Joe Tarr

We look at how Republicans and Democrats are trying to develop a compromise on PFAS regulations. Then, two Wisconsin business owners explain how the chaotic changes on tariffs are affecting them. And, we learn about a class that helps seniors write about ... See more

Almost 50 years ago, John Jackl and his wife Mary were looking to move out of the Milwaukee area to the country. They settled on an old farm in Phelps, in far northern Wisconsin, where they could raise their children and horses. At first, they took whatev... See more

We talk to Assembly Speaker Robin Vos about his upcoming retirement and goals for the remainder of his term. Then, we look at ways to protect pedestrians in Wisconsin. And, an author explains the inspiration behind his debut middle-grade novel, “Mythspeak... See more

We learn how a new influx of federal grant money is helping local officials respond to lead pollution in Milwaukee. Then, a population geographer makes the case that immigration could be the answer to Wisconsin’s demographic decline. Plus, how to help the... See more

First, two Wisconsin political scientists respond to Pres. Trump’s State of the Union address. Then, a look at why Wisconsin winters are getting shorter and milder with the state climatologist. Plus, how queer theater groups around the state are bringing ... See more