(WORT) — UW-Madison student Colin Higgins was awarded a Rhodes Scholarship in November and will go on to the University of Oxford next semester to continue his research on the relationships between public policy and the environment. Reporter Cameron Bren spoke with Higgins about his Middleton upbringing, and the culmination of education, experience, and inspiration that led to his Rhodes Scholarship.
Week in Review
(WORT) — This week we cover the looming overhaul of the Wisconsin Civil Service System and the debate over a new bill targeting so-called “Sanctuary Cities.”
Madison Exploring Public Broadband Despite State Prohibition
(WORT) — A study to investigate providing high-speed public broadband in Madison is just getting underway. Mayor Paul Soglin is a supporter of creating a public internet utility that would provide equal access to broadband for all residents and says this feasibility study is the first step to making the plan a reality. Cameron Bren has this report.
Wisconsin Environmental Group Asks EPA to Enforce Clean Water Act
(WORT) — Midwest Environmental Activists say the authority and effectiveness of the DNR has been eroded over the years to such a degree that the agency is no longer capable of regulating water pollution. Cameron Bren reports.
Republicans Seek to Overturn UW’s Gun Ban
MADISON (WORT) — On Monday, Wisconsin Republicans introduced a bill that aims to prohibit the University of Wisconsin from creating gun-free zones. The bill’s authors say the measure would be […]
Walker's Health Care Plan Eliminates Pre-Existing Condition Prote...
MADISON (WORT) — On Tuesday, Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker introduced his plan to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act as part of his campaign for the Republican presidential nomination. Walker’s calling it the Day One Patient Freedom Plan.