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All Indicators Show High-Demand For Wisconsin Workers

All Indicators Show High-Demand For Wisconsin Workers

There are 112,000 more jobs than there are people to fill them says state's chief economist.

Johnson and Barnes Show Clear Differences in First Debate

Johnson and Barnes Show Clear Differences in First Debate

Candidates discussed marijuana, bail reform, Milwaukee crime, gay marriage, gun control and more.

Judge Dismisses Conservative Group’s Lawsuit Over Biden’s Student Debt Plan

Judge Dismisses Conservative Group’s Lawsuit Over Biden’s Student Debt Plan

But WILL promises to appeal the decision the whole way to the Supreme Court.

Despite Disruptions, Darrell Brooks’ Trial Begins

Despite Disruptions, Darrell Brooks’ Trial Begins

Judge says Brooks, who faces 77 charges for driving through Waukesha Christmas Parade, is making "mockery" of process.

Judge’s Ruling Blocks Canceling and Replacing of Absentee Ballots

Judge’s Ruling Blocks Canceling and Replacing of Absentee Ballots

Former AG Brad Schimel, now Waukesha judge, blocks "ballot spoiling."

Milwaukee Police Join Program To Protect LGBTQ+ Community From Hate Crimes

Milwaukee Police Join Program To Protect LGBTQ+ Community From Hate Crimes

National effort includes businesses and organizations opting in as safe spaces for victims of human trafficking, other crimes.

Consumer, Environmental Groups Strike Deal With We Energies and WPS

Consumer, Environmental Groups Strike Deal With We Energies and WPS

Deal allows utilities to recover costs while writing-off late fees, reducing fixed charges. Some issues remain.

What’s Happened So Far With the Waukesha Parade Trial?

What’s Happened So Far With the Waukesha Parade Trial?

Defendant Darrell Brooks Jr. has offered sovereign citizen defense, dropped his public defenders and been removed from court room.

Republicans Immediately Adjourn Evers’ Special Session On Abortion Referendum

Republicans Immediately Adjourn Evers’ Special Session On Abortion Referendum

Proposal would have allowed a referendum to overturn 1849 abortion ban.

Conservative Wisconsin Group Sues Over Biden’s Student Loan Proposal

Conservative Wisconsin Group Sues Over Biden’s Student Loan Proposal

Department of Education hopes to open debt relief applications later this month.

Minority Women Disproportionately Harmed by Surge in Domestic Violence Murders

Minority Women Disproportionately Harmed by Surge in Domestic Violence Murders

Approximately half of 80 victims were people of color, despite Wisconsin being 87% white.

Outbursts Delay First Day of Trial for Waukesha Parade Murders

Outbursts Delay First Day of Trial for Waukesha Parade Murders

Defendant Darrell Brooks Jr., representing himself, was removed from court room.