Politics
Bill Requires School Rules to Prevent Staff Grooming Students
To prevent sexual misconduct, policies must define appropriate interactions.
Jan 10th, 2026 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
Judge Denies DA’s Move To Merge Tearman Spencer Cases
Spencer's attorney says they're ready to take cases to trial.
Jan 9th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Van Orden Votes With Democrats on Health Care Subsidies
A 'temporary patch' for a broken system says Congressman. Dems called it 'performative.'
Jan 9th, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Wisconsin Communities Protest Fatal ICE Shooting in Minneapolis
Dozens gathered in La Crosse Friday afternoon. More demonstrations are scheduled in Madison, Milwaukee, Appleton
Jan 9th, 2026 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public Radio
Finalists Named For Top Housing Authority Role
Including one with an open federal lawsuit over his last job.
Jan 9th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Fatal ICE Shooting Spurs Sharp Partisan Divide Among Wisconsin Leaders
From calls to dismantle ICE to claims of domestic terrorism, state politicians offer starkly different reactions.
Jan 9th, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
‘Clear as Mud’ Hemp Rules Targeted by Wisconsin Lawmakers
After Congress closed a hemp loophole, legislators float competing plans that could reshape THC products or shut many of them down entirely.
Jan 9th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Art Teacher, Fashion Designer Becomes Presumptive County Supervisor
With no challengers in April, LeeVan Roundtree Jr. is set to represent Milwaukee County’s 5th District on the board.
Jan 9th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
From Solitary To Soap Prices, Lawmakers Probe Wisconsin’s Prisons
A yearlong review and emotional testimony on hygiene, menstruation and supervision power imbalances frame the latest hearing.
Jan 8th, 2026 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin Examiner
Lawmakers Seek Hospital Price Transparency
Hospitals say they should focus on insurance companies.
Jan 8th, 2026 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
DEI, Veto Amendments Could Be on November Ballot
Hearings highlight sharp divides over race-conscious programs and who should control tax increases.
Jan 8th, 2026 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
More Recess? Bill Would Give Every Student Council Candidate Their Wish
Proposal would mandate at least 60 minutes of recess through 6th grade.
Jan 8th, 2026 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
