The State of Politics

The State of Politics: Evers Has a Very Busy Spring
The State of Politics

Evers Has a Very Busy Spring

Governor traveling state, pushing big agenda. A sign he will run for reelection?

The State of Politics: Meet the Legislature’s Fiscal Big Shots
The State of Politics

Meet the Legislature’s Fiscal Big Shots

16 members of Finance, mostly Republicans, decide what's in the state budget.

The State of Politics: Republicans Face Big Questions at State Convention
The State of Politics

Republicans Face Big Questions at State Convention

Big loss in spring election, party divisions, and who will run for governor?

The State of Politics: The New Ways of Capitol Lawmaking
The State of Politics

The New Ways of Capitol Lawmaking

Passing constitutional amendments and seeking muscular high court rulings.

The State of Politics: Legislature Could Pass Several Budgets
The State of Politics

Legislature Could Pass Several Budgets

Uncertainty over federal funds could make usual all-inclusive budget impossible.

The State of Politics: Why Is Constitutional Amendment On the Ballot?
The State of Politics

Why Is Constitutional Amendment On the Ballot?

Photo ID is already the law. Why is constitutional amendment needed?

The State of Politics: State Superintendent Race Has Big Stakes
The State of Politics

State Superintendent Race Has Big Stakes

Incumbent Jill Underly faces tough challenge by Brittany Kinser.

The State of Politics: A Deja Vu Election for State Supreme Court
The State of Politics

A Deja Vu Election for State Supreme Court

Looks like repeat of 2023 Protasiewicz v. Kelly race. But with key differences.

The State of Politics: Evers Wants More Taxes for Roads
The State of Politics

Evers Wants More Taxes for Roads

Republicans may oppose plan which includes $120 hike in vehicle license fee.

The State of Politics: Evers Proposes 12 Tax Cuts or Hikes
The State of Politics

Evers Proposes 12 Tax Cuts or Hikes

His budget would greatly change state taxes. Republicans aren't buying it.

The State of Politics: Prison Reforms Impact Many Legislators
The State of Politics

Prison Reforms Impact Many Legislators

One-third of all districts affected. Evers 'take it or leave it' plan likely to get lots of discussion and review.

The State of Politics: Federal Funds Uncertainty Threatens State Budget
The State of Politics

Federal Funds Uncertainty Threatens State Budget

$28 billion of projected two-year budget is supposed to come from federal funds.