We look at how a temporary wage increase for some prison staffers has impacted correctional facilities around the state. Then, an industry analyst explains why she thinks minivans, which have seen low sales in recent years, could make a comeback.
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Prisons With Hourly Wage Increase See Improvements; Conditions Worsen At Others
Earlier this year, the Evers administration instituted a temporary wage increase at 6 prisons in the state with severe staffing shortages. Some of those prisons have seen big improvements — but problems at other facilities have gotten worse.
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Is The Minivan Dead?
Last year, minivan sales hit their lowest level in over 30 years. But industry officials are holding out hope that the vehicle will become popular again as millennials start to have children. We talk to the editor of a trade publication who says they could make a comeback.
Episode Credits
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Colleen Leahy Producer
- Laura Pavin Producer
- Lee Rayburn Technical Director
- Patrick Marley Guest
- Jamie Page Deaton Guest
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