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wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 22h

The change would make primaries more competitive, encourage bipartisan cooperation, and allow voters to cast their ballots based on policy rather than party, Voters First WI’s Tracy Hunter tells @fayeparks.bsky.social.

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Election reform advocates call for Final Five voting in Wisconsin - WORT-FM 89.9

The change would make primaries more competitive and allow voters to cast their ballots based on policy rather than party, Tracy Hunter says.

wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 23h

A resolution urging GHC to voluntarily recognize the union earned unanimous support from members of the cooperative at Monday’s special meeting.

@fayeparks.bsky.social and Labor Radio’s Carol Weidel have more.

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GHC members side with employees, support unionization - WORT-FM 89.9

A resolution urging the board to disclose how much GHC has paid an anti-union law firm also earned members' unanimous support.

wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 1d

Job options are shrinking for creatives in the video game industry, freelance reporter Sarah Eichstadt tells @fayeparks.bsky.social, and many developers are turning to AI to improve efficiency and cut costs.

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Video game developers turn to AI in post-pandemic lull, the Cap Times reports - WORT-FM 89.9

Job options are shrinking for creatives in the video game industry, Sarah Eichstadt says, and many developers are turning to AI to improve efficiency and cut costs.

wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 1d

The facility updates will prioritize sustainability and security, according to plans presented to the board Monday, and are expected to cost the average taxpayer less than originally projected.

Reporter Sofia Tanski has this update.

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16 Percent Property Tax Increase Expected As MMSD’s Facilities Referendum Projects Advance - WORT-FM 89.9

An architecture firm presented phase one of the new facility plan during a Madison school board meeting last night.

wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 1d

Party leaders traded barbs over policy priorities and scheduling in dueling press conferences this morning, ahead of the state Senate’s first floor session in over 90 days.

@fayeparks.bsky.social has more.

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State Senate holds first floor session since July - WORT-FM 89.9

“Republicans in this Legislature are barely showing up to work,” Sen. Dora Drake said Tuesday morning.

wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 2d

The rights of nature package spotlighted today would provide legal protections for the preservation of natural resources.

Reporter Gabriel Gibbons has more.

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Wisconsin Representatives advocate for the rights of nature on Indigenous Peoples’ Day - WORT-FM 89.9

The legislative package would provide legal protections for the preservation of natural resources.

wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 2d

If justices side with the lower court and dismiss the lawsuit, a property owners’ association in Menominee County won’t be able to enforce its restrictive covenants on tribal lands.

@fayeparks.bsky.social has the details.

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State Supreme Court considers boundaries of tribal sovereign immunity - WORT-FM 89.9

A property owners’ association in Menominee County won’t be able to enforce its restrictive covenants on tribal lands if justices dismiss the lawsuit.

wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 6d

One year after the headline-grabbing story in Stoughton, Margaret Shreiner of @wisconsinwatch.org tells @fayeparks.bsky.social, Wisconsin still has yet to strengthen the regulation of hemp-derived products.

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Famous Yeti’s Pizza THC incident points to regulatory gray area, Wisconsin Watch reports - WORT-FM 89.9

One year after the headline-grabbing story in Stoughton, Margaret Shreiner tells WORT, Wisconsin still has yet to strengthen the regulation of hemp-derived products.

wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 6d

The ambitious project seeks to maintain the causeway’s aging infrastructure and address safety concerns for cyclists and pedestrians.

@fayeparks.bsky.social has more on what to expect.

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John Nolen Drive reconstruction kicks off Monday - WORT-FM 89.9

The ambitious project seeks to maintain the causeway’s aging infrastructure and address safety concerns for cyclists and pedestrians.

wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 7d

Madison education leaders have portrayed the 4K expansion as a win-win, @eringretzinger.bsky.social tells @fayeparks.bsky.social, citing Wisconsin’s steep child care costs and the ability to attract more families to the district.

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MMSD expands 4K program to meet rising child care needs - WORT-FM 89.9

Madison education leaders have portrayed the 4K expansion as a key part of their strategy to attract families to the district, Erin Gretzinger tells WORT.

wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 7d

If Congress fails to extend the tax credits that help millions of Americans afford Obamacare, @pocan.house.gov warned today, Wisconsin families and small businesses will suffer.

@fayeparks.bsky.social has more.

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Amid shutdown, Wisconsin Dems emphasize a wobbling health care system - WORT-FM 89.9

If Congress fails to renew the Affordable Care Act tax credits, U.S. Rep. Pocan warned Wednesday, Wisconsin families and small businesses will suffer.

wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 8d

The lawsuit risks replicating on the federal level a loophole in Wisconsin law that gives wealthy donors “an outsize voice in the political process,” @lawfwd.bsky.social’s Rachel Snyder tells @fayeparks.bsky.social.

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Law Forward, Russ Feingold weigh in on federal campaign finance lawsuit - WORT-FM 89.9

The lawsuit risks replicating on the federal level a loophole in Wisconsin law that allows wealthy donors to flood high-profile races with cash, Rachel Snyder says.

wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 8d

According to its Democratic authors, a bill introduced today would expand Wisconsinites’ access to fertility care and attract more people to the state.

Reporter Whittaker Peters has more.

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Health insurers should cover fertility services, state Democrats say - WORT-FM 89.9

A bill introduced today would expand Wisconsinites' access to care and attract more people to the state, Senator Kelda Roys says.

wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 8d

The full proposal @satyaformadison.bsky.social released today prioritizes homeless services, library access, and public safety funding.

Reporter Sofia Tanski has the details.

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Mayor Rhodes-Conway Unveils $452.5 Million Operating Budget Proposal - WORT-FM 89.9

The mayor's spending plan for next year prioritizes homeless services, library access, and public safety funding.

wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 9d

After a spike during the pandemic, alcohol-induced deaths are down in Wisconsin. But our state’s rate is still well above the national average.

For more on the latest data, reporter Gabriel Gibbons sat down with Wisconsin Policy Forum’s Mark Sommerhauser.

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Wisconsin still sees more alcohol-induced deaths than national rate - WORT-FM 89.9

Wisconsin Policy Forum's Mark Sommerhauser joins WORT to outline the latest data.

wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 9d

Several speakers at Thursday’s celebration noted the necessity and power of community during troubling times.

Reporter Maria Segura was there.

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Local officials celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month - WORT-FM 89.9

Several speakers Thursday noted the necessity and power of community during troubling times.

wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 13d

A hiring freeze, temporary wage cuts, and voluntary unpaid leave are among the cost-saving measures in County Executive Melissa Agard’s 2026 spending plan.

@fayeparks.bsky.social has more.

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wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 14d

Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin’s pause on abortion services starts today. But a pair of bills state Democrats introduced this past week could help fill the gap, Rep. Lisa Subeck tells @fayeparks.bsky.social.

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Wisconsin Democrats seek to lift abortion restrictions - WORT-FM 89.9

Planned Parenthood WI’s pause on abortion services starts today. But a pair of bills introduced this past week could help fill the gap, Rep. Lisa Subeck tells WORT.

wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 15d

Rutabaga’s owner Darren Bush joined @fayeparks.bsky.social this week to share his plans for the future - and some advice for small businesses that are struggling to compete with online retailers.

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Ahead of closure, Rutabaga Paddlesports owner reflects on shifting retail landscape - WORT-FM 89.9

In a marketplace that increasingly serves online retailers, Darren Bush says, small businesses can use their "knowledge and passion” to stand out from the crowd.

wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 15d

The MMSD board meeting yesterday also platformed veteran teachers with concerns about the discrepancy between their experience and their pay.

Reporter Whittaker Peters has more.

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Madison Education Leaders Vote to Raise Their Own Pay - WORT-FM 89.9

Public comment was focused on teacher pay, with more than a dozen people speaking out against salary compression for veteran educators.

wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 15d

Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway announced today an additional $320,000 for the Imagination Center in her latest preview of her 2026 operating budget proposal.

Reporter Sofia Tanski has the story.

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Imagination Center gets funding boost in mayor’s 2026 operating budget proposal - WORT-FM 89.9

Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway announced an additional $320,000 for the Imagination Center today in her latest preview of her 2026 operating budget proposal.

wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 16d

Joining @fayeparks.bsky.social, @wisconsinexaminer.com’s Andrew Kennard shares what he learned about the proposed partnership in an interview last week with Palmyra’s interim police chief.

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ICE partnership comes with financial incentives, Palmyra police chief says - WORT-FM 89.9

The Wisconsin Examiner’s Andrew Kennard joins WORT to share what he learned about the proposed partnership after a recent interview with Palmyra’s interim police chief.

wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 16d

Wisconsin leaders are joining the national movement to raise awareness about the challenges faced by those without personal vehicles and to highlight the value of public transit.

Reporter Gabriel Gibbons has more.

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Wisconsin Kicks Off A Week Without Driving - WORT-FM 89.9

The national movement seeks to raise awareness of the challenges faced by people without personal vehicles and to highlight the value of public transportation.

wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 20d

A small crowd of people gathered at the campground yesterday, just days before it’s slated to close, to distribute aid and voice their frustration with the city.

Reporter Gabriel Gibbons was there and brings us this story with @fayeparks.bsky.social.

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Madison community rallies around Dairy Drive residents - WORT-FM 89.9

A small crowd of people gathered at the campground Wednesday evening, where they worked to distribute aid and voiced their frustration with the city.

wortnews.bsky.social @wortnews.bsky.social · 21d

Dr. Stephanie Diem joins @fayeparks.bsky.social to outline the latest advances in fusion research and explain why support from the federal government is crucial to continue progress.

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UW-Madison professor urges Congress to back fusion research - WORT-FM 89.9

Dr. Stephanie Diem joins WORT to outline the latest advances in fusion research and explain why support from the federal government is crucial to continue progress.