Politics
Wisconsin Democrats Sue Trump Over Alleged Tax-Funded Campaign Ads
Federal suit says millions in Homeland Security money were diverted to partisan TV spots before midterms.
Oct 9th, 2026 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
Republicans Move To Repeal Data Center Tax Break They Once Championed
New bill would scrap a lucrative incentive for data centers that GOP lawmakers pushed into prior budget.
Oct 9th, 2026 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
Milwaukee’s Financial Strains Growing, Warns Policy Forum
Annual budget analysis says city has made progress, but rising costs and reliance on reserves threaten long-term stability.
Oct 9th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Grants Help Schools Meet New Financial Literacy Graduation Rule
Nearly $300,000 will support districts as Wisconsin requires a personal finance class to graduate.
Oct 9th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Environmental Groups Sue Trump Administration, USDA Over Rural Solar Funding Cutoff
Lawsuit says rule changes to Bush-era program made most solar projects ineligible and stuck farmers with big bills.
Oct 9th, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
Four Candidates Line Up For Three Milwaukee County Judgeships
Incumbent Jack Dávila draws a challenger as two longtime judges retire ahead of 2027 vote.
Oct 9th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Kaul Says DOJ Needs More Staff To Speed Public Records Responses
Attorney general cites budget cuts and renewed funding request; rival Eric Toney skips transparency survey.
Oct 9th, 2026 by Jonathan Anderson
Board Approves New Transmission Line, Despite Data Center Fears
Supervisors concerned that northwest side transmission line is trojan horse for data center development.
Oct 8th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Obama Endorses David Crowley In Governor’s Race
Former president backs Milwaukee County executive less than a month before Election Day.
Oct 8th, 2026 by Avery Martinez, Wisconsin Public Radio
For Wisconsin Families, Affordability Trumps All In Governor’s Race
With tariffs, war and high energy costs in the background, candidates spar over state-level relief plans.
Oct 8th, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
Tiffany Pushes Tax Break That Mostly Helps Wealthy
The truth about the Manufacturing and Agriculture Tax Credit.
Oct 8th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Clark, Alfonso Clash Over MAGA Agenda In 7th District Debate
Northwoods candidates spar on Trump tariffs, schools, Line 5 and Middle East wars in Duluth forum.
Oct 8th, 2026 by Avery Martinez, Wisconsin Public Radio
