In our weekly roundup of Wisconsin news, we look at two education stories: an anti-bullying campaign and elementary school closings. Then we hear about the Army Corps of Engineers’ latest forecast of record-high water levels for some of the Great Lakes. And we discuss the affordable housing crisis, and plans from some 2020 candidates to deal with it.
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State News Roundup – June 7, 2019
We get the details of a proposed ordinance in Wisconsin Rapids that could hold parents accountable in bullying incidents. We also hear why Antigo School District is deciding to close three of its elementary schools. Plus, a controversial plan by the Milwaukee County Executive to demolish an historic mansion.
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Great Lakes Reach Record High Water Levels This Year
The Army Corps of Engineers has released their latest Great Lakes water levels forecast, and they’re predicting several of the lakes will reach record highs in the next six months. We talk to a hydrology specialist from the Corps about the causes and possible mitigation of the high levels.
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A Look At How 2020 Candidates Want To Deal With Affordable Housing
Candidates running in 2020 are starting to talk about ways to deal with a lack of affordable housing in the US. We take a closer look at what’s driving rising housing prices, and some specific proposals to address it.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Dean Knetter Producer
- Tim Peterson Producer
- Rachael Vasquez Producer
- Jamie Rokus Guest
- Rob Mentzer Guest
- Daniel Bice Guest
- Keith Kompoltowicz Guest
- Andra Ghent Guest
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