover the difference.
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Great news! Starting today at 6pm, The Gaily Show will begin airing on 92.7 FM WDMX in Madison, WI on @civicmedia.us! We look forward to getting to know all of our new listeners and diving more into queer and progressive news in Wisconsin! My DMs open for story ideas. On Signal: radioborealis.23
Gas. It's expensive. What do my fellow Kwik Trip customers think about that? And about the Iran war? @civicmedia.us
Should a small #Wisconsin town negotiate a #datacenter deal alone—part-time council members vs. a billion-dollar company's lawyers? Water, power & tax dollars are at stake. Sen. @keldaroys.bsky.social proposes a statewide negotiating team. Fair?
Missy Hughes, the former director of the WEDC, is endorsing Sara Rodriguez in the crowded Democratic field for governor after suspending her campaign Monday. https://civicmedia.us/news/2026/06/22/hughes-suspends-campaign-for-governor-endorses-rodriguez
Hughes suspends campaign for governor, endorses Rodriguez - Civic Media
Missy Hughes, the former director of the WEDC, announced Monday afternoon that she is suspending her campaign and endorsing Sara Rodriguez.
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Friends, a month from now, I’ll be releasing my book, THIS IS THE PLAN. Today, I’m delighted to announce something else: THIS IS WISCONSIN. 🧵
Back to Wisconsin! Join me in Milwaukee, WI, on Friday, July 24, 6:00 p.m. at the Turner Hall Ballroom with @civicmedia.us host Earl Ingram, Jr. RSVP today!👇 www.eventbrite.com/e/this-is-th...
This Is The Plan Book Tour: Milwaukee
Join Earl Ingram Jr. & Ben Wikler for a conversation about Ben's new book This Is The Plan: How To End America's Meltdown and Save Democracy
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On the evening of Sunday, July 26, I’ll get recombobulated in Eau Claire, WI, 6:30 p.m. at the Pablo Center with @civicmedia.us host @danshafer.bsky.social. Reserve your spot here!👇 www.eventbrite.com/e/this-is-th...
This Is The Plan Book Tour: Eau Claire
Join Dan Shafer & Ben Wikler for a conversation about Ben's new book This Is The Plan: How To End America's Meltdown and Save Democracy
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@charlieberens.bsky.social headlined a packed event in Eau Claire on data centers in Wisconsin, telling the crowd "it's not America's Dairyland, it's America's data land."
A new Marquette Law School poll found 80% of Wisconsinites said the Legislature should have passed a budget surplus bill that ultimately failed amid concerns about a future budget deficit. https://bit.ly/49V52Ym
Most Wisconsinites say they wanted failed surplus deal; analysts projected it would lead to deficit - Civic Media
A new Marquette Law School poll found 80% of Wisconsinites said the Legislature should have passed the budget surplus bill.
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The most contentious issues surrounded voting: Should judges be elected? Should women be allowed to vote? Should the voting age be lowered to 18 or raised to 25? Should Black people be allowed to vote? And so much more https://bit.ly/4nQUgbu
May 29, 1848: Wisconsin statehood required years of debate and two constitutional conventions - Civic Media
The most contentious issues surrounded voting: Should judges be elected? Should women be allowed to vote?
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