Wisconsin Examiner
Report ‘Cross-Examines’ Wisconsin Criminal Justice System
Spending less than most states on its judicial and legal systems, but more on prisons.
Apr 21st, 2026 by Andrew Kennard, Wisconsin Examiner
Evers’ Commutation Orders An Urgent Issue for Prison Inmates, Advocates
A 9-month window of opportunity to seek release or shorter term of incarceration.
Apr 21st, 2026 by Frank Zufall, Wisconsin Examiner
Police Clash With Animal Rights Activists at Attempted Beagle Rescue
Police use tear gas, rubber bullets against hundreds of protestors at Dane County facility.
Apr 20th, 2026 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin Examiner
State Prison Department Says It Lacks Funding for Mother-Child Program
Blames Legislature for not funding it. ACLU calls for court to levy fines.
Apr 20th, 2026 by Andrew Kennard, Wisconsin Examiner
Legislature Leaves Open Issues of Gerrymandering, Tax Relief
GOP leaders leave special session open, saying they want talks with Gov. Evers.
Apr 15th, 2026 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
Suit Seeks to Declare Wisconsin Fusion Voting Ban Unconstitutional
Allows votes for minor parties to count for major party candidate they endorse.
Apr 14th, 2026 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
WisconsinEye CEO Jon Henkes Hoping for Legislative Special Session
Without action he warns of 'possible permanent shutdown of the network.'
Apr 14th, 2026 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
New Wisconsin Law Targets Overdose Risk After Prison Release
State will seek a federal waiver to cover treatment and meds for eligible people 90 days before release.
Apr 9th, 2026 by Andrew Kennard, Wisconsin Examiner
Dem Lawmakers Call on Steil, Congress, Take Control of Iran War
Trump is ‘not fit to be commander-in-chief,’ they declare, pushing Steil to act.
Apr 8th, 2026 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
Gov. Evers Signs Bills Releasing Funds to Combat PFAS Pollution
Finally $125 million released to protect drinking water from toxic 'forever chemicals.'
Apr 7th, 2026 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
GOP Legislators Criticize UW Regents, Defend Jay Rothman
Opposing effort to oust UW leader. Gov. Evers say it's up to board. 'It's their call.'
Apr 6th, 2026 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
6 Contested Circuit Court Races on April 7 Ballot
19 of 25 circuit court races in Wisconsin are uncontested. Which counties have races?
Apr 6th, 2026 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
