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Hoping To Avoid Court Drawing Them, GOP Approves New Legislative Maps
But Gov. Tony Evers said he will veto proposal, which leaves Wisconsin Supreme Court in control.
Jan 25th, 2024 by Rich Kremer and Anya Van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
State’s Union Membership Up Slightly in 2023
While rate declined nationally, it rose in Wisconsin from 7.1% of workers to 7.4%.
Jan 24th, 2024 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
Bill Allows 17-Year-Olds to Provide Emergency Medical Services
Proposal aims to address staffing shortages, but some EMS groups oppose it.
Jan 23rd, 2024 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Kamala Harris Comes To Waukesha
The first stop on vice-president's 'Fight for Reproductive Freedoms' tour is a speech in Waukesha County.
Jan 23rd, 2024 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
Will Dental Therapists Solve State’s Shortage of Dentists?
Advocates say yes. Bill licensing dental therapists goes to Gov. Evers for his signature.
Jan 23rd, 2024 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public Radio
Both Sides Oppose 14-Week Abortion Ban
Pro-choice side opposes bill's restrictions; Pro-life groups tell legislators to wait for courts to rule.
Jan 23rd, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Legislators Raise Limits on Personal Property After Prisoner Denied Bible
Two Assembly Democrats oppose bill, saying it won't actually help prison inmates.
Jan 22nd, 2024 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
Civics Education Bill Focuses on Patriotism
DPI opposes bill and its costs, says it's already working on civics education.
Jan 21st, 2024 by Robert D'Andrea, Wisconsin Public Radio
Republicans Introduce 14-Week Abortion Ban
But Evers promises veto. Proposal would also require referendum.
Jan 19th, 2024 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
DHS Wants All Children Tested For Lead Poisoning
Lead exposure particularly dangerous for young children, but can be remediated if caught.
Jan 19th, 2024 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Republicans Fire Regulator Over Solar, Low-Income Assistance Decisions
Tyler Huebner didn't follow the law say GOP senators. Democrats say move is purely partisan game.
Jan 19th, 2024 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
No More Humorous Highway Signs
New federal DOT manual bars them, saying witty safety messages can be misunderstood.
Jan 18th, 2024 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
