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The Impact of Impeachment Threats
Republicans seek to scare Justice Protasiewicz and elections overseer Meagan Wolfe into following their dictates.
Sep 27th, 2023 by Bruce Thompson
Taxpayers Paying For Both Sides of Senate Lawsuit Over Redistricting
Democrats and Republicans both charging State of Wisconsin for redistricting legal fight.
Sep 21st, 2023 by Rich Kremer
The Power of Wisconsin’s Gerrymander
Recent election results show how entrenched the Republican advantage is.
Sep 20th, 2023 by Bruce Thompson
Evers Appoints Jorge Fragoso to Circuit Court
Attorney will take office Nov. 4, filling vacancy left by Judge Lindsey Grady.
Sep 19th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
With Lawsuits Pending, Assembly Republicans Approve Redistricting Changes
Fight over gerrymandering now moves to Senate.
Sep 15th, 2023 by Sarah Lehr
Senate Votes To Fire Elections Commissioner, Triggering Legal Fight
Republicans vote to fire Wisconsin Elections Commission Administrator Megan Wolfe, AG Kaul says vote is illegal.
Sep 14th, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Speaker Vos Consulting Former Supreme Court Justices On Protasiewicz Impeachment
Move comes as Republicans rush to push through redistricting alternative.
Sep 14th, 2023 by Rich Kremer
3 Scenarios For GOP Threats Against Protasiewicz
Federal and state case law suggest there are no grounds for impeachment.
Sep 13th, 2023 by Bruce Thompson
Facing Court Challenge, Republicans Offer Drastic Redistricting Proposal
After opposing it for years, Vos says state should adopt Iowa-style nonpartisan process.
Sep 12th, 2023 by Corrinne Hess and Anya van Wagtendonk
Ad Campaign Targets Republicans on Protasiewicz Impeachment
Six-figure ad buy by Republican Accountability Project targets GOP districts.
Sep 12th, 2023 by Bruce Murphy
Judge Protasiewicz Participates In First Supreme Court Hearing
Court resumes work following August investiture, meets on eviction records rules.
Sep 8th, 2023 by Henry Redman
Judicial Commission Dismisses Complaints Against Protasiewicz
Her campaign comments on redistricting did not violate judicial code of ethics.
Sep 6th, 2023 by Henry Redman
Democrats Respond To Republican Attempt to Force Protasiewicz Off Gerrymandering Case
Legislative Republicans have threatened impeachment if new judge doesn't recuse herself.
Aug 31st, 2023 by Henry Redman
Should Judicial Candidates Be Muzzled?
Forcing Protasiewicz to recuse could doom fair maps and discourage informative judicial races.
Aug 30th, 2023 by Bruce Thompson
State Supreme Court Emails Show Chaotic First Week of Liberal Control
Documents offer portrait of a court at war with itself.
Aug 30th, 2023 by Jack Kelly and Matthew DeFour
Election Deniers Make False Charges at Senate Hearing on Top Election Official
Attorney General says Republicans' hearing to consider ousting Meagan Wolfe is illegal.
Aug 30th, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Elections Administrator Won’t Attend Her Own Appointment Hearing
Decision based on opinion of Attorney General Kaul, who said there isn't actually an appointment process underway.
Aug 25th, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Bill Requires Judge’s OK Before Prosecutors Could Drop Certain Charges
Law enforcement groups support it, ACLU opposes it.
Aug 23rd, 2023 by Sarah Lehr
Should Protasiewicz Recuse From Redistricting Cases?
Or should Rebecca Bradley? Her comment was less factual and more scathing.
Aug 23rd, 2023 by Bruce Thompson
Judicial Rotation Explained By An Insider
Judges face an annual court house shuffle on August 1.
Aug 18th, 2023 by Michael Horne
State Election Board Leaves Administrator In Legal Limbo
Commissioners split on whether Wolfe should testify to Senate.
Aug 17th, 2023 by Henry Redman
Who Are State Supreme Court’s ‘Rogue Members’?
Ziegler and conservatives have ignored state Constitution in governance dispute.
Aug 16th, 2023 by Bruce Thompson
Vos Says Republicans May Consider Impeaching Protasiewicz
Assembly Speaker says Supreme Court justice should recuse from redistricting case.
Aug 15th, 2023 by Henry Redman
Legislative Democrats on ‘Veto Watch’ after Gov. Evers Blocks 10 Bills
Republicans only need two-thirds of those present to override the governor’s veto
Aug 11th, 2023 by Jack Kelly and Matthew DeFour
North Shore Special Elections Show Impact of Gerrymandering
Packing-and-cracking allowed Republicans to keep control of seats that were trending Democratic.
Aug 10th, 2023 by Bruce Thompson
Republicans Seek To Intervene In Democrats’ Absentee Voting Lawsuit
Lawsuit by Democratic groups seeks to restore access to drop boxes, allow clerks to cure ballots.
Aug 10th, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Former Gov. Scott Walker Says Overturning Act 10 Would Set ‘Horrible Precedent’
Walker says newly-liberal court shouldn't touch his signature policy measure.
Aug 9th, 2023 by Evan Casey
Houses of Worship Could Become Exempt From Emergency Orders
Authors of the proposed constitutional amendment argue that it's a matter of separating church and state.
Aug 8th, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Conservative Chief Justice Annette Ziegler Accuses Liberal Majority of Going ‘Rogue’
Claims state Supreme Court liberal majority of holding a 'secret' meeting. Majority says all justices were invited.
Aug 5th, 2023 by Corrinne Hess
Now Liberal Wisconsin Supreme Court Fires Administrator
Randy Koschnick, hired in 2017, previously ran for court as conservative candidate.
Aug 3rd, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Wisconsin’s Congressional Delegation Largely Silent On Trump’s January 6 Indictment
But Sen. Ron Johnson, who appears in charging document, says it is another example of "dual system of justice under Biden."
Aug 2nd, 2023 by Rich Kremer
Lawsuit Filed To Overturn Republican-Drawn Legislative Maps
Progressive law firms asking now-liberal-controlled Wisconsin Supreme Court to throw out controversial maps.
Aug 2nd, 2023 by Shawn Johnson
Justice Janet Protasiewicz Sworn In, Giving Liberals Control of Supreme Court
Wisconsin court's ideological persuasion flips for first time in 15 years.
Aug 2nd, 2023 by Shawn Johnson
Do Act 12 Mandates Violate State Constitution?
Legislation enabling Milwaukee sales tax included restrictions that could be challenged.
Jul 26th, 2023 by Bruce Thompson
How to Achieve Fair Legislative Maps
We can learn from Iowa and Michigan, which created independent redistricting to prevent gerrymandering.
Jul 25th, 2023 by State Sen. Jeff Smith and State Rep. Deb Andraca
GOP Launches Early Voting Campaign
After years of claiming early and absentee voting leads to fraud, Republicans change course.
Jul 25th, 2023 by Corrinne Hess
State’s Top Elections Official Interviewed By Jan. 6 Investigators
US Department of Justice has subpoenaed Meagan Wolfe and Milwaukee's election official.
Jul 19th, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Supervisors Debate Sales Tax Hike
Does the board have the 12 votes needed to approve this critical measure?
Jul 19th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
State Supreme Court Rejects DEI Education for Attorneys
Would create 'goose-stepping brigade," Justice Rebecca Bradley contends.
Jul 15th, 2023 by Rich Kremer
Republicans Outraged By Evers’ Vetoes
Blasting 'trickery' of 'radical governor,' they vow to 'stand up and fight.'
Jul 7th, 2023 by Baylor Spears
Evers, Vos Argue Over Amended State Budget
Evers reshaped budget with 51 partial vetoes, trades words with Republicans.
Jul 6th, 2023 by Baylor Spears
Republican-Controlled Senate Laying Groundwork To Fire Wisconsin Elections Chief
But Democrat on election board says there is nothing for Senate to actually vote on.
Jun 29th, 2023 by Shawn Johnson
Elections Commission Deadlocks on Executive Director
3-3 vote means Meagan Wolfe will continue as director. Issue could go to courts.
Jun 28th, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Common Council Plans To Approve Sales Tax
And later sue the state over policy restrictions. They 'will not dampen our creativity.'
Jun 21st, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Republicans Discuss Unity, Abortion at State Convention
"This is not your pop's Republican Party. We've got tattoos, piercings."
Jun 19th, 2023 by Shawn Johnson
Gov. Evers Appoints Three New Milwaukee Judges
Amber Raffeet August, Anderson Gansner and Raphael Ramos picked to fill vacancies.
May 30th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Trial For Wisconsin’s Fake Electors Scheduled For Fall 2024
Jury trial would start two months before 2024 presidential election.
May 25th, 2023 by Shawn Johnson
State High Court Will Decide; Must Faith Groups Offer Unemployment Insurance?
Catholic Charities wants exemption from paying into state unemployment program.
May 23rd, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Wisconsin Supreme Court Rules It’s Too Late To Sue Over Sexual Assault
Civil lawsuit over decades old case rejected, but basketball coach is in prison on criminal conviction.
May 18th, 2023 by Corrinne Hess
State Supreme Court Upholds Marsy’s Law
6-1 ruling rejects lawsuit charging that constitutional amendment's wording was misleading.
May 17th, 2023 by Sarah Lehr
Two Issues Show Decline Of Democracy In Wisconsin
Republican Legislature ignores huge majority of voters on abortion and redistricting.
May 17th, 2023 by Bruce Thompson
Committee Rejects Abortion Travel Fund
With Republican legislators watching Milwaukee's every move, supervisors reject proposal.
May 9th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Evers Makes 3 Appointments to DNR Board
All members of Natural Resources Board now appointed by Democratic governor.
May 7th, 2023 by Henry Redman
Outside Groups Spent Record $28.8 Million on State Supreme Court Race
Nearly six times more than previous record of $5.03 million set in 2020.
May 7th, 2023 by Erik Gunn
Wisconsin Supreme Court Won’t Order Use of Ivermectin for COVID-19
Aurora doctors refused to administer the deworming drug, triggering lawsuit.
May 4th, 2023 by Henry Redman
Will State Supreme Court Cool Its Ideological Rancor?
As of August 1, its hostility toward experts and democracy won't fly.
May 3rd, 2023 by Bruce Thompson
New Open Records Bill Would Overrule Court, Improve Records Access
Bipartisan proposal would allow legal fees to be recovered without a court order.
Apr 27th, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Liberals Winning State Supreme Court Races
They’ve now won three of last four races by big margins. What the data shows.
Apr 26th, 2023 by Bruce Thompson
Johnson Calls For Abortion Referendum
'I have a hard time believing people would allow abortion past about 12 weeks.'
Apr 25th, 2023 by Evan Casey
Former Judge Derek Mosley Working To Get Milwaukee Talking
Mosley, now with Marquette, hopes to break down barriers, promote civil discourse.
Apr 21st, 2023 by Edgar Mendez
Judge Allows Those Suing Fake Electors To Remain On Case
Dane County judge rules there is no conflict of interest, despite Trump attorney's objection.
Apr 20th, 2023 by Henry Redman
Why Republicans Lose Younger Voters
Can Scott Walker lead the way to transforming the party’s aging demographics?
Apr 19th, 2023 by Bruce Murphy
Uihleins Are Now Billionaires
Top Republican donors join state's leading billionaires John Menard and Diane Hendricks.
Apr 17th, 2023 by Bruce Murphy
This Is First Liberal Wisconsin Supreme Court In Living Memory
Media says court was liberal 15 years ago. Dead wrong. This is a radical change.
Apr 17th, 2023 by Bill Lueders
Bowen Won’t Seek Recount, Pratt Is New Alderwoman
Andrea Pratt wins race to replace Ashanti Hamilton by 17 votes.
Apr 13th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Committee Pauses Abortion Travel Fund
Legal uncertainty causes supervisors to table the proposal for a month.
Apr 12th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
State Supreme Race Shows Need for Campaign Finance Reform
Now that Republicans got outspent in big money race, will they back any reforms?
Apr 10th, 2023 by Matt Rothschild
Yes, Protasiewicz Could Be Impeached
And removed from office by Republican Senate supermajority. But then Gov. Evers could step in.
Apr 10th, 2023 by Bruce Murphy
Collegiality a Casualty in Supreme Court Election?
Current court members were active in election, could intensify rancor between judges.
Apr 10th, 2023 by Steven Walters
Republicans Can’t Simply Remove a WI Supreme Court Justice
Rep. Knodl’s victory gives Republicans a two-thirds Senate majority, creating speculation about whether they could impeach Justice Janet Protasiewicz.
Apr 6th, 2023 by Matthew DeFour
Wisconsin Supreme Court Flip Was Years In the Making
Partisan-style campaigning and waning influence of Republican WOW counties contribute to Protasiewicz victory.
Apr 6th, 2023 by Shawn Johnson
17 Election Winners and Losers
Beyond the election results, who were the other people, groups and trends that won or lost?
Apr 5th, 2023 by Bruce Murphy
Geenen Upsets Brash in Appeals Court Race
Incumbent William Brash loses in a landslide to challenger Sara Geenen.
Apr 5th, 2023 by Bruce Murphy
Dan Knodl Declares Victory in 8th District Senate Race
Democrat Jodi Habush Sinykin hasn't conceded. Republican supermajority at stake.
Apr 5th, 2023 by Baylor Spears
Gena Defeats Lena For Municipal Court Judge
Molly Gena trumps Sen. Lena Taylor in race to replace Derek Mosley.
Apr 4th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Janet Protasiewicz Defeats Kelly, Flips Supreme Court For Liberals
Her win creates liberal majority on Wisconsin's high court for first time in 15 years.
Apr 4th, 2023 by Shawn Johnson
Milwaukee Election Results
Three open council seats, one municipal judge race, a county board primary and three school board races.
Apr 4th, 2023 by Urban Milwaukee
Top 20 Donors to State Political Parties
George Soros, Steven Spielberg and LinkedIn founder Reid Hoffman among rich donors across U.S. pouring money into Wisconsin.
Apr 4th, 2023 by Peter Cameron and Hina Suzuki
Supreme Court Candidates Make Last Push For Votes
Will Trump indictment affect race between Dan Kelly and Janet Protasiewicz?
Apr 3rd, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk
How Wisconsin Became Wild West of Campaign Spending
In just 20 years quiet nonpartisan Supreme Court races turned into something ugly.
Apr 3rd, 2023 by Steven Walters
Protasiewicz Embraces Democratic Issues
If elected, Supreme Court candidate could flip state on abortion, gerrymandering, election laws.
Apr 1st, 2023 by Shawn Johnson
The Life and Times of Dan Kelly
Supreme Court candidate says he is 'boring,' not political. His life and record tell a different story.
Apr 1st, 2023 by Shawn Johnson
Is Democracy at Stake in Supreme Court Race?
A conservative majority seems set on restricting voting rights.
Mar 30th, 2023 by Bruce Thompson
$38 Million Spent on High Court Race
$23.7 million by outside groups and $14.6 million by campaigns, with Kelly still behind in total spending.
Mar 29th, 2023 by Erik Gunn
Three Northside Aldermanic Races
Six candidates running to fill three open seats on the Milwaukee Common Council.
Mar 29th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin Supreme Court Has Highest Percentage of Women Justices
That's 86%, compared to a 38% average for all state high courts.
Mar 28th, 2023 by Peter Cameron
Geenen Challenges Walker-Appointed Judge
Bill Brash’s campaign email promises he will be a conservative, links him with Dan Kelly.
Mar 28th, 2023 by Bruce Murphy
Race For Municipal Judge Gets Little Attention
Attorney Molly Gena and Senator Lena Taylor vying for open seat on city court.
Mar 27th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
8th Senate District Race Will Decide GOP Veto-Proof Majority
Republican Rep. Dan Knodl, Democrat Jodi Habush Sinykin compete for open seat.
Mar 27th, 2023 by Gaby Vinick
Kelly Campaign Airing Remake of Racist “Willie Horton Ad”
1988 ad was used by George H.W. Bush against Michael Dukakis. Kelly creates nearly shot-for-shot remake.
Mar 24th, 2023 by Henry Redman
Early Voting Underway for Spring Election
Through April 1, Milwaukee voters can cast their ballots at any of 7 city polling sites.
Mar 22nd, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Election Deniers Cause More Turmoil in Green Bay
Suit by Wisconsin Senate and Sen. Jacque challenges City Hall audio recording system.
Mar 21st, 2023 by Henry Redman
Jan. 6 Attendee Key Campaign Activist for Kelly
West Virginian 'Stop the Steal' activist spending month here to work on high court race.
Mar 18th, 2023 by Henry Redman
Carl Ashley Named Milwaukee’s Chief Judge
Ashley currently serves as deputy chief judge and has served on the bench since 1999.
Mar 17th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Republicans Holding Confirmation Hearings For Gov. Evers’ New Appointees
Agriculture, DNR secretaries get hearings, a marked change from Evers' last term.
Mar 16th, 2023 by Henry Redman
Protasiewicz Crushing Kelly in TV Ads
Liberal candidate has run more than three times as many ads as the conservative. Kelly's campaign vows to catch up.
Mar 15th, 2023 by Bruce Murphy
Anti-Abortion Groups Unite to Defend State Law
Opposing Vos proposal of exceptions for rape and incest. Working to elect Dan Kelly.
Mar 13th, 2023 by Baylor Spears
Opee Awards Honor Open Records Champions
And chastise those who block transparency.
Mar 12th, 2023 by Bill Lueders
Dan Kelly Did Paid Partisan Work
Supreme Court candidate's financial disclosure forms show payments from Republican Party. No such work done by Protasiewicz.
Mar 12th, 2023 by Henry Redman
Supreme Court Race Costs $13 Million in Three Weeks
Ad war will help set national spending record. 'We're gonna blow it out of the water.'
Mar 11th, 2023 by Shawn Johnson
