Here & Now

On "Here & Now," ACLU of Illinois Attorney Sam Cole on ICE's arrest of Salah Sarsour despite carrying a green card and his recent release, Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities policy analyst Tami Jackson on higher working requirements for Medicaid taking effect in January, and Chief Communications Officer for Destination Door County Jon Jarosh on what it means for seasonal employers to have fewer temporary visa workers. Plus, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel columnist James Causey on the impact of Giannis Antetokounmpo leaving the Milwaukee Bucks. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-june-26-2026/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," Tammy Baldwin and Ron Johnson spoke on the announced peace talks to end the Iran war, Iranians in Wisconsin discuss the Iranian government, Wisconsin Policy Forum President Jason Stein discusses a $50 million dollar deficit in one year in the Milwaukee County budget, and candidates running for governor made their appeals at the annual party conventions. Plus, Erica Ayisi covers how the Ho-Chunk Nation will receive 165 acres in a land transfer funded by Dane County. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-june-19-2026/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," Tammy Baldwin and Ron Johnson discussed the war in Iran and effects on fuel and fertilizer costs, retired hydrologist Jeff Lamont considers terms of a settlement to address PFAS contamination in the Marinette area, Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority CEO Elmer Moore, Jr. discussed nearly $50 million in tax credits to build affordable rental units, and Wisconsin Department of Health Services State Health Officer Paula Tran discusses findings of the 2025 State Health Assessment for Wisconsin. Plus, UW-Madison educational policy professor Taylor Odle considers what the Universities of Wisconsin increasing tuition means for the state. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-june-12-2026/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," President Donald Trump visited Chippewa County to promote his agricultural policies, Wisconsin Elections Commission Chair Don Millis discusses a FBI probe into the 2020 vote and a proposed new mail-in ballot rule, and Steven Potter reports on how rural school districts face decisions over closing facilities or shutting down altogether. Plus, Wisconsin Early Childhood Association Director of Policy and Research Paula Drew discusses anticipated impacts of the expiration of Child Care Bridge Payments. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-june-5-2026/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," Marquette Law School Poll Director Charles Franklin discusses voter support for a bipartisan spending bill that was defeated, Zac Schultz interviews candidates in the 2026 race for governor on shared revenue to local government, Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development economist Scott Hodek considers shifts in the job market and impacts of artificial intelligence, and a federal court heard a state of Wisconsin lawsuit over tribal fishing limits on 19 lakes. Plus, University of Wisconsin Law School State Democracy Research Initiative attorney Bryna Godar explains a lawsuit against county sheriffs over the status of 48-hour ICE detainers. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-may-29-2026/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore discusses a deluge of issues facing the nation, U.S. Rep. Derrick Van Orden spoke on goals heading into the midterm elections, and Bayfield County Board of Supervisors Chair Jan Lee discusses opposition among local officials to the Apostle Islands as a national park. Plus, Murv Seymour reports on Mansfield Hall, a dorm and community that supports neurodiverse college students. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-may-22-2026/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," a bipartisan vote blocked a plan to boost school funds and send checks to taxpayers, state Rep. Tony Kurtz discusses negotiations for that bipartisan budget surplus deal, Inside Wisconsin Politics discusses the Legislature voting down the plan, Wisconsin Technical College System President Layla Merrifield discusses how the deal would have provided aid to tech colleges, and Gundersen Medical Foundation researcher Dr. Arick Sabin describes Lyme disease cases with warmer weather extending the deer tick season. And in memoriam, Jon Miskowski, emeritus director of television for PBS Wisconsin, has passed away at 65. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-may-15-2026/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin discusses negotiations on ceasefires amid hostilities in the Strait of Hormuz, La Crosse County District Attorney Tim Gruenke discusses an investigation of the Ridglan Farms dog breeding and research business, and Erica Ayisi reports on advocates and family gathering at a rally to honor missing and murdered Indigenous women. Plus, Murv Seymour interviews The Center for Black Excellence and Culture founder and CEO Alex Gee about opening a facility to celebrate African American communities. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-may-8-2026/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," Zac Schultz interviews candidates in the 2026 race for governor on political violence and their personal safety, Inside Wisconsin Politics discusses why so many Democrats are running in 2026 primaries, Citizens Utility Board Executive Director Tom Content discusses an electricity rate plan to shield customers from data center costs, and two animal rights groups announce a deal to buy nearly 1,500 beagles from Ridglan Farms. Plus, UW-Madison Center for Psychedelic Research professor Paul Hutson details how psilocybin is used in clinical settings to treat mental health issues. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-may-1-2026/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," Steven Potter covers how residents who live near the Wolf River are dealing with the aftermath of historic floods, Wisconsin Initiative on Climate Change Impacts co-director Steve Vavrus describes a growing level of extreme weather and actions to safeguard against risks, Wonderstate Coffee CEO TJ Semanchin discusses how tariffs have affected his business and a system to apply for refunds, and Wisconsin is suing prediction markets for serving as platforms for illegal sports betting. Plus, Zac Schultz talks to candidates in the 2026 race for governor on the high cost and limited supply of housing. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-april-24-2026/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," National Weather Service Green Bay meteorologist Kurt Kotenberg on extreme weather events seen on the eastern side of the state this week, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson on the ongoing war with Iran and how he sees this war ending, and UW-Madison PhD student Tahereh Rahimi shares her experience of living in Iran during war. Plus, Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Chairwoman Liz Arbuckle on asking a judge to review permits for the Enbridge Line 5 pipeline reroute. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-april-17-2026/?seriesID=59921

Murv Seymour talks with "Lead Between the Rhymes" curators Greg Doby and Menkhu Ara Maat at the Wisconsin Historical Society about the legacy of hip-hop in the state and impacts on music and culture. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/in-focus-with-greg-doby-and-menkhu-ara-maat-hip-hop-history/?seriesID=59921

"Here & Now" political panelists Bill McCoshen and Scot Ross discuss a landslide vote in the 2026 Wisconsin Supreme Court race and what it means for state and federal races going into fall elections. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/mccoshen-ross-on-political-fortunes-in-2026-election-cycle/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," U.S. Rep. Mark Pocan on President Donald Trump's threats to Iran and an ensuing ceasefire, Zac Schultz covers how Justice-elect Chris Taylor's win ensures liberal control of the state Supreme Court for several years, Gov. Tony Evers signed an online sports betting bill and UW regents voted to fire Jay Rothman, and Schutz reports on polls showing a close race in the 2026 Democratic primary for governor. Plus, Bill McCoshen and Scot Ross on the state Supreme Court race and what it means for fall. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-april-10-2026/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," Wisconsin Elections Commission Chair Ann Jacobs discusses an order to create a national voter list and restrict mail-in ballots, Inside Wisconsin Politics discusses an executive order calling for a national voter list, UW-La Crosse political science professor Anthony Chergosky analyzes the importance of a debate between Maria Lazar and Chris Taylor, and Zac Schultz reports on partisan efforts in the 2026 race for Wisconsin Supreme Court. Plus, Steven Potter covers how communities in Wisconsin create intergenerational care programs for adults and children. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-april-3-2026/?seriesID=59921

Murv Seymour talks with teacher, life coach and author Dr. Tamika L. Johnson at Vibe Milwaukee about her book "Teaching Through Trauma" and lessons on loss of life, angry parents and food insecurity. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/in-focus-with-dr-tamika-l-johnson-traumas-teachers-endure/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," Inside Wisconsin Politics on the 2026 state Supreme Court race and voter awareness, Zac Schultz interviews candidates in Wisconsin's 2026 Supreme Court race on how they consider recusal, and Green Bay Mayor Eric Genrich on why the city itemizes private school voucher costs on property tax bills. Plus, State Town Board Chairperson William Casey Crump on the town of Stella remediating PFAS-contaminated water supplies. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-march-27-2026/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," Wisconsin Farmers Union President Darin Von Ruden on how rising prices of fuel and fertilizer are affecting the planting season, Zac Schultz talks with Judge Maria Lazar and Judge Chris Taylor on the decision that overturned a law that banned abortions, as well as candidates in the 2026 race for governor on how the state regulates abortion, and Wisconsin Deputy State Public Defender Bridget Krause on the public defender's office staff shortage and a criminal case backlog. Plus, Inside Wisconsin Politics on the state Senate wrapping up its 2026 session. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-march-20-2026/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," Steven Potter reports on Iranians living in Wisconsin sharing their perspectives as U.S. airstrikes continue, Superior Mayor Jim Paine discusses more than $1 billion in funds for reconstruction of the Blatnik Bridge, Zac Schultz asks Maria Lazar and Chris Taylor about the 4-3 decision to reject "Trump v. Biden" in 2020, as well as candidates in the 2026 race for governor about state laws that regulate mining. Plus, Erica Ayisi covers how Ukwakhwa uses Indigenous foods to support local communities in the Oneida Nation. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-march-13-2026/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin and U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson on launching strikes on Iran and the powers of Congress in waging war. Plus, Zac Schultz reports on GreenLight Metals conducting exploratory drilling to assess copper in the Bend Deposit. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-march-6-2026/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," Sauk Prairie School District Superintendent Jeff Wright discusses how referendums for education funding are causing property taxes to rise, Zac Schultz covers what candidates in the 2026 race for governor say about a plan to overhaul the corrections system, and Marquette Law School Poll Director Charles Franklin describes polling on 2026 candidates for Wisconsin Supreme Court and governor. Plus, Murv Seymour reports on students struggling to learn mathematics as educators emphasize numeracy in daily life. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-february-26-2026/?seriesID=59921

Marquette Law School Poll Director Charles Franklin describes results of polling voters about the 2026 candidates for Wisconsin Supreme Court and governor along with high-profile issues in the state. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/charles-franklin-on-an-early-2026-poll-of-wisconsin-voters/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," PBS Wisconsin senior political reporter Zac Schultz discusses Assembly Speaker Robin Vos announcing he will not run for another term, Tony Evers and Devin LeMahieu speak to K-12 school funding and property taxes, Community Immigration Law Center Board President and attorney Grant Sovern considers changes to the immigration system and for people applying for citizenship, Zac Schultz reports on what candidates in the 2026 race for governor say about regulating the development of data centers, a judge rejected a challenge by the Bad River Band's to permits for rerouting Line 5, and Erica Ayisi covers how ancient canoes are inspiring collaboration to preserve Indigenous history. Plus, civil rights leader and presidential candidate Rev. Jesse Jackson died at 84 years old. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-february-20-2026/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," U.S. Rep. Scott Fitzgerald Scott Fitzgerald discusses debate in Congress on law enforcement de-escalation rules and funding, and Wisconsin Court of Appeals Judge Chris Taylor discusses her perspectives on the law and the politics of judicial elections. Plus, Chairwoman Nicole Boyd of the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa delivers the 2026 State of the Tribes Address. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-february-13-2026/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore discusses debate in Congress over funding the Department of Homeland Security funding, and Wisconsin Court of Appeals Judge Maria Lazar discusses her perspectives on the law and the politics of judicial elections. Plus, Steven Potter reports on debates over energy-intensive data centers that are a backbone for tech business. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-february-6-2026/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," Wisconsin Democratic U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin and Republican U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson responded to Homeland Security funding given actions in Minneapolis, UW-Madison political science professor emeritus Howard Schweber considers the killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti and the Bill of Rights, Erica Ayisi reports on how immigration raids and protests are weighing upon communities in western Wisconsin, and Zac Schultz talks to Maria Lazar and Chris Taylor on the role of courts concerning Homeland Security actions. Plus, candidates in the 2026 race for governor on public school funding and choice vouchers. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-january-30-2026/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," Latino Forward National President Darryl Morin discusses potential for federal agents to conduct immigration raids in Wisconsin, the National Weather Service issues an Extreme Cold Warnings, and Zac Schultz interviews UW-Madison Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin and Athletic Director Chris McIntosh about the performance of Wisconsin Badgers football. Plus, candidates in Wisconsin's 2026 race for governor describe working across the aisle. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-january-23-2026/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," U.S. Senators Ron Johnson and Tammy Baldwin discuss ACA tax credits and federal actions in Minnesota and Venezuela, and Gov. Tony Evers has set a list of priorities for his final year in office. Plus, Zac Schultz talks to candidates in Wisconsin's 2026 race for governor about what policies they would pursue first. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-january-16-2026/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin and Ron Johnson on an ICE agent who shot and killed a woman in Minneapolis, Speaker Robin Vos and state Rep. Greta Neubauer discuss what policies their caucuses are prioritizing going into 2026, Wisconsin State Public Defenders Office attorney Eileen Fredericks considers concerns in youth prisons after an incident in Racine County, and Elijah Pines reports on businesses selling legal THC products that are considering next steps as federal law changes. Plus, a rally at the Wisconsin State Capitol urged lawmakers to pass Cole's Act. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-january-9-2026/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," WisconsinEye CEO Jon Henkes considers a funding shortfall causing WisconsinEye to go offline and future options. Plus, former Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes, former WEDC CEO Missy Hughes, state Rep Francesca Hong, D-Madison, and former state Dept. of Administration Sec. Joel Brennan discuss running for Wisconsin governor in 2026 and politics of the race. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-december-19-2025/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley and state Sen. Kelda Roys, D-Madison, discuss running for Wisconsin governor in 2026 and politics of the race, and Dr. Ryan Westergaard explains continuing guidance to vaccinate newborns for hepatitis B. Plus, Steven Potter reports on family and therapists who are increasing efforts to offer help to farmers facing despair. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-december-12-2025/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany, R-7th Congressional District, and Washington County Executive Josh Schoemann discuss running for Wisconsin governor in 2026 and politics of the race, and UW-Madison political science professor and Elections Research Center director Barry Burden explains two lawsuits that seek to redraw Wisconsin's congressional district maps. Plus, Murv Seymore covers researchers and volunteers who examined where and how racial covenants shaped Milwaukee County. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-december-5-2025/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," Zac Schultz reports on shifts in the state government's balance of power, Steven Potter covers Milwaukee Public Schools cleaning up lead contamination, and Murv Seymour covers how a community with PFAS contamination is seeking support. Plus, Erica Ayisi covers how the Tribal Education Promise at UW-Madison addresses a history of coercion. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-november-28-2025/?seriesID=59921

Marquette Law School Poll Director Charles Franklin discusses findings in national polling about perspectives of voters on how President Donald Trump has handled documents related to Jeffrey Epstein. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/charles-franklin-on-polling-voters-about-the-epstein-files/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," Wisconsin Policy Forum researcher Mark Sommerhauser describes the legal status of online sports betting in the state, Wisconsin School of Business risk management and insurance professor Justin Sydnor explains why the costs of Health Insurance Marketplace plans continue rising, and Marquette Law School Poll Director Charles Franklin discusses approval ratings for President Donald Trump as the midterms begin. Plus, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources deer specialist Jeff Pritzl considers prospects for Wisconsin's 2025 gun deer hunt and population management. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-november-21-2025/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wisconsin, explained why most Democrats held out during the 2025 government shutdown, U.S. Rep. Scott Fitzgerald, R-5th Congressional District, discusses the funding deal that ended the 2025 federal government shutdown, Wisconsin Department of Administration Assistant Deputy Secretary Diana Maas discusses the Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program's federal funds being delayed, and state Sen. Jodi Habush Sinykin, D-Whitefish Bay, describes a bill to regulate water and energy use by data centers. Plus, Erica Ayisi reports on a Catholic order that sold a plot on Trout Lake to the Lac du Flambeau as a land back action. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-november-14-2025/?seriesID=59921

Murv Seymour talks with Wisconsin Veterans Museum Director Chris Kolakowski at PBS Wisconsin about artifacts and landmarks that celebrate and tell stories of Wisconsinites who served in the military. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/in-focus-with-chris-kolakowski-honoring-wisconsin-veterans/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," The River Food Pantry Executive Director Rhonda Adams details how grocery prices and SNAP confusion are raising demand at food pantries, Southwestern Wisconsin Community Action Program Head Start Director Tawny Hardyman describes how the federal government shutdown is causing early learning programs to halt, state Sen. Jesse James, R-Thorp, discusses a bill that would make the act of grooming a child a felony in Wisconsin, and In Focus with Murv Seymour talks to Chris Kolakowski about the Wisconsin Veterans Museum. Plus, The Fond du Lac Band of the Lake Superior Chippewa practiced a culturally prescribed burn. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-november-7-2025/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," Steven Potter covers how a plan to close or repurpose Wisconsin Department of Corrections prisons is advancing, Gov. Tony Evers promises collaboration on prison restructuring and state Sen. Mary Felzkowski discusses Republican lawmakers wanting a larger role Plus, Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation President Brad Olson considers tariffs, soybeans and beef markets, health insurance and the next Farm Bill, and Feeding Wisconsin Executive Director Jackie Anderson describes effects on food banks as grocery prices rise and SNAP funding is cut. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-october-31-2025/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," U.S. Rep. Glenn Grothman and U.S. Rep. Mark Pocan discuss the federal government shutdown and political stances of Republicans and Democrats, respectively, and UW-Madison Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin describes a program to support dialogue amid free speech concerns on campus. Plus, Murv Seymour reports on how residents of a lake community with PFAS contamination are seeking support from the state. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-october-25-2025/?seriesID=59921

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

On "Here & Now," U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin discusses the federal government shutdown and Affordable Care Act tax credits, Wisconsin Elections Commission member Don Millis discusses a court order to verify citizenship of Wisconsin voters by a 2026 election, and Bill McCoshen and Scot Ross consider candidates who are — and aren't — running for governor. Plus, Clean Wisconsin program director Chelsea Chandler describes approval of new large-scale wind and solar projects in Wisconsin. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-october-10-2025/?seriesID=59921

"Here & Now" political panelists Bill McCoshen and Scot Ross discuss the emerging field of Republican and Democratic candidates who have — and haven't — announced 2026 runs for governor of Wisconsin. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/mccoshen-ross-wisconsins-2026-gubernatorial-landscape/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson discusses the federal government shutdown and his proposed Eliminate Shutdowns Act, Zac Schultz covers how Wisconsin soybean farmers are enjoying a bumper crop but are in the middle of a trade war, Roseholm-Wolfe Dairy owner John Rosenow discusses reliance of dairy farms on immigrant labor and the prospect of raids, and Missy Hughes and Maria Lazar announce 2026 runs for governor and Wisconsin Supreme Court. Plus, Medical College of Wisconsin professor and clinical psychologist Sydney Timmer-Murillo considers how mass shootings and assassinations affect mental health. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-october-3-2025/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," FBI and ICE conducted a joint raid in Manitowoc County and arrested 21 people, State Rep. Scott Krug discusses a set of Wisconsin election policy proposals on counting of ballots and drop boxes, Tom Tiffany and Brett Hulsey announced their candidacies in the 2026 gubernatorial race, UW-Madison College of Engineering professor Line Roald describes electricity needs of data centers and effects on Wisconsin's energy grid, Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin will pause scheduling abortion appointments on Oct. 1, and Waisman Center Autism and Developmental Disabilities Clinic Director Lily Wagner considers Trump administration warnings about acetaminophen and autism treatment. Plus, Erica Ayisi reports on how WOJB in Hayward faces financial challenges after defunding of public media. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-september-26-2025/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," state epidemiologist Dr. Ryan Westergaard described an order requiring insurance to cover access to COVID-19 vaccine, Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Chairman Robert Blanchard discusses challenges to permits for a reroute of the Enbridge Line 5 pipeline and Enbridge Director of Tribal Engagement U.S. Jennifer Smith describes Enbridge's plans to reroute its line around tribal lands, the U.S. Department of Education announced tribal colleges will get a one-time funding boost, UW-Eau Claire political science professor Adam Kunz describes helping college students with different views to discuss polarizing issues, and state Sen. Kelda Roys and state Rep. Francesca Hong enter the 2026 governor's race. Plus, Steven Potter covers a bill that seeks to halt most remote work practices for state employees in Wisconsin. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-september-19-2025/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," Wisconsin politicians share their reactions to the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk in Utah, UW-Madison educational policy professor Taylor Odle describes direct admission programs to the UW system for state high school students, Greenwood and Loyal school district administrators Joe Green and Chris Lindner describe consolidating school districts due to falling enrollment, and Columbia County Sheriff Roger Brandner discusses retaining 911 dispatchers as they burn out from overtime and stress. Plus, Erica Ayisi covers how Lac Courtre Oreilles Ojibwe University faces funding cuts under a Trump budget proposal. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-september-12-2025/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," Tammy Baldwin on federal health policy changes and National Guard deployment in Milwaukee, Steve Summers and Tiffany Loken on raised state reimbursement rates for special education, and Murv Seymour covers impacts of wake boats on Wisconsin lakes. Plus, Laura Dresser on wage trends, tariffs, the immigration workforce and unions in Wisconsin. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-september-5-2025/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," UAW Local 95 President Judy McRoberts discusses a strike by workers at MercyHealth East clinic in Janesville, UW School of Medicine and Public Health professor and dean Jon Audhya considers how federal research cuts affect scientific work and training of students, and Zac Schultz reports on how court rulings on administrative rules are shifting Wisconsin's political balance of power. Plus, Gundersen Health System emergency medical specialist Dr. Chris Eberlein describes a sudden rise of overdoses involving mixtures of drugs in La Crosse. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-august-29-2025/?seriesID=59921

On "Here & Now," FEMA assesses flood damage in southeast Wisconsin to determine potential federal aid, American Red Cross of Wisconsin regional director Kathryn Halvorsen describes Red Cross flood recovery efforts and its call for more volunteers, Community Immigration Law Center Board President and attorney Grant Sovern discusses immigration arrests in Wisconsin as more counties assist federal agents, and Rock County Clerk Lisa Tollefson discusses Wisconsin's local officials work to maintain election security. Plus, UW-Madison School of Education professor Nick Hillman explains the One Big Beautiful Bill Act changing borrowing rules for student loans. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-august-22-2025/?seriesID=59921