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Judge Weighs Whether Wisconsin Must Offer E-Ballots To Disabled Voters
Lawsuit says paper-only absentee voting denies a secret ballot to 110,000 residents with print disabilities.
Jun 2nd, 2026 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public RadioWhy Wisconsin Beef Costs So Much, And Why Shoppers Still Pay It
A UW economist and a century-old butcher shop explain the forces behind record beef prices.
Jun 2nd, 2026 by Trevor Hook, Wisconsin Public RadioTen Candidates Make Wisconsin Governor’s Ballot As Filing Closes
Democrats crowd the field with eight hopefuls, while Tom Tiffany is the lone Republican to qualify.
Jun 2nd, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public RadioAfter ICE Detention, Sheboygan Falls Mom Returns Home To Uncertain Future
Released on bond, Elvira Benitez-Suarez still faces a federal appeal over her green card win.
Jun 2nd, 2026 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public RadioInsurance Is Up, But Many Wisconsinites Still Cannot Afford Care
State report finds 1 in 10 adults skipped needed care and low-income residents fare far worse overall healthwise.
Jun 1st, 2026 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public RadioWisconsin Supreme Court Will Hear Challenge To Congressional Map
Appeal argues districts are an anti-competitive gerrymander favoring incumbents, not parties.
Jun 1st, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public RadioWisconsin Youth Appeal Dismissal Of Climate Rights Lawsuit
Teens and children ask higher court to revive challenge to state energy laws they call unconstitutional.
May 31st, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public RadioMilwaukee Area Homes Are Least Affordable in Midwest
New analysis shows Milwaukee metro area had the highest housing price-to-income ratio in the region.
May 30th, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public RadioWhy Some Wisconsin Churches Are Quietly Filling Up Again
Pastors point to rising anxiety, a hunger for hope and simple hospitality as key to recent, modest gains in attendance.
May 30th, 2026 by Mackenzie Krumme, Wisconsin Public RadioWisconsin Leads Nation In Teacher Union Membership Losses
Union leaders dispute conservative think tank’s report even as membership falls sharply statewide.
May 29th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public RadioMPS Budget Closes $46 Million Gap, Adds 159 Teaching Jobs
Board approves $1.6 billion plan with raises, smaller classes and more student services.
May 29th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public RadioWisconsin Pushes USPS To Fix Absentee Mail Before Next Elections
The Elections Commission cites March-postmarked ballots arriving after April 7 as a warning sign for 2026 races.
May 29th, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio























