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Hundreds Denounce GOP Redistricting Plan
Republicans control Legislature, and propose maps maintaining electoral advantage.
Oct 28th, 2021 by Laurel White
Republicans Want Yet Another Election Probe
After non-partisan report finds 2020 election was safe and secure, Senate leaders call for another investigation.
Oct 26th, 2021 by Henry Redman
What Can Police Do With Your Cell Phone Data?
'It may be unconstitutional, but really it’s fine.'
Oct 25th, 2021 by Isiah Holmes
State Republicans Draw Maps Preserving Electoral Advantage
Gov. Evers has said he would veto GOP gerrymander.
Oct 21st, 2021 by Shawn Johnson
Environmental Group Sues Natural Resources Board Chair for Records
Chair Fred Prehn refused to step down from board after Gov. Evers appointed a successor.
Oct 20th, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding
Can Domestic Violence Convictions Disqualify Job-Seekers?
A case currently before the Wisconsin Supreme Court may answer the question.
Oct 18th, 2021 by Erik Gunn
Election Probe Testimony Postponed
Testimony from public officials for the GOP-investigation was to begin Friday, Oct. 15.
Oct 14th, 2021 by Laurel White
Wisconsin Imprisons 1 in 36 Black Adults
State has the highest incarceration rate of Black residents in the country.
Oct 14th, 2021 by Clare Amari
State AG Calls Election Probe a ‘Fake Investigation’
Attorney General Josh Kaul also said there were 'glaring' legal flaws in the investigation.
Oct 12th, 2021 by Laurel White
DNR Sets 130-Wolf Quota for Fall Hunt
Department rejects 300-wolf quota set by the Natural Resources Board.
Oct 4th, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding
Will 10 Years of Gerrymandering End?
The data shows huge advantage for Republicans. Will courts allow this to continue?
Sep 29th, 2021 by Bruce Thompson
State Supreme Court Wrong To Take On Redistricting Case
A violation of precedent, of state statutes and federal law.
Sep 26th, 2021 by Matt Rothschild
GOP Legislators Seek US Supreme Court Help On Redistricting
Petition argues federal court should drop case, allow state to handle mapmaking.
Sep 25th, 2021 by Laurel White
State Supreme Court Will Hear Redistricting Case
Republican-backed lawsuit asked court to get involved in 2021 mapmaking process.
Sep 22nd, 2021 by Laurel White
Gableman Threatens to Subpoena Election Clerks
But Republican audit is 'not challenging' results of 2020 election, he says.
Sep 21st, 2021 by Madeline Fox
Judges Ask High Court to Limit Judicial Shackling
'Every weekday, children ages 10 to 17 are brought into juvenile courtrooms in shackles.'
Sep 20th, 2021 by Gretchen Schuldt
Legislature Plans Culture War Against Evers
Fall session could include “born alive” abortion bill, forbidding teachers from discussing race and more.
Sep 20th, 2021 by Melanie Conklin
Court Backs Natural Resources Board Chair
Judge rejects Kaul lawsuit arguing Frederick Prehn should step aside for Evers appointee.
Sep 18th, 2021 by Henry Redman
Federal Court Could Intervene in Wisconsin Redistricting
If Evers and Legislature can't agree on redistricting in a timely manner a federal court will step in.
Sep 17th, 2021 by Henry Redman
Biden Vaccine Plan Helps GOP Governors
States supporting Trump have much greater chance of COVID-19 deaths. Biden’s mandates bail out governors afraid to act.
Sep 15th, 2021 by Bruce Thompson
Evers, Kaul File Redistricting Lawsuit
Asks federal court to declare current state maps unconstitutional.
Sep 14th, 2021 by Henry Redman
Attorney Fees Key to Open Records
If those filing court actions get attorney fees paid they are more likely to request open records.
Sep 13th, 2021 by Christa Westerberg
DNR Won’t Meet With Natural Resources Board in September
The Walker appointed chair of the board refuses to step down for Evers' appointee.
Sep 10th, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding
Police Chief Search Has One Candidate
Acting Chief Jeffrey Norman asked to apply for permanent post by FPC. Mayor, many alders back him.
Sep 6th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Republican Group a Leading Fundraiser
Since 2010 it's raised $3.27 million from donors like the MMAC and Diane Hendricks.
Sep 6th, 2021 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
State High Court Wary of Doing Redistricting
Conservative judges have made best arguments against acceding to Republicans’ wishes.
Sep 6th, 2021 by Ruth Conniff
Why Is State Supreme Court So Angry?
Justices’ strange interpretation of watershed 1803 decision becomes a right-wing battering ram.
Sep 1st, 2021 by Bruce Thompson
Groups Sue to Stop Fall Wolf Hunt
Animal rights groups argue state law mandating a hunt is unconstitutional.
Sep 1st, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding
State High Court Declines to Block Mask Mandate
Won’t bypass lower courts, as asked, to overrule Dane County mask order.
Aug 31st, 2021 by Erik Gunn
Prehn Worked With Republicans To Keep Expired Seat
Emails show Natural Resources Board chair strategized with legislators, lobbyist.
Aug 31st, 2021 by Henry Redman
Gableman Approved to Head 2020 Election Probe
5-3 Assembly committee vote for former Supreme Court Justice. Evers condemns probe.
Aug 30th, 2021 by Laurel White
Assembly Majority Leader Opposes Suing UW
Steineke backs Thompson’s resistance to legislative oversight of UW System pandemic rules.
Aug 29th, 2021 by Rich Kremer
Competing Redistricting Lawsuits in Federal, State Courts
Liberal groups file in federal court, conservative group asks state Supreme Court to act.
Aug 24th, 2021 by Henry Redman
Anti-Vaxxer GOP Senator Has COVID-19
Republican state Sen. André Jacque and some family members have tested positive.
Aug 17th, 2021 by Bruce Murphy
Gableman Had a ‘Great Night’s Sleep’
Spending taxpayer dollars traveling to South Dakota, Arizona, to learn what?
Aug 15th, 2021 by Dave Cieslewicz
It’s Time to Reclaim Wisconsin’s Legacy of Water Protection
PFAS, nitrates and lead stand in the way of our right to clean water.
Aug 13th, 2021 by Tony Wilkin Gibart
What Have Conservative-Backed Lawsuits Cost Taxpayers?
Non-profit law firm WILL has sued over ballot drop boxes, public health orders and building codes.
Aug 10th, 2021 by Henry Redman
Judge Agrees To Plead Guilty To Child Pornography Charges
Brett Blomme faces up to 20 years in prison.
Aug 6th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Masking Now Required For State Employees, Regardless of Vaccination
All employees in state buildings must wear a mask. Order does not apply to schools or universities.
Aug 5th, 2021 by Rich Kremer
Gableman Defends Election Audit
Former justice had an altercation with a Milwaukee poll worker during November election.
Aug 3rd, 2021 by Melanie Conklin
Political Storm Brewing Over Redistricting
A life-or-death issue for politicians, and a call for IT geeks.
Aug 2nd, 2021 by Steven Walters
Big Money Is Taking Over the Courts
Wealthy, right-wing interests are assaulting the integrity of the judiciary.
Jul 29th, 2021 by Ruth Conniff
Kenosha Cop Who Killed Michael Bell Jr. Running for Sheriff
Albert Gonzales shot Bell, which resulted in $1.75 million wrongful death settlement.
Jul 28th, 2021 by Corrinne Hess
State Elections Chair Wants Arizona-Style Audit
"Donald Trump won this election in Wisconsin," Rep. Brandtjen declares.
Jul 27th, 2021 by Melanie Conklin
Gray Wolf Advocates Want Natural Resources Chair Gone
Chair of Natural Resources Board refuses to vacate seat after term expired. Board taking up wolf hunting policy.
Jul 22nd, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding
State Supreme Court OKs Private Attorneys for Redistricting
Lower court ruled that legislators can't hire private attorneys until a lawsuit is pending.
Jul 16th, 2021 by Shawn Johnson
Supreme Court Suspends Gun Wielding Judge
Winnebago County judge's ‘undignified language’ included threat to kill anyone who breaks into his house.
Jul 14th, 2021 by Henry Redman
Budget Gives Judges An 11% Raise
Topped by increase of $18,732 in annual salary for state Supreme Court judges.
Jul 12th, 2021 by Gretchen Schuldt
Evers Offers GOP a Second Chance to Fund Schools
Newly revised federal guidelines could take away pandemic aid to state unless education funding increased.
Jul 11th, 2021 by Ruth Conniff
Democrats Need Alternative to Evers
His lack of imagination, lack of courage, lack of strategic thinking is just stunning.
Jul 11th, 2021 by Dave Cieslewicz
Vos, LeMahieu Want Special Legal Treatment
Again asking state Supreme Court to let them skip lower courts to aid their gerrymandering.
Jul 10th, 2021 by Mel Barnes and Matt Rothschild
State Supreme Court Upholds DNR Water Authority
DNR can place restrictions on high capacity wells, large livestock farms to protect water.
Jul 9th, 2021 by Hope Kirwan
Evers Signs State Budget
GOP backed tax cut and reduced school spending survive veto.
Jul 8th, 2021 by Laurel White
Should Michael Gableman Investigate 2020 Election?
Vos picks ethically challenged former justice who's already declared election stolen.
Jul 7th, 2021 by Bruce Thompson
How Evers Could Change State Budget
Governor’s veto power is wide ranging. Action by him expected this week.
Jul 7th, 2021 by Laurel White
Swigs Pub Will Become Clementines
92-year-old Bay View bar on S. Clement Ave. will find new life with lots of amusement machines.
Jul 6th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Our Fourth Of July Crisis
Voting rights imperiled and a push to mandate singing the national anthem.
Jul 3rd, 2021 by Ruth Conniff
Supreme Court Unexpectedly Fires Chief Appeals Judge
Progressive justices object to unprecedented move by the state's high court.
Jul 1st, 2021 by Ruth Conniff
Vos Picks Gableman To Lead Election Probe
Announcement comes just one day after GOP Assembly Speaker attacked by Trump.
Jun 27th, 2021 by Shawn Johnson
Committee Loves New FPC Nominees
Ramey, Kessler and Fallone draw unanimous support from council members.
Jun 24th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
High Court Ruling Restricts Expungements
Decision puts expungement of criminal records “further out of the reach," dissent charges.
Jun 22nd, 2021 by Gretchen Schuldt
Court Tosses Law Allowing Blood Draws From Unconscious Drunk Driver Suspects
WI Supreme Court rules law deeming drivers consent to these searches is unconstitutional.
Jun 19th, 2021 by Rob Mentzer
The Fight To Save Kohler-Andrae State Park
Herb Kohler’s golf course would grab a huge chunk of it. Environmentalists are fighting this.
Jun 18th, 2021 by RT Both
State Business Group Has Massive Clout
WMC has secretly raised and spent $41 million on elections in last 15 years.
Jun 13th, 2021 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
State High Court Blocks School Closures
Local health departments can’t order closures, 4-3 Supreme Court decision rules.
Jun 12th, 2021 by Erik Gunn
GOP Elections Commissioners Argue for Voter Roll Purge
A State Supreme Court decision said it's not the state's responsibility to remove names.
Jun 11th, 2021 by Megan Hart
Swigs Pub & Grill Up For Sale, For A Low Price
Plus: The bar's role in the banning of pinball in Milwaukee.
Jun 10th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Barrett Replacing FPC Chair, Vice Chair
Three new appointments by mayor would reshape the Fire & Police Commission.
Jun 9th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Police Again Enforcing Expired Plates
Fair warning to drivers, who haven't had to renew license plates since COVID-19 health order issued.
Jun 8th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Campaign Spending Undermines Our Courts
Out-of-control campaign spending and weak recusal rules are opposed by voters.
Jun 1st, 2021 by Jay Heck
State May Purge Some From Voting List
Elections Commission will send postcards to 187,000 people who haven't voted in 5 years.
Jun 1st, 2021 by Shawn Johnson
Courts May Keep Some Proceedings Virtual
While most court functions return in person, some advocate for keeping some meetings virtual.
May 26th, 2021 by Henry Redman
Evers Appoints New Natural Resources Board Members, But Chair Won’t Leave
The current chair won't leave until the Senate confirms his replacement, already appointed by the governor.
May 25th, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding
Ancient Human Remains Unearthed at Planned Kohler Golf Course
Eroding Lake Michigan shoreline also raising questions about project next to Kohler-Andrae State Park.
May 23rd, 2021 by Jim Malewitz
State’s Schools Reassess Mask Mandates
As CDC loosens requirements, some districts stick with masks, some make it optional.
May 19th, 2021 by Madeline Fox
Fight For Fair Maps Heats Up
Legislators, advocates and a mathematician push for nonpartisan voting districts.
May 16th, 2021 by Ruth Conniff
Enough Is Never Enough for Gun Zealots
Senate and Assembly bills would make Wisconsin a Second Amendment sanctuary state.
May 15th, 2021 by Bill Christofferson
State Supreme Court Rejects Redistricting Rule Change
GOP backed lawsuit wanted all redistricting legal challenges to be heard by supreme court.
May 14th, 2021 by Shawn Johnson
Should Liz Cheney Be Praised?
Or condemned? Liberals seem to disagree.
May 12th, 2021 by Bruce Thompson
Hagedorn Is High Court’s Deciding Justice
Expected to be right-wing stalwart, he takes turns siding with Supreme Court's liberals and conservatives.
May 10th, 2021 by Steven Walters
AG Kaul Testifies Before Congress on Voting Rights
The Wisconsin Attorney General argued against purges of voters from the rolls.
May 7th, 2021 by Melanie Conklin
State High Court Upholds Gun Conviction
But Justice Rebecca Bradley dissents, defending right to get drunk and carry firearms.
May 5th, 2021 by Henry Redman
Judge Prohibits Republicans Using Private Lawyers for Redistricting
Suit filed in attempt to stop Republicans from drawing maps in secret.
Apr 29th, 2021 by Shawn Johnson
School Districts End Mask Requirement
Rural and suburban school districts across state relent, often pressured by parents.
Apr 28th, 2021 by Rob Mentzer
Let the Crowds In
Highlights from state Supreme Court ruling overthrowing state order on bar and restaurant capacity limits.
Apr 19th, 2021 by Gretchen Schuldt
The Beguiling Blandness of Devin LeMahieu
Senate majority leader is conservative but eschews the nasty style of Robin Vos.
Apr 17th, 2021 by Melanie Conklin
John McAdams, Professor That Brought Marquette to Supreme Court, Dies At 75
The Marquette professor sued the university for violation of his First Amendment rights, and won.
Apr 16th, 2021 by Rich Kremer
State Supreme Court Elects Annette Ziegler New Chief Justice
Ziegler replaces Patience Roggensack, who did not seek re-election.
Apr 15th, 2021 by Shawn Johnson
Court Kills Another Evers Pandemic Order
4-3 State Supreme Court ruling overthrows October order limiting restaurant and bar capacity.
Apr 14th, 2021 by Shawn Johnson
Evers Reaches Deal To Save Federal Food Aid
$70 million in monthly aid jeopardized after court ruling ended governor’s pandemic emergency order.
Apr 13th, 2021 by Shawn Johnson
Supreme Court Considers Water Pollution Rules
Environmental groups challenge 2011 law limiting state DNR’s rules to protect groundwater.
Apr 13th, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding
WILL’s Harvard Lawyers Fail at Voter Purge
Supreme Court decision strikes down voter suppression effort, rejects conservative group's weak argument.
Apr 12th, 2021 by Bruce Murphy
Student Infection Rates May Soar
COVID variant, B.1.1.7. threatens children and rates are rising in neighboring states.
Apr 12th, 2021 by Terry Falk
State Supreme Court Tosses Voter Purge Suit
Conservative group wanted voters that may have moved purged from the voter roll.
Apr 9th, 2021 by Shawn Johnson
New COVID-19 Variants Behind Spiking Cases
Variants now account for more than half of all new cases of COVID-19.
Apr 9th, 2021 by Erik Gunn
GOP Governors Have Higher COVID-19 Rates
More cases, more deaths per capita in states run by Republicans.
Apr 7th, 2021 by Bruce Thompson
High Capacity Wells Draining State Lakes
Study finds wells reduced lake levels by up to 3 feet on three lakes in Central Sands region.
Apr 7th, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding
Rebecca Bradley Rules in Favor of Campaign Donor
Justice overrules Evers emergency order, favoring $20,000 donor to her campaign.
Apr 6th, 2021 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
State Could Lose $50 Million Per Month in Federal Food Aid
Supreme Court decision overruling Evers emergency order makes state ineligible for aid.
Apr 5th, 2021 by Rich Kremer
Grogan’s Smear Campaign Against Davis
Her fear mongering ads in Court of Appeals race mislead voters about jurisprudence and the Constitution.
Apr 4th, 2021 by Casey Hoff
