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Homelessness has been increasing statewide, according to the annual PIT count conducted by volunteers. But these counts struggle to accurately capture the homeless population, especially in rural areas.

Biathlon Masters athlete and coach Gregg Pattison of Neenah told WPR’s “Wisconsin Today” he hopes events like this can help grow the sport further and help the U.S. succeed on the international stage.

On Jan. 28, the EPA sent letters to Solar for All recipients telling them their grants had been paused until further notice.

Superior Days is an annual gathering in Madison of officials, business leaders, students and other civic activists from Superior, Ashland and neighboring communities to lobby and bring awareness of the region to state government leaders.

The ongoing freeze on federal funding for overseas food aid and on-farm conservation projects has created uncertainty for Wisconsin farmers and ag groups preparing for this year’s growing season.

Levi Stein wants to train 1,000 people in Wisconsin by World Suicide Prevention Day on Sept. 10. 

Beyond its role in forensic investigations, the center will also facilitate tissue donation services, filling a critical gap in northern Wisconsin.

WPR interviewed each of the candidates. The top two will advance to a general election on April 1.

Clean energy advocates say solar projects are an essential part of the transition away from fossil fuels. But some critics of the projects say local communities don’t get a say in where they go up.

WPR’s “Wisconsin Today” spoke with two Wisconsin mental health care professionals who are embracing artificial intelligence while, they say, keeping ethics and patient safety at top of mind.