‘Spill Law’ case, ‘Building the Black City,’ Fisharama returns

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The entrance to the Wisconsin Supreme Court chambers is seen in the state Capitol in Madison, Wis. March 14, 2024. (Todd Richmond/AP Photo)

An environmental law expert explains the implications of the ‘Spill Law’ case being heard by the Wisconsin Supreme Court. Then, we talk to the author of the new book, “Building the Black City.” Plus, we learn about the return of an ice fishing event in northern Wisconsin.

Featured in this Episode

  • Wis. Supreme Court hears 'Spill Law' case

    This week the Wisconsin Supreme Court heard oral arguments in a case involving the state’s nearly 50-year-old “Spill Law,” where companies are required to clean up and notify the Department of Natural Resources when hazardous substances are spilled or discharged.

  • 'Building the Black City'

    A new book explores the history of Black Americans building cities within cities, including Milwaukee. We talk with the author of “Building the Black City: The Transformation of American Life.”

  • A Ukrainian refugee’s journey to Wisconsin

    The Winnebago Area Literacy Council in Oshkosh helps immigrants and refugees learn English and adjust to life in the U.S. Producer Colleen Leahy talks to one of those students about her story.

  • Fisharama returns to northern Wisconsin

    Ice fishers in Douglas County are getting ready for the 58th annual Fisharama on Amnicon Lake, after having to cancel the event in 2023 and 2024. We talk to two Fisharama organizers about the event.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Kate Archer Kent Host
  • Dave Strifling Guest
  • Joe William Trotter Guest
  • Kathy Lisdahl Guest
  • Judy Peterson Guest
  • Mackenzie Krumme Producer
  • Colleen Leahy Producer
  • Beatrice Lawrence Producer
  • Tyler Ditter Technical Director
  • Dean Knetter Executive Producer
  • Tim Peterson Managing Producer