Politics

Biden Promotes Clean Energy Funds in Wisconsin Visit

Biden Promotes Clean Energy Funds in Wisconsin Visit

The trip to Westby was Biden’s first Wisconsin visit since dropping out of the presidential race in July.

New Program Will Fund Driver’s Ed For Low-Income Students

New Program Will Fund Driver’s Ed For Low-Income Students

Insurance industry fees will cover 100% of driver’s ed cost. Effort led by Common Ground.

Most Wisconsinites Oppose Criminalizing Abortion, Poll Finds

Most Wisconsinites Oppose Criminalizing Abortion, Poll Finds

78%, including 57% of Republicans, do not want abortion criminalized before fetal viability.

2017 Law Resulting in Long List of Outdated DNR Water Standards

2017 Law Resulting in Long List of Outdated DNR Water Standards

Nearly 50 groundwater standards for PFAS, pesticides, metals and other compounds remain unaddressed.

MKE County: Committee Approves Up To $5,000 Fines for Illegal Dumping in Parks
MKE County

Committee Approves Up To $5,000 Fines for Illegal Dumping in Parks

And costs could go higher if cleanup costs exceed $5,000. Full board approval remains.

Transportation: Canceled BRT Project Saves MCTS Budget Until 2028
Transportation

Canceled BRT Project Saves MCTS Budget Until 2028

Shelving project reduces operational costs, helps MCTS stay solvent.

Data Wonk: Abortions Up In U.S., Down in State
Data Wonk

Abortions Up In U.S., Down in State

Rising since 2017 and even after Dobbs decision. But declining in Wisconsin since 2022.

RFK Jr. Suing to Remove His Name From Wisconsin Presidential Ballot

RFK Jr. Suing to Remove His Name From Wisconsin Presidential Ballot

Argues that keeping him on the ballot violates his right to free speech and association.

Indigenous-Led Campaign Launches to Support Medical Marijuana

Indigenous-Led Campaign Launches to Support Medical Marijuana

New public awareness effort called 'Wisconsin Wellness' pushing for legalization.

UW Tuition Promise Programs Find Success, But Need State Funding

UW Tuition Promise Programs Find Success, But Need State Funding

UWM's program supports tuition for more than 1,000 students.

MKE County: Committee Approves Villa Terrace Takeover Plan
MKE County

Committee Approves Villa Terrace Takeover Plan

The future of Charles Allis Museum meanwhile remains a question mark.

Your Right to Know: Outside Vendors Handling Government Records Raises Issues
Your Right to Know

Outside Vendors Handling Government Records Raises Issues

Companies may not follow state law while charging high rates for record requests.