Politics
Evers, Democratic Legislators Praise Court Ruling on Regulations
'For years, a small group of Republican lawmakers overstepped their power.'
Jul 9th, 2025 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin ExaminerMilwaukee a Leader in Gun Thefts
Gun thefts have risen by 42% in 16 large cities, with Milwaukee fourth highest.
Jul 9th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Budget Deficit Fallout Grows, Head of MCTS Resigns
Transit system CEO is second official to resign since surprise deficit announcement.
Jul 8th, 2025 by Graham KilmerParks Committee Backs $30 Million Domes Deal
But supervisors are worried about projects in their districts that won't get funded.
Jul 8th, 2025 by Graham KilmerWI Supreme Court Curtails Legislative Committee’s Rule Making Authority
4-3 decision sides with Evers in dispute over conversion therapy ban.
Jul 8th, 2025 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin ExaminerFederal Judge Recommends Dugan Case Go To Trial
U.S. District Judge Lynn Adelman will decide whether to follow advisory opinion.
Jul 8th, 2025 by Graham KilmerDemocratic Rep. Jenna Jacobson Will Challenge Top GOP State Senator
District held by incumbent Howard Marklein now leans slightly Democratic.
Jul 8th, 2025 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin ExaminerPlanned Parenthood, Family Planning Clinics in Wisconsin Face Federal Cuts
Big Beautiful Bill cuts federal funds for contraception, cancer screening, STD care.
Jul 8th, 2025 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public RadioMayor Johnson Blasts Republicans for Stripping 6th Street Funding
'Big Beautiful Bill' rescinded $36.6 million federal grant for 6th St. reconstruction.
Jul 7th, 2025 by Sophie BolichWI Dept of Corrections Will Hold Hearing on 2014 Law’s Reforms
Act 196 created alternatives to revoking probation and parole, but had little impact.
Jul 7th, 2025 by Frank Zufall, Wisconsin ExaminerHomes of UW Regents Vandalized With Pro-Palestinian Messages
UW statement calls vandalism 'dangerous, unlawful, and unacceptable.'
Jul 7th, 2025 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public RadioState Budget Cuts Stewardship Funds But Underwrites Timber Industry
$100 million for funding public lands cut, $1 million to help timber industry added.
Jul 7th, 2025 by Henry Redman