Politics
We Won’t Act Like Republicans, Wisconsin Democrats Say
Democrats hope to gain legislative majority in 2026 election.
Dec 22nd, 2025 by Brittany Carloni
Planes, Highways and Outer Space Keep Duffy Busy
The busy life of the Wisconsin-born Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy.
Dec 22nd, 2025 by Steven Walters
LGBTQ+ Advocates Condemn RFK Jr.’s Gender-Affirming Care Rules
Ends Medicare, Medicaid funding to hospitals that offer gender-affirming care.
Dec 22nd, 2025 by Bridgit Bowden, Wisconsin Public Radio
After Dugan Verdict Comes Politics and Courthouse Uncertainty
Milwaukee judge has become national symbol of clash over ICE arrests.
Dec 21st, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Wisconsin Republicans Threaten to Impeach Judge Hannah Dugan
Resign or face impeachment, state Assembly and Senate leaders warn.
Dec 20th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
City May Pay To End Lawsuit Claiming Inspector General Was “Judge, Jury, Executioner”
$50,000 settlement would resolve lawsuit from one of Tearman Spencer's top deputies.
Dec 19th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Gray Wolf Protections in Jeopardy as House Passes Delisting Bill
Backed by Wisconsin’s GOP delegation, the measure would shift control to states, with critics warning wolves could be hunted and trapped back toward extinction.
Dec 19th, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Rule Change Aims To Boost Kin Placements For Wisconsin Foster Children
With 39% of foster kids already first placed with relatives, state officials hope streamlined rules will connect even more children to family.
Dec 19th, 2025 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
Alderwoman Seeks To Regulate Data Centers in Milwaukee
Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic's proposal would start with a "pause" on local development.
Dec 19th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Jury Delivers Split Verdict in Dugan Trial
Dugan acquitted of concealing, found guilty of felony obstruction. Defense attorney says case is "a long way from over."
Dec 18th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Attorneys Spar Over Dugan’s Intent, Evidence in Closing Arguments
Was Dugan trying her best under difficult circumstances? Or did she intend to take the law into her own hands that day in April?
Dec 18th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Aranda Leans on Nonpartisan Record in Partisan Fight for 1st District Seat
Candidate cites Whitewater school board service and work with Spanish-speaking families as proof he can “work across the aisle” and broaden the Democratic electorate.
Dec 18th, 2025 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
