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Wisconsin Farm And Forestry Exports Hit Record Despite Tariff Turmoil
First-half 2026 sales top $2 billion as losses in China and Canada are offset elsewhere.
Nov 6th, 2026 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public RadioGovernor-Elect Crowley Eyes Bold Agenda, Warns Against Overreach
With full Democratic control, Crowley says success hinges on delivering, not spiking the ball.
Nov 6th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio3M’s PFAS Deal Promises Cash, But Not Clean Water, For Wisconsin Families
Settlement covers medical injuries from toxic foam, while property damage and local cleanup remain unresolved in court.
Nov 6th, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public RadioFirst Wisconsin School District Dissolution In 36 Years Approved
Boundary board vote ends 175 years of Hustisford schools amid funding and enrollment woes.
Nov 6th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public RadioInfant Death Tied To Measles Outbreak In Southwest Wisconsin
State reports first measles-associated death in more than 30 years amid 431 cases statewide.
Nov 5th, 2026 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public RadioLegislative Democrats Outline Agenda For First Wisconsin Trifecta In 16 Years
Neubauer and Hesselbein eye school funding, abortion access and more with new legislative power.
Nov 5th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public RadioPublic Safety Referendums Mostly Fail At Wisconsin Ballot Box
Measures to boost police, fire and EMS staffing are rejected in multiple communities amid levy limits and rising costs.
Nov 5th, 2026 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public RadioTommy Thompson Declares Wisconsin A Blue State After Democratic Sweep
Former GOP governor joins Jim Doyle in assessing a blue wave and advising Gov.-elect Crowley.
Nov 5th, 2026 by Richelle Wilson, Wisconsin Public RadioMichael Alfonso Wins Northern Wisconsin District, Will Be Youngest House Rep
Republican is son-in-law to Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, who once held same seat.
Nov 4th, 2026 by Avery Martinez, Wisconsin Public RadioDemocrat Mitchell Berman Defeats US Rep. Bryan Steil, Flips Wisconsin House Seat
GOP incumbent loses. Berman will be the first Democrat to serve 1st District in 3 decades.
Nov 4th, 2026 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public RadioDemocrat Rebecca Cooke Defeats GOP Rep. Derrick Van Orden in Key House Race
Southwestern Wisconsin district was among the most closely watched in nation.
Nov 4th, 2026 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public RadioJosh Kaul Wins Third Term as Wisconsin Attorney General
Democrat Josh fends off another challenge from Republican Eric Toney.
Nov 3rd, 2026 by Sarah Lehr and Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio























