Joe Tarr is a producer for WPR’s “Wisconsin Today.” He covers a diverse range of topics, including culture and society, government and politics, as well as education and regional interest, with a particular focus on elections, public policy, and the housing market. Joe's work has been featured in prominent outlets such as Wisconsin Public Radio, Isthmus, The Capital Times, and Urban Milwaukee, Inc.
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With a strong focus on government and politics, Joe Tarr appears to be particularly interested in local news and legislative developments within Wisconsin, especially Madison. He is also attentive to expert commentary on various topics related to government policies.
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By: Joe Tarr
We discuss a settlement from Meta that will deliver millions of dollars to Wisconsin. Then, we learn about Wisconsin's new Commutation Advisory Board and restorative justice. Plus, we hear from a Wisconsin community that is participating in Dolly Parton's Imagination Library.
By: Joe Tarr
Two college leaders discuss the biggest issues facing their schools this academic year. Then, Inside Wisconsin Politics looks at mail-in voting, commutations and how tariffs impact voters. Plus, a new novel about a young Wisconsin scientist who encounters a mysterious phenomenon in Antarctica.
By: Joe Tarr
We talk to a tennis player about her first time competing in the U.S. Open tournament. Then, we learn about the joys of quilting and The Great Wisconsin Quilt Show. And, we talk to an author who has picked up drawing late in her career.
We hear about how Menasha students are faring as they go back to school one month after a devastating tornado. Then, we talk with school nurses about the most pressing issues they're facing heading into the year. And, we talk about the hobby of rockhounding in Wisconsin.
Flock surveillance cameras become an issue, feds probe alleged noncitizen voting, and presidential place name proclamations — Inside Wisconsin Politics considers impacts on the 2026 governor's race.
By: Joe Tarr
We look at why “rockhounders” love Wisconsin. Then, we talk to the author of a new book about supper clubs in Wisconsin and beyond. And, Chloe Benjamin talks about her new novel, “Under Story.”
By: Joe Tarr
We look at why court-ordered competency hearings are on the rise. Then, we talk to researchers who sent a robot to the bottom of Lake Superior. And, we learn why Milwaukee is a hotbed for the ancient Irish sport of hurling.
By: Joe Tarr
We look at how communities are rethinking their contracts for Flock security cameras. Then, we look at the fight over lake access next to private land. And, we talk to the artist Michelle Grabner about her gift to the Kohler Arts Center.
A farmer and an economist weigh in on new tariffs on certain dairy products from Canada. Then, we hear reactions to a proposal to remove federal protections for the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. And we meet Native Hawaiian performers putting on a festival celebrating Polynesian culture.
Republicans try to fire up the base with a rare midterm convention. Inside Wisconsin Politics looks at why some Wisconsin Republicans joined the party while others stayed home.
