Politics

Back in the News: Fisker Wants State Law Changed For Potential Foxconn Car Factory
Back in the News

Fisker Wants State Law Changed For Potential Foxconn Car Factory

The electric vehicle company wants to sell cars directly, as opposed to Wisconsin's franchise dealer system.

Sen. Agard Unveils Marijuana Legalization Bill

Sen. Agard Unveils Marijuana Legalization Bill

Outside a dispensary in Illinois, the state lawmaker called for legalization.

Rep. Ron Kind Won’t Run For Another Term

Rep. Ron Kind Won’t Run For Another Term

The La Crosse Democrat was first elected in 1996.

Evers Vetoes GOP Election Bills

Evers Vetoes GOP Election Bills

Legislation would have changed election laws, including those related to absentee ballots.

What Have Conservative-Backed Lawsuits Cost Taxpayers?

What Have Conservative-Backed Lawsuits Cost Taxpayers?

Non-profit law firm WILL has sued over ballot drop boxes, public health orders and building codes.

High Vaccination, Low COVID-19 in State Prisons

High Vaccination, Low COVID-19 in State Prisons

70% of people incarcerated in Wisconsin are vaccinated.

The State of Politics: Thompson Resists GOP Oversight of UW-System COVID-19 Plans
The State of Politics

Thompson Resists GOP Oversight of UW-System COVID-19 Plans

Republican lawmakers passed legislation seizing final authority over UW-System COVID-19 plans.

Private Firm Offered Security Training For Kenosha Businesses

Private Firm Offered Security Training For Kenosha Businesses

A private security company pitched its services to Sheriff David Beth after Rittenhouse shootings.

Could ‘Baby Bonds’ Close Racial Wealth Gap?

Could ‘Baby Bonds’ Close Racial Wealth Gap?

A similar program run by the Ho-Chunk Nation in Wisconsin offers some clues.

State Emergency Management Administrator Enters U.S. Senate Race

State Emergency Management Administrator Enters U.S. Senate Race

Darrell Williams joins the race for the seat held by U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson.

Judge Agrees To Plead Guilty To Child Pornography Charges

Judge Agrees To Plead Guilty To Child Pornography Charges

Brett Blomme faces up to 20 years in prison.

Hundreds of Millions in Housing Aid Still Available

Hundreds of Millions in Housing Aid Still Available

New eviction moratorium is buying time for those behind on rent.