Politics
Wisconsin Center CEO Clears Out Office Amid Closed-Door Board Talks
Letter from longtime staffer says Marty Brooks packed up, as situation harms WCD staff morale.
Jun 3rd, 2026 by Jeramey JanneneLoss of Funding Could Close Up to 25% of State’s Child Care Agencies
Report warns lack of public dollars could limit access to Wisconsin's 'wealthiest families.'
Jun 3rd, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public RadioUW Regents Weigh 2% Tuition Hike, Fourth Straight Year Of Increases
Proposal would raise UW-Madison tuition to $12,416 as GOP lawmakers blast the plan as a betrayal.
Jun 2nd, 2026 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin ExaminerFBI Knocks, Milwaukee Answers With Two New Law Firms On Its Side
City taps national legal groups for 'election-related needs.'
Jun 2nd, 2026 by Jeramey JanneneJudge Weighs Whether Wisconsin Must Offer E-Ballots To Disabled Voters
Lawsuit says paper-only absentee voting denies a secret ballot to 110,000 residents with print disabilities.
Jun 2nd, 2026 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio10 Candidates Make Wisconsin Governor’s Ballot As Filing Closes
Democrats crowd the field with eight hopefuls, while Tom Tiffany is the lone Republican to qualify.
Jun 2nd, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public RadioAfter ICE Detention, Sheboygan Falls Mom Returns Home To Uncertain Future
Released on bond, Elvira Benitez-Suarez still faces a federal appeal over her green card win.
Jun 2nd, 2026 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public RadioOne in Five Wisconsin Republican Legislators Are Retiring
Four Milwaukee-area Republicans and key Senate leaders are among those stepping down this year.
Jun 1st, 2026 by Steven WaltersWisconsin Supreme Court Will Hear Challenge To Congressional Map
Appeal argues districts are an anti-competitive gerrymander favoring incumbents, not parties.
Jun 1st, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
County Will Pay For McGovern Park Senior Center Plan
But can it afford to build what's designed?
May 31st, 2026 by Graham KilmerWisconsin Leads Nation In Teacher Union Membership Losses
Union leaders dispute conservative think tank’s report even as membership falls sharply statewide.
May 29th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public RadioSupervisors Authorize Sheriff to Tow Reckless Drivers
Reckless drivers caught by MCSO will have to pay a fine to get their vehicle back.
May 29th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer























