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Early fundraising numbers suggest competitive Democratic primary for governor
Seven Democrats running for governor reported raising six-figure sums in the race’s first major fundraising reports, setting the stage for a crowded, competitive primary to start the election year.
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#1647 17 January 2026
When life feels heavy, world music has a way of lifting what words can’t. It carries joy, resilience, and spirit—rhythms that steady the heart, melodies that open…

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#1648 27 January 2026
This week on The Road to Higher Ground, we follow the sound across borders and generations—songs of courage, resilience, and shared humanity. Music that lifts the spirit… and…

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ICE presence in Wisconsin, Firetruck shortage, Poetry marathon
We hear about ICE action in Wisconsin communities. Then, we learn about how fire departments are responding to a fire truck shortage. And, we talk with a…

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Mining company wants to drill for copper and gold in northern Wisconsin, State gets big budget news
More drilling for copper and gold in northern Wisconsin could begin next month under a mining company’s plans. State revenue projections released yesterday are substantially higher than expected.…

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‘Go ahead, have a couple’: A cultural bar crawl through western Wisconsin
Writer Patti See of Lake Hallie takes us on a bar crawl to explore how Wisconsin’s humble taverns shaped our history and built community.









