Politics
Tens Of Thousands Could Lose BadgerCare As Work Rules Kick In
DHS warns 200,000 adults will face new federal requirements, with 63,000 missing key paperwork.
Jul 31st, 2026 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public RadioWEC CEO Says Oracle Will Meet Tough Data Center Finance Rules
Utility leader backs $15 billion Port Washington project despite lawsuit and credit downgrade.
Jul 31st, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public RadioBarnes Drops Out of Race for Governor
Former lieutenant governor drops out after disappointing Marquette Poll, calls for party unity.
Jul 30th, 2026 by Graham KilmerPTSD and Torture Claims by Salah Sarsour Contested in Federal Hearing
Federal immigration officials seek to deport president of Islamic Society of Milwaukee.
Jul 30th, 2026 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin ExaminerMainstream Democrats Pin Hopes on David Crowley’s Reboot Campaign for Governor
A revived campaign with Gov. Evers backing as mainstream alternative to frontrunner Francesca Hong.
Jul 30th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public RadioJudge Rejects Attempt to Let Absentee Voters Recast Ballots After Candidates Withdraw
Dane County judge denies lawsuit to reverse Wisconsin Elections Commission ruling.
Jul 30th, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public RadioGOP Chair Schimming Says Hong Makes Job Easier
Wisconsin Republican leader says State Rep. Francesca Hong has "unique weaknesses."
Jul 29th, 2026 by Graham KilmerAppeals Court Upholds Act 10, Likely Sending Case to WI Supreme Court
2-1 conservative majority overrules Dane County court decision overturning collective bargaining law.
Jul 29th, 2026 by Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public RadioCrowley Was Weakest in Democratic Governor Debate
And Hong looked inexperienced at times. Which candidates were the strongest?
Jul 29th, 2026 by Bruce MurphyHong Leads Democratic Primary for Governor Once Again in New Marquette Poll
38% support Hong, 16% support Barnes, 7% support Crowley.
Jul 29th, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public RadioFaith Leaders Call on Next Governor to Embrace Clean Energy
More than 100 leaders across the state agree that 'the climate crisis is a spiritual crisis.'
Jul 29th, 2026 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin ExaminerLegislature Gives WisEye $250,000 to Operate for Rest of 2026
The financially troubled live-stream service has covered the Legislature since 2007.
Jul 29th, 2026 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner























