Wisconsin Public Radio
Wisconsin Democrats Decry Proposed Constitutional Amendment on DEI
Blasting 'dangerous' Republican proposal that could be on ballot in November.
Jan 19th, 2026 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
Ron Johnson Talking to Democrats About Partial ACA Fix
Wants to restore some of ACA tax credits. Tammy Baldwin open to compromise.
Jan 19th, 2026 by Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio
Alliant Energy Plans to Build $730 Million Wind Farm
277-megawatt Columbia County project with 40 wind turbines will power 100,000 homes.
Jan 18th, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
Fewer Wisconsinites Enroll in ACA Health Care As Costs Skyrocket
Enrollment in ACA marketplace down by 307,000; experts expect further decline.
Jan 17th, 2026 by Steph Conquest-Ware, Wisconsin Public Radio
Early Fundraising Shows Competitive Democratic Primary for Governor
Crowley leads 7 Democrats who've raised 6-figure sums; Tiffany is GOP leader.
Jan 17th, 2026 by Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio
DPI Returns Final $8 Million Withheld From MPS
The funding was held back after MPS missed key financial reporting deadlines, triggering state scrutiny and a corrective plan.
Jan 16th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Assembly Backs MAHA-Inspired School Food, English-Only Bills
GOP advances ban on certain additives, move to make English Wisconsin’s official language, despite Dem objections.
Jan 16th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Analysis Adds $1 Billion To State Budget Surplus
The numbers come as both parties are putting the finishing touches on their 2026 campaign agendas.
Jan 16th, 2026 by Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio
No-Tax-on-Tips Plan Clears Assembly, Heads to Wisconsin Senate
Republicans and some Democrats support exempting up to $25,000 in tips from state income tax.
Jan 16th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Feds Sue St. Paul Fish Company Over Alleged Illegal Tip Pooling
Labor Department says Milwaukee Public Market restaurant let managers share in tips.
Jan 15th, 2026 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
Only Half Of Wisconsin High Schoolers Feel A Sense Of Belonging
New state report links falling connection at school to worsening youth mental health.
Jan 15th, 2026 by Steph Conquest-Ware, Wisconsin Public Radio
Wisconsin Puts State Dollars Into Local Food For The First Time
Feeding Wisconsin calls $10 million program a critical investment as donations fall and more residents seek help.
Jan 15th, 2026 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public Radio
