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With drone surveys already being adopted in parts of the U.S. and internationally to track species ranging from elephants to marine mammals, Amanda Griswold’s findings contribute to a growing body of knowledge about how aerial monitoring can support wildlife management on a broader scale.

The author of the book “Medicine River” discusses the traumatic history of Native children being forced to attend American boarding schools for over a century and the experiences of her own mother at one such school in northern Wisconsin.

For potential volunteers, the hub will simplify the entry process, creating a single point of connection with numerous nonprofits. Volunteers would complete just one application to become part of a volunteer pool, with access to personalized guidance to find opportunities best suited to their interests.

UW-Madison professor Susan Brantly said it was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to lend her expertise to authenticating the painting, called “Elimar.” She and others believes it’s the real deal, but the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam says no.

Astrophysicist Adam Frank is terrified for our future. He believes the climate crisis will wipe out much of humanity unless we take drastic steps to curb its impact. But he also says there’s an emerging scientific worldview that can help lead us out of this mess.

As winter fades and Wisconsin begins to thaw, the changing season brings renewal not only to the land but also to the human spirit. Writer Ron Weber explores how the […]

Aerobic fitness can help the body when working through a cancer diagnosis. And more and more studies show muscle strength plays a role, too.

We all grieve differently, often facilitating between these worlds of wanting to talk about our loved ones to wanting to be left alone in silence. Writer Yia Lor of Eau […]

“I miss Tomahawk. I love Tomahawk so much,” Barr told WPR. “But I truly could not have imagined where my life would lead me in terms of being an actor and being on this stage. I’m so excited about it.”

In a rare interview, Vernon talked with Wisconsin music reporter Justin Barney about his new record.