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How Governor’s Power Was Weakened
Recent high court decision latest of several rulings reducing governor's power.
Jul 5th, 2022 by Steven Walters
Service Employees Union Spends Big
Since 2010, SEIU has spent more than $2.3 million on Democratic candidates in state.
Jul 3rd, 2022 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
State Supreme Court Ruling Reinforces Gerrymandering
Letting Prehn stay on DNR board overrides the will of all voters in the state.
Jul 1st, 2022 by Matt Rothschild
State High Court Rules Accused Mayfair Mall Shooter, 17, Be Tried As Adult
4-3 Supreme Court decision overrules circuit court on teenage boy.
Jun 30th, 2022 by Isiah Holmes
State High Court Throws Out Challenge To Kohler Land Swap
4-3 ruling allows transfer of state park land for a proposed golf course.
Jun 30th, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
Legal Fight Over Gableman Probe Keeps Growing
One year into investigation it's spawned an ever-growing number of court cases.
Jun 30th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
State Supreme Court Says Natural Resources Board Member Can Stay
Legislature won't okay Evers appointee to replace Fred Prehn so Prehn won’t step down.
Jun 29th, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
Anti-Abortion Groups Want To Tighten 1849 Ban
Seek to end 19th century law’s exception to protect life of a mother.
Jun 29th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Will High Court Prevent Disabled From Voting?
People who can’t use hands or feet can’t cast absentee ballot unassisted, as lower court ruling requires.
Jun 29th, 2022 by Matt Martinez
State Supreme Court Rules in Milwaukee ShotSpotter Case
Court says gunfire detection met standard for reasonable suspicion in man's arrest.
Jun 24th, 2022 by Isiah Holmes
Ron Johnson’s Staff Offered Pence Fake Elector Documents
Part of strategy by attorneys for former President Donald Trump to undermine 2020 election.
Jun 22nd, 2022 by Rich Kremer
Record Number of Legislators Retiring
At least 31 incumbents, one quarter of state Legislature retiring, highest since 1942.
Jun 20th, 2022 by Howard Hardee
Jobs First Coalition Backs Republicans
Brookfield-based conservative group has spent $2.6 million since 2010, mostly on legislators.
Jun 13th, 2022 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Elections Commission Rejects Challenge to Tim Michels’ Nominating Petitions
Unanimous decision puts Michels on the ballot in the GOP primary for governor.
Jun 11th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
State Supreme Court Sets Record For 4-3 Rulings
Most this term in 70 years, with Hagedorn almost always the deciding vote.
Jun 8th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
High Court Okays Release of COVID-19 Workplace Data
Health officials can identify employers having outbreaks, WI Supreme Court rules.
Jun 8th, 2022 by Erik Gunn
Grothman, Gallagher Face No Opponents
Only Wisconsin congressional districts without a Democrat on the ballot.
Jun 8th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
‘Tangled Series’ of Abortion Laws Since 1849
Wisconsin has had many laws passed on abortion which could cause confusion if Roe overturned.
Jun 8th, 2022 by Phoebe Petrovic
Democrats Challenge Michels Nomination Papers in Governor’s Race
The challenge seeks to block businessman Tim Michels from getting on the primary ballot.
Jun 6th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Michels Says He “Didn’t Promise Anything” for Trump’s Endorsement
But won't say Biden won Wisconsin.
Jun 5th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Ivermectin Lawsuits Create New Challenge For Health Care Providers
Some patients demanding the drug threaten or file lawsuits when they don't get it.
Jun 2nd, 2022 by Erik Gunn
Gableman Election Review $220,500 Over Budget
Partisan election review has cost taxpayers nearly $900,000, largely due to lawsuits.
Jun 2nd, 2022 by Henry Redman
Gerrymandering For Personal Gain
Republican redistricting put Fitzgerald brothers in separate congressional districts. Democrats put them back together again.
May 29th, 2022 by Peter Cameron
Dropbox Ruling Could Disenfranchise Disabled Voters
State Supreme Court hearing suit after a circuit court ruling state law requires voters to physically return absentee ballots.
May 26th, 2022 by Deneen Smith
Republican Dean Knudson Resigns Election Commission
Knudson said 'highest levels' of the Republican party told him to resign.
May 26th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
How To Grow Wisconsin’s Wealth Gap
The Institute for Reforming Government offers a plan to help the wealthy.
May 25th, 2022 by Bruce Thompson
Protasiewicz Running For Supreme Court
Milwaukee circuit court judge running in 2023 election for seat being vacated by retiring Justice Roggensack.
May 25th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
City Plans 27 Early Voting Sites
Council set to approve list, including Fiserv Forum and Gee's Clippers, but not all may be used.
May 24th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin Justice Blasts ‘Dangerous Loophole’ for Concealed Carry
Current law allows some with history of domestic violence to carry a concealed weapon.
May 20th, 2022 by Rob Mentzer
Democrats File Suit Against State Republicans Who Posed As Electors
Lawsuit argues actions of false presidential electors led to Jan. 6 insurrection.
May 17th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Judge Rules Against Law Giving Legislators Power Over Attorney General Settlements
Cites 170-year history before lame duck law. Republicans will appeal ruling.
May 11th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Redistricting Fight Shifts To New Maps
Advocacy groups ask federal judge to dismiss 2021 lawsuit over old maps and will plan new strategy.
May 7th, 2022 by Laurel White
Milwaukee Adding 37 New Wards
Supreme Court ruling changed state legislators for some city residents, requiring additional map revisions.
May 3rd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Ask Legislators For Records They Delete
Court decision opens door to treating deleted emails as open records.
May 3rd, 2022 by John Foust
Ryan Clancy Launches Campaign For State Assembly
County supervisor is backed by Rep. Brostoff, who he is running to replace.
May 2nd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin Conservation Voters Spends Big
Green group has spent $3.85 million since 2010, mostly for Democratic candidates.
May 2nd, 2022 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Vos Keeps Gableman Investigation Going
Though contract for probe was expiring, Speaker says it will continue, after pressure from Trump.
Apr 27th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Who Is Conducting Gableman’s Investigation?
Private lawyer and partisan group heavily involved in taxpayer funded election probe.
Apr 26th, 2022 by Matt Mencarini
How Republicans Won Redistricting Fight
The impact is huge. How did it happen?
Apr 25th, 2022 by Steven Walters
Gableman Probe Tracks Personal Backgrounds of Election Workers
Woman with “weird nose ring” who “loves nature and snakes” likely a Democrat, review suggests.
Apr 24th, 2022 by Henry Redman
State Has Few Competitive Assembly Districts
New redistricting approved by high court could leave just 3 of 99 districts with competitive races.
Apr 20th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Wisconsin Cities, Airports End Mask Orders
In response to federal court’s order, masks now optional at the airport.
Apr 19th, 2022 by Rob Mentzer
Three Northern Assembly Districts Held By Democrats Up For Grabs
Retirement of three representatives creates opportunity for Republicans.
Apr 18th, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
State High Court’s Hyper-Partisan Ruling
Its decision approves gerrymandered maps even worse than those of last decade.
Apr 18th, 2022 by Jay Heck
Fight Over Pollution Lawsuits Continues
Three settlements okayed but GOP legislators and Attorney General war over who gets money awarded.
Apr 18th, 2022 by Erik Gunn
Rick Esenberg’s Brutal Views On Disabled People
WILL leader pushes state high court to prevent severely disabled from voting.
Apr 16th, 2022 by Matt Rothschild
Wisconsin Supreme Court Picks Republican-Drawn Maps
Ruling gives Republicans chance at veto-proof majority, reverses earlier decision to pick Evers' maps.
Apr 15th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Wisconsin’s 1st Congressional District Might Be Competitive Again
Gov. Evers' legislative map rebalances district held by Republicans for two decades.
Apr 15th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
State Supreme Court Blocks Destruction of Rare Wetland
A sand fracking company wanted to fill a wetland in Monroe County.
Apr 15th, 2022 by Isiah Holmes
Will Release Of Deleted Records Shine Light on Legislature?
Vos releases some 20,000 documents. No group or reporter had ever requested deleted documents.
Apr 11th, 2022 by Erik Gunn
Right-Wing Money Helps Elect Appeals Court Judge
Uihleins and outside groups spend $450,000 to elect Maria Lazar.
Apr 9th, 2022 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Another Bizarre Gableman Proposal
With no evidence recommends state stop using ERIC voter registration system.
Apr 6th, 2022 by Bruce Thompson
For Our Future Spends Big
Nearly $2.1 million by one of largest outside spenders in state supported Democratic candidates.
Apr 6th, 2022 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Shadowy Business Courts Corrupt Justice System
Business Court project creates two-tiered justice system. But it's not too late to end it.
Mar 31st, 2022 by Richard Niess
Justice Thomas, Recusal And Wisconsin
U.S. and Wisconsin Supreme Court justices need not recuse no matter how flagrant the conflict of interest.
Mar 31st, 2022 by Matt Rothschild
State’s Gerrymander Could Last Forever
If state high court’s ‘least change’ rule followed in future, gerrymandering might last for decades.
Mar 30th, 2022 by Bruce Thompson
State Supreme Court Lets Johnson File Brief on Drop Boxes
Karofsky objects to majority decision, saying senator has “personal stake” in the case.
Mar 29th, 2022 by Henry Redman
Northridge Mall Raze Order Delayed
Appeals court sends case back to circuit court for review of city order, new estimate of repair costs.
Mar 29th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Historic Turnover Will Change Legislature
Retirements, redistricting and members pursuing higher office could transform Legislature.
Mar 28th, 2022 by Steven Walters
US Supreme Court Throws State Election Into Chaos
Decision on Wisconsin maps part of national Republican push to undermine democracy.
Mar 27th, 2022 by Ruth Conniff
Redistricting Case Returns to State Supreme Court
On appeal, U.S. Supreme Court rejected maps approved by the state's high court.
Mar 25th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Gableman’s Own Attorney Calls Election Decertification ‘Pointless’
The former State Supreme Court justice asked lawmakers to consider decertifying 2020 election.
Mar 25th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
$250,000 In Dark Money Backs Appeals Court Candidate
Conservative Waukesha judge Judge Maria Lazar backed by shadowy Illinois group.
Mar 24th, 2022 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
US Supreme Court Rejects State’s Legislative Maps
Wisconsin high court overruled but could still use Evers maps to revise redistricting.
Mar 23rd, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Absentee Voting Begins for April 5 Election
Milwaukee seeks 'to make early voting as accessible as possible.'
Mar 23rd, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Donovan, Johnson Clash On Drop Boxes
Donovan opposes them, Johnson accuses him of amplifying election lies.
Mar 22nd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Mayoral Race Will Likely Have Low Turnout
Historic race, yet many won’t vote, BLOC not endorsing a candidate.
Mar 21st, 2022 by Corrinne Hess
Redistricting Battle Delays Election Process
Court fights not over, new maps needed so candidates for fall elections could start gathering signatures.
Mar 20th, 2022 by Henry Redman
How Gerrymandered Is New State Map?
Let’s measure how the two parties will fare under maps approved by state Supreme Court.
Mar 16th, 2022 by Bruce Thompson
Open Records Imperiled in Wisconsin
Led by Robin Vos, public officials more likely to obstruct open records requests.
Mar 16th, 2022 by Bill Lueders
Ballots Mailed, Early Voting Begins March 22
Court ruling blocks use of drop boxes, but city has partial solution.
Mar 15th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
State High Court To Rule On Local Health Orders
WILL suit charges Dane County health director had no power to issue orders combatting COVID-19.
Mar 14th, 2022 by Erik Gunn
State Supreme Court Hears Natural Resources Board Case
Former chair Fred Prehn refuses to vacate his seat on the board.
Mar 10th, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
US Supreme Court Justice Shows Interest in State Redistricting Case
Legislature asks for stay of redistricting ruling, Justice Coney Barrett asks litigants to respond.
Mar 9th, 2022 by Henry Redman
Taxpayers Pay for Gableman’s Groceries, Political Speeches
He has spent $519,000 so far on widely criticized election probe.
Mar 8th, 2022 by Henry Redman
Supreme Court Shows Ugly Divisions
State high court's redistricting decision prompts nasty attacks on Hagedorn by three other conservatives.
Mar 8th, 2022 by Bruce Murphy
Supreme Court Upholds Brown County Sales Tax
Conservative group sued, arguing tax could only fund property tax relief.
Mar 7th, 2022 by Henry Redman
Republicans To Appeal Redistricting
Will ask U.S. Supreme Court to overrule WI Supreme Court decision backing Evers plan.
Mar 5th, 2022 by Bridgit Bowden and Shawn Johnson
State Supreme Court Picks Evers’ Legislative Maps
New legislative maps meet court's "least change" criteria more than GOP-backed maps.
Mar 3rd, 2022 by Shawn Johnson and Bridgit Bowden
High Court Considers Killing By Sex Trafficking Victim
Can Chrystul Kizer, 17, use her assault to defend the killing? Case has gotten international attention.
Mar 2nd, 2022 by Deneen Smith
Liberal Group One Of Top Outside Spenders
A Better Wisconsin Together, backed by unions, spent $5.2 million on 2020-2021 races.
Mar 1st, 2022 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
$1.4 Million Verdict Against Alderman, City
No immediate payment expected for Bauman's comments in 2007. Case involving controversial housing facility could take several more years to settle.
Feb 21st, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Supreme Court Opposes Shackling Juveniles
Rule change would end shackling in state’s courts unless needed to prevent physical harm.
Feb 20th, 2022 by Isiah Holmes
Omicron Has Hurt Area Restaurants
Just when things getting better, new variant slammed restaurants like Odd Duck, Lazy Susan.
Feb 15th, 2022 by Erik Gunn
$650,000 Settlement For Police Shooting Victim
Jerry Smith, Jr. shot three times in 2017 on rooftop: he called it a case of mistaken identity.
Feb 15th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Both Parties Face Pre-Election Turmoil
Republicans struggle with deep divisions, Democrats with sinking poll numbers.
Feb 14th, 2022 by Steven Walters
Supreme Court Rules Against Drop Boxes
570 absentee drop boxes used in 66 counties barred by state high court beginning with April election.
Feb 12th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Assembly Committee Hears Unsupported Claims of Voter Fraud
A convicted fraudster, who once worked with Michael Gableman, makes wild allegations.
Feb 10th, 2022 by Henry Redman
Supreme Court Denies Kleefisch Election Lawsuit
4-3 ruling rejects challenge to absentee ballot boxes by Republican candidate for governor.
Feb 5th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Trump Attorney Memo Outlined ‘Alternate Electors’ Strategy
Strategy later used by 10 Republicans that tried to cast state's electors for Trump.
Feb 3rd, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Voces Joins Suit Over Gableman Election Subpoenas
Immigrant-rights group received subpoenas as part of GOP election investigation.
Feb 3rd, 2022 by Henry Redman
Republicans Offer Slate of Election Bills
They won’t suppress votes, Bernier and other GOP legislators promise. Democrats skeptical.
Feb 2nd, 2022 by Henry Redman
U.S. House Committee Subpoenas 2 Wisconsin ‘False’ Electors
10 state Republicans voted as ‘alternate’ electors, seeking to overturn legal election.
Jan 29th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
State High Court Allows Absentee Ballot Boxes For February Primary
Hagedorn joins liberal justices. Court also agrees to hear expedited appeal of the case.
Jan 29th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Trump’s Lies Corrupting Wisconsin
His claims about elections shot down by courts, but WILL and Republicans working to turn those lies into laws.
Jan 28th, 2022 by Bruce Thompson
State Supreme Court Rules For GOP In Redistricting Attorneys Suit
Republican lawmakers sued for hiring redistricting attorneys before process even began.
Jan 27th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Appeals Court Reinstates Absentee Drop Boxes
Court says change this close to election could cause confusion, disenfranchise voters.
Jan 24th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Vos Disciplines Trump-Backed Legislator
Assembly Speaker Robin Vos stripped Rep. Timothy Ramthun of his legislative staff.
Jan 21st, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
More Women In State Hold Elected Office
But at 31% of all elected positions, far short of equal representation.
Jan 21st, 2022 by Hope Kirwan
Attorneys in Redistricting Case Dispute Meaning of ‘Least Changes’
State Supreme Court Justices hinting at what their order for 'least changes' means.
Jan 20th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
