Wisconsin Supreme Court Justices Debate 1849 Abortion Law
Liberal members seem ready to overturn or limit impact of 19th century state law.
Nov 12th, 2024
Wisconsin Supreme Court Hears Arguments Monday in Abortion Lawsuit
Does 1849 state law protecting 'life of unborn child' make abortions illegal?
Nov 11th, 2024
Wisconsin Voters Approve Constitutional Amendment
GOP backers say amendment will block possibility of noncitizens voting in local elections.
Nov 6th, 2024
How Does Election Security Work in Wisconsin?
Election clerks explain how vote tabulating process works.
Nov 1st, 2024
What To Know About Wisconsin’s Non-Citizen Voting Referendum
The measure would change state constitution to limit voting to U.S. citizens. Would it have an impact?
Oct 23rd, 2024
Kaul Says He’s Prepared To Defend Election Results
Top Wisconsin law enforcement official says voting is secure, including by drop box.
Oct 15th, 2024
1,500 Miles From Border, Immigration a Top GOP Issue in Wisconsin
Trump has promised to crack down on immigration during Wisconsin campaign stops.
Oct 14th, 2024
Judge Won’t Let AG Kaul See Sealed Archdiocese Abuse Records
Federal judge says Kaul is going on "fishing expedition."
Oct 4th, 2024
‘No’ Campaign Far Outspent GOP on State Constitutional Referenda
Democrats spent 17 times more than Republicans trying to restrict governor's power.
Oct 3rd, 2024
State Senator’s Defamation Suit Against Wausau Publication Tossed by Appeals Court
Cory Tomczyk sued the Pilot & Review for defamation for reporting he used anti-gay slur.
Sep 20th, 2024
Dane County and Appeals Court Agree On Absentee Ballot Witness Addresses
A less stringent standard for when an address is detailed enough for ballot to be counted.
Sep 17th, 2024
Wisconsin Elections Commission Wants Funding For Transparency, Compliance Team
Republican lawmakers rejected a similar request in Wisconsin's last budget cycle
Sep 12th, 2024
Cellmate a Suspect in Death at Green Bay Prison
Brown County Sheriff's Office investigating the death of a prisoner.
Aug 28th, 2024
State Supreme Court Rejects Request to Hear Recall Attempt From Vos Opponents
Another loss for group trying to oust Vos for refusing to overturn Trump's 2020 election loss.
Aug 27th, 2024
Jill Stein, Green Party Will Appear on Wisconsin Ballots, Supreme Court Declines To Hear Challenge
Court, in unsigned brief, says it won't take up Democrats attempt to block Stein from ballot.
Aug 26th, 2024
Chrystul Kizer Gets 11-Year Sentence for Killing Man Who Sexually Trafficked Her
Kizer pleaded guilty to reduced charge in Kenosha case that got international attention.
Aug 20th, 2024
Harris TV Ads Dominating Wisconsin Markets
While Trump campaign led in total ads nationally but trailed in total spending.
Aug 18th, 2024
2 Leading Election Deniers Lost GOP Legislative Primaries
Rep. Janel Brandtjen and Rep. Tim Ramthun both pushed hard to overturn 2020 election.
Aug 14th, 2024
Voters Reject Amendments to Restrict Governor’s Power to Spend Federal Funds
Opponents argued changes would have slowed down emergency funding during crises.
Aug 13th, 2024
Lawmakers Grill Wisconsin Prison Officials Over Safety, Employee Death at Youth Facility
The eight-hour public hearing followed the death of a Lincoln Hills employee.
Aug 7th, 2024
‘Kickbacks’ Crackdown Will Save Inmates Money on Jail Phone Calls
FCC cracks down on add-on fees, 'kickbacks' to jails and prisons.
Aug 6th, 2024
Dodge County Sheriff Investigating Another Death at Waupun Correctional Institution
Death appears to be self-inflicted, sheriff's office says of ongoing inquiry
Aug 5th, 2024
Harris, VP Pick To Campaign in Eau Claire Wednesday
Western Wisconsin visit to follow announcement of Democratic vice presidential candidate.
Aug 2nd, 2024
Badger Football Games Will Sell Beer
Alcohol sales will now be throughout Camp Randall stadium, not just for premium suites.
Jul 24th, 2024
52% of State’s Law Enforcement Agencies Don’t Use Federal Gun Tracking Tool
Study finds under use of free federal program which can trace illegal sources of guns.
Jul 15th, 2024
Wisconsin Supreme Court Limits Legislature’s Authority To Block Governor
6-1 decision rules that legislators wrongly blocked DNR stewardship funding.
Jul 7th, 2024
Wisconsin Supreme Court Restores Ballot Drop Box Access
Decision reverses a 2022 ruling, restores use of unmanned boxes to return absentee ballots.
Jul 5th, 2024
Court Decision Holds Up Wisconsin’s $70 Million Drug Settlement
US Supreme Court ruling blocks nation-wide Purdue Pharma opioid settlement.
Jul 1st, 2024
Chief Justice Seeks Probe After Leak of Draft in Wisconsin Abortion Case
Document indicates high court to hear Planned Parenthood lawsuit on abortion rights.
Jun 27th, 2024
Will Trump Attorney Jim Troupis Lose His Law License?
Troupis, along with Kenneth Chesebro and Michael Roman, face felony charges in Wisconsin false elector plot.
Jun 20th, 2024
ACLU Suit Charges Wisconsin Ignored Law to Support Incarcerated Moms
Says state has failed to offer prison child care program called for in 1991 law.
Jun 17th, 2024
Inmate Death Charges Reignite Charge To Close Wisconsin’s Oldest Prison
9 Waupun Correctional Institution staffers are accused of causing inmate deaths
Jun 14th, 2024
State Could Withhold Milwaukee Public Schools Funding Over Reporting Failures
Department of Public Instruction threatens to withhold payments unless corrective action is taken
May 30th, 2024
Dane County Judge Hears Arguments in Lawsuit Challenging Act 10
2011 state law decimated collective bargaining rights for most public sector workers.
May 29th, 2024
GOP Holdover on UW Board Says He Won’t Step Down
UW Regent Robert Atwell advised by Vos to stay on Board until replacement confirmed.
May 25th, 2024
Judge Kicks Most Inmates Off Waupun Prison Lawsuit
State argued inmates hadn't exhausted internal complaint process before suing.
May 24th, 2024
Judge Throws Out Lawsuit Challenging Absentee Ballot Requirements
Now-dismissed lawsuit is just one of many concerning absentee ballots and their handling.
May 10th, 2024
Chrystul Kizer Takes Felony Plea Deal In Sex Trafficking Homicide Case
Kizer pleaded guilty to second degree reckless homicide, while other felony charges are dropped.
May 9th, 2024
Who Counts As an Election Official? Local Clerks Unclear
Attorney General Kaul plans to release opinion on constitutional amendment's impact.
May 1st, 2024
Coalition Pushes Closing Wisconsin’s Green Bay Prison
126-year-old maximum security facility in 'dire state' and way over capacity.
Apr 29th, 2024
Suit Challenges Evers’ Partial Veto Hiking School Funding for 400 Years
Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce filed suit, arguing veto is unconstitutional.
Apr 16th, 2024
Evers Picks New Department of Revenue Secretary
David Casey will replace Peter Barca, who stepped down from cabinet post.
Apr 15th, 2024
Evers Vetoes Bill Ending Work Permit Requirement for Younger Teens
Governor cites need to protect 14- and 15-year-olds through work permit process.
Apr 8th, 2024
Attorney Requests Outside Monitor For Troubled Waupun Prison
New motion asks for end to lockdown restrictions, court-appointed monitor.
Apr 5th, 2024
Thousands of Immigrants in Wisconsin in Court Without Lawyers
Facing possible deportation without representation. ‘It’s desperate.'
Mar 24th, 2024
Evers Vetoes Bill Limiting His Appointment Power
GOP plan took away governor's power to fill vacancies in constitutional offices.
Mar 23rd, 2024
State Agencies Could Save Half a Billion Dollars By Moving To More Remote Work
But administrators first need to tighten up policies to track remote, in-person work.
Mar 22nd, 2024
Judge Agrees To Let Jury See Explicit Videos in Chrystul Kizer Case
Kizer is charged with killing a man who sexually abused her when she was underage.
Mar 15th, 2024
Wisconsin Lawsuits to Kick Trump Off Ballot Dismissed
US Supreme Court ruling declared states lack authority to disqualify Trump.
Mar 5th, 2024
Evers Signs Child Care Tax Credit
After vetoing GOP tax cuts governor approves expanded tax credit for child care expenses.
Mar 4th, 2024
State Department of Corrections Secretary Retiring
Kevin Carr will step down March 8 after five years overseeing prisons.
Mar 3rd, 2024
Bill Would Pay Schools To Buy Gun Detection Equipment
Critics raise privacy concerns over systems that use AI and camera feeds.
Mar 1st, 2024
More Job Applications Coming In For Wisconsin’s Prisons
New class of correctional officers is largest in decades, but vacancies remain an issue.
Feb 22nd, 2024
Legislature Approves Reduction in Educator Licensing Requirements
Republican backers say their aim is easing a workforce shortage
Feb 21st, 2024
State Granting Professional Licenses More Quickly, Audit Finds
Majority of licenses now granted within two weeks, nonpartisan report finds.
Feb 7th, 2024
Wisconsin Democrats Restart Push For Comprehensive Sex Education
Proposal is modeled after state law.
Jan 26th, 2024
Legislators Raise Limits on Personal Property After Prisoner Denied Bible
Two Assembly Democrats oppose bill, saying it won't actually help prison inmates.
Jan 22nd, 2024
Proposals Would Allow Guns In More Churches, More Access To Tasers
Proposals attempt to navigate existing restrictions in state law.
Jan 16th, 2024
3 Years After Jan. 6 Insurrection Where Do Wisconsin Cases Stand?
Nearly a dozen state residents were charged in connection with attack on US Capitol.
Jan 7th, 2024
New Laws Help Counselors, Physician Assistants Practice In Multiple States
Next could be interstate agreements for social workers, dentists, dental hygienists.
Dec 11th, 2023
Sheboygan DA Vows To Appeal Abortion Ruling
Judge ruled Tuesday that 1849 law doesn't ban abortion.
Dec 6th, 2023
Dane County Judge Rules 1849 Law Does Not Ban Abortions In Wisconsin
Ruling is a win for abortion rights advocates.
Dec 5th, 2023
Republicans Seek To Abolish Wisconsin Elections Commission
Power would be transferred to Secretary of State, Legislature's election committees.
Dec 5th, 2023
GOP Proposal Would Give Businesses Tax Credits For Paying For Child Care
Proposal would encourage businesses to create their own daycares or pay for outside providers.
Dec 1st, 2023
State Program Helps Police Connect People in Crisis to Mental Health Experts
$2 million telemedicine pilot program offers grants to local law enforcement agencies.
Nov 29th, 2023
Plea Deal Reached In Fire Bombing of Anti-Abortion Office
Hridindu Roychowdhury will plead guilty to felony charge, with penalty of between 5 to 20 years in prison.
Nov 22nd, 2023
Gov. Evers Announces Easing of Restrictions At Two Prisons
Waupun, Green Bay prisons partially taken out of lockdown. Lawsuit alleges cruel and unusual punishment.
Nov 16th, 2023
Court Orders Former Judge Roggensack To Produce Records Used To Advise Vos On Impeachment
Lawsuit challenges shrouded nature of how 3 judges guided Vos on possibly impeaching Judge Protasiewicz.
Nov 10th, 2023
Fetuses Would Count For Tax Exceptions Under Republican Proposal
State Senate endorses plan, which also includes per dependent exception increase of $300.
Nov 7th, 2023
Top Senate Democrat Calls For Changes To Brewers’ Subsidy Deal
Agreement expected to need bipartisan support to pass Senate.
Nov 7th, 2023
Milwaukee Could Get State’s First Reentry Center For Those Leaving Prison
State-sponsored facility aims to be one-stop shop for resources.
Nov 6th, 2023
Democrats Say Bills Would Create Better Standards For Jails, Prisons
17-bill package would establish minimum standards for living standards.
Nov 3rd, 2023
Lawsuit Underway On Absentee Ballot Rules
Judge hears oral argument on case that seeks to improve absentee ballot access.
Nov 1st, 2023
Vacancies Declining in Prosecutor, Public Defender Ranks
Raises went into effect in July after group warned of "constitutional crisis."
Oct 26th, 2023
Bill Could Make Drunk Drivers Pay Child Support If a Crash Kills Parents
Judges could require payments as part of restitution a defendant is required to pay.
Oct 20th, 2023
State Supreme Court Limits Online Access to Eviction Records
Two-year limit adopted. Advocates argued records trap renters in poverty.
Oct 10th, 2023
Vos Won’t Attempt To Impeach Elections Administrator Until Lawsuit Finished
Senate President Chris Kapenga has asked the Assembly to start process.
Oct 6th, 2023
Bill Would Hike Bail For Past Bail Jumpers
But ACLU warns it would drastically increase number of people in pretrial detention.
Sep 29th, 2023
DAs in Milwaukee, Dane Counties Urged to Prosecute Abortion Providers
Anti-abortion groups accuse Planned Parenthood of flouting state law.
Sep 27th, 2023
With Lawsuits Pending, Assembly Republicans Approve Redistricting Changes
Fight over gerrymandering now moves to Senate.
Sep 15th, 2023
Republicans Advance Income Tax Cut
Evers promises a veto, calling it a financially 'irresponsible' bill.
Sep 9th, 2023
Bill Would Make It Harder For Candidates To Be Kicked Off Ballots
Proposal, which touches on a 2022 Milwaukee school board race, would add clarity to signature process.
Aug 31st, 2023
Republican Proposal Cuts State Income Taxes By Nearly $3 Billion
GOP legislators claim it targets middle class. Democrats dispute this.
Aug 30th, 2023
Percent of Older Inmates Rising in State, National Prisons
Number of prisoners in state older than 55 tripled in 20 years, increasing medical costs.
Aug 29th, 2023
Ron Johnson Calls for Justice Protasiewicz to Recuse
Joins other Republicans calling for Supreme Count member to recuse on redistricting case.
Aug 26th, 2023
Proposal Would Help Media Outlets Hit With Frivolous, Costly Lawsuits
Democrats' proposal inspired by lawsuit from GOP senator against Wausau publication.
Aug 24th, 2023
Bill Requires Judge’s OK Before Prosecutors Could Drop Certain Charges
Law enforcement groups support it, ACLU opposes it.
Aug 23rd, 2023
State’s Crime Labs Processing DNA Evidence Faster
Much faster than nationally. But toxicology test turnaround time has gotten worse.
Aug 19th, 2023
AG Kaul Wants Sealed Catholic Church Records
Bankruptcy case sealed records, but Kaul says information could help update list of credibly accused priests.
Aug 12th, 2023
Dane County To Reimburse Employees Traveling for Abortions
County 'has to keep up with the many private employers who are offering a similar benefit.'
Jul 25th, 2023
Wisconsin Has Record Number of Jobs
52,900 more than year prior. Unemployment near record low.
Jul 21st, 2023
Wisconsin’s False Electors, Kaul In Spotlight After Those in Michigan Charged
Attorney General has declined to say whether he's pursuing charges against those that attempted to subvert 2020 election.
Jul 20th, 2023
Tiffany Far Behind Baldwin In Fundraising
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin raised $3 million in 2nd quarter of 2023, vs $114,000 for possible challenger, U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany.
Jul 18th, 2023
Wisconsin Licensing Division Will See Budget Increase
The Department of Safety and Professional Services has been criticized for delays.
Jul 14th, 2023
Wisconsin Summer Nights Are Getting Warmer
Another consequence of climate change, and one which is likely to add stress for people.
Jul 13th, 2023
Evers Veto Preserves Medicaid Coverage of Gender Affirming Care
GOP measure blocked coverage of gender reassignment surgeries, puberty blockers.
Jul 7th, 2023
Kaul Charges Republicans Gutted School Safety Office
Democratic AG says budget decision leaves less resources 'for keeping our kids safe.'
Jun 10th, 2023
Campaign Rivals Kaul, Toney Call For Crime Lab Funding
Public defenders, district attorneys join coalition's push for more crime lab staffing.
Jun 7th, 2023
Wisconsin ‘Safe Harbor’ Bill Bans Prosecuting Minors for Prostitution
Bipartisan legislation intended to aid fight against sex trafficking.
Jun 4th, 2023
State Getting $7.5M Settlement From Opioid Addiction Treatment Producer
In 2016, Wisconsin joined an anti-trust lawsuit against Indivior, the maker of a drug used to treat opioid addiction called Suboxone.
Jun 3rd, 2023
Wisconsin Joins Lawsuit Against Phone Company That Allows Predatory Calls
Avid Telecom is being sued by 48 states for allowing billions of scam calls.
May 25th, 2023
State Supreme Court Upholds Marsy’s Law
6-1 ruling rejects lawsuit charging that constitutional amendment's wording was misleading.
May 17th, 2023
Former Senator Erpenbach Could Be Confirmed As New Parole Board Leader
His former Republican colleagues will decide whether he can keep job Gov. Evers appointed him to.
May 11th, 2023
Lawsuit Underway On Validity of Wisconsin’s 1849 Abortion Ban
Attorney General Josh Kaul is attempting to get law struck down.
May 5th, 2023
Ex-Cardinal McCarrick Faces Sexual Assault Charge
1970s incident discovered as result of attorney general's clergy abuse task force.
Apr 18th, 2023
GOP Congressman Calls For Abortion Exceptions
As Republicans reel from Supreme Court loss Van Orden calls on party to change.
Apr 16th, 2023
Audit Report Finds State Lags in Monitoring Parolees
But Wisconsin Department of Corrections disputes the findings.
Apr 10th, 2023
Audit Finds Millions of Medicare Funding Unclaimed By Wisconsin
Republican legislators call for tighter oversight by state departments.
Apr 8th, 2023
Voters Pass Referendums Expanding Judges’ Power to Set Cash Bail
Referendums will amend state Constitution. Experts disagree on likely impact.
Apr 5th, 2023
Sen. Baldwin Pushes For Health Care Coverage For Those Leaving Jail
Medicaid loophole leaves vulnerable people released from incarceration without immediate coverage.
Mar 31st, 2023
Why Does April Ballot Have Two Bail Proposals?
Why two constitutional amendments and what impact would they have?
Mar 28th, 2023
More Than 1.6 Million Wisconsin Residents Need To Renew Medicaid Enrollment
Or they risk losing health insurance coverage. Reinstated requirement part of COVID-19 policy wind down.
Mar 10th, 2023
Officials Investigating Alleged Racist Taunts at Basketball Game
Parents of Beloit high school boys basketball players cite taunting at game in Muskego.
Mar 8th, 2023
Attorney General Kaul Pushes For More Funding, Hosts Lawmaker Crime Lab Tours
Kaul, law enforcement agencies want faster turnaround for forensic work.
Mar 3rd, 2023
Evers Budget Funds 80 More Staff to Process Occupational Licenses
Department of Safety and Professional Services has faced criticism for service delays.
Feb 20th, 2023
Former UW-Madison Chancellor Rebecca Blank Dies At 67
Served for nearly a decade, through COVID-19 pandemic, hailed as strong leader.
Feb 20th, 2023
DAs Offices Across State Struggle to Hire Attorneys
Low pay and a national shortage cause staffing issue, possible 'constitutional crisis.'
Feb 8th, 2023
Gov. Evers’ Budget Expected To Support His “Year of Mental Health” Declaration
Budget proposal expected to include millions for expanding mental health programs, including in schools.
Jan 28th, 2023
State Committee Votes To Allow LGBTQ+ Conversion Therapy To Continue
Republican lawmakers vote to block rule that prohibits widely discredited practice.
Jan 12th, 2023
FDA Approves Abortion Pill But Wisconsin Left Out
Federal ruling allows sale by pharmacies, but state's 1849 abortion ban prevents this.
Jan 7th, 2023
Evers’ Technical College Board Appointees Will Finally Serve
Three Walker board appointees will step down 20 months after their terms expired.
Jan 4th, 2023
After 4 Years, 180 Appointees by Gov. Evers Haven’t Been Confirmed
Republican Senate leaves them in limbo. 'Tell me what I need to do,' Ever says.
Jan 3rd, 2023
New Maps Could Gain State $1 Billion for Broadband
Federal infrastructure funding to states depends on FCC internet connectively maps.
Dec 13th, 2022
Many State High School Students Have Anxiety, Depression
One third of students report suffering from depression, highest since survey began in 1999.
Dec 7th, 2022
Harassment or Free Speech?
Wisconsin Supreme Court reviewing case of man currently barred from being near Planned Parenthood nurse practitioner
Dec 2nd, 2022
Crowded Supreme Court Race To Become Partisan Battles
Four candidates are running, with the conservative-liberal split of court hanging in balance.
Dec 1st, 2022
Waukesha Parade Judge To Run For State Supreme Court
Walker appointee, Circuit Court Judge Jennifer Dorow, will be fourth candidate in race.
Nov 29th, 2022
Turkeys Living Good In Wisconsin
Huge growth of wild turkeys in Wisconsin with many in cities, suburbs.
Nov 27th, 2022
State Opioid Deaths Set New Record
1,427 opioid-related deaths in 2021, up 16% over 2020 record and 70% more than in 2018.
Nov 21st, 2022
Anti-Transgender MPS Counselor Suing To Get Job Back
Marissa Darlingh gave anti-trans speech outside Capitol after identifying herself as MPS elementary counselor.
Nov 17th, 2022
State School Report Cards Show Mostly Positive Results
95% of districts met or exceeded exceptions. But urban systems lagged behind.
Nov 16th, 2022
Don’t Disband Elections Commission Says Its Administrator
Commission is bipartisan by design and must hold public meetings. Michels had suggested eliminating Walker-created commission.
Nov 11th, 2022
Bernie Sanders Barnstorms Wisconsin
Democrat Socialist campaigns for state Dems in four college towns: Eau Claire, La Crosse, Madison and Oshkosh.
Nov 5th, 2022
Why Wisconsin Election Results Will Come In Late
It all comes down to state regulations on counting absentee ballots.
Nov 4th, 2022
Wisconsin Supreme Court Leader Says Judges Shouldn’t Be Intimidated By Threats
But Chief Justice Annette Ziegler acknowledges “threats are on the rise.”
Nov 3rd, 2022
Evers Outraises Michels in Election
Governor has raised nearly $28 million this year, about $3 million more than his challenger.
Nov 2nd, 2022
Toney Highlights Crime in Attorney General Race
Republican challenger pushes to handle local Milwaukee crimes, chases election fraud.
Nov 1st, 2022
Kaul’s Campaign Pushes Abortion Rights
Democratic Attorney General also pushes gun control, environmental protection in closely fought battle for reelection.
Oct 31st, 2022
Attorney General Candidates Spar Over Abortion, Gun Control in Debate
Race pits incumbent Democrat Josh Kaul against Republican challenger Eric Toney
Oct 28th, 2022
Early In-Person Voting Begins In State
Even as election lawsuits continue, nearly 260,000 voters across Wisconsin have submitted absentee ballots.
Oct 26th, 2022
Appeals Court Halts Restriction on Absentee Ballot Spoiling
Waukesha County judge ruled last week that absentee ballots couldn't be replaced at voter request. Democrats objected.
Oct 11th, 2022
Judge Dismisses Conservative Group’s Lawsuit Over Biden’s Student Debt Plan
But WILL promises to appeal the decision the whole way to the Supreme Court.
Oct 7th, 2022
Judge’s Ruling Blocks Canceling and Replacing of Absentee Ballots
Former AG Brad Schimel, now Waukesha judge, blocks "ballot spoiling."
Oct 6th, 2022
Conservative Wisconsin Group Sues Over Biden’s Student Loan Proposal
Department of Education hopes to open debt relief applications later this month.
Oct 4th, 2022
What’s Next For Lawsuit Over Wisconsin’s 1849 Abortion Ban?
Attorney General Josh Kaul pursuing lawsuit to block law's enforcement.
Oct 2nd, 2022
Attorney General Seeks Huge Spending Hike
Calling it a ‘crime-fighting budget,’ Kaul wants a roughly 60% increase in next biennium.
Sep 28th, 2022
State Is Awash in Election Ads
Wisconsin is an “epicenter,” national leader in U.S. Senate election ads.
Sep 27th, 2022
Legislators Okay $31 Million For Opioid Treatment
Joint Finance makes $3 million change in how Evers planned to spend opioid suit settlement money.
Sep 10th, 2022
