Politics
Feds Contest Former Judge Dugan’s Attempt to Overturn Conviction
Prosecutors argue Dugan has no grounds to request a new trial.
Feb 21st, 2026 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
WI Assembly Passes Deals on PFAS, SNAP Funding
The bills must pass the WI Senate before they could head to Gov. Evers' desk.
Feb 21st, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Milwaukee Democrat Faces Primary Challenger
Challenger will take on three-term Democrat who has fallen out of favor with colleagues.
Feb 20th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Political Parties Join Legal Battle Over Wisconsin Voter Data
Trump administration attempting to get access to Wisconsin's voter information.
Feb 20th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Lawmakers Move To Ban Data Center Gag Orders On Local Officials
Bill would prohibit nondisclosure agreements on data center projects while preserving trade secret protections, sponsors say.
Feb 20th, 2026 by Trevor Hook, Wisconsin Public Radio
Another Black History Month, Another Capitol Fight In Wisconsin
A resolution naming eight late Black Wisconsinites is the latest flashpoint in a yearslong partisan dispute.
Feb 20th, 2026 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
‘400-Year Veto’ Fight Heads To Wisconsin Voters In November
Assembly also passes sports betting bill and a wake boat bill with unusual rider.
Feb 20th, 2026 by Rich Kremer and Anya Van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Robin Vos Announces Retirement
Longest serving Assembly Speaker in Wisconsin history won't run for reelection.
Feb 19th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin PSC, UW-Madison Partner For Nuclear Power Site Search
Gov. Evers says nuclear power could be 'game changer' for state.
Feb 19th, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
Bryan Steil Becomes Leading Election Denier
The Republican congressman voted to uphold Trump’s 2020 defeat. What happened?
Feb 19th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
After Settlement, Attorney Believes Issue Remains With City’s Inspector General
Plus: First Tearman Spencer may get to trial this year.
Feb 19th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Assembly GOP Reverses Course on Health Care Bills
After years of resistance, Republicans back plan to expand Medicaid access and lower barriers for breast cancer screenings.
Feb 19th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
