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Van Orden Votes With Democrats on Health Care Subsidies

Van Orden Votes With Democrats on Health Care Subsidies

A 'temporary patch' for a broken system says Congressman. Dems called it 'performative.'

Wisconsin Communities Protest Fatal ICE Shooting in Minneapolis

Wisconsin Communities Protest Fatal ICE Shooting in Minneapolis

Dozens gathered in La Crosse Friday afternoon. More demonstrations are scheduled in Madison, Milwaukee, Appleton

Fatal ICE Shooting Spurs Sharp Partisan Divide Among Wisconsin Leaders

Fatal ICE Shooting Spurs Sharp Partisan Divide Among Wisconsin Leaders

From calls to dismantle ICE to claims of domestic terrorism, state politicians offer starkly different reactions.

‘Clear as Mud’ Hemp Rules Targeted by Wisconsin Lawmakers

‘Clear as Mud’ Hemp Rules Targeted by Wisconsin Lawmakers

After Congress closed a hemp loophole, legislators float competing plans that could reshape THC products or shut many of them down entirely.

State Officials Say Despite Federal Change, Kids Should Get Recommended Vaccines

State Officials Say Despite Federal Change, Kids Should Get Recommended Vaccines

Wisconsin DHS backs current childhood vaccine schedule, rejecting Trump administration move.

More Recess? Bill Would Give Every Student Council Candidate Their Wish

More Recess? Bill Would Give Every Student Council Candidate Their Wish

Proposal would mandate at least 60 minutes of recess through 6th grade.

Proposal Would Allow Driverless Cars in Wisconsin

Proposal Would Allow Driverless Cars in Wisconsin

Bill would create a safety board and permitting process for autonomous vehicles.

Republican Legislators Consider Bills to Expand Gun Rights

Republican Legislators Consider Bills to Expand Gun Rights

No permits needed for concealed carry and a bold constitutional amendment.

74,000 Student Loan Borrowers Could Get Wages Garnished

74,000 Student Loan Borrowers Could Get Wages Garnished

74 K in Wisconsin in default. Trump administration getting aggressive.

Gableman Challenges Liberal Justices’ Refusal to Recuse

Gableman Challenges Liberal Justices’ Refusal to Recuse

Claims it violates 14th Amendment if they rule on his law license suspension.

Homicides Back Up in Milwaukee in 2025

Homicides Back Up in Milwaukee in 2025

But non-fatal shootings, other major crimes declined.

WI Technical Colleges Growing, 4-Year Universities Struggling

WI Technical Colleges Growing, 4-Year Universities Struggling

Helped by dual enrollment by high school students, technical colleges up 18%.