Wisconsin Public Radio
Why Wisconsin’s Clean Energy Market Is Booming Without New Tax Breaks
Cheaper renewables, data centers and leftover federal funds are reshaping the state’s power mix.
Jul 24th, 2026 by Joe Tarr, Wisconsin Public RadioFormer Cowboys Quarterback Tony Romo Arrested in Milwaukee County For Drunk Driving
Corona promoter, Burlington native arrested Thursday.
Jul 24th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public RadioDemocrats Sue Wisconsin Elections Commission Over Absentee Ballot Rules
New WEC guidance limits ballot 'spoiling' as thousands of early votes are already in.
Jul 24th, 2026 by Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public RadioFriends, Family and Neighbors Mourn Madison Man Killed by Police
Makeshift memorial for 38-year-old Corey Ruiz grows at Willy Street intersection.
Jul 24th, 2026 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public RadioOfficials Identify Man Killed By Madison Police As Corey Ruiz
Chaotic press conference interrupted by protesters as questions mount over fatal shooting.
Jul 23rd, 2026 by Sarah Lehr and Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public RadioWisconsin DNR Crews Help Battle Northern Minnesota Wildfires
About two dozen Wisconsin firefighters are cutting fire lines and chasing hotspots near Chub Lake and the Boundary Waters.
Jul 23rd, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public RadioDemocratic Treasurer Hopefuls Pitch Rural Turnout And Tougher Watchdog Role
Helmenstine and Xiong say they can energize small-town voters and challenge GOP incumbent John Leiber.
Jul 23rd, 2026 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public RadioAfter 81 Days In ICE Detention, Salah Sarsour Fights To Stay In Milwaukee
Immigration judge in Chicago hears conflicting stories of torture, terrorism and due process in high-profile case.
Jul 23rd, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public RadioMan Shot And Killed By Madison Police After Knife Incident, Protests Follow
Officer injured, four officers placed on leave as state investigators review shooting on near east side.
Jul 23rd, 2026 by Sarah Lehr and Emily Rizzo, Wisconsin Public RadioWI Lawyer Regulation Office May Suspend Law License of Ex-Judge Dugan
A jury found Hannah Dugan guilty of impeding immigration enforcement.
Jul 22nd, 2026 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public RadioWisconsin GOP Has Raised Millions More Than For Last Midterm Election in 2022
Most of it from Diane Hendricks and the Uihleins. State Democratic Party far behind 4 years ago.
Jul 22nd, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public RadioBetting Companies Push WI Elections Commission to Allow Ballot Betting
Commission warns such wagers could be a felony. Polymarket and Kalshi cry foul.
Jul 22nd, 2026 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio























