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Special Elections for State Senate, US House Are Complicated

Special Elections for State Senate, US House Are Complicated

New maps affect elections for 4th state Senate District and 8th US House District.

Jewish Groups, Rothman Condemn UWM Deal with Pro-Palestinian Protestors

Jewish Groups, Rothman Condemn UWM Deal with Pro-Palestinian Protestors

The Water Council says it never had ties to Israeli groups.

Former US Rep. Mike Gallagher Takes Job With TitletownTech

Former US Rep. Mike Gallagher Takes Job With TitletownTech

Hired by Packers-Microsoft venture capital firm just weeks after leaving office.

Liberal Justices Question State Supreme Court’s Ban on Ballot Drop Boxes

Liberal Justices Question State Supreme Court’s Ban on Ballot Drop Boxes

Lawsuit by voter mobilization group Priorities USA seeks to overturn 2022 ruling.

Conservative Law Firm Takes On Loneliness Epidemic

Conservative Law Firm Takes On Loneliness Epidemic

Wisconsin doing better than most states, Milwaukee-based institute finds.

The Economy Is Top Issue for Wisconsin Voters, Poll Shows

The Economy Is Top Issue for Wisconsin Voters, Poll Shows

And most have a negative view, despite strong post-pandemic recovery.

Emerald Ash Borer Decimating Wisconsin Trees

Emerald Ash Borer Decimating Wisconsin Trees

In 21 counties more than 90% of the ash trees have been killed.

Judge Throws Out Lawsuit Challenging Absentee Ballot Requirements

Judge Throws Out Lawsuit Challenging Absentee Ballot Requirements

Now-dismissed lawsuit is just one of many concerning absentee ballots and their handling.

Latest Polling Shows Baldwin Leading Hovde

Latest Polling Shows Baldwin Leading Hovde

A Quinnipiac poll shows Baldwin leading Hovde by 12 points among registered voters

Even With Murder Rate Decline, Domestic Violence Homicides Are Surging

Even With Murder Rate Decline, Domestic Violence Homicides Are Surging

Sojourner Family Peace Center says connecting victims of abuse to resources is vital.

Tech Schools Expanding Dental Programs With State Support

Tech Schools Expanding Dental Programs With State Support

Nearly all Wisconsin technical colleges will receive grant funding to help address shortage of dental care workers

Chrystul Kizer Takes Felony Plea Deal In Sex Trafficking Homicide Case

Chrystul Kizer Takes Felony Plea Deal In Sex Trafficking Homicide Case

Kizer pleaded guilty to second degree reckless homicide, while other felony charges are dropped.