Politics
It’s Been a Hot Summer for News
An insider's take on Canadian tariffs and Wisconsin, Elon Musk and elections.
Aug 31st, 2026 by Steven Walters
Flock Lobbyists Flocking to State Capitols
As cities resist cameras, Flock Safety spent $2 million lobbying, including $102,000 in Wisconsin.
Aug 30th, 2026 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin Examiner
Wisconsin Prisons Hit Record Population
Overcrowding strains staff and inmates, increases danger, forces cuts in programs.
Aug 30th, 2026 by Natalie Yahr
Wisconsin Tax Collections 2% Higher Than Expected
Could hike budget surplus to $3 billion, will be issue in governor's race.
Aug 30th, 2026 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
Tiffany Splits with Trump on Renaming Lake Ontario
Crowley says new round of tariffs on Canada would hurt Wisconsin farmers.
Aug 29th, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
How A U.S.-Canada Tariff Fight Hits Wisconsin’s Small Businesses
Consultant says uncertainty and higher input costs may stall hiring and investment across the state.
Aug 28th, 2026 by Richelle Wilson, Wisconsin Public Radio
Greater Milwaukee Committee Names Garcia-Thomas Permanent CEO
Joel Brennan won't return following gubernatorial bid.
Aug 28th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
AI Deepfakes Hit Wisconsin’s Most Competitive Congressional Race
An AI-crafted “anointed” candidate video fuels a broader debate over deception and free speech in campaigns.
Aug 28th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Racine School Board Clash Escalates Over Facebook Slur Aimed At Women
Dem Party chair Kelly Gallaher files complaint against board clerk and GOP challenger to Rep. Angelina Cruz.
Aug 27th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Supervisor Unveils $13 Million Plan To Overhaul Playgrounds, Other Public Infrastructure
Sup. Rolland believes he's found a way to have the county's limited resources make a more direct impact.
Aug 27th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Gov. Evers Asks Trump for Disaster Declaration for July Tornado
July 27 storms damaged more than 2,300 residential buildings, destroyed 84.
Aug 27th, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
Key County Committee Approves Courthouse Project
Ad hoc committee backs $897 million project to replace deteriorating Safety Building.
Aug 26th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
