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Did you catch @SJohnsonWPR on @UpFirst today talking about the high stakes of #Wisconsin’s Supreme Court race? podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas…

Trump's Arraignment, Indictment and Politics, Wisconsin Supreme Court Race

Podcast Episode · Up First from NPR · April 4, 2023 · NPR Podcasts+ Only · 13m

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Trump has arrived at the Manhattan Criminal Court, where he'll be processed and arraigned. Follow NPR's live coverage: n.pr/40E890n
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A steady stream of voters showed up this morning in Madison. Emily Sperka told me she voted for #SCOWIS candidate Janet Protasiewicz. "Knowing where people stand is important to me," she said. @WPR
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How many women are in the Wisconsin Legislature? When was the first woman elected? @twiceanya went through archives, crunched numbers and sorted through historical photos to bring you a story about political milestones. wpr.org/how-many-women-are-i…

A century ago, 3 women blazed a path in the Wisconsin Legislature

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The first women were elected to the state Legislature in 1924. There have been more firsts for women holding office while other milestones have yet to be achieved. Today women hold a record 41 of the Legislature’s 132 seats.wpr.org/how-many-women-are-i… Photos courtesy of @WisHistory
A photo of Mildred Barber, third on the left, is seen in an edition of the "Wisconsin Blue Book." All the other photos on the page are photos of men. Barber was among the first three women elected to the state Legislature in 1924. Barber, Helen Thompson and Hellen Brooks were the first three women to serve in the Wisconsin Assembly.

ALT A photo of Mildred Barber, third on the left, is seen in an edition of the "Wisconsin Blue Book." All the other photos on the page are photos of men. Barber was among the first three women elected to the state Legislature in 1924. Barber, Helen Thompson and Hellen Brooks were the first three women to serve in the Wisconsin Assembly.

Campaign materials for Dottie Baguhn, who ran for state Assembly from Marathon County. The text, in part, reads "And speaking of children, mine and yours both, can there be any greater 'reasons' of a concerned mother for wanting to speak out and do something to make this a better society for them? I think not!!"

ALT Campaign materials for Dottie Baguhn, who ran for state Assembly from Marathon County. The text, in part, reads "And speaking of children, mine and yours both, can there be any greater 'reasons' of a concerned mother for wanting to speak out and do something to make this a better society for them? I think not!!"

A campaign flyer for Marcia Coggs, the first Black woman elected to the Wisconsin state Legislature in 1977.

ALT A campaign flyer for Marcia Coggs, the first Black woman elected to the Wisconsin state Legislature in 1977.

Campaign materials for Dottie Baguhn, who ran for state Assembly from Marathon County. The text, in part, reads "Why a woman? Why not? What's so fantastic about the job our assemblymen have done in Madison to date?"

ALT Campaign materials for Dottie Baguhn, who ran for state Assembly from Marathon County. The text, in part, reads "Why a woman? Why not? What's so fantastic about the job our assemblymen have done in Madison to date?"

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The Biden administration has approved a massive new oil drilling project in Alaska, over the objections of environmental advocates. It comes a day after the administration said it was blocking or limiting drilling elsewhere in the state. n.pr/401v1WD
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Ever see railcars parked on tracks for what seems like months and months? Mary Kay Lovejoy has. She asked us why that may be. All aboard for this (brief) economics lesson. 🛤️ wpr.org/why-are-railcars-par…
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👋@centraltimewpr is answering WHYsconsin Qs about Wisconsin railroads. Share your takes! - What do you want to know about the history of trains? - What do you like about using trails converted from railroads? - What do you find interesting about railroad history? Drop it below⤵️
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Where in Milwaukee can you see jazz or blues performed? Even if you’re a fairly music-savvy Milwaukeean, don’t feel bad if a list of clubs doesn’t trip off your tongue, writes @KertscherNews. 🎺 🎶 🎷 wpr.org/where-can-you-hear-j…

Where can you hear jazz and blues music in Milwaukee?

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It's #ElectionDay in #Wisconsin. You have until 8 p.m. today to vote at the polls or turn in your AV ballot. Along with the crucial Supreme Court primary, you may have local candidates to vote for, too. @WPR wpr.org/wisconsin-supreme-co…
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Watch Live: President Biden is addressing the public about U.S. military shooting down unidentified aerial objects. n.pr/3YCKMD4
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A procession of police vehicles honored Milwaukee police officer Peter Jerving during his funeral. Jerving was shot and killed in the line of duty last week. wpr.org/funeral-milwaukee-po… @ecaseymedia @WPR
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Hundreds of law enforcement vehicles are lined up on Barker Road in Brookfield, headed to the burial site for fallen Milwaukee Police Officer Peter Jerving. Jerving’s funeral was this afternoon. I’ve seen vehicles from every portion of the state. – at Brookfield, WI
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Hi Twitter fam. #WHYsconsin wants you to know that we can also be found on the @WPR @Facebook and @Instagram pages, online at wpr.org/WHYsconsin, on @Reddit. Please consider a follow! 📷 instagram.com/wisconsinpubli… 🖥️ reddit.com/user/WHYsconsin. 📱 facebook.com/wisconsinpublic…
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Pres. Joe Biden spoke this afternoon in DeForest, Wisconsin the day after his State of the Union address. He was greeted by @GovEvers and other Wisconsin elected officials. wpr.org/president-joe-biden-… @WPR
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President Joe Biden landed at the Truax Field this morning in Madison, Wisconsin. He’s expected to deliver remarks today and tout his legislative accomplishments. Took a selfie with Gov. Evers, Madison Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway
President Joe Biden walking from Air Force One on the ground in Madison, Wisconsin. Staffers, press, supporters and local law enforcement also here.

ALT President Joe Biden walking from Air Force One on the ground in Madison, Wisconsin. Staffers, press, supporters and local law enforcement also here.

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The flag is at half-staff at Milwaukee Police Department District Station 4, the location where the officer who died this morning following a shootout with a robbery suspect worked.
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WHYsconsin wants to thank everyone who has shared their questions and experiences with us over the years. What you've shared has inspired great journalism, including @wearehearken award-winning stories. Thank you! We can't do this work without you.
Award for WHYsconsin from Hearken for reporting on laws that would impact trans youth

ALT Award for WHYsconsin from Hearken for reporting on laws that would impact trans youth

Awards for WHYsconsin from Hearken for COVID series and story on sundown towns

ALT Awards for WHYsconsin from Hearken for COVID series and story on sundown towns

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Join @TTBOOK’s @shannonkleiber and EHRP’s @lisquart on 2/9 for a discussion about our podcast and the connections between vulnerable people in the news, reporters telling their stories, and audiences seeking honest, respectful coverage. Free & online: wpr.org/going-broke-live-onl…
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Dozens of state agencies oversee issues such as transportation, public health, unemployment and job creation. What do you wonder about these agencies and how they work? WHYsconsin and @SarahGLehr want to find answers to your questions. Share them below. modules.wearehearken.com/wpr…

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