WSUM Daily Newscast

In the news today, A Minnesota-based cooperative announced it is spending 700 million dollars to build a soybean processing plant in Evansville on Monday, The Supreme Court rejects Trump’s mail ballot restrictions ahead of midterm elections on Monday, The Trump administration is stripping tens of millions of dollars in U.S. military aid from Europe and the Mideast to support Trump-aligned nations on Tuesday, Median US household income rose to the highest number ever last year. Hosted by News Director Talula Hayes, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on wsum.org.

In the news today, President Trump said new AI guardrails and limitations are part of a “SICK conspiracy” against AI and data centers on Monday, Saudi Arabia is stuck in the middle of the US-Iran war without aid from either side, The EPA eliminated their rule that limits planet-warming greenhouse gas emissions from power plants on Monday, The first weekend of NFL action almost complete with lots of upsets and high scores. Hosted by News Director Talula Hayes, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on wsum.org.

In the news today, Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin is challenging Wisconsin’s abortion restrictions, President Trump pledged to send every American $5,000 if Republicans keep their control on the House and Senate in the midterm elections on Wednesday, An Appeals court upheld a block on Trump’s executive order limiting mail voting on Thursday, Yemen is risking a return to civil war after Iran-backed rebels targeted the Strait of Hormuz. Hosted by News Director Talula Hayes, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on wsum.org.

In the news today, The Madison Common Council rejected an aid program for local businesses on Tuesday, Trump gave $45,000 dollars worth of holiday gifts to White House aides. Four aides received large gifts, The Brent Oil Index hits $100 / barrel as fighting between the US and Iran in the Gulf escalated earlier on Tuesday, US Department of Energy to provide billions in loans for reopening of a nuclear power plant in Iowa, Brewers storm back in the 9th inning to beat division rivals. Hosted by News Director Talula Hayes, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on...

In the news today, WSUM featured in the official UW-Madison TV ad, The two-day IRONMAN returns to Madison this weekend, President Trump posts social media picture renaming New Mexico to New America on Tuesday, Canada’s retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods took effect today, The MAC conference is officially challenging the results of the Western Michigan vs Michigan game that resulted in a controversial win for the Wolverines following what fans have now dubbed the “bail mary”. Hosted by News Director Talula Hayes, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on wsum.o...

In the news today, The president of the UW Board of Regents named the 23-member committee to help decide the next chancellor on Thursday, The Dane County Humane Society is helping 500 dogs be placed that they received from Ridglan Farms, According to the AAA, WI’s average gas price has hit $4.17 for regular, an increase of 48 cents per gallon from last week Thursday, Congress votes to end the government shutdown, sending a DHS funding bill to Trump on Thursday. Hosted by News Director Talula Hayes, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on...

In the news today, The 6-3 Supreme Court decision cut key sections of the Voting Rights Act to benefit Republicans, OpenAI is expanding access to its models to help businesses and governments increase their cybersecurity, Jerome Powell, the Fed chair, plans to remain on the board on Wednesday, International rivers are at risk of contamination, threatening local fisheries and farmland, . Hosted by News Director Talula Hayes, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on wsum.org.

In the news today, Remzi Arpaci-Dusseau has just been named the founding dean of UW-Madison’s brand new College of Computing and Artificial Intelligence, Trump challenges ABC station licenses over controversy with Jimmy Kimmel’s comments, The State Department said Tuesday it is preparing to release passports for America’s 250th birthday featuring Trump’s face, President Trump and King Charles III greeted each other Tuesday to commemorate diplomacy between the U.S. and U.K. , India and New Zealand have signed a free trade agreement in the midst of an upset regarding global trade. Hosted by News Director Talula H...

In the news today, Nearly 40 arrests were made during the Mifflin Street Block Party as of 7 p.m. this Saturday, A man was charged on Monday for his attempted assassination of Trump in the White House Correspondent’s dinner shooting, U.S. stocks are now stagnant after hovering by their records as oil prices continue to rise on Monday, Supreme court to hear arguments in landmark case against manufacturers of Roundup, NHL playoffs underway. Hosted by News Director Talula Hayes, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on wsum.org.

In the news today, New York Times says the FBI began investigating one of their reporters after an article on Kash Patel’s girlfriend, President Trump’s acting attorney general signs an order reclassifying state-licensed medical marijuana as a less-dangerous drug on Thursday, According to the New York Times, the Trump Administration is in talks to potentially send up to 1,100 Afghans who helped the U.S. fight the Taliban to the Democratic Republic of Congo, Budget deficits in Great Britain and the Eurozone countries fell last year as European governments continued to wind down borrowing after the coronavirus pandemic, Thre...

In the news today, Center for Disease Control cancels release of study results showing the benefits of the COVID vaccine, A jet fuel shortage and the barriers of travel created by the Iranian war could lead to  summer travel complications, Trump’s approval ratings regarding the economy in the AP-NORC poll have dropped, Brewers turn things around, look to move up in standings. Hosted by News Director Talula Hayes, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on wsum.org.

In the news today, A UW-Madison engineering building gets a donation of $25 million dollars from two alumni on Tuesday, A new update on the long-awaited all men’s shelter in Madison shows the project continuing to move forward following recent fundraising advancement, Dane County supervisors stopped funding for Flock license plate cameras, Washington Elementary school in Janesville closes its doors for the rest of the year due to extreme flooding, Trump said he does not want to extend the ceasefire with Iran on Tuesday following the seizure of an oil tanker. Hosted by News Director Talula Hayes, the daily ne...

In the news today, The Big Ten is adding a postseason conference volleyball tournament, The Day of the Badger fundraiser raises over 2 million dollars, The number of drivers ticketed for running a red light or stoplight in Dane county doubled from last year, Former Virginia Lieutenant Governor kills wife and himself, Brewers snap six game losing streak, follow it up with series victory. Hosted by News Director Talula Hayes, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on wsum.org.

In the news today, Vance continues feud with the catholic church and pope, Pakistan’s army chief arrived in Tehran to set up further U.S.-Iran talks on Wednesday, Ecofriendly footwear brand flips company and stock soars, President Trump said the Justice Department would not drop its criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jay Powell and threatened to fire Powell if he does not resign next month, Over the past week there’s been a surge of tornados reported across the country. Hosted by News Director Talula Hayes, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on W...

In the news today, Referendum fails in Monroe, district announces more than 20 layoffs, Republican Senator Jesse James announced he is retiring from the Wisconsin Legislature, A long-term study shows fluoride in drinking water has no effect on brain function or intelligence changes, Wholesale inflation rises to 4%, the highest annual rate in the last three years. Hosted by News Director Talula Hayes, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on wsum.org.

In the news today, Big Ten confirms Chris McIntosh has stepped down from his role as the director of Wisconsin Athletics on Monday, President Trump starts feud online with Pope Leo XIV, As an update to our 5 pm newscast, Eric Swalwell resigns from Congress Monday following sexual misconduct allegations, NBA playoff and play-in field set. Hosted by News Director Talula Hayes, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on wsum.org.

In the news today, The US Department of Energy commits over 250 million dollars to fusion funding in Janesville, The Iran war has driven up everyday costs for most Americans, Some states are struggling to meet their clean energy goals due to the resources needed for data centers, Evers partially vetoes Assembly Bill 1034 allowing almost 15 million dollars in funding toward UW Athletics. Hosted by News Director Talula Hayes, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on wsum.org.

In the news today, Democratic-backed candidate, Chris Taylor, wins the Wisconsin Supreme Court race, ICE has arrested over 800 people using tips given by federal airport security officials, Recently ousted Pam Bondi will not appear for House deposition in the Epstein investigation next week, President Trump changed his plans of "annihilation" toward a two-week ceasefire with Iran on Tuesday. Hosted by News Director Talula Hayes, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on wsum.org.

In the news today, The Wisconsin Union Directorate will host Ruby Bridges in a free-for-students moderated Q&A event on Tuesday, Porchlight men’s shelter opening pushed back to an unknown date, Wisconsin polls are open today and liberals are hoping to expand their majority in the Supreme Court election, Trump threatens Iran that if it fails to meet his latest deadline, quote “a whole civilization will die tonight” end quote on Tuesday, Gas prices are continuing to climb across the United States as global leaders struggle to contain a major oil supply tied to conflict in the Middle East...

In the news today, Voting for the final matchup of the WSUM Sports March-Madness bracket for the best kids' show is open today, University of Wisconsin system Board of Regents tries to oust President, Gov. Tony Evers signs bills to combat PFAS contamination on Monday, The Artemis II mission broke Apollo’s farthest distance from Earth record on Monday, Brewers open up season with a 7 and 2 record. Hosted by News Director Talula Hayes, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on wsum.org.

In the news today, 53% of Wisconsin voters are undecided regarding the Supreme Court race, a Marquette Law School poll said, Senators are debating the ‘last and final’ offer to end the DHS shutdown on Thursday, The Trump administration opens investigations into race being considered in admissions at three medical schools on Wednesday, There are possible talks about ending the war between joint U.S.-Israel forces and Iran on Thursday. Hosted by News Director Talula Hayes, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on wsum.org.

In the news today, Police investigating a possible inappropriate relationship between a teacher and student on Wednesday, Judge Chris Taylor has kidney stones, and has to reschedule debate tonight, A man from Racine County was convicted of election fraud charges after ordering absentee ballots for other voters Tuesday evening, The Supreme Court of the United States today overturned a lower court decision, which had included a financial liability, ruling that Internet Service Providers can not be held liable for customers who engage in music piracy while using their services, Most Americans say military action has gone too far with...

In the news today, The Wisconsin Union announced the iconic sunburst chairs are returning on April 15th to kick off the start of the terrace season, Early in-person absentee voting for the April 7th election begins today, with most notability the race for a state Supreme Court seat between liberal Chris Taylor and independent but self-declared constitutional conservative Maria Lazar, President Trump votes by mail, even though he says voting by mail is fraud, Airport transit times worsen as senators are still trying to find a solution to end the Homeland Security shutdown on Tuesday, President Trump looks to...

In the news today, Tour bus carrying over 50 crashes, and leaves 33 injured on Sunday, Gov. Tony Evers signs a bill supporting Foodshare programs and prohibiting its aid for junk food on Monday, President Trump sends ICE agents to airports to help with TSA agent shortage after radio tip, Stocks rise and oil prices drop as President Trump postpones further strikes on Iran on Monday. Hosted by News Director Talula Hayes, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on wsum.org.

In the news today, Online sports betting bill passes Wisconsin senate on Tuesday, Senate passes bill to address PFAs contamination, The White House pick for DHS outlined his priorities for the Senate on Wednesday, U.S. stocks are sinking due to oil prices rising toward 110 dollars a barrel on Wednesday. Hosted by News Director Talula Hayes, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on wsum.org.

In the news today, The Wisconsin Senate passes bills to provide funding to help reduce chemical contamination, Today the Wisconsin Senate tees up to vote on legalizing statewide online sports betting, President Trump reveals confidential medical information about a congressman on Monday, The director of the National Counterterrorism Center and Trump nominee resigns over Iran’s war on Tuesday, World Baseball Classic final set after Team USA and Venezuela win in semifinals. Hosted by News Director Talula Hayes, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on wsum.org.

In the news today, Sturgeon Bay was hit with 33 inches of snow, with power outages occurring across the state due to a blizzard, TSA agents are quitting following their first weekend without full pay, President Trump asks allies to do whatever it takes to secure the Strait of Hormuz, Iran has continued its own exports of oil through the Strait of Hormuz while all other traffic is halted, Badgers to face High Point University in first round of March Madness, The Green Bay Phoenix Women's Basketball team has made March Madness for the third straight year and is seeking...

In the news today, The UW faculty union is urging for the removal of UWPD Flock security cameras around campus, Wisconsin lawmakers have advanced 14.6 million dollars in funding for the UW athletics NIL program, A lawsuit was announced against the Wisconsin Legislature over its alleged use of public dollars to hire private lawyers on Wednesday, Wisconsin farmers have been hit hard following fertilizer prices rising 25% due to the Iran war, Iran’s new supreme leader announced the Strait of Hormuz will continue to remain closed on Thursday. Hosted by News Director Talula Hayes, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at...

In the news today, Beaver Dam residents express concerns about the Meta AI data center recently constructed, 17 states are suing the Trump administration about requirements regarding race data collection by colleges, U.S. strike that killed over 150 elementary school children likely due to outdated intelligence, Bam Adebayo shocks the NBA and scores 83 points to move to 2nd all time in single game points. Hosted by News Director Talula Hayes, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on wsum.org.

In the news today, State supreme court justice Annette Ziegler announces she will not seek reelection in 2027, Georgia voters are set to vote on Tuesday for a successor to House congresswoman Majorie Taylor Greene, Uber’s women-only drivers option is launched nationwide to address safety concerns, 700,000 people are forced to flee Lebanon after Israeli airstrikes, Big Ten announces season awards including three Badgers honored. Hosted by News Director Talula Hayes, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on wsum.org.

In the news today, UW-Madison provost, John Zumbrunnen, was named executive vice chancellor for academic affairs, Wisconsin’s childhood vaccination rates fall again according to the Department of Health Services, Anthropic is suing the Trump administration to remove its current label as a “supply chain risk” on Monday, The world’s oil production was historically disrupted following conflict in Iran, Badgers men's basketball returns to AP Top 25. Hosted by News Director Talula Hayes, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on wsum.org.

In the news today, Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul joined a coalition of attorney generals on Thursday in a lawsuit to block President Trump’s tariffs, Police and one U.S. Senator forcefully remove a Marine veteran protesting the Iranian war from a hearing on Wednesday, President Trump fires Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem following backlash against her leadership on Thursday, Mortgage rates hit 6% as the Iran war has worried bond market traders. Hosted by News Director Talula Hayes, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on wsum.org.

In the news today, Democratic Rep. James Talarico wins the Texas primary on Tuesday, The republican-led senate rejects a War Powers Resolution which would force Trump to end strikes on Iran on Wednesday, The U.S. sinks an Iranian warship in international waters, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Wednesday, U.S. stocks rise and Asian markets sink as the conflict in the Middle East continues through Wednesday. Hosted by News Director Talula Hayes, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on wsum.org.

In the news today, The three finalists for university provost wrap up their presentations to faculty and students, addressing the question, “What are the most pressing issues and opportunities facing a large research university like UW-Madison, and how would you deal with them as provost?”, Crime drops across Madison in all categories according to MPD’s 2025 yearly report, Governor Tony Evers calls a special session to end gerrymandering on Tuesday, President Trump said he will attend his first White House Correspondents’ Dinner on Monday, Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem faced an icy reception from Senators of both parties at a Jud...

In the news today, Four current Badgers return to campus after winning gold in Milan, A bill for roadside drug testing passed both the assembly and senate in Wisconsin on Thursday, Instagram said on Thursday that it will send alerts to parents if their kids repeatedly search for words related to suicide, NYC Mayor says Trump agreed to immediately release the Columbia University student detained by ICE, The threat of war is still a serious possibility, even though President Trump said in his state of the union address he would prefer to solve the conflict peacefully, Badgers lose a...

In the news today, Dane County is allocating $1 million to boost housing development, Trump’s State of the Union address occurred Tuesday, with Trump claiming the U.S. is quote” winning so much” end quote in the longest address in history, Casey Means, President Trump’s nominee for Surgeon General, deflects questions about vaccines at confirmation hearing, Four dead after U.S. speedboat violates international waters on Wednesday. Hosted by News Director Talula Hayes, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on wsum.org.

In the news today, The Madison Metropolitan School District outlines priorities regarding their 2026-27 preliminary budget, Wisconsin schools and teachers file lawsuit against the legislature in hopes of more funding on Monday, President Trump’s State of the Union address will seek to sway skeptical midterm voters following economic concerns on Tuesday, Wisconsin Democrats introduce a bill which would change the state minimum wage from $7.25 to $15, Environmental Protection Agency weakens standards limiting toxins from coal plants. Hosted by News Director Talula Hayes, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on wsum.org.

In the news today, Wisconsin’s legislative session ended Friday without changes to school funding, At least 73 people died during Mexico’s attempt to capture cartel leader “El Mencho”, leading to his death and mass violence on Monday, Supreme Court agrees to hear arguments from fossil fuel companies trying to block lawsuits on Monday, The Olympics end on Sunday with the US Men’s Hockey team winning gold. Hosted by News Director Talula Hayes, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on wsum.org.

In the news today, Wisconsin GOP leader Robin Vos to leave office at the end of the year, Mark Zuckerberg testified regarding accusations about social media’s harm to children’s mental health on Wednesday, Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was sentenced to life in prison Thursday due to his hand in leading an insurrection, Oil and gold prices spike to their highest level in nearly seven months amid rising tensions between Iran and the U.S. on Thursday, Amazon has surpassed Walmart as the world’s largest company in sales, USA Women’s Hockey wins Olympic gold ove...

In the news today, A UW-Madison student is accused of recording up to 50 videos of others in a dorm bathroom, Democratic lawmakers accused Republican leaders Tuesday of shutting down the Wisconsin legislature, President Trump, just weeks after backlash from racist social media post, hosts Black History Month reception, Microsoft plans to invest $50 billion to bring AI to lower-income countries to combat the inequality spread, Men’s Basketball gets stunned on the road against unranked Ohio State on Tuesday. Hosted by News Director Talula Hayes, the daily newscast airs every Monday-Thursday at 5 & 6 pm. Tune in on WSUM 91.7 FM or on ws...