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Without Gerrymander, Democrats Flip 14 Legislative Seats
The Democratic gains in a strong Republican year set up a chance for them to win majorities in 2026.
Nov 8th, 2024 by Jack Kelly, Hallie Claflin and Matthew DeFour
State Democrats Smash GOP in Fundraising
Liberal billionaires outspend conservative billionaires in Wisconsin.
Nov 5th, 2024 by Peter Cameron
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
Harris, Trump Court Voters, Turnout in Dueling Wisconsin Rallies Wednesday
Harris in Madison, Trump in Green Bay . They'll do it again Friday in Milwaukee.
Oct 31st, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Joe Schulz, Anna Marie Yanny, and Nick Rommel
Harris and Trump Within Margin of Error in Final Marquette Poll
Survey of likely Wisconsin voters shows Baldwin leading Hovde by 2 points.
Oct 31st, 2024 by Rich Kremer
U.S. Supreme Court Declines RFK Jr’s Request To Get Off Wisconsin Ballot
Kennedy has endorsed Trump, but only after applying to appear on Wisconsin ballot.
Oct 30th, 2024 by Baylor Spears
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
GOP-Connected Super PAC Spending To Help Jill Stein’s Candidacy
Green Party candidate is viewed as potential spoiler to Harris.
Oct 28th, 2024 by Baylor Spears
Green Bay Area Congressional Race is Test of Power of Trump Endorsement
Open seat features former gas station chain owner and OB-GYN.
Oct 20th, 2024 by Baylor Spears
Tammy Baldwin, Eric Hovde Get Personal During Sole Debate
While staking their positions on issues from abortion, to immigration and foreign policy, the candidates also went after each other.
Oct 20th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
North Shore, Ozaukee County Senate Race Is State’s Most Expensive
And also viewed as its most competitive. Stroebel being challenged by Habush Sinykin.
Oct 10th, 2024 by Maggie Zale
More Federal Complaints Allege Title IX Violations By Wisconsin School Districts
Accusing 4 districts of 'hostile environments' for transgender and nonbinary students.
Oct 9th, 2024 by Corrinne Hess
Democrats Benefit From How Republicans Weakened State’s Fundraising Laws
In first half of 2024, Wisconsin Democrats raised 10 times more than the state GOP.
Sep 30th, 2024 by Shawn Johnson
Wisconsin Supreme Court Rejects RFK Jr.’s Effort to Get Off November Ballot
Kennedy suspended presidential campaign, fears he will take votes away from Trump.
Sep 28th, 2024 by Shawn Johnson and Anya van Wagtendonk
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
Women Could Decide Wisconsin Elections
Moms for Liberty vs. Motherhood for Good?
Sep 15th, 2024 by Corrinne Hess
LGBTQ+ Advocacy Groups File Federal Complaint Against Kettle Moraine Schools
Charging school district created 'hostile environment for trans and nonbinary kids.'
Sep 10th, 2024 by Baylor Spears
Abortions Up In U.S., Down in State
Rising since 2017 and even after Dobbs decision. But declining in Wisconsin since 2022.
Sep 4th, 2024 by Bruce Thompson
During La Crosse Town Hall, Trump Says Government, Insurance Should Cover IVF
Former president fields questions about inflation, southern border, jobs from Wisconsin residents during 30 minute appearance.
Aug 30th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Hovde Files Defamation Suit Over Attack Ad
Attorneys urge TV stations to stop running ad, but expert says such suits rarely succeed.
Aug 12th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Abortion Rights Central to Lyerly’s Congressional Campaign
But will that help or hurt her chance to flip the Republican-leaning 8th Congressional District?
Aug 5th, 2024 by Joe Schulz
Biden Calls For Supreme Court Ethics Overhaul
'Crisis of ethics' at court says President. Wisconsin's court governed by different rules.
Aug 3rd, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Green Bay Area GOP Congressional Primary Tests Trump Endorsement
Three Republicans vying to replace Rep. Mike Gallagher, who sometimes clashed with Trump
Aug 1st, 2024 by Joe Schulz
Wisconsin First Among Great Lakes States For Women’s Health Care
But the underlying data tells a more complicated story.
Jul 18th, 2024 by Erik Gunn
Democrats Challenge Republicans on Abortion in Milwaukee
Surrogates for Biden-Harris campaign traveled to Milwaukee to counter RNC messaging.
Jul 17th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Coalition to March on RNC, City Reach Last Minute Deal
Coalition and City reach agreement on march routing through RNC security perimiter.
Jul 12th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Attempt To Expand Disorderly Conduct Fine, Ban Bump Stocks Before RNC Fails
Council members concerned about unintended consequences.
Jul 11th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Despite Losing Lawsuit, Coalition To March on RNC Will Proceed Without Permit
Group says it won't follow city's designated parade route.
Jul 9th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
WI Pro-Life Groups Criticize RNC Platform For Dropping Federal Abortion Ban
Accusing GOP of weakening position on abortion for political expediency.
Jul 9th, 2024 by Baylor Spears
Environmentalists Say End of Chevron Doctrine Could Harm Wisconsin Waters
US Supreme Court ruling overturning 40-year-old precedent reduces EPA power.
Jul 6th, 2024 by Henry Redman
Council Wants State to Ban Bump Stocks
Newly-relegalized gun modifier allows them to be fired at a speed compared to machine guns.
Jul 4th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin Supreme Court Accepts Abortion Rights Cases
Both would advance abortion rights. Justices already bickering about cases.
Jul 3rd, 2024 by Henry Redman
County To Get $3 Million From Kroger In Opioid Settlement
Supermarket chain settles with local governments in lawsuit over role in opioid crisis.
Jul 1st, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Court Decision Holds Up Wisconsin’s $70 Million Drug Settlement
US Supreme Court ruling blocks nation-wide Purdue Pharma opioid settlement.
Jul 1st, 2024 by Sarah Lehr
U.S. Supreme Court Halts Cross-State Pollution Regulations, Impacting Wisconsin
EPA plan aims to protect public health, but the rule has faced pushback from states and industry groups.
Jun 28th, 2024 by Danielle Kaeding
Chief Justice Seeks Probe After Leak of Draft in Wisconsin Abortion Case
Document indicates high court to hear Planned Parenthood lawsuit on abortion rights.
Jun 27th, 2024 by Sarah Lehr
On 2nd Anniversary of Dobbs Ruling, Democrats Say Abortion Rights Still Key Issue
Dobbs decision overturned Roe v. Wade, causing 1849 law to go into effect in Wisconsin until challenged.
Jun 24th, 2024 by Baylor Spears
Michigan Gov. Whitmer Stumps for Biden in Wisconsin
Gretchen Whitmer joined Gov. Evers at Madison event that was all about abortion access.
Jun 18th, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Bradley Foundation Has Become Less Local
Much less money for Wisconsin, more board members from outside state.
Jun 12th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Brad Schimel Is Mr. Anti-Abortion
Conservative candidate for state Supreme Court a national leader in pushing to ban abortions.
Jun 6th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Trump Found Guilty in Felony Hush Money Case
Sentencing to come four days before the RNC.
May 30th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Ron Johnson’s Curious Stand on Abortion
Pleading for Republican unity on an issue that's a loser for the party.
May 28th, 2024 by Steven Walters
Hovde Says 12-14 Week Abortion Ban a ‘Reasonable Time Range’
Republican's approach condemned by his opponent, Democratic US Sen. Tammy Baldwin.
May 21st, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Ron Johnson Calls on GOP to Set Aside ‘Squabbles’ on Abortion
Republicans at annual convention endorse Hovde, worry about new legislative maps.
May 20th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Liberal Justices Question State Supreme Court’s Ban on Ballot Drop Boxes
Lawsuit by voter mobilization group Priorities USA seeks to overturn 2022 ruling.
May 13th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Wisconsin Lacks Clear System for Tracking Police Caught Lying
Prosecutors across the country maintain ‘Brady lists’ of officers with a credibility problem.
May 9th, 2024 by Jacob Resneck
Conservative Firm Sues Wisconsin Elections Commission for State Voter List
Public Interest Legal Foundation, which pushes to purge voter rolls, sues WEC's leader.
May 6th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Federal Rule Banning Noncompete Agreements Could Give Wisconsinites More Job Mobility
But rule is already being challenged in court. Certain industries rely heavily on agreements.
Apr 26th, 2024 by Joe Schulz
Two Wisconsin Lawmakers Push “Right To Contraception” At State and Federal Levels
Congresswoman Gwen Moore and Rep. Lisa Subeck say protection would ensure personal autonomy.
Apr 25th, 2024 by Baylor Spears
Eric Hovde’s Brother Gives $1 Million to Group Attacking Tammy Baldwin
Steven Hovde supporting Super PAC running digital ads slamming US Sen. Baldwin.
Apr 24th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
President Biden Unveils Student Loan Forgiveness Plan in Madison
His second Wisconsin visit in recent weeks. Plan lowers costs for 25 million borrowers.
Apr 8th, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Wisconsin Lawyers Org Reaches Partial Settlement on Diversity Suit
Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty charged program discriminates based on race.
Apr 5th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Baldwin and Hovde Using Drastically Different Strategies To Win Votes
Baldwin goes "hyper local," while Hovde pushes national issues.
Mar 29th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Thousands of Immigrants in Wisconsin in Court Without Lawyers
Facing possible deportation without representation. ‘It’s desperate.'
Mar 24th, 2024 by Sarah Lehr
Bradley Foundation Bankrolls Trump’s Disinformation
Milwaukee group the biggest funder of war to stop social media from purging election lies.
Mar 19th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Wisconsin Supreme Court Rules Against Unemployment Tax Exemption For Catholic Organization
Religious groups said they will appeal the ruling to U.S. Supreme Court
Mar 14th, 2024 by Danielle Kaeding
Kaul Hints He Could Pursue Larger Wisconsin Abortion Lawsuit
Wisconsin AG suggests he will pursue ruling if Supreme Court agrees to hear case.
Mar 14th, 2024 by Margaret Faust
State Democrats Make Push To Codify Right To Birth Control
But Republicans aren't expected to advance proposal.
Mar 8th, 2024 by Baylor Spears
Wisconsin Lawsuits to Kick Trump Off Ballot Dismissed
US Supreme Court ruling declared states lack authority to disqualify Trump.
Mar 5th, 2024 by Sarah Lehr
Troupis, Chesebro Reach Settlements in Wisconsin False Electors Lawsuit
GOP attorneys promise to never do it again. A trove of documents reveal how they did it.
Mar 5th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
At Waukesha Visit, Jill Biden Calls Trump ‘Dangerous to Women’
First Lady discussed abortion rights on her fourth visit to the state since August.
Mar 4th, 2024 by Evan Casey
Democrats Optimistic About New Voting Maps
'This is a sea change in Wisconsin politics.'
Feb 27th, 2024 by Ruth Conniff
AG Kaul Joins Coalition Attempting To Protect New Air-Quality Regulations
The litigation is focused on federal regulations that govern state plans to limit greenhouse gas emissions.
Feb 21st, 2024 by Danielle Kaeding
Evers Signs Legislative Maps Into Law, Ending Court Fight
Maps reduce GOP's advantage, GOP avoids court drawing new maps via gerrymandering lawsuit.
Feb 19th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Planned Parenthood Workers Win Union Election
Next up is negotiating a contract.
Feb 9th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Republicans Want To Subpoena Supreme Court’s Redistricting Consultants
Consultants, in their report, were critical of GOP's map submission.
Feb 9th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Wisconsin Supreme Court Consultants Rule Out Republican-Drawn Maps
In first public release, court consultants say GOP maps "don't deserve further consideration."
Feb 2nd, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Legislative Hearing a Debate Over DEI
Proposed constitutional amendment bars 'preferential treatment' by state offices, universities.
Jan 31st, 2024 by Baylor Spears
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
Evers Offers Roadmap for Workforce, Environment and Health Agenda
Vos says governor's State of the State speech 'didn't have a lot of new ideas.'
Jan 24th, 2024 by Baylor Spears
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
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
State Group Funds National Attack on DEI
The Searle Family Trust, based in Madison, has bankrolled many other right-wing causes.
Jan 22nd, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Republicans Introduce 14-Week Abortion Ban
But Evers promises veto. Proposal would also require referendum.
Jan 19th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Who Are These Guys?
Who filed second gerrymandering lawsuit and why? Nine questions the case raises.
Jan 18th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Democratic Firm’s Lawsuit Challenges State’s Congressional Maps
'Wisconsin is a purple state, but... district maps don’t reflect that.'
Jan 17th, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Chisholm Reflects on Time as Milwaukee’s Top Prosecutor
He has served for 17 years as DA, overseeing turbulent times in city's history.
Jan 15th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
2024 Political Calendar Is Jam Packed
Lots of deadlines and dates culminating in presidential election where Wisconsin's vote could be crucial.
Jan 8th, 2024 by Steven Walters
Supreme Court’s Redistricting Consultants Will Cost Up To $200,000
Two college professors are each being paid $450 per hour.
Jan 5th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Can Republicans Delay Redistricting?
They’re certainly trying. How will state Supreme Court respond?
Jan 3rd, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Did Leonard Leo Save Scott Walker?
Federalist Society leader helped elect Wisconsin justices who killed John Doe probe.
Jan 2nd, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Top 10 State Government Stories of 2023
A year filled with surprises and big stories, led by the election of Janet Protasiewicz to Supreme Court.
Jan 1st, 2024 by Steven Walters
Minocqua Brewery Owner Files To Get Trump Tossed From Ballot
Filing from super PAC is first step in process expected to end at Supreme Court.
Dec 29th, 2023 by Rob Mentzer
Wisconsin Supreme Court Throws Out Republican-Drawn Legislative Maps
But now comes the challenge of creating new maps. Court first gives task to Governor, Legislature.
Dec 22nd, 2023 by Rich Kremer
Wisconsin Has A “Smart Growth” Law To Encourage Housing, But No One Is Enforcing It
Planner Robin Palm has been willing to go to court over a proposal in Wauwatosa.
Dec 22nd, 2023 by Jonmaesha Beltran
Milwaukee County Is Funding Affordable Housing In Suburbs
Multi-year effort aims to address shortage, reduce disparities in communities that once opposed such housing.
Dec 21st, 2023 by Jonmaesha Beltran
State Appeals Court Could Next Decide If Abortion Legal
Sheboygan District Attorney appeals Dane County decision invalidating 1849 abortion ban.
Dec 20th, 2023 by Rich Kremer
Following LGBTQ+, Racial Book Bans, ACLU Files Wave of Records Requests
Move follows surge in book bans, including a 400+ item request in Elkhorn.
Dec 14th, 2023 by Corrinne Hess
Wisconsin Democrats Propose State Protections For Same-Sex Marriages
Proposal follows 2022 federal law, overturning of Roe vs. Wade. Would strike 2006 constitutional amendment.
Dec 14th, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Sheboygan DA Vows To Appeal Abortion Ruling
Judge ruled Tuesday that 1849 law doesn't ban abortion.
Dec 6th, 2023 by Sarah Lehr
Dane County Judge Rules 1849 Law Does Not Ban Abortions In Wisconsin
Ruling is a win for abortion rights advocates.
Dec 5th, 2023 by Sarah Lehr
Protect the Rights of Student Journalists
17 states have passed such legislation. Wisconsin should do the same.
Dec 5th, 2023 by Larry Gallup
Here’s To State Republicans Who Support Constitution
GOP veterans join Wisconsin branch of national group Keep Our Republic.
Dec 4th, 2023 by Bill Kaplan
MCTS Announces 8th Annual Rosa Parks Scholarship
Transit system will also honor Parks and others with a reserved seat on buses Dec. 1-3.
Dec 1st, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Former Attorney General Brad Schimel Running For Wisconsin Supreme Court
Schimel, a Republican, enters 2025 race where conservatives hope to take back control of court.
Dec 1st, 2023 by Rich Kremer
Milwaukee Could Add Race, Gender To Contracting Requirements
New study attempts to chart legal pathway for city.
Nov 27th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Bipartisan Bill Protects Student Newspapers
Bill would bar college or high school administrators from pulling articles.
Nov 24th, 2023 by Rich Kremer
Plea Deal Reached In Fire Bombing of Anti-Abortion Office
Hridindu Roychowdhury will plead guilty to felony charge, with penalty of between 5 to 20 years in prison.
Nov 22nd, 2023 by Sarah Lehr
Wisconsin Supreme Court Hears Arguments In Gerrymandering Case
Case, before court’s now-liberal majority, could overturn Republicans’ entrenched advantage.
Nov 21st, 2023 by Henry Redman
Bill Prevents Domestic Violence Offenders From Carrying Guns
Democratic proposal addresses 'dangerous loophole' in current gun laws.
Nov 14th, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk
