Wisconsin Watch
Can Wisconsin Learn From States Starting Medicaid Work Requirements?
63,000 people at risk of losing coverage in Wisconsin under new federal rules.
Sep 2nd, 2026 by Astrid CodeAct 10, Gerrymandering Among Hot-Button Issues Facing WI Supreme Court
Court's new liberal super majority could also face emergency mid-term election issues.
Aug 31st, 2026 by Brittany CarloniIn Wisconsin Rapids, Data Center Objections Include Russian Connections
Adding to usual concerns about data centers, the developers' Russian ties are 'a sticking point.'
Aug 31st, 2026 by Tom KertscherWisconsin Prisons Hit Record Population
Overcrowding strains staff and inmates, increases danger, forces cuts in programs.
Aug 30th, 2026 by Natalie YahrDoes Beloit Have the Worst Air Pollution in America?
Asthma rates are among the highest in Wisconsin. Wildfire smoke adds to problem.
Aug 24th, 2026 by Zoey ElwoodWisconsin to Hold Hearings on Commuting Sentences for Prisoners
Poll shows majority in the state support clemency for some offenders.
Aug 18th, 2026 by Natalie YahrOracle Drops Lawsuit Opposing Wisconsin Data Center Credit Rules
PSC's credit rating standards meant to protect ratepayers from risk of insolvent companies.
Aug 17th, 2026 by Paul KieferThe Corey Ruiz Shooting and Police Training
UW Law School professor has interviewed police and studied police training videos. He sees a problem.
Aug 6th, 2026 by Natalie YahrWhy Madison Suburb of DeForest Shot Down $12 Billion Data Center Project
No developer had offered such wide-ranging community investments and protections. Yet it was rejected.
Aug 4th, 2026 by Tom Kertscher$10 Billion Data Center Proposal in Central Wisconsin Dropped to Avoid Public Process
Town chair in Columbia County said process must be public; company didn't pursue a deal.
Aug 3rd, 2026 by Tom KertscherWisconsin Immigrant’s Case Sees Appeals Court Overrule Mandatory Detention Rule
Case affects hundreds of detainees in Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin; likely heading to US Supreme Court.
Aug 2nd, 2026 by Paul KieferCan UW Health Apprenticeships Become a National Model?
Program's leaders think so. Program started in 2018 has graduated 1,000 apprentices.
Jul 27th, 2026 by Natalie Yahr























