Politics
Ron Johnson Will Become Senate Budget Committee Chair
Wisconsin U.S. Senator succeeds to position after death of Sen. Lindsey Graham.
Jul 15th, 2026 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
Northwoods Democrats Vow to Oppose Trump in Their Primary Debate
The 3 Democrats face uphill battle in heavily Republican 7th congressional district.
Jul 15th, 2026 by Avery Martinez, Wisconsin Public Radio
WI Elections Commission Finds Elon Musk Likely Violated Bribery Law
Finds 'probable cause' billionaire broke the law in 2025, refers complaint to district attorney.
Jul 15th, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Rodriguez Campaign Kept Financial Trouble From Crowley
Rodriguez pursued Crowley endorsement even as campaign finance red flags mounted.
Jul 14th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Moore Will Force Council Vote On High-Speed Police Chases
'We’re not going to allow people to die because we’re pursuing somebody for expired plates.'
Jul 14th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
WI Ethics Commission Dismisses GOP Complaint Against DOJ Legal Fellows
Attorney General Josh Kaul called complaint a 'partisan stunt' to prevent DOJ work.
Jul 14th, 2026 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
Democrats Start Attack Ads Against Tiffany
Why did they wait so long? And Democratic primary becomes harder to predict.
Jul 13th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Missed Ad Buy Exposes Big Money Problem For Sara Rodriguez
How a planned $1 million TV blitz became a scramble to reconcile campaign books and fire a top aide.
Jul 13th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Opposing Mayor, Council Members Back Boulevard to Replace I-794
'The mayor is only one part of local government; his position does not reflect that of the entire city.'
Jul 13th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez Fires Campaign Manager in Democratic Governor Race
Blames manager for 'serious mismanagement and inaccuracies' in campaign finance reports.
Jul 13th, 2026 by Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio
ATV Crashes Up in Wisconsin, Alcohol Use a Factor
Some legislators want to strengthen OWI laws. The Tavern League opposes this.
Jul 13th, 2026 by Annie Pulley, The Badger Project
Spencer’s Exit From FPC Marks ‘Big Loss’ As Mayor Names Successor
Executive director hails her impact on commission; Jordan Morales nominated as replacement.
Jul 13th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
