Politics
Report Says No State Tax On Tips, Overtime Would Cost Wisconsin $2.7 Billion
Forward Analytics finds big savings for workers, big revenue loss for the state over 10 years.
Oct 23rd, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
Wisconsin Scrubs Nursing Home Owners From Public Directory
Older adult advocates say the change shields private buyers and weakens family choice on care homes.
Oct 23rd, 2026 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public Radio
Supervisors Save Education Aid, Food Assistance From Budget Cuts
Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson-Bovell said the amendment funds community priorities.
Oct 23rd, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Wisconsin Center District Approves Settlement With Fired CEO Marty Brooks
Brooks, who made scorched-earth case against board after being terminated for cause, wins big payday.
Oct 23rd, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
After Summer Mixup, Election Commission Approves New Poll Worker Instructions
New instructions include images, will be available to public.
Oct 22nd, 2026 by Lauren Hafeman
In-Person Absentee Voting Surges Across Wisconsin
First day early turnout jumps 65% as mail-in ballots drop sharply from 2022 levels.
Oct 22nd, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Crowley, Tiffany Clash In Lone Governor Debate As Trump Looms Large
Candidates spar over taxes, transportation, abortion and 2020 election.
Oct 21st, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Judge Dismisses Suit Opposing Port Washington Residents New Power
Angry over data center, voters passed ordinance requiring their approval of TID deals over $10 million.
Oct 21st, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
Cooke, Van Orden Fiercely Opposed in Debate for 3rd District House Seat
Cooke says she backs an 'America first agenda.' Van Orden offers her a MAGA hat.
Oct 21st, 2026 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
How To Vote Early in Milwaukee
Milwaukee offers many locations, options for casting a ballot before the Nov. 3 election.
Oct 21st, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Steil, Berman Face Off in Debate for 1st Congressional District Seat
Republican incumbent defends Trump's policies. Democrat calls for change.
Oct 21st, 2026 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
Mayor, Congresswoman Moore Stump for Crowley As Early Voting Begins
'We need to make sure people feel comfortable going out to cast their ballot.'
Oct 21st, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
