Wisconsin Examiner

Federal Funding Likely for PFAS Cleanup

Federal Funding Likely for PFAS Cleanup

The DNR is also reviewing new federal guidance on PFAS contamination.

Can Domestic Violence Convictions Disqualify Job-Seekers?

Can Domestic Violence Convictions Disqualify Job-Seekers?

A case currently before the Wisconsin Supreme Court may answer the question.

Bill Increases Criminal Penalties for Butane Hash Oil

Bill Increases Criminal Penalties for Butane Hash Oil

Bill passed state Senate committee on a 5 to 1 vote.

Bill Ends Criminal Penalties for Minors Engaging in Prostitution

Bill Ends Criminal Penalties for Minors Engaging in Prostitution

Sen. Alberta Darling wants minors being trafficked to be treated as victims.

Ted Nugent Joins GOP Push for Sandhill Crane Hunt

Ted Nugent Joins GOP Push for Sandhill Crane Hunt

Republican sponsored legislation would repeal Wisconsin hunting regulations.

Small Business Owner Joins Race to Replace Rep. Ron Kind

Small Business Owner Joins Race to Replace Rep. Ron Kind

Rebecca Cooke, of Eau Claire, running for 3rd congressional seat. Kind not seeking re-election.

Can State Fix Problems Underlying the Labor Shortage?

Can State Fix Problems Underlying the Labor Shortage?

Evers administration putting $130 million into addressing issues contributing to labor shortage.

Street Angels Say Milwaukee Homeless Population Rising

Street Angels Say Milwaukee Homeless Population Rising

Outreach organization says the population is often undercounted by local officials.

State Republicans Propose New Zoning and Development Bills

State Republicans Propose New Zoning and Development Bills

Gov. Evers called it a "good step" toward addressing affordable housing shortage.

Proposal Expands Reasons To Delay Juvenile Trial

Proposal Expands Reasons To Delay Juvenile Trial

New legislation would allow continued detention, without trial, due to "unforeseen emergency."

Bill Would Restore Educators’ Collective Bargaining Rights

Bill Would Restore Educators’ Collective Bargaining Rights

In order to address teacher shortage, bill restores rights stripped by Act 10.

Assembly Committee Approves Moving Elections Commission

Assembly Committee Approves Moving Elections Commission

A party line vote, with Republicans in favor, supported moving commission to Wausau.