Politics
Wisconsin’s 150 Ginseng Growers Slammed By Tariffs
'I'm fighting in a trade war,' laments the top producer.
Jun 30th, 2025 by Bruce MurphyWhat the Upset in NYC Mayor’s Race Could Mean for Wisconsin
Could another Bernie Sanders-backed, young Democrat defeat Rep. Van Orden?
Jun 30th, 2025 by Ruth Conniff, Wisconsin ExaminerThe Rise of Jill Karofsky
From circuit court judge to Supreme Court chief justice in just five years.
Jun 30th, 2025 by Steven WaltersBirthright Citizenship Stands in Wisconsin After Supreme Court Order
Kaul joins other attorney generals in seeking nationwide protection.
Jun 29th, 2025 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public RadioSDC Asks Federal Government to Reverse State’s Funding Cutoff
WI Department of Children and Families ended SDC’s eligibility for block grants.
Jun 29th, 2025 by Meredith Melland, Milwaukee Neighborhood News ServiceLawmakers Release Funds for Literacy But Delay Much of State Budget
Joint Finance Committee can't decide funding for UW system, Medicaid, child care.
Jun 28th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public RadioFacial Recognition Resolution Passes
Unanimous vote asks Sheriff's office to adopt guidelines to protect civil liberties.
Jun 28th, 2025 by Graham KilmerFederal Judge Halts Job Corps Shutdown
Judge finds U.S. Department of Labor likely violated the law.
Jun 28th, 2025 by Graham KilmerPolice Chief Jeffrey Norman Given Four-Year Contract Extension
Chief receives praise, large raise. But who is the city's highest paid employee?
Jun 27th, 2025 by Jeramey JanneneCourt’s Rejection of Redistricting Lawsuits Yields Many Questions
Court denied lawsuits without explanation, leaving court watchers and political analysts to wonder why, and what comes next.
Jun 27th, 2025 by Rich Kremer and Anya Van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public RadioUW Health Doesn’t Have To Bargain With Nurses Says Supreme Court
In unanimous decision, justices say Act 10 ended mandatory collective bargaining for hospital authority.
Jun 27th, 2025 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public RadioAfter Shocking Budget Shortfall, County Orders Up MCTS Audit
County executive, board and comptroller all caught off guard by $11 million deficit.
Jun 27th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer