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Judge Weighs Whether Wisconsin Must Offer E-Ballots To Disabled Voters

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.

Why Wisconsin Beef Costs So Much, And Why Shoppers Still Pay It

Why 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.

Ten Candidates Make Wisconsin Governor’s Ballot As Filing Closes

Ten 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.

After ICE Detention, Sheboygan Falls Mom Returns Home To Uncertain Future

After 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.

Insurance Is Up, But Many Wisconsinites Still Cannot Afford Care

Insurance 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.

Wisconsin Supreme Court Will Hear Challenge To Congressional Map

Wisconsin Supreme Court Will Hear Challenge To Congressional Map

Appeal argues districts are an anti-competitive gerrymander favoring incumbents, not parties.

Wisconsin Youth Appeal Dismissal Of Climate Rights Lawsuit

Wisconsin Youth Appeal Dismissal Of Climate Rights Lawsuit

Teens and children ask higher court to revive challenge to state energy laws they call unconstitutional.

Milwaukee Area Homes Are Least Affordable in Midwest

Milwaukee Area Homes Are Least Affordable in Midwest

New analysis shows Milwaukee metro area had the highest housing price-to-income ratio in the region.

Why Some Wisconsin Churches Are Quietly Filling Up Again

Why 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.

Wisconsin Leads Nation In Teacher Union Membership Losses

Wisconsin Leads Nation In Teacher Union Membership Losses

Union leaders dispute conservative think tank’s report even as membership falls sharply statewide.

MPS Budget Closes $46 Million Gap, Adds 159 Teaching Jobs

MPS Budget Closes $46 Million Gap, Adds 159 Teaching Jobs

Board approves $1.6 billion plan with raises, smaller classes and more student services.

Wisconsin Pushes USPS To Fix Absentee Mail Before Next Elections

Wisconsin 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.