Politics
Evers Vetoes GOP Bill With Limits on School Referendum Requests
One of three Republican education-related bills the governor vetoed.
Mar 28th, 2026 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
Washington County Drops Plans for Charlie J. Kirk Way
County board chair says the plan would have cost more than previously realized.
Mar 28th, 2026 by WPR Staff, Wisconsin Public Radio
Despite Objection, Milwaukee Approves Laser Scanning Requirement
Demolishing a historic building will now require an additional step.
Mar 27th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
County Board Candidate Faces Complaint For Lying In Campaign Ads
Ryan Antczak, candidate for District 11, pled guilty to a similar charge in 2024.
Mar 27th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
How To Vote Early in Milwaukee
Milwaukee offers many options to vote early, but you'll want to check the hours.
Mar 27th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Hits Pause On Violence Prevention Pick After Grant Snub
Loss of a $2 million state grant deepens doubts about Karin Tyler and the future of the new department.
Mar 27th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
E15 Waiver Fuels Relief For Wisconsin Farmers, Worry For Environmentalists
Corn growers hail higher-ethanol summer sales as advocates warn of water and air risks.
Mar 27th, 2026 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public Radio
City of Milwaukee, Common Ground File Lawsuits, Launch Campaign Against Out-of-State Landlord
Highgrove Holdings owns more than 200 properties in city.
Mar 26th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Senator’s Daughter Charged With Stealing Campaign Funds
Elizabeth Johnson served as her father's campaign treasurer for years.
Mar 26th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Wisconsin Led Nation in Union Membership Decline
Wisconsin now a below-average state, report finds.
Mar 26th, 2026 by Richelle Wilson, Wisconsin Public Radio
$80 Million In PFAS Grants Could Start Flowing This Fall
DNR targets private wells, schools and sludge testing as it builds out new PFAS programs statewide.
Mar 26th, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Racine Co. Election Denier Found Guilty of Voter Fraud
Harry Wait requested absentee ballots for Robin Vos and Racine mayor to test the system -- and got caught.
Mar 25th, 2026 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
