Beatrice Lawrence is a content producer for “Wisconsin Today” on WPR News. She produces digital and broadcast content about news, ongoing issues and community stories throughout the state.
Beatrice graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a degree in journalism in 2022. She has been at WPR since 2023, when she became a producer on “Central Time,” WPR’s daily afternoon news, talk and features show. In 2024, she joined a team of producers and hosts to create “Wisconsin Today.”
One of the most active and effective combat units in the Pacific Theater during World War II had origins right here in the state of Wisconsin.
Last week, a conference in northcentral Wisconsin brought together Indigenous entrepreneurs, tribal leaders and other industry professionals to discuss the state of economic development and housing in Wisconsin’s indigenous communities.
Author Mindy Quigley calls cozy mysteries a “vacation for the mind,” which makes the fictional Geneva Bay the perfect setting. Elements of Wisconsin culture are sprinkled throughout her latest novel.
The DNR says the new rule would allow it to better respond to changes in Lake Superior’s fish populations.
In the months leading up to the November election, campaign ads for the presidential and senate races have dominated Wisconsin’s airwaves. In recent weeks, ads for Republican candidates have shifted towards targeting the rights of transgender people.
Since 1992, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has facilitated the Wisconsin Deer Hunt For Hunters With Disabilities, with help from local organizations. Some hunters told WPR what the event means to them.
Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry wanted to start its own child care facility. As many child care providers in Wisconsin have found, it’s a challenge.
Starting in 2022, Guardian Caps were mandated for NFL players in certain positions during pre-season practices. So far, no players on the Green Bay Packers have opted to wear the helmets in regular season games.
This year’s Wisconsin Summit for Natural Resources Volunteers will be a part of an ongoing collaboration between the Ho-Chunk Nation and the Wisconsin Master Naturalist program.
A survey of some Wisconsin social studies teachers found that 42 percent of them have had administrators, school board members or community members lodge complaints or restrict them from being able to teach about their content area.
