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Noon Wednesday: What Is Wisconsin's Right-To-Farm Law?

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Wisconsin has a law on its books that limits nuisance lawsuits against farmers. But as farms expand in size, the conflict with their neighbors grow as well. WisContext associate editor Will Cushman discusses the state's "right-to-farm" law and debates over how to regulate growing farms.

What Will The 2020 Democratic National Convention Mean For Milwaukee?

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As the presidential campaign heats up, the city of Milwaukee looks ahead to the 2020 Democratic National Convention, to be held in July. DNC host committee finance chair Alex Lasry discusses what the event means for the state and its anticipated economic impacts.

Series: CAFOs, Manure And Water

A Battle In Burnett County Over A Proposed Hog CAFO

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Marisa Wojcik

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A proposed CAFO in Burnett County is receiving pushback from local residents who say the large farm could have adverse effects on their community. WisContext associate editor Will Cushman discusses how the state of Wisconsin monitors and regulates odors emanating from CAFOs.

Series: Extreme Precipitation And Wisconsin's Climate

The Role Of Wetlands As Wisconsin Deals With More Flooding

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Rob Ferrett

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As Wisconsin braces for climate change and a future with more flooding, a conservationist discusses the role that wetlands can play.

Series: Milwaukee Gun Violence

Series: Trauma-Informed Care In Wisconsin

Recovering From The Impacts Of Non-Fatal Shootings

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Zac Schultz

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Tyrese Mosbey was shot in the head at a bus stop after school, and the teenager and his family have struggled through the recovery process. Milwaukee Office of Violence Prevention Director Reggie Moore discusses the trauma of non-fatal shootings and their impacts on the community.

The Evers Pardon Advisory Board, Explained

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Gov. Tony Evers has signed his first four pardons, the first granted in Wisconsin since 2010. The state Pardon Advisory Board member and former Madison police chief Noble Wray discusses how the group makes recommendations about pardons to the governor's office.

Series: Challenges To Wisconsin's Rural Schools

Slump In Wisconsin School Enrollment Continues

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Rob Ferrett

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A years-long slump in Wisconsin school enrollment is continuing. Sarah Kemp, a researcher with the University of Wisconsin Applied Population Lab explains why — and in which types of school districts — these drops are happening.

Series: Challenges To Wisconsin's Rural Schools

Noon Wednesday: Where's The Internet Disconnect?

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Marisa Wojcik

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About one in six households across Wisconsin lack an internet connection, creating digital inequities that impact students and communities as a whole. Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction broadband consultant Bill Herman discusses these gaps and where schools are finding solutions.

Wild Rice Harvest Tradition Passed Down To Youth

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Danielle Kaeding

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Members of the Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa made a trek to Pacwawong Lake in northern Wisconsin to pass on the tradition of harvest wild rice, or manoomin, to tribal youth.

Series: The Dairy State Economy

Series: Wisconsin Ag And Global Trade

Series: CAFOs, Manure And Water

'The Big Get Bigger And The Small Go Out': The Economic State Of Farming

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Frederica Freyberg

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Facing low commodity prices, trade uncertainties and challenging weather, Wisconsin's farmers are struggling on multiple fronts. U.S. and state agriculture secretaries Sonny Perdue and Brad Pfaff share their perspectives on the state of small dairy farms and the industry as a whole.