Politics
Wisconsin Rapids Becomes Flashpoint In State’s Data Center Backlash
Residents, comedians and a former NYC mayor collide over plans for the historic mill property.
Aug 7th, 2026 by Avery Martinez, Wisconsin Public Radio
From Canceling Thanksgiving To Calling It Her Favorite Holiday
Francesca Hong recalibrates her online persona as Republicans seize on years-old tweets.
Aug 7th, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
With Evers And Moore Behind Him, Crowley Tries To Flip The Script
Backed by key Democrats, the Milwaukee County executive still trails Hong but says he has enough time.
Aug 6th, 2026 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
The Corey Ruiz Shooting and Police Training
UW Law School professor has interviewed police and studied police training videos. He sees a problem.
Aug 6th, 2026 by Natalie Yahr
Arrests at Madison Encampment Site Climb to 22 After Overnight Skirmishes
30 to 40 protesters of Corey Ruiz killing set fires and clashed with police in early hours of Tuesday.
Aug 5th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Most Republicans Support Raising the Minimum Wage
Why don't Republican politicians like Tom Tiffany and Wisconsin legislators?
Aug 5th, 2026 by Bruce Thompson
Crowley Gains Support as Hong Confronts Social Media Controversy
Hong defending her past statements as Crowley is gaining late momentum.
Aug 5th, 2026 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
Trump Administration Cutting Federal Loans for Low-Paying Degrees
Social workers, artists, early childhood education teachers in Wisconsin will be affected.
Aug 5th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Conservative Groups Sue to Stop Online Sports Betting in Wisconsin
Lawsuit claims bipartisan law passed in March and allowing such betting is unconstitutional
Aug 5th, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
County Announces Budget Listening Sessions
Public can provide input on a very difficult situation. County faces $50 million budget gap.
Aug 5th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Crowley Outraises Hong in July, Despite Briefly Leaving Race for Governor
Crowley raised $776,000, compared to $339,000 for Hong. Tiffany was far ahead of both.
Aug 5th, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Finance Report Reveals Chaos of Sara Rodriguez’s Campaign for Governor
Did her campaign improperly coordinate with independent issues group?
Aug 5th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
