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Enbridge Pipeline Spill, Iron County, August 25, 2026

Public still in the dark more than a week after toxic pipeline spill

September 3, 2026

Incident appears to be the largest reported oil and gas pipeline spill in Wisconsin history.…

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Clean Wisconsin, Sierra Club Take Legal Action to Defend Federal Air Pollution Safeguards

August 31, 2026

"This is about protecting families along the lakeshore—in places like Kenosha, Milwaukee and Sheboygan—who are being harmed by the air they breathe."…

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The Defender Podcast Episode 85: Good News for the Rusty-patched Bumblebee!

Good News for the Rusty-Patched Bumblebee!

August 28, 2026

In this episode, a walk deep into the Wisconsin woods to find out what it will take to bring our bees back and meet the dedicated experts and volunteers who are working hard to save our pollinators.…

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The legacy of Katie Nekola

August 26, 2026

Katie Nekola's retirement announcement may have lasted all of 10 seconds, but the impact of her career will be felt for decades.…

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Support Clean Energy? You’re Not Alone

August 24, 2026

If you believe clean energy has a place in Wisconsin, don't let others speak for you. Join your neighbors, ask questions, and make your voice heard.…

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What’s behind PFAS contamination on Wisconsin lands?

August 21, 2026

Landspreading contaminated wastes—such as industrial sludges and municipal biosolids—is also one of the major pathways in which per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) enter the environment.…

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Wisconsin Farmer Answers Your Questions About Wind Energy

August 17, 2026

In this episode, Amy heads to Columbia County to separate fact from fiction about wind energy… and learn a thing or two about cows!…

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How does contaminated sediment affect our health?

August 14, 2026

Pollutants in lake, river, and stream sediment enter aquatic food webs and accumulate in fish, contributing to Wisconsin's fish consumption advisories to protect against unsafe exposure to contaminants like mercury, PCBs, and PFAS.…

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Milwaukee residents are shaping a community-driven vision for faster disaster response, more equitable recovery systems, and better-connected neighborhoods

Milwaukee flood brings community voices to the surface

August 14, 2026

In recent years, Milwaukee residents have faced increasingly severe flooding events that have left homes damaged, streets submerged, and families struggling to recover.…

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The Defender Episode 83: How to take the trash out of your life

How to Take the Trash Out of Your Life

August 10, 2026

Overwhelmed by the environmental problems we face? In this episode, how to use your knowledge and power to find your happy place.…

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