Wisconsin Public Radio: NPR News & Music Network 🇺🇸

Wisconsin Public Radio (WPR) NPR News & Music Network is a network of radio stations broadcasting across Wisconsin, dedicated to public service through high-quality, non-commercial programming. WPR provides a mix of news, information, and music, drawing content from NPR and other public radio providers, while also producing local content relevant to Wisconsin. As an NPR affiliate, WPR relies on NPR for national and international news, including flagship programs such as *Morning Edition*, *All Things Considered*, and *Weekend Edition*, ensuring access to in-depth reporting. WPR produces local news programs focusing on Wisconsin issues, politics, and events, alongside cultural programs featuring interviews with local leaders, artists, and community members. Examples of local programming include *The Larry Meiller Show*, a long-running Wisconsin-focused call-in program, and *Wisconsin Life*, which tells stories about the people, places, and culture of Wisconsin. WPR also broadcasts classical and jazz music, enriching the cultural landscape of the state. WPR operates as part of the Wisconsin Educational Communications Board (WECB) and is funded through listener donations, state funding, corporate sponsorships, and grants. Listener support plays a direct role in sustaining WPR's operations and programming. WPR extends its reach through its website, mobile app, and social media channels, providing various access points to its programming and information.