Politics
School 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 Examiner
For 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 Walters
7 Things to Watch as Democrats Take Control of Wisconsin State Government
Lots of changes, new appointments, key elections coming.
Nov 9th, 2026 by Brittany Carloni
Gov. 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 Examiner
Wisconsin 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 Radio
Wisconsin’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
Senate Republicans Choose Sen. Julian Bradley as Minority Leader
New Berlin senator is a former realtor and professional wrestler.
Nov 8th, 2026 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
Dane County Moves Forward With Body Cams For Sheriff’s Deputies
Supervisors back $3 million in 2027 funding as officials promise public input on policy.
Nov 7th, 2026 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
Board Adopts $1.5 Billion Budget, After Dealing With Accounting Error
Supervisors kill key parking policy.
Nov 6th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Council Rewrites Mayor’s Budget, Setting Up Potential Veto Fight
Employee raises, public utility study, library hours and street repairs among changes. Property taxes rise slightly.
Nov 6th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Governor-Elect Crowley Eyes Bold Agenda, Warns Against Overreach
With full Democratic control, Crowley says success hinges on delivering, not spiking the ball.
Nov 6th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Council Approves $1.35 Million to Study We Energies Takeover
Unanimous vote advances effort to create publicly owned electric utility.
Nov 6th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
