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Schimel Tells Canvassers He’ll Be ‘Support Network’ for Trump
Supreme Court candidate also rehashes election denial claims in Waukesha County appearance.
Mar 6th, 2025 by Henry Redman
Poll Shows Many Don’t Know About Crawford or Schimel in High Court Race
Marquette Law School poll also finds majority of voters view Elon Musk unfavorably.
Mar 5th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Charges Filed in Corey Stingley Killing?
His father Craig Stingley says charges will be filed in controversial 2012 death at West Allis store.
Mar 3rd, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Judge Orders Wisconsin Prison System to Provide Program for Moms and Babies
1991 law requires this for incarcerated woman who are pregnant or have babies.
Mar 1st, 2025 by Sarah Lehr
Hearing Held on Controversial Statewide Requirement For Sheriffs To Cooperate With ICE
Republican lawmakers cite sheriffs in Milwaukee and Madison as reason for the bill, which has penalties for noncompliance.
Feb 27th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Protestors in Madison Oppose Federal Budget Cuts for Medicaid
Hundreds gather outside Sen. Ron Johnson's office. $880 billion could be cut.
Feb 26th, 2025 by Addie Costello
Assembly Speaker Robin Vos Says He’s ‘Tight’ With Trump
In 2022 Vos told his party to move on from Trump. Now he's defending president.
Feb 26th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Prison Reforms Impact Many Legislators
One-third of all districts affected. Evers 'take it or leave it' plan likely to get lots of discussion and review.
Feb 24th, 2025 by Steven Walters
Minocqua Brewing Company Owner Courts Controversy, Donations, But Super PAC Raises Questions
Kirk Bangstad portrays himself as a fighter, but a string of failed lawsuits and unexplained super PAC spending raise questions.
Feb 21st, 2025 by Rob Mentzer
Crawford, Schimel Won’t Pledge to Recuse from Cases Involving Political Parties
Their campaigns for state Supreme Court have gotten millions from two major parties.
Feb 18th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Susan Crawford Makes Her Case for Wisconsin Supreme Court
Judge and former prosecutor promises to 'give everybody a fair shake.'
Feb 17th, 2025 by Henry Redman
Evers Calls for $500 Million Corrections Overhaul
Including closing Green Bay Prison, turning Waupun prison into 'vocational village.'
Feb 16th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
GOP Lawmakers Push For More Nuclear Power in Wisconsin
Discussion comes as new Microsoft data center expected to use more power than every house in Dane County.
Feb 13th, 2025 by Joe Schulz
Protasiewicz Says She Won’t Recuse From Act 10 Case
The Wisconsin Supreme Court also denied a request for an expedited appeal.
Feb 13th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Republican Bill Moves Lawsuits Out of Dane County
A 'Court Fairness' proposal or an 'attempt to gerrymander the courts'?
Feb 12th, 2025 by Henry Redman
Tesla Takes Wisconsin to Court, Demands to Open Dealerships
Company was denied exemption to state law barring carmakers from owning dealerships.
Feb 12th, 2025 by Joe Schulz
High Court Rules Meagan Wolfe Can Remain State’s Top Elections Official
Unanimous Supreme Court ruling rejects Republican legislators' attempt to fire Wolfe.
Feb 7th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Hundreds Gather at State Capitol to Protest Trump
Protestors attack Trump, Musk, Project 2025, support immigrants, LGBTQ+ people.
Feb 6th, 2025 by Erik Gunn
Dane County Will No Longer Send Immigration Data to the Feds
Some 25 Wisconsin counties accept federal funding to send info on immigrants to ICE.
Feb 5th, 2025 by Sarah Lehr
Republican Bill Forces Wisconsin Sheriffs to Cooperate With ICE
Sheriffs must report immigrants who lack permanent legal status or lose state funding.
Feb 5th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Ben Wikler Loses Bid to Lead National Democratic Party
Minnesota's party leader Ken Martin elected next DNC chair. Wikler's record lauded.
Feb 3rd, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Supreme Court Justice Brian Hagedorn Recuses Himself From Act 10 Challenge
Hagedorn was an attorney involved in initially drafting and defending the law.
Jan 31st, 2025 by Rich Kremer
State Supreme Court To Take Up Reading Funds Dispute, Bypass Appeals Court
Can Republican-led committee withhold funding passed by Legislature?
Jan 29th, 2025 by Erik Gunn
Former U.S. Capitol Police Officer Visits Milwaukee, Slams Schimel
Harry Dunn criticizes Supreme Court candidate Brad Schimel's stand on Jan. 6. rioters.
Jan 28th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
In State Supreme Court Race Crawford Claims Schimel Soft on Some Crimes
Ads call him too easy on defendants in child pornography, other cases. Are they accurate?
Jan 25th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Wisconsin Health Departments Watching Trump Administration’s Health Communications Pause
Trump administration has paused federal health communications, but temporary pause isn't without precedent.
Jan 24th, 2025 by Hope Kirwan
Schimel Touts Endorsement From Sheriff Accused of Sexual Harassment
Sheriff Travis Hakes censured by 19-1 vote of Chippewa County Board.
Jan 22nd, 2025 by Henry Redman
Wisconsin’s Immigrant Rights Advocates Prepare for ‘Mass Deportation’
A key issue: how much will law enforcement authorities cooperate with effort?
Jan 21st, 2025 by Henry Redman
Following Child’s Influenza Death, State DHS Urges Vaccination
The flu vaccination rate in Wisconsin is only 31.7%.
Jan 19th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Following School Shooting, Evers Creates Violence Prevention Office
Directs $10 million in federal funds to new statewide office to prevent gun violence.
Jan 14th, 2025 by Sarah Lehr
Supreme Court Candidates Both Report ‘Historic’ Campaign Fundraising Totals
Dane County Judge Susan Crawford reports outraising former Republican Attorney General Brad Schimel by approximately $600,000.
Jan 10th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Crawford, Schimel Will Clash in Wisconsin Supreme Court Race
Another high stakes high court race will decide its ideological balance.
Jan 8th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
GOP Lawmakers Move Quickly to Enshrine Wisconsin’s Voter ID Law
Early committee hearing to put a proposed constitutional amendment on the April ballot.
Jan 7th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Wisconsin’s Population Projected to Decline by 200,000 by 2050
But Dane County population expected to increase by 38%, state report finds.
Jan 7th, 2025 by Evan Casey
Parents Disappointed By Delay in Switch to Phonics Teaching
DPI and lawmakers blame each other.
Dec 26th, 2024 by Corrinne Hess
Ruling That Struck Down Act 10 Put on Hold
GOP appealing ruling, which found unequal treatment of public safety unions.
Dec 20th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Names Released of Teacher, Teen Killed at Madison School
Shooting left three dead, including alleged perpetrator.
Dec 19th, 2024 by Sarah Lehr
Grief and Talk of Action After School Shooting in Madison
But political leaders part ways on solutions.
Dec 18th, 2024 by Erik Gunn
Victims’ Names in Abundant Life Christian School Shooting Not Yet Released
Shooter was Natalie Rupnow, 15, a student at school. Madison Police investigating.
Dec 17th, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk
GOP Attorney Jim Troupis Appears in Court For Fake Elector Scheme
Troupis says Democratic Attorney General Josh Kaul 'should be ashamed of himself' for bringing criminal case for 'political gain.'
Dec 12th, 2024 by Rich Kremer and Anya Van Wagtendonk
Did Act 10 Improve Wisconsin’s Economy?
Scott Walker fell far short of his promises and behind some neighboring states.
Dec 12th, 2024 by Bruce Thompson
Republicans Behind the Times on Act 10
70% of Americans now approve of unions, compared with 48% in 2009.
Dec 11th, 2024 by Ruth Conniff
Act 10 Ruling Could Be Tough to Overturn
New ruling striking down law is based on argument Republicans have trouble answering.
Dec 9th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Dane County Judge Overrules 60 Sections of Act 10
Decision largely invalidates 2011 Walker-era law decimating public unions.
Dec 2nd, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Despite State Restrictions, Many Receive Abortions Via Telehealth
About 130 orders per month, perhaps one-fourth of total abortions in Wisconsin.
Dec 2nd, 2024 by Bridgit Bowden
Will Legislature Change Election Laws?
Republicans may back earlier recount of absentee ballots -- along with other changes.
Dec 2nd, 2024 by Steven Walters
Wisconsin Sees Surge In Whooping Cough
1,887 confirmed cases of pertussis. Health officials urge people to get vaccinated.
Nov 27th, 2024 by Erik Gunn
State Office Backs Sanctions Against Michael Gableman for Election Probe
Office of Lawyer Regulation finds 10 violations of rules by former Supreme Court justice.
Nov 20th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
‘Our Community Is Terrified’ — Mass Deportations Feared
State immigrants rights group, attorneys consider threat from second Trump term.
Nov 18th, 2024 by Joe Schulz
Trump Made Big Gains on Wisconsin’s College Campuses
2024 election data shows the youngest wards shifted strongly towards Republicans.
Nov 12th, 2024 by Nick Rommel
Wisconsin Supreme Court Justices Debate 1849 Abortion Law
Liberal members seem ready to overturn or limit impact of 19th century state law.
Nov 12th, 2024 by Sarah Lehr
Wisconsin Supreme Court Hears Arguments Monday in Abortion Lawsuit
Does 1849 state law protecting 'life of unborn child' make abortions illegal?
Nov 11th, 2024 by Sarah Lehr
Kaul Says DOJ Will Defend Wisconsin’s Rights Following Trump Election
Attorney General will fight any threats to 'the freedoms of Wisconsinites.'
Nov 10th, 2024 by Baylor Spears
Results Show Wisconsin GOP Is Now Trump’s MAGA Party
Trump outperformed underlying Republican candidates, reversing 2020 results.
Nov 7th, 2024 by Shawn Johnson
County Officials Encourage Voter Participation, Trust in Election
Urging participation in democratic process and noting how secure local election system is.
Nov 4th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
How State’s Election Rules Have Changed
2020's false election claims led to 2022 rule changes in Wisconsin that are now overturned, even as lawsuits filed.
Nov 4th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Can Harris Win Wisconsin?
Why Democrats are confident. And how the state's geography could upset expectations.
Nov 4th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Kaul Asks State Supreme Court To Order Release of $50 Million Literacy Fund
Dane County judge previously rejected request to release the money. Legislature has held funding.
Oct 31st, 2024 by Corrinne Hess
Following Election, Wisconsin Supreme Court Will Hear Arguments on Abortion, Election Chief
Oral arguments scheduled for high-profile issues.
Oct 29th, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Dems Need To Win Three Key Senate Races For Control of Wisconsin Government
Races could create pathway for Democratic control of Senate or lock-in Republican control for years.
Oct 23rd, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Joe Schulz, and Evan Casey
Obama, Walz Rally Early Voters in Madison
With two weeks before the big day, early voting started Tuesday in Wisconsin.
Oct 23rd, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Anna Marie Yanny, and Nick Rommel
Conservative Foundation Sues State Election Commission Over Same-Day Registration
Public Interest Legal Foundation wants records behind advice to clerks for auditing voters who register on Election Day.
Oct 22nd, 2024 by Rich Kremer
What To Ask The Candidate Knocking On Your Door
Legislative candidates want your vote. You should ask them these questions.
Oct 14th, 2024 by Steven Walters
More Wisconsin Absentees Ballots Already Returned Than Entire 2016 Election
Almost 200,000 ballots returned, with hundreds of thousands more already sent to voters.
Oct 11th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Both Parties Now Push Early Voting
Early voting now crucial in elections. How you can do it.
Oct 7th, 2024 by Steven Walters
Trump Campaigns At Milwaukee’s Discovery World
Introduced by Tommy Thompson, then delivers speech with false claims.
Oct 2nd, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Democrats Target Rep. Novak in New District
Remapped Assembly district is 55% Democrat. But incumbent Republican is running hard.
Sep 30th, 2024 by Steven Walters
Abortion Rights Proving to Be Potent Issue
It drove Democratic turnout in state in 2022. Now recast as 'freedom,' even more punch?
Sep 25th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Sen. Tammy Baldwin, Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro Campaign in Rural Wisconsin
Democrats can win in rural counties, 'but you have to work at it.'
Sep 23rd, 2024 by Ruth Conniff
Thompson Urges Serb Hall Rally by Trump
Former governor urges Republicans to contest Milwaukee and Dane counties.
Sep 23rd, 2024 by Steven Walters
10,500 Attend Harris Rally In Madison
Democratic presidential candidate emphasizes abortion in speech.
Sep 22nd, 2024 by Anna Marie Yanny and Anya van Wagtendonk
Wisconsin Sees 1,000% Spike in Whooping Cough Cases
State officials encourage immunization. Levels returning to pre-pandemic rates.
Sep 20th, 2024 by Hope Kirwan
Wisconsin Supreme Court Bypasses Lower Courts To Hear RFK Jr. Ballot Case
Court will issue a decision 'as expeditiously as possible'
Sep 20th, 2024 by Corrinne Hess
Election Commission Asks Supreme Court To Quickly Rule on RFK Jr. Ballot Case
Election officials ask court to bypass an appellate ruling. Kennedy wants off ballot after deadline.
Sep 20th, 2024 by Corrinne Hess
At Rally in Eau Claire, Vance Promises Trump Will Increase Deportations
Republican vice presidential candidate returns to state, calls for 'secure southern border.'
Sep 18th, 2024 by Hope Kirwan
Dane County and Appeals Court Agree On Absentee Ballot Witness Addresses
A less stringent standard for when an address is detailed enough for ballot to be counted.
Sep 17th, 2024 by Sarah Lehr
Wisconsin Elections Commission Wants Funding For Transparency, Compliance Team
Republican lawmakers rejected a similar request in Wisconsin's last budget cycle
Sep 12th, 2024 by Sarah Lehr
With Ballot Deadline Looming, RFK Jr. Could Ask For Stickers To Cover His Name
Dane County judge will decide lawsuit next week, one day before clerks are required to have ballots distributed.
Sep 12th, 2024 by Hope Kirwan
Wisconsin Supreme Court Hears Arguments in Two Election Cases
Regarding a conspiracy group's request for records and Racine's mobile voting units.
Sep 11th, 2024 by Henry Redman
RFK Jr. Asks Appeals Court to Get Him Off Wisconsin Ballot
Independent candidate dropped out, doesn't want to take votes from Donald Trump.
Sep 10th, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Property Tax Levies Across State Saw Biggest Hike Since 2007
But overall property tax rate in Wisconsin declined for 10th straight year, report finds.
Sep 8th, 2024 by Joe Schulz
Most Wisconsinites Oppose Criminalizing Abortion, Poll Finds
78%, including 57% of Republicans, do not want abortion criminalized before fetal viability.
Sep 5th, 2024 by Baylor Spears
Will Liberal Dane County Decide Presidential Election?
County has grown by about 43,000 since 2016, when Trump got 23% of vote.
Sep 2nd, 2024 by Peter Cameron
Activists Spent $1.3 Million, Almost 90% From Arkansas, Trying To Recall Robin Vos
Vos, the GOP Assembly Speaker, was subject to multiple failed recall attempts.
Aug 31st, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Court Rules Evers Properly Used Partial Veto
But rejected DPI request that Legislators release $50 million in funds for reading program.
Aug 28th, 2024 by Corrinne Hess
State Supreme Court Rejects Request to Hear Recall Attempt From Vos Opponents
Another loss for group trying to oust Vos for refusing to overturn Trump's 2020 election loss.
Aug 27th, 2024 by Sarah Lehr
Democrats Think Referendum Success Was A Preview of November Win
But conservatives say funding referendum's failure was a result of out-of-state spending.
Aug 26th, 2024 by Steven Walters
Wisconsin Palestinians Feel Isolated From Politics
Israels's war on Gaza and upcoming election have made things worse.
Aug 21st, 2024 by Ava Menkes
Voter Enthusiasm Up For Wisconsin Democrats
Marquette poll shows Democrats now equal to Republicans in voter enthusiasm.
Aug 19th, 2024 by Steven Walters
2 Wisconsin Schools Moving to Net-Zero Energy
Dane County elementary school has achieved it, Fox Valley school plans to get there.
Aug 18th, 2024 by Courtney Everett
Most Incumbents Beat Challengers in State Legislature Primaries
Wisconsin had the most contested Assembly primary races since 2012.
Aug 14th, 2024 by Baylor Spears
Quiet Policy Change Saves Milwaukee County Fathers $67 Million
County ended birth cost recovery program with the goal of addressing racial inequity, improving child support.
Aug 8th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Lawmakers Grill Wisconsin Prison Officials Over Safety, Employee Death at Youth Facility
The eight-hour public hearing followed the death of a Lincoln Hills employee.
Aug 7th, 2024 by Sarah Lehr
‘Kickbacks’ Crackdown Will Save Inmates Money on Jail Phone Calls
FCC cracks down on add-on fees, 'kickbacks' to jails and prisons.
Aug 6th, 2024 by Sarah Lehr
Health Officials Urge Vaccinations Before Kids Go Back to School
Only 79% of MPS students were vaccinated last year.
Jul 31st, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Young Republicans Say They’re Ready To Lead Wisconsin GOP
New polling suggests those under 30 are leaning more toward Republican party than in the past.
Jul 18th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Wisconsin RNC Delegation Puts Differences Aside on Abortion
'Unity is the key word' after shooting, even on hot button issue of abortion.
Jul 16th, 2024 by Baylor Spears
RNC Brings Fame to Gen Z Party Leader
Milwaukee party official Hilario Deleon winning national, international attention.
Jul 15th, 2024 by Steven Walters
Appeals Court Finds Absentee Ballots Still Count Without Full Witness Address
The Legislature did not mandate a complete address, the judge notes.
Jul 14th, 2024 by Henry Redman
PFAS in Foam Far Worse Than Water in Wisconsin’s Rivers, Lakes
Study finds PFAS levels in foam were 50 to 7,000 times higher than in the water.
Jul 10th, 2024 by Danielle Kaeding
