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We Energies, Oracle Want Looser Financial Protections for Data Centers
Companies ask state regulators to require less collateral for new projects.
Jun 13th, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public RadioWI Supreme Court Accepts Second Appeal To Redraw Congressional Map
Two appeals use different legal arguments. Conservative justices oppose both.
Jun 13th, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public RadioGot Counsel? Wisconsin Farmers Sue Over ‘Got Milk?’ Program
Lawsuit backed by conservative law firm targets mandatory fees for milk marketing.
Jun 13th, 2026 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public RadioAnglers Blame Politics As Wisconsin Cuts Back On Stocking Game Fish
With two state hatcheries closed, musky, walleye and brown trout numbers are on the chopping block.
Jun 12th, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public RadioWisconsin Prisons Bar Journalists From Recording Inmate Phone Calls
DOC cites victims’ rights and security, while open-government advocates see a blow to transparency.
Jun 12th, 2026 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public RadioMoore, Pocan Push To Repeal School Choice Tax Credit
Keep Public Funds in Public Schools Act would undo a key piece of last year’s budget bill.
Jun 12th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public RadioNew Federal Student Loan Rules Hit July 1 For Wisconsin Borrowers
End of SAVE plan, new caps and repayment options could reshape debt for 700,000 residents.
Jun 12th, 2026 by Trevor Hook, Wisconsin Public RadioWisconsin Now Lets Drivers Buy State Park Passes With DMV Renewal
New online and in-person option aims to boost convenience, visits and park funding statewide.
Jun 11th, 2026 by Avery Martinez, Wisconsin Public RadioDPI Sued Over Allegedly Secret Wisconsin Dells Meeting
IRG says public notice and access were wrongly denied in 2024 session.
Jun 11th, 2026 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public RadioWisconsin Tourism Sets Record For Fourth Straight Year
State logs 117 million visits and $27 billion in economic impact, led by outdoor recreation and events.
Jun 11th, 2026 by Richelle Wilson, Wisconsin Public RadioBallot Challenges Fail In 7th District GOP Primary Fight
Wisconsin elections officials keep three rivals, including Trump-endorsed Michael Alfonso, on the August ballot.
Jun 11th, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public RadioHarley-Davidson to Bring Some Production Back to Wisconsin
Company moving some production and jobs back to U.S. in this state and Pennsylvania.
Jun 10th, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio























