Here & Now for October 17, 2025

On "Here & Now," Pediatrician Dr. Dipesh Navsaria considers impacts of food assistance on nutrition and mental health of children, Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities Executive Director Beth Swedeen considers impacts of the U.S. Department of Education cuts on special education, and Green Bay Mayor Eric Genrich describes lowering barriers to owning a home by leasing land to reduce mortgages. Plus, End Domestic Abuse Wisconsin Executive Director Monique Minkens discusses Wisconsin's record number of domestic violence-related homicides. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-october-17-2025/?seriesID=59921