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But there are limits on how the money can be spent before the end of the year. And city staff warn that Madison’s budget issues aren’t over.

@fayeparks.bsky.social has the details.

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City finance staff project $10.6 million surplus in 2025 budget - WORT-FM 89.9
But there are limits on how the money can be spent before the end of the year. And city staff warn that Madison's budget issues aren't over.
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December 3, 2025 at 12:27 AM
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Recent updates to the state’s “antiquated” Rule 113 could make it easier for renters to access solar energy, Clean Wisconsin’s Dr. Ciaran Gallagher tells @fayeparks.bsky.social.

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Wisconsin Public Service Commission cuts solar power red tape - WORT-FM 89.9
Recent updates to the state’s “antiquated” Rule 113 could make it easier for renters to access solar energy, Dr. Ciaran Gallagher says.
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December 2, 2025 at 12:11 AM
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Jamie Acton joins @fayeparks.bsky.social to weigh in on some of Metro Transit’s most pressing challenges and share a preview of what’s to come for Madison’s bus system.

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Meet Jamie Acton, Metro Transit’s new general manager - WORT-FM 89.9
Acton weighs in on some of Metro Transit’s most pressing challenges and shares a preview of what’s to come for Madison’s bus system.
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November 26, 2025 at 1:09 AM
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Both Pro-Life Wisconsin and Planned Parenthood support the extension, @megomatz.bsky.social tells @fayeparks.bsky.social, but conservative megadonors could be swaying Speaker Vos on the issue.

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Speaker Vos continues to block Medicaid extension for Wisconsin moms - WORT-FM 89.9
Both Pro-Life Wisconsin and Planned Parenthood support the extension, Megan O’Matz says, but conservative megadonors could be swaying Speaker Vos on the issue.
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November 25, 2025 at 12:34 AM
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Joining @fayeparks.bsky.social this morning, @baldwin.senate.gov shared an update on the negotiations to pass an extension - and described her “gut feeling” that Trump will continue interfering with the full release of the Epstein files.

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Congress searching for compromise to extend ACA tax credits - WORT-FM 89.9
Sen. Tammy Baldwin joins WORT for an update on the bipartisan negotiations – and shares her “gut feeling” that Trump will interfere with the full release of the Epstein files.
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November 21, 2025 at 12:22 AM
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Stamping out the black market could be an uphill battle if the state’s tribes can’t secure partnerships with major online sportsbooks, @henry-redman.bsky.social tells @fayeparks.bsky.social.

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Wisconsin lawmakers fast-track bill to legalize online sports betting - WORT-FM 89.9
Stamping out the black market could be a challenge if the state’s tribes can’t secure partnerships with major online sportsbooks, Henry Redman says.
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November 19, 2025 at 12:45 AM
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The Police Civilian Oversight Board heard from the three finalists last week…and fielded accusations that they’d excluded the public from the hiring process.

@fayeparks.bsky.social has the details.

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Madison’s interim independent police monitor to be announced soon - WORT-FM 89.9
Three finalists presented their qualifications to the Police Civilian Oversight Board last week.
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November 18, 2025 at 12:53 AM
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The bills are part of a broader, conservative strategy to raise the specter of fraud and “scare people into restricting the ability to vote,” Common Cause Wisconsin’s Jay Heck tells @fayeparks.bsky.social.

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Assembly Republicans advance election bills ahead of high-stakes midterm - WORT-FM 89.9
Proponents say the bills would help root out fraud. But Common Cause Wisconsin’s Jay Heck warns that they run the risk of widespread voter suppression.
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November 13, 2025 at 12:24 AM
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The settlement is a win for utility customers, the environment…and Alliant’s bottom line, Clean Wisconsin staff attorney Brett Korte tells @fayeparks.bsky.social.

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Climate advocates celebrate Alliant Energy settlement - WORT-FM 89.9
The settlement is a win for utility customers, the environment…and Alliant’s bottom line, according to Clean Wisconsin staff attorney Brett Korte.
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November 12, 2025 at 12:46 AM
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A self-described “lively voice in a sea of bland,” Tone has been covering local culture and politics since 2014.

@stinadale.bsky.social joins @fayeparks.bsky.social to explain what would be lost if they can’t reach their fundraising goal.

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Tone Madison faces funding challenges - WORT-FM 89.9
A self-described “lively voice in a sea of bland,” the online publication has been covering local culture and politics for the last eleven years.
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November 11, 2025 at 12:26 AM
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Four years after a dozen women went public with allegations of grooming, the former drum corps instructor says he’s tried to make amends.

But his accusers don’t see it that way, @scottgordonwi.bsky.social tells @fayeparks.bsky.social.

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David Henzie-Skogen’s accusers still waiting for accountability, Tone Madison reports - WORT-FM 89.9
The grooming allegations leveled against the musician and former drum corps instructor first came to light in 2021 and span almost two decades.
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November 7, 2025 at 12:41 AM
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Jack Daly pleaded guilty to felony conspiracy in 2023. But his client list remains “almost a who’s who of Republican politics,” @davelevinthal.com tells @fayeparks.bsky.social.

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“Scam PAC” fundraiser still making millions from Republican campaigns - WORT-FM 89.9
Jack Daly pleaded guilty to felony conspiracy in 2023. But his client list remains “almost a who’s who of Republican politics,” NOTUS’ Dave Levinthal says.
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November 6, 2025 at 12:20 AM
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“The problem has been getting our government to take action,” Dane4Dogs’ Rebekah Robinson told @fayeparks.bsky.social, describing the years-long fight to shut down the breeding and research facility in Blue Mounds.

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Animal rights activists celebrate Ridglan Farms settlement - WORT-FM 89.9
The breeding and research facility, which had as many as 3,200 dogs on site in recent years, has agreed to shut down most of its operations come July.
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November 5, 2025 at 12:29 AM
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The federal permits aren’t just premature, @midwestadvocates.bsky.social’s Rob Lee tells @fayeparks.bsky.social, they’re also hard to access and review thanks to the government shutdown.

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Line 5’s federal permits issued unlawfully, environmental advocates say - WORT-FM 89.9
The federal permits aren’t just premature, attorney Rob Lee says, they’re also hard to access and review thanks to the government shutdown.
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November 4, 2025 at 12:24 AM
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On top of the study’s flaws in both design and implementation, OIM data analyst Greg Gelembiuk tells @fayeparks.bsky.social, it also disregarded multiple directives from the city council.

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Independent monitor finds “severe flaws” in MPD’s body-cam pilot study - WORT-FM 89.9
On top of the study’s flaws in both design and implementation, Greg Gelembiuk says, it also disregarded multiple directives from the city council.
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October 31, 2025 at 1:13 AM
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The program, which has connected local seniors with volunteer opportunities for over fifty years, could lose upwards of $300,000 in federal grants.

@fayeparks.bsky.social has the details.

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RSVP of Dane County grapples with funding uncertainty - WORT-FM 89.9
The program, which has connected local seniors with volunteer opportunities for over fifty years, is at risk of losing more than $300,000 in federal grants.
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October 31, 2025 at 12:44 AM
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“We’re not only trying to make a difference electorally, but we’re trying to make a difference in a way that matters a lot right now - which is everybody’s day to day life,” @wisdems.org Chair Devin Remiker tells @fayeparks.bsky.social.

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WisDems Chair Devin Remiker on the road to 2026 - WORT-FM 89.9
Grassroots organizing and administering aid to working people are key in the party’s plan to expand progressive power next year, Remiker tells WORT.
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October 30, 2025 at 12:11 AM
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Leaders on the state Assembly’s GOAT committee rushed to schedule today’s informational hearing in response to a bombshell investigative report published last week in the Cap Times.

@fayeparks.bsky.social has more.

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GOP lawmakers grill education officials on misconduct, grooming investigations - WORT-FM 89.9
Leaders on the state Assembly's GOAT committee rushed to schedule today’s informational hearing in response to a bombshell investigative report published last week in the Cap Times.
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October 24, 2025 at 12:14 AM
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The independent broadcast network has provided free, unedited coverage of state government proceedings since 2007.

Co-founder Jon Henkes joined @fayeparks.bsky.social to explain what could be lost if they can’t reach their fundraising goal.

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WisconsinEye faces funding challenges - WORT-FM 89.9
The independent broadcast network has provided free, unedited coverage of state government proceedings since 2007.
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October 22, 2025 at 11:34 PM
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Insufficient funding, a rudimentary tracking system, and a licensing loophole hinder state education officials’ ability to hold wrongdoers accountable, investigative reporter Danielle DuClos tells @fayeparks.bsky.social.

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DPI shields hundreds of teacher misconduct cases from the public, the Cap Times reports - WORT-FM 89.9
Insufficient resources and a licensing loophole, Danielle DuClos says, hinder state education officials’ ability to share information and hold wrong-doers accountable.
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October 21, 2025 at 11:31 PM
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The student seat, ALRC Chair Colin Barushok tells @fayeparks.bsky.social, represents a critical voice on alcohol policy and nightlife safety that could be lost if it isn’t codified in city ordinance.

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Alcohol License Review Committee urges city council to preserve student seat - WORT-FM 89.9
ALRC Chair Colin Barushok shares an overview of last week's vote and explains why the committee's support for the amended proposal is an example of "good governance."
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October 20, 2025 at 11:19 PM
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After Wisconsin saw a record number of educators leave their jobs in 2023, the statewide turnover rate is on the slow path to recovery.

Wisconsin Policy Forum’s Mark Sommerhauser joins @fayeparks.bsky.social to outline the trends.

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Wisconsin’s teacher turnover rate sees “partial turnaround” - WORT-FM 89.9
After Wisconsin saw a record number of educators leave their jobs in 2023, the statewide turnover rate is on the slow path to recovery.
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October 17, 2025 at 12:05 AM
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Thousands of federal workers in the state could be impacted by the shutdown and critical workforce programs are running on fumes, DWD Secretary Amy Pechacek warned Thursday.

@fayeparks.bsky.social has the details.

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How will the government shutdown impact Wisconsin workers? - WORT-FM 89.9
Thousands of federal workers in the state could be affected and critical workforce programs are running on fumes, DWD Secretary Amy Pechacek warned Thursday.
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October 16, 2025 at 11:43 PM
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The change would make primaries more competitive, encourage bipartisan cooperation, and allow voters to cast their ballots based on policy rather than party, Voters First WI’s Tracy Hunter tells @fayeparks.bsky.social.

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Election reform advocates call for Final Five voting in Wisconsin - WORT-FM 89.9
The change would make primaries more competitive and allow voters to cast their ballots based on policy rather than party, Tracy Hunter says.
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October 16, 2025 at 12:03 AM
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A resolution urging GHC to voluntarily recognize the union earned unanimous support from members of the cooperative at Monday’s special meeting.

@fayeparks.bsky.social and Labor Radio’s Carol Weidel have more.

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GHC members side with employees, support unionization - WORT-FM 89.9
A resolution urging the board to disclose how much GHC has paid an anti-union law firm also earned members' unanimous support.
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October 15, 2025 at 11:41 PM