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Back in the News: State Sen. Carpenter Bashes Bob Donovan
Back in the News

State Sen. Carpenter Bashes Bob Donovan

Did Donovan win funding for freeway sound barriers? Democrat begs to differ.

Businessman Bill Berrien Launches Republican Campaign for Governor

Businessman Bill Berrien Launches Republican Campaign for Governor

Ex-Navy SEAL promises a Trump-style 'shakeup' of Madison.

Housing Plan Wins Key Council Committee Endorsement

Housing Plan Wins Key Council Committee Endorsement

Revised 'Growing MKE' is not perfect, but council should still adopt it say sponsors.

Data Wonk: Abortion, Public Opinion and Court Rulings
Data Wonk

Abortion, Public Opinion and Court Rulings

Recent decision by Wisconsin Supreme Court raises questions.

Evers, Democratic Legislators Praise Court Ruling on Regulations

Evers, Democratic Legislators Praise Court Ruling on Regulations

'For years, a small group of Republican lawmakers overstepped their power.'

Murphy’s Law: Milwaukee a Leader in Gun Thefts
Murphy’s Law

Milwaukee a Leader in Gun Thefts

Gun thefts have risen by 42% in 16 large cities, with Milwaukee fourth highest.

Transportation: Budget Deficit Fallout Grows, Head of MCTS Resigns
Transportation

This content is only for members Budget Deficit Fallout Grows, Head of MCTS Resigns

Transit system CEO is second official to resign since surprise deficit announcement.

MKE County: Parks Committee Backs $30 Million Domes Deal
MKE County

Parks Committee Backs $30 Million Domes Deal

But supervisors are worried about projects in their districts that won't get funded.

WI Supreme Court Curtails Legislative Committee’s Rule Making Authority

WI Supreme Court Curtails Legislative Committee’s Rule Making Authority

4-3 decision sides with Evers in dispute over conversion therapy ban.

Federal Judge Recommends Dugan Case Go To Trial

Federal Judge Recommends Dugan Case Go To Trial

U.S. District Judge Lynn Adelman will decide whether to follow advisory opinion.

Democratic Rep. Jenna Jacobson Will Challenge Top GOP State Senator

Democratic Rep. Jenna Jacobson Will Challenge Top GOP State Senator

District held by incumbent Howard Marklein now leans slightly Democratic.

Planned Parenthood, Family Planning Clinics in Wisconsin Face Federal Cuts

Planned Parenthood, Family Planning Clinics in Wisconsin Face Federal Cuts

Big Beautiful Bill cuts federal funds for contraception, cancer screening, STD care.