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Wisconsin Republicans Support ‘Junk Food’ Ban

Legislators target SNAP spending on candy, soda, inspired by RFK Jr.'s campaign.

Wisconsin’s 4th and 8th Graders Rank Above Average in Math

But state has room for improvement in basic math literacy.

MPS Is Again Behind on Financial Reports, Could Lose State Funding

School district missed first deadline to submit 2024 financial data to state DPI.

Wisconsin Schools Losing $8 Million in Federal Mental Health Grants

Trump administration killing $1 billion program, claiming civil rights violations.

As Wisconsin Teachers Grapple With AI, Trump Calls for Greater Use

His executive order pushes artificial intelligence. State educators have mixed views.

Number of Wisconsin Students Who Are Homeless Is Rising

13.5% of students in Beloit schools. 'Highest number I've seen.'

Gov. Evers Appoints Ben Jones to the Dane County Circuit Court

Gov. Evers, DWD Announce $1 Million in Teacher Training and Recruitment Grants

“Wisconsin Kids Deserve Better.”

-Rep. Robyn Vining on Trump Mental Health Cuts

“We’re Going to Sue to Stop Them” Gov. Evers Slams Trump Administration for Cuts to AmeriCorps, Serve Wisconsin

Governor takes Trump and Musk to task over cuts to Wisconsin literacy and math tutors, substance use recovery services, support for homeless youth, and conservation projects, among other critical programs, affecting services in well over half of Wisconsin’s 72 counties

Attorney General Kaul Sues Trump Administration Over Unlawful Conditions on Funding for K-12 Schools

Sen. Larson stands with WDPI in their rejection of Trump Admin’s illegal threats to K-12 funding