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Two Democrats Will Challenge Republican Rep. Bryan Steil

Two Democrats Will Challenge Republican Rep. Bryan Steil

District is possibly more competitive as a result of redistricting.

Milwaukee Ranks High in Downtown Foot Traffic Recovery

Milwaukee Ranks High in Downtown Foot Traffic Recovery

16th out of 63 major cities studied, better than most in Midwest, in post-pandemic recovery.

Foxconn Selling Green Bay, Eau Claire ‘Centers’

Foxconn Selling Green Bay, Eau Claire ‘Centers’

Properties for sale for supposed to be innovation centers employing hundreds.

AG Kaul Wants Sealed Catholic Church Records

AG Kaul Wants Sealed Catholic Church Records

Bankruptcy case sealed records, but Kaul says information could help update list of credibly accused priests.

Wildfires Spike In Wisconsin Amidst Drought Conditions

Wildfires Spike In Wisconsin Amidst Drought Conditions

Approximately 250 more wildfires than normal have started in 2023.

4% of Tested Water Systems In Wisconsin Exceed EPA’s Proposed PFAS Limits

4% of Tested Water Systems In Wisconsin Exceed EPA’s Proposed PFAS Limits

But all tested systems are meeting the state's less-stringent standard.

Republicans Seek To Intervene In Democrats’ Absentee Voting Lawsuit

Republicans Seek To Intervene In Democrats’ Absentee Voting Lawsuit

Lawsuit by Democratic groups seeks to restore access to drop boxes, allow clerks to cure ballots.

Mayor Johnson Hosts 2,000 Kids at Brewers Game

Mayor Johnson Hosts 2,000 Kids at Brewers Game

Part of Safer City MKE initiative, partnership with Neighborhood House of Milwaukee, Brewers Community Foundation.

New Wisconsin Absentee Ballots Aim To Reduce Mistakes

New Wisconsin Absentee Ballots Aim To Reduce Mistakes

Envelope targeted at making sure witness signature is provided.

40-Year-Old Stevens Point Student Is First Republican To Challenge Sen. Tammy Baldwin

40-Year-Old Stevens Point Student Is First Republican To Challenge Sen. Tammy Baldwin

Announcement comes after representatives Tiffany and Gallagher said they were out.

Former Gov. Scott Walker Says Overturning Act 10 Would Set ‘Horrible Precedent’

Former Gov. Scott Walker Says Overturning Act 10 Would Set ‘Horrible Precedent’

Walker says newly-liberal court shouldn't touch his signature policy measure.

Evers Calls Special Session Addressing Child Care, Workforce Challenges

Evers Calls Special Session Addressing Child Care, Workforce Challenges

Governor asks for $1 billion in surplus funds to be spent on child care, higher education and paid family leave.