The Wisconsin Department of Health Services and Oconto County Public Health says five additional cases have been seen

WXPR News for 8-25-25

The early fall can be a great time to get outside and harvest your food from nature. In this episode of All Things Outdoors, Wisconsin DNR Conservation Warden Tim Otto talks with WXPR’s Katie Thoresen about harvesting and hunting options this time of year.

Eating the recommended amount of fruits and vegetables is a proven way to help prevent serious medical conditions like type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and even certain types of cancer.But getting access to that fresh produce or even affording it can be a challenge for some people.The Aspirus Fruit and Vegetable Prescription Program is helping to bridge that gap as part of our Rooted Up North series.

State fairs are a big draw this time of year for millions of visitors. Whether it's getting a chance to pet a newborn calf, take a ride in a giant plastic ball or eat any number of fried foods, going to the fair is always an experience.

A new law in Illinois formalizes efforts to reintroduce native keystone species like bison and beavers in the state, which advocates say will help other species recover.

According to the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel, a warrant has been issued for a New York woman on a charge of theft by false representation

Tribal Nations in Wisconsin and Michigan want to ensure they’re ready for the next big emergency—whether that’s another pandemic, natural disaster, or a man-made crisis.The Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Council met with leaders from its 12 member Tribes to see how they could all better prepare.

WXPR News for 8-22-25

Officials warned the bill could strain state services, noting Michigan’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, has an error rate above 9%