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Absentee Ballots Mailed to Wisconsin Clerks Down 30% Compared to 2022
Officials cite loss of faith in U.S. Postal Service. In-person absentee voting expected to rise.
Oct 14th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Just How Conservative Is Tom Tiffany?
A consistent record — with a nasty edge —in state and federal politics.
Oct 13th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Four Candidates Line Up For Three Milwaukee County Judgeships
Incumbent Jack Dávila draws a challenger as two longtime judges retire ahead of 2027 vote.
Oct 9th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin’s Controversial Anti-Union Law Faces a Reckoning
WI Supreme Court set to review it. If Democrats take over legislature they could overturn it.
Oct 7th, 2026 by Zoey Elwood
Wisconsin’s New Online Portal Helps Domestic Violence Victims
New system makes it easier to seek protection through a temporary restraining order.
Oct 5th, 2026 by Sarah Lehr
High Court Hears Claims Wisconsin Maps Rig Districts And Stifle Competition
Arguments target alleged partisan gerrymander and incumbent protection.
Sep 17th, 2026 by Henry Redman
Not Just Governor, Three Constitutional Amendments on The Ballot
GOP-led amendments will appear on ballots alongside partisan races.
Sep 14th, 2026 by Brittany Carloni
Wisconsin Supreme Court Weighs Next Step On Congressional Map Suits
Justices will decide if lower-court panels were right to toss two gerrymandering challenges.
Sep 14th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Lawsuit Targets Wisconsin Minority Teacher Loan Forgiveness Program
Conservative law firm says $30,000 loan relief for minority educators violates equal protection.
Sep 14th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess
Planned Parenthood Sues To Overturn Key Wisconsin Abortion Limits
New lawsuit targets 24-hour waiting period and physician-only rule as unconstitutional barriers.
Sep 10th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk
The Arguments Against Wisconsin’s Congressional Maps
Are the current maps partisan? Anti-competitive? Supreme Court must decide.
Sep 9th, 2026 by Bruce Thompson
Evers’ Rhetoric Doesn’t Match Reality on School Funding
He's tussled with Republicans, but both sides have oversold their underfunding of schools.
Sep 8th, 2026 by Ruth Conniff
Next Attorney General Will Control $219 Million Legal Settlement
Could spending of settlement cash from Meta and Facebook become issue in fall election?
Sep 7th, 2026 by Steven Walters
Democrats Fire Up Western Wisconsin Voters for November Election
David Crowley, other Democrats make their pitches at party's annual corn roast in La Crosse.
Sep 7th, 2026 by Hope Kirwan
Milwaukee County Judge Reverses Trespassing Citation in Lake Michigan Beach Walker Case
Paul Florsheim got a $313 trespassing citation for walking past a public beach in Shorewood.
Sep 4th, 2026 by Evan Casey
How Gerrymandered Are Wisconsin’s Congressional Districts?
The data tells the story. Will it help win two court court cases?
Sep 2nd, 2026 by Bruce Thompson
Act 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 Carloni
Don’t ‘Milwaukee County’ Wisconsin, Says Tiffany
Republican candidate for governor blasts David Crowley’s record, promises tax refund.
Aug 25th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Fake Polls, Real Polls Muddled Wisconsin Governor’s Race
None of them were very accurate. Yet more pollsters keep popping up.
Aug 19th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Tiffany’s Vote for 2025 Medicaid Cuts Could Be Issue in Race for Governor
45,000 people in Wisconsin lost health coverage. 'Biggest cut we've ever seen in this country.'
Aug 19th, 2026 by Erik Gunn
Council Targets Airbnb Party Houses With Neighbor Notices and Registry
Council backs requirements while eyeing even more restrictions.
Jul 31st, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Appeals Court Upholds Act 10, Likely Sending Case to WI Supreme Court
2-1 conservative majority overrules Dane County court decision overturning collective bargaining law.
Jul 29th, 2026 by Shawn Johnson
UW-Madison Sued for Continuing Race-Based Scholarships After Supreme Court Ruling
Conservative groups, including one run by Scott Walker, say university has 20 programs.
Jul 28th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess
Democrats Sue Wisconsin Elections Commission Over Absentee Ballot Rules
New WEC guidance limits ballot 'spoiling' as thousands of early votes are already in.
Jul 24th, 2026 by Shawn Johnson
The Rationale for Rebuilding Milwaukee County’s Public Safety Building
County Supervisor Shawn Rolland argues Milwaukee can't afford to wait.
Jul 23rd, 2026 by Sup. Shawn Rolland
Milwaukee Could Make It Easier To Identify Homes Listed on Airbnb
City grappling with limits of state regulations, attempting to improve transparency.
Jul 23rd, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
WI Lawyer Regulation Office May Suspend Law License of Ex-Judge Dugan
A jury found Hannah Dugan guilty of impeding immigration enforcement.
Jul 22nd, 2026 by Sarah Lehr
How Did Support For Environment Get So Partisan?
Rankings show extreme split on issue. No more champions like TR and Tommy?
Jul 15th, 2026 by Bruce Thompson
WI Elections Commission Finds Elon Musk Likely Violated Bribery Law
Finds 'probable cause' billionaire broke the law in 2025, refers complaint to district attorney.
Jul 15th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Wisconsin Supreme Court Backs Kaul on Control of Settlement Funds
Liberal majority says the attorney general can direct multistate lawsuit money within the state’s general fund.
Jul 10th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Dugan Sentenced to $5,000 Fine, Will Appeal Conviction
Speaks for first time since her arrest, saying she is neither a 'scofflaw or hero.'
Jul 8th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Wisconsin Supreme Court Denies Access to Voter Competency Records
Election conspiracy group wanted records that are closed under state law.
Jul 7th, 2026 by Henry Redman
Isthmus Denies Doing Political Polls
Republicans using fictitious liberal group linked to Madison publication to mislead Democrats?
Jul 7th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
WI Supreme Court Stays Case Challenging Sheriffs Working With ICE
The ruling will give time for sheriffs to pursue a federal appeal of case.
Jul 6th, 2026 by WPR Staff
How Inconsistent Standards Disenfranchised Some Voters in Mequon
City followed policy that Wisconsin Elections Commission said was illegal.
Jul 6th, 2026 by Alexander Shur
325 Political Candidates Offer Their Favorite Wisconsin Fun Fact
Including the sundae, hamburger, Dungeons & Dragons and an underground railroad ship.
Jul 6th, 2026 by Brittany Carloni, Zoey Elwood and Audrey Lopez-Stane
Will Wisconsin’s Gerrymandered Congressional Map Be Overturned?
Wisconsin Supreme Court moving slowly toward a decision.
Jul 1st, 2026 by Bruce Thompson
Court Tosses Minority Grant, But Options Remain To Aid Students
Education policy expert urges Wisconsin to repurpose funds and confront affordability issue.
Jun 20th, 2026 by Beatrice Lawrence
State Supreme Court Ends Wisconsin Minority College Grant Program
Justices unanimously rule program for students of color unconstitutional.
Jun 19th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess
WI Supreme Court Accepts Second Appeal To Redraw Congressional Map
Two appeals use different legal arguments. Conservative justices oppose both.
Jun 13th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Private Property Signs Bar Walking Along Lake in Ozaukee County
Property owner who helped put up signs north of nature reserve complains of abuse.
Jun 8th, 2026 by Evan Casey
Wisconsin Supreme Court Revisits Recusal Rules
Will hear from members of public. Current rules were written by a business lobby.
Jun 3rd, 2026 by Brittany Carloni
Wisconsin Supreme Court Will Hear Challenge To Congressional Map
Appeal argues districts are an anti-competitive gerrymander favoring incumbents, not parties.
Jun 1st, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Wisconsin Leads Nation In Teacher Union Membership Losses
Union leaders dispute conservative think tank’s report even as membership falls sharply statewide.
May 29th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess
Ex-Trump Attorney Troupis Seeks $3.2 Million from ‘Anti-Weaponization’ Fund
James Troupis faces felony charges of forgery for his role in 2020 fake elector plot.
May 27th, 2026 by Henry Redman
EPA PFAS Rollback Puts Wisconsin Drinking Water Limits In Legal Crosshairs
Experts say state rules could be more vulnerable to lawsuits as federal standards weaken.
May 21st, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding
Federal Judge Sends Immigration Case Back to Wisconsin Supreme Court
ACLU of Wisconsin lawsuit challenges county sheriffs work with ICE.
May 20th, 2026 by Shawn Johnson
Blue County vs Red County Urban Sprawl
Americans are dividing into two different ways of life. How do Milwaukee and Wisconsin rank?
May 13th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Wisconsin Plays Role in National Redistricting Battle
Will state Supreme Court's liberal majority require a new map of congressional districts?
May 11th, 2026 by Steven Walters
Trump Looms Over Wisconsin Republicans’ Annual Convention
84% of WI Republicans approve of president despite his negative impact on state elections.
May 11th, 2026 by Brittany Carloni
The Impact of Two Cases Challenging Wisconsin’s Congressional Districts
Both judicial panels have essentially kicked the cases back to Wisconsin Supreme Court.
May 10th, 2026 by Bruce Thompson
Evers Wins Another Battle Over Agency Rulemaking
Republican legislators had stalled new rules for years. Dane County judge rules for governor.
May 9th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Evers Sues GOP-Controlled Joint Finance Committee. Again
Challenges 2018 lame-duck law giving committee power over how state DOJ settles civil suits.
May 6th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Milwaukee Districts Could Be Affected by Voting Rights Act Ruling
Could US Supreme Court ruling lead to changes in Common Council and school board maps?
May 4th, 2026 by Alexander Shur
Madison Told To Reject 23 Ballots, Mequon Voters Win A Recount
State elections panel launches investigations and braces for lawsuits ahead of May 15 certification deadline.
May 1st, 2026 by Alexander Shur
Justice-Elect Chris Taylor Endorses Pedro Colón in 2027 Supreme Court Race
Nearly a year from next Wisconsin Supreme Court election, 2 candidates already running.
Apr 29th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Second Judicial Panel Rejects Challenge to WI Congressional Map
Law Forward promises to appeal to Wisconsin Supreme Court.
Apr 29th, 2026 by Shawn Johnson
Appeals Court Judge Pedro Colón Announces 2027 WI Supreme Court Bid
He's the second liberal judge to enter race to replace conservative Justice Annette Ziegler.
Apr 28th, 2026 by Henry Redman
Will Supreme Court Liberals Adopt Recusal Rules?
Conservative majority refused to do so in 2017. Pressure now on liberals.
Apr 27th, 2026 by Steven Walters
No Recusal, No Misconduct Review In Wisconsin False Elector Forgery Case
Troupis’ attempt to sideline two liberal justices and challenge a Dane County judge falls flat at the Supreme Court.
Apr 24th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Did Republican Party Leaders Discuss Firing Brian Schimming?
He's still the state chair. And party leaders won't discuss details of their weekend meeting.
Apr 22nd, 2026 by Rich Kremer
How One Wisconsin County Makes It Easier for New Election Clerks
Rock County has all-hands-on-deck approach as state wrestles with high turnover.
Apr 21st, 2026 by Alexander Shur
Wisconsin Has Planted 54 Million Trees Since 2021
But Gov. Evers' goal of 100 million by 2030 may fall short without state stewardship program.
Apr 21st, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding
Will Wisconsin Supreme Court Strengthen Recusal Rules?
Petition by retired judges pushes for it. Liberal justices considering change.
Apr 20th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
WI Republicans Seek to Dismiss Public Education Funding Lawsuit
Suit cites state constitution mandate that all children must have access to sound basic education.
Apr 18th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess
High Court Rules Pabst Brewing Can Be Held Liable for Workplace Injuries
5-2 decision by WI Supreme Court finds company liable under 1911 'safe place statute.'
Apr 16th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Liberal Judge Lyndsey Brunette Announces 2027 WI Supreme Court Bid
Justice Ziegler won't run for reelection, leaving open seat for April 2027 election.
Apr 16th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Republicans Lose Campaign Cash Game They Created
Democrats are winning using rules Scott Walker and Republicans passed into law.
Apr 15th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Republican Sen. Jesse James to Retire From WI Legislature
James is fifth Republican state senator and third from from a swing district to quit.
Apr 14th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Republicans Seek Someone to Blame After Supreme Court Blowout
Some conservatives want state Republican Party Chair Brian Schimming fired, while others blame Lazar's failed campaign
Apr 13th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Politics, Drop Boxes And City Hall Mics, Two Mayors Won’t Face Charges
A Republican DA and Democratic counterpart say the facts drove their decisions in both cases.
Apr 9th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Republicans Hit Bottom in Supreme Court Race
Quiet campaign didn’t work. Party is in deep trouble.
Apr 8th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Milwaukee Central Count’s Quiet Night Sets Stage For Bigger Tests In August, November
Process improvement, decisive victory from Chris Taylor thwart any late-nght theatrics.
Apr 7th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Chris Taylor Wins Wisconsin Supreme Court Race, Grows Liberal Majority
Taylor's victory over Maria Lazar will give liberals a 5-2 majority on the court.
Apr 7th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk
6 Contested Circuit Court Races on April 7 Ballot
19 of 25 circuit court races in Wisconsin are uncontested. Which counties have races?
Apr 6th, 2026 by Henry Redman
Chris Taylor and Maria Lazar Make Closing Arguments of Campaign
A quiet ending to liberal vs conservative contest for Wisconsin Supreme Court.
Apr 6th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Evers Vetoes GOP Bill Ending Tax on Overtime and Tips
Also vetos bill requiring counties to cooperate with ICE, and killing 400-year veto.
Apr 4th, 2026 by Baylor Spears
Lazar, Taylor Draw Sharp Lines In Only Wisconsin Supreme Court Debate
Abortion, recusal rules and the limits of “values” on the bench dominate Milwaukee TV showdown.
Apr 3rd, 2026 by Brittany Carloni
Early Voting in WI Supreme Court Race Way Behind 2025
Number of absentee ballots cast so far is 112,000 behind pace set in 2025.
Mar 30th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Wisconsin Supreme Court Race Pivotal for Election Policy
Court could face issues like noncitizen voting, 2028 presidential election disputes.
Mar 30th, 2026 by Alexander Shur
How To Vote Early in Milwaukee
Milwaukee offers many options to vote early, but you'll want to check the hours.
Mar 27th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin Students Win Miranda Protections In School Police Encounters
ACLU hails unanimous decision as a major due process victory for kids questioned by officers on campus.
Mar 26th, 2026 by Henry Redman
Wisconsin Led Nation in Union Membership Decline
Wisconsin now a below-average state, report finds.
Mar 26th, 2026 by Richelle Wilson
Wisconsin Supreme Court Debate Postponed
Judge Chris Taylor's campaign says she is ill.
Mar 25th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess
Poll Shows Taylor Leads Lazar in WI Supreme Court Race
Democrats more excited about voting in April. But many voters haven't made a choice.
Mar 24th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
State Land Stewardship Program Likely to Expire in June
Senate didn't act on bills to extend popular Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program.
Mar 23rd, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding
Evers Vetoes GOP Bills to Limit Rulemaking, Bar ‘Rights of Nature’
Also vetoes bills to kill 'race-based' programs and regulate free speech at universities.
Mar 23rd, 2026 by Baylor Spears
Chris Taylor Stresses Advocacy for People in WI Supreme Court Race
Liberal candidate in April 7 election is an advocate for 'individual rights and freedoms.'
Mar 23rd, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Maria Lazar Touts a ‘Geeky’ Love of the Law in Run for Supreme Court
No conservative like her has won a race for state high court since 2019.
Mar 23rd, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu Won’t Seek Reelection
LeMahieu's announcement comes just weeks after Assembly Speaker Robin Vos announced his retirement
Mar 19th, 2026 by Shawn Johnson
Judges Said No, But Brad Schimel Is Still Running Milwaukee’s U.S. Attorney Office
Federal judges refused to extend his interim term; Trump admin found another way to keep him in charge.
Mar 19th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
WI Senate Depends on Democrats to Pass Online Sports Betting Bill
Bill part of lengthy agenda as senators race to finish final day of 2026 session.
Mar 18th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Sen. Van Wanggaard Won’t Seek Reelection
Racine County Republican's retirement creates key battleground Senate seat in 2026.
Mar 17th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Judge Maria Lazar Claims Mantle of Impartiality
Calls Judge Chris Taylor 'partisan.' But Lazar has regularly backed Republican causes.
Mar 16th, 2026 by Henry Redman
Wisconsin High Court Race Is Quieter, With Less Spending
With court majority not at stake turnout in April election expected to be lower.
Mar 15th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk
High Court Hears New Clash Over Lame Duck Limits On AG’s Power
Case could decide whether settlement money fills the state’s general fund or stays under DOJ control.
Mar 12th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Who Pays For The Legislature’s Lawyers? New Court Fight Seeks An Answer
Law Forward asks a Dane County judge to rein in private legal contracts at the Capitol.
Mar 12th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Will New Postmark Rule Affect Absentee Ballots in Wisconsin?
ACLU warns it could affect voters who register to vote by mail.
Mar 11th, 2026 by Sarah Lehr
High Court Case Flips Script on Which Judges Strictly Interpret Law
WI Supreme Court could overrule decision by Judge Lazar on 2018 lame duck law.
Mar 10th, 2026 by Brittany Carloni
Conservative WI Supreme Court Justice Annette Ziegler Will Retire
Will finish her term but won't be on 2027 ballot, setting up open race for high court.
Mar 9th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk
