U.S. Supreme Court

Council Wants State to Ban Bump Stocks

Newly-relegalized gun modifier allows them to be fired at a speed compared to machine guns.

Wisconsin Supreme Court Accepts Abortion Rights Cases

Both would advance abortion rights. Justices already bickering about cases.

County To Get $3 Million From Kroger In Opioid Settlement

Supermarket chain settles with local governments in lawsuit over role in opioid crisis.

Court Decision Holds Up Wisconsin’s $70 Million Drug Settlement

US Supreme Court ruling blocks nation-wide Purdue Pharma opioid settlement.

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.

Chief Justice Seeks Probe After Leak of Draft in Wisconsin Abortion Case

Document indicates high court to hear Planned Parenthood lawsuit on abortion rights.

Gov. Evers Releases Statement on Two-Year Anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court to Overturn Roe v. Wade

New national data show more than one in three women of reproductive age live in states that ban abortion at six weeks or less, travel time to access abortion care has increased 300 percent since Roe was overturned

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.

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Applauds U.S. Supreme Court Ruling on Domestic Violence Restraining Orders

Michigan Gov. Whitmer Stumps for Biden in Wisconsin

Gretchen Whitmer joined Gov. Evers at Madison event that was all about abortion access.

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Slams U.S. Supreme Court Ruling Allowing Deadly Bump Stocks

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Statement on U.S. Supreme Court Ruling on Mifepristone

PPWI Statement on U.S. Supreme Court Ruling

Bradley Foundation Has Become Less Local

Much less money for Wisconsin, more board members from outside state.

Brad Schimel Is Mr. Anti-Abortion

Conservative candidate for state Supreme Court a national leader in pushing to ban abortions.

Trump Found Guilty in Felony Hush Money Case

Sentencing to come four days before the RNC.

Ron Johnson’s Curious Stand on Abortion

Pleading for Republican unity on an issue that's a loser for the party.

Hovde Says 12-14 Week Abortion Ban a ‘Reasonable Time Range’

Republican's approach condemned by his opponent, Democratic US Sen. Tammy Baldwin.

Ron Johnson Calls on GOP to Set Aside ‘Squabbles’ on Abortion

Republicans at annual convention endorse Hovde, worry about new legislative maps.

Liberal Justices Question State Supreme Court’s Ban on Ballot Drop Boxes

Lawsuit by voter mobilization group Priorities USA seeks to overturn 2022 ruling.

Wisconsin Lacks Clear System for Tracking Police Caught Lying

Prosecutors across the country maintain ‘Brady lists’ of officers with a credibility problem.

Conservative Firm Sues Wisconsin Elections Commission for State Voter List

Public Interest Legal Foundation, which pushes to purge voter rolls, sues WEC's leader.

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.

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.

Eric Hovde’s Brother Gives $1 Million to Group Attacking Tammy Baldwin

Steven Hovde supporting Super PAC running digital ads slamming US Sen. Baldwin.

President Biden Unveils Student Loan Forgiveness Plan in Madison

His second Wisconsin visit in recent weeks. Plan lowers costs for 25 million borrowers.

Biden Touts Radical Redistribution of Wealth Student Loan Plan

Wisconsin Lawyers Org Reaches Partial Settlement on Diversity Suit

Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty charged program discriminates based on race.

Baldwin and Hovde Using Drastically Different Strategies To Win Votes

Baldwin goes "hyper local," while Hovde pushes national issues.

Attorney General Kaul Joins a Coalition Taking Action Against Idaho’s Draconian Abortion Ban

March 29, 2024

Thousands of Immigrants in Wisconsin in Court Without Lawyers

Facing possible deportation without representation. ‘It’s desperate.'

Bradley Foundation Bankrolls Trump’s Disinformation

Milwaukee group the biggest funder of war to stop social media from purging election lies.

Wisconsin Supreme Court Rules Against Unemployment Tax Exemption For Catholic Organization

Religious groups said they will appeal the ruling to U.S. Supreme Court

Kaul Hints He Could Pursue Larger Wisconsin Abortion Lawsuit

Wisconsin AG suggests he will pursue ruling if Supreme Court agrees to hear case.

State Democrats Make Push To Codify Right To Birth Control

But Republicans aren't expected to advance proposal.

Wisconsin Lawsuits to Kick Trump Off Ballot Dismissed

US Supreme Court ruling declared states lack authority to disqualify Trump.

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.

At Waukesha Visit, Jill Biden Calls Trump ‘Dangerous to Women’

First Lady discussed abortion rights on her fourth visit to the state since August.

Democrats Optimistic About New Voting Maps

'This is a sea change in Wisconsin politics.'

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.

Evers Signs Legislative Maps Into Law, Ending Court Fight

Maps reduce GOP's advantage, GOP avoids court drawing new maps via gerrymandering lawsuit.

Planned Parenthood Workers Win Union Election

Next up is negotiating a contract.

Republicans Want To Subpoena Supreme Court’s Redistricting Consultants

Consultants, in their report, were critical of GOP's map submission.

Wisconsin Supreme Court Consultants Rule Out Republican-Drawn Maps

In first public release, court consultants say GOP maps "don't deserve further consideration."

Attorney General Josh Kaul Takes Action to Protect Medication Abortion Access

Coalition of 24 Attorneys General Urges U.S. Supreme Court to Reverse Ruling Placing Unnecessary Restrictions on Access to Mifepristone

Legislative Hearing a Debate Over DEI

Proposed constitutional amendment bars 'preferential treatment' by state offices, universities.

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.

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.'

Press Release: Gov. Evers Delivers 2024 State of the State Address

Gov. Evers Reaffirms Support for Reproductive Healthcare, Announces Efforts to Expand Access to Oral Contraception, Postpartum Coverage After Pregnancy

Governor’s directive enables BadgerCare Plus members to access over-the-counter contraception without copays, urges Legislature to pass bipartisan legislation expanding postpartum BadgerCare coverage to 365 days

Kamala Harris Comes To Waukesha

The first stop on vice-president's 'Fight for Reproductive Freedoms' tour is a speech in Waukesha County.

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.

State Group Funds National Attack on DEI

The Searle Family Trust, based in Madison, has bankrolled many other right-wing causes.

Republicans Introduce 14-Week Abortion Ban

But Evers promises veto. Proposal would also require referendum.

Who Are These Guys?

Who filed second gerrymandering lawsuit and why? Nine questions the case raises.

Democratic Firm’s Lawsuit Challenges State’s Congressional Maps

'Wisconsin is a purple state, but... district maps don’t reflect that.'

Chisholm Reflects on Time as Milwaukee’s Top Prosecutor

He has served for 17 years as DA, overseeing turbulent times in city's history.

2024 Political Calendar Is Jam Packed

Lots of deadlines and dates culminating in presidential election where Wisconsin's vote could be crucial.

Supreme Court’s Redistricting Consultants Will Cost Up To $200,000

Two college professors are each being paid $450 per hour.

Can Republicans Delay Redistricting?

They’re certainly trying. How will state Supreme Court respond?

Did Leonard Leo Save Scott Walker?

Federalist Society leader helped elect Wisconsin justices who killed John Doe probe.

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.

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.

2023 Roundup: Gov. Evers Highlights 2023 Accomplishments

Speaker Vos Statement on SCOWIS Decision

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.

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.

Milwaukee County Is Funding Affordable Housing In Suburbs

Multi-year effort aims to address shortage, reduce disparities in communities that once opposed such housing.

Gov. Evers Slams Republicans’ New Effort to Restrict Reproductive Healthcare in Wisconsin

Mere weeks after reproductive freedom was restored for Wisconsin women, Wisconsin Republicans announce new effort to limit abortion access—again

State Appeals Court Could Next Decide If Abortion Legal

Sheboygan District Attorney appeals Dane County decision invalidating 1849 abortion ban.

Following LGBTQ+, Racial Book Bans, ACLU Files Wave of Records Requests

Move follows surge in book bans, including a 400+ item request in Elkhorn.

Wisconsin Democrats Propose State Protections For Same-Sex Marriages

Proposal follows 2022 federal law, overturning of Roe vs. Wade. Would strike 2006 constitutional amendment.

Rep. Shelia Stubbs Statement on Dane County Court Ruling of Wis. Stat. 940.04

Sheboygan DA Vows To Appeal Abortion Ruling

Judge ruled Tuesday that 1849 law doesn't ban abortion.

Dane County Judge Rules 1849 Law Does Not Ban Abortions In Wisconsin

Ruling is a win for abortion rights advocates.

Protect the Rights of Student Journalists

17 states have passed such legislation. Wisconsin should do the same.

Here’s To State Republicans Who Support Constitution

GOP veterans join Wisconsin branch of national group Keep Our Republic.

MCTS Announces 8th Annual Rosa Parks Scholarship

Transit system will also honor Parks and others with a reserved seat on buses Dec. 1-3.

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.

Milwaukee Could Add Race, Gender To Contracting Requirements

New study attempts to chart legal pathway for city.

Bipartisan Bill Protects Student Newspapers

Bill would bar college or high school administrators from pulling articles.

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.

Wisconsin Supreme Court Hears Arguments In Gerrymandering Case

Case, before court’s now-liberal majority, could overturn Republicans’ entrenched advantage.

New Marquette Law School national survey finds Biden trailing three GOP opponents, Trump dominating GOP primary

Haley leads Biden by 10 points, Trump and DeSantis lead by single digits

Bill Prevents Domestic Violence Offenders From Carrying Guns

Democratic proposal addresses 'dangerous loophole' in current gun laws.

Assembly Proposal Shakes Up UW System

Automatic enrollment, stripping racial preferences, adding free speech rules.

Fetuses Would Count For Tax Exceptions Under Republican Proposal

State Senate endorses plan, which also includes per dependent exception increase of $300.

Less Than A Year Now Until Several High Stakes Elections

Campaigns are ramping up in anticipation of November 2024 election.

State Republicans Now Pushing Agenda Through Constitutional Amendments

The GOP seeks to lock in policy wins by bypassing courts, governor.

Domestic Violence Task Force Co-Chairs Representatives Gwen Moore and Debbie Dingell Introduce Resolution Recognizing Intersection of Violence Against Women, Gun Violence, and Misogyny

During Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Representatives Gwen Moore (WI-04) and Debbie Dingell (MI-06) introduced a resolution recognizing the intersection of violence against women, gun violence, and misogyny. In response, Representatives Gwen Moore and Debbie Dingell released the following statement:

Bill Ends Race-Based College Aid, Retention Programs In Wisconsin

Republican bill bars consideration of race in scholarships, grants and loans.

In Defense of Gerrymandering

How the Supreme Court minority defends its objection to 'Fair maps!'.

Wisconsin Students Face Uncertain Future After Latest DACA Ruling

"Dreamers" have been forced to live life in limbo following repeated federal court rulings.

Gov. Evers Slams Senate Republicans for Continued Efforts to Obstruct the Peaceful Transfer of Power by Baselessly Firing Appointees

Governor names immediate appointments to ensure critical government operations continue

Will U.S. Supreme Court Rule on State’s Voting Maps Fight?

Robin Vos warns high court will have 'last word.' Experts have their doubts.

Vos Says Impeaching Janet Protasiewicz Still An Option

Two former justices advised Assembly Speaker not to pursue it.

Republicans Back Off On Impeaching Protasiewicz

Former justice Prosser advises Vos against it. Some GOP state senators agree.

Anti-Abortion Group Leader Files Formal Complaint Against Planned Parenthood

Complaint to state licensing agency comes after Planned Parenthood resumes abortion services.

DAs in Milwaukee, Dane Counties Urged to Prosecute Abortion Providers

Anti-abortion groups accuse Planned Parenthood of flouting state law.

Taxpayers Paying For Both Sides of Senate Lawsuit Over Redistricting

Democrats and Republicans both charging State of Wisconsin for redistricting legal fight.