Politics
Trump’s Marijuana Order Shifts Federal Policy, But Not Wisconsin Law
Reclassifying medical cannabis leaves it largely illegal here, yet fuels hopes for change in Madison.
Apr 24th, 2026 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
No Recusal, No Misconduct Review In Wisconsin False Elector Forgery Case
Troupis’ attempt to sideline two liberal justices and challenge a Dane County judge falls flat at the Supreme Court.
Apr 24th, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
As Student Homelessness Hits New High, Capitol Debate Stalls On Solutions
More than 20,000 Wisconsin students identified in recent school year, but protections for unaccompanied youth did not advance.
Apr 23rd, 2026 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
Council Demands Release Of Salah Sarsour From ICE Detention
Unanimous vote backs Islamic Society leader while lawyers' habeas petition calls jailing illegal.
Apr 22nd, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
County HR Director Resigns After Health Care Scandal
Margo Franklin was at center of controversy that rocked Crowley's campaign for governor.
Apr 22nd, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Council Adds Key Caveat To Mask Ban For ICE
Though proposal 'watered down,' alders say they're proud. Was a key group forgotten?
Apr 22nd, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
The Irony of Trump’s SAVE Act
The data suggests it would reduce Republican turnout.
Apr 22nd, 2026 by Bruce Thompson
Judge Denies Attempt to Block Union Elections at West Allis, Madison Clinics
Rogers Behavioral Health fighting to stop workers from forming union.
Apr 22nd, 2026 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
State’s Utilities Running Scared
After decades of high profits and executive salaries, why they could face opposition.
Apr 22nd, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Earth Day 2026 Arrives at Fraught Climate Moment
Founded 60 years ago by Wisconsin Sen. Gaylord Nelson. Were stakes ever higher?
Apr 22nd, 2026 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
Did Republican Party Leaders Discuss Firing Brian Schimming?
He's still the state chair. And party leaders won't discuss details of their weekend meeting.
Apr 22nd, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
What Does A Rising Assessment Mean For My Taxes?
The average property value increased 6% in Milwaukee. How will that affect you?
Apr 22nd, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
