Politics
Janesville Passes Referendum Limiting Data Centers, Part of National Wave
41 ballot measures passed in last week's election as nation and Wisconsin resist centers.
Nov 10th, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public RadioWI Health Officials Advise Early Measles Vaccines for Some Infants Amid Outbreak
Wisconsin, with third lowest vaccination rate in U.S., has 477 confirmed cases in 15 counties.
Nov 10th, 2026 by Richelle Wilson, Wisconsin Public RadioBarnes Charges JS Reporter Who Slept With Him Worked on ‘Defamatory’ Story
Explosive complaint charges conflict of interest in newspaper's story about former Lt. Governor.
Nov 10th, 2026 by Bruce MurphyGov.-Elect Crowley Says He’d Sign Bill With New Wisconsin Congressional Map
Senate Dem leader Dianne Hesselbein says Legislature must make sure districts aren't 'rigged.'
Nov 10th, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public RadioChairwoman Nicholson-Bovell Launches Campaign for County Executive
County board chair to campaign on expanding parks and transit while maintaining fiscal stability.
Nov 10th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Is Wisconsin Now a Blue State?
So says Tommy Thompson. But he’s dead wrong.
Nov 9th, 2026 by Bruce MurphySchool Referendums Seeking More Funds Get More Challenging
Just 55% passed in November election compared to 70% in 2024, 80% in 2022.
Nov 9th, 2026 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin ExaminerFor First Time in 18 Years, Democrats Control Budget Process
Which legislators will serve on two key committees deciding how to spend $114 billion?
Nov 9th, 2026 by Steven Walters7 Things to Watch as Democrats Take Control of Wisconsin State Government
Lots of changes, new appointments, key elections coming.
Nov 9th, 2026 by Brittany CarloniGov. Evers Joins Criminal Justice Advocates at Gala
Praise for governor's commutations and calls for more criminal justice reforms.
Nov 9th, 2026 by Frank Zufall, Wisconsin ExaminerWisconsin State Trooper Detained By ICE
Immigrant from South Africa was held in Dodge County, but will be released from custody.
Nov 8th, 2026 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public RadioWisconsin’s Election Went Smoothly, But Dems Have Plans for Reform
A nonpartisan, independent system to draw fair maps among the goals discussed.
Nov 8th, 2026 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner























