Wisconsin Supreme Court

2025 Wrap Up: Gov. Evers Highlights 2025 Accomplishments

Judge Maxine White Retiring in April

Evers will appoint replacement for WI Court of Appeals District 1 Chief Judge.

Immigration Crackdown Straining System, Causing Delays

Delayed background check leaves Wisconsin mother stuck in detention center.

Chadha’s Shadow Over Wisconsin’s Legislative Veto

Courts are dismantling veto power. Some legislators still trying to use it.

GOP Bill Requires Homeless Sex Offenders to Wear GPS Monitors

Opponent charges ordinances on where ex-offenders can live causes homelessness.

Republican Attacks Misleading on State Stewardship Program?

Data shows just 1.13% of all state land conserved by Knowles-Nelson program.

Wisconsin Republicans Threaten to Impeach Judge Hannah Dugan

Resign or face impeachment, state Assembly and Senate leaders warn.

How Menards’ 11 Percent Rebate Ended in a $4.25 Million Payout

Ten states, led in part by Wisconsin, said the popular promotion blurred the line between instant discounts and mail-in rebates for shoppers.

WI Supreme Court Affirms Catholic Charities Unemployment Exemption

US Supreme Court ruled it is exempt from state unemployment insurance law.

Wisconsin Candidates Decry Money in Politics, Plan to Raise Tons of It

2015 state law with 'billionaires' loophole' has transformed Wisconsin elections.

Judges Signal That WI Congressional Map Lawsuits Will Take Time

Both sides disagree whether new maps possible before 2026 midterms.

Conservation Projects Face 2026 Cutoff of State Stewardship Fund

'So many beautiful, wonderful places kind of on the chopping block.'

Maria Lazar Suggests Shed Tip the Scales for Right-Wing, Special Interests on Wisconsin Supreme Court

The Fight Over Wisconsin’s House Districts

Can they be redistricted in just 4 months? Maybe, but it won't be easy.

Evers Vetoes Bill Barring Medicaid Payments to Undocumented Immigrants

State law already prevents this, Evers says, while making 8 other vetoes.

Justice Protasiewicz Won’t Recuse From Gableman Disciplinary Case

But one of court's liberal judges has already recused herself.

WI Supreme Court Accepts Case Challenging Sheriffs Who Assist ICE

Court's liberal majority agrees to hear suit from immigrant rights group.

Justice Ziegler Misquotes US Supreme Court Decision

Conservative falsely claims state courts can’t review congressional maps.

Wisconsin Too Restrictive on Civil Commitments for Mental Health?

A higher legal bar than most states. Some experts say law too restrictive.

With Gerrymandering Lawsuits In Hands of Judges, What Happens Next?

This will be the first time the state has used judicial panels to consider redistricting lawsuits.

Wisconsin Water Quality Rule Finalized Despite Republican Objections

Rule by Evers administration comes after years of wrangling over 2015 EPA regulation.

How Republicans Opened the Door To Redistricting

2011 law passed under Scott Walker could lead to remapped congressional districts.

WI Supreme Court Considers Suit to Remap Congressional Districts

Appoints 3-judge panels to consider: must map with 6-2 Republican split be redrawn?

Law Forward Applauds Wisconsin Supreme Court Orders, Ready to Litigate Congressional Districts

The Battle Over On-Line Betting

Gambling keeps growing in Wisconsin. How did we get here?

Lawsuit Seeks To Shield Owners of Contaminated Land From Cleanup Costs

Business lobby says owners who didn't cause contamination shouldn't have to pay for cleanup.

Senate Passes Bills to Eliminate 400-Year Veto, Redefine Abortion

And a bipartisan bill that bars health care for undocumented immigrants.

Senate advances bill to prevent costly building project delays

Legislation gives builders time to adapt to new building code regulations

Brad Schimel Named Top Federal Prosecutor for Eastern Wisconsin

Interim appointment by Trump administration sidesteps established process.

Inspired by Dugan, GOP Proposal Would Withhold Pay From Suspended Judges

Proposal has been passed out of committee in both Assembly and Senate.

Right-Wing SCOWIS Candidate Maria Lazar Gleefully Doubles Down on Dobbs Being Overturned, States Right to Implement 1849 Abortion Ban

Trump Pardons Wisconsin’s 10 Fake Electors

Full list of 77 includes many who tried to overturn 2020 election.

The Imperial Legislature Loses Again

Yet another Wisconsin Supreme Court ruling slaps down legislative overreach.

Wisconsin Supreme Court to Hear Case About Race-Based College Scholarships

State working out how to comply with a U.S. Supreme Court ruling that curtailed race-based college admissions

Maria Lazar Backs Corporate Lobbyist Written Judicial Recusal Rules

Republicans Argue Over Bill to Ban Ballot Drop Boxes

Backers cite views of President Trump. A GOP critic says it's not 'reality-based.'

Tom Tiffany Is a Leading Election Denier

His brazen attempts to overturn a legal election shadow his run for governor.

Sludge is Widely Used As Fertilizer, But It Could Include High Levels of PFAS Contamination

Sludge and septage are spread across around half a million acres statewide, but most of it has never been tested for PFAS.

Maria Lazars Bizarre Campaign Drops Mask of Moderation Just in Time for Halloween

Marquette Poll Reveals Vast Majority of Voters Undecided On Governor’s Race

An even larger percentage hasn't decided on Supreme Court race.

New Marquette Law School Poll finds large majority of Wisconsin voters not yet tuned in to who is running in major 2026 elections

No candidate has established strong position in public favorability in governor, state Supreme Court races; large majorities of voters undecided

Dimitrijevic’s Revised Budget Boosts Library Hours, Housing, City Wages

Finance committee chair says her amended budget 'invests in neighborhoods.'

Can Wisconsin Republicans Retain Youth Vote in 2026 Election?

Charlie Kirk and Turning Point USA helped GOP lose fewer young voters in 2024.

Wisconsin Chief Justice Warns of Rise of Political Violence

Karofsky says that safety within the court system 's an issue that transcends partisan politics.'

Justice Crawford Recuses From Gableman Proceedings

Liberal justice’s recusal leaves court evenly divided on whether to suspend Gableman's law license over 2020 election investigation.

Michael Gableman Could Owe $48,000 For Investigation Into His Conduct

Former supreme court justice conducted derided review of 2020 election.

Right-Wing Wisconsin Supreme Court Hopeful Maria Lazar Confirms Anti-Abortion Extremism in Recent Interview

Wisconsin Wolf Harvest Regulations Take Effect in November

GOP lawmakers had requested modifications to the regulations, but the DNR decided against changes.

Wisconsin Dems Continue Push For Independent Redistricting Commission

Proposal endorsed by one Democratic gubernatorial candidate.

AFP-WI Delivers Hundreds of Petitions Opposing Outrageous Farm Fee Increases

Law Forward urges Supreme Court to accept amicus brief calling for revocation of Michael Gablemans law license

As the state Supreme Court considers disciplinary action against Gableman, Law Forward continues pushing for additional accountability

Liberal Firms Urge Wisconsin Supreme Court To Advance Redistricting Lawsuit

Lawyers for Republicans say Protasiewicz and Crawford should recuse.

Wisconsin Lawmakers Debate GOP’s ‘Red Tape Reset’ Bills

Democrats say proposals are designed to overturn governor's court-protected rulemaking power.

Law Forward Files Brief in Wisconsin Supreme Court Arguing Congressional Map Challenge Should Advance to a Three-Judge Panel

Law Forward advances a challenge to Wisconsin’s gerrymandered congressional maps on behalf of business leaders and voters, arguing they represent an anti-competitive gerrymander

WILL Sues Over Plan to Fund Prosecutors in Milwaukee County

State plan diverts funding from school libraries.

Assembly Approves GOP Housing Bills

Proposals now head to dormant Senate.

Waukesha County Judge Orders Citizenship Check of Wisconsin Voter Rolls, DOJ Appeals

Judge partially halts order with Monday afternoon ruling.

Costs Shouldn’t Be Used To Deter Records Requests

Recent evidence suggests school districts might be doing just that.

Former Senator Russ Feingold and Law Forward filing amicus brief warning U.S. Supreme Court against dismantling campaign finance protections

Brief highlights Wisconsin's deregulated campaign finance system as cautionary tale of corruption and unlimited money in elections

WisDems Endorse Judge Chris Taylor For Wisconsin Supreme Court

Maria Lazar Starts SCOWIS Campaign By Copying Brad Schimels Failed Playbook Literally

Law Forward Responds to Elon Musk’s Delay Tactics in Wisconsin Alleged Voter Bribery Case

Filings argue that defendants' motions are meritless attempts to delay this important case and avoid accountability

Conservative Judge Maria Lazar Enters Supreme Court Race

Lazar is so far the only conservative to announce for the 2026 race.

WisDems Respond to Maria Lazar Announcing Candidacy for Wisconsin Supreme Court

Right-Wing Extremist Maria Lazar Will Roll Back Reproductive Rights and Attack Democratic Principles on the Wisconsin Supreme Court

Where ‘Monday Processing’ and Other Election Changes Stand

Republicans, Democrats have competing proposals, but proponents pledge to work together.

Referee Recommends Michael Gableman Lose License For 3 Years

Report outlines 10 ethics violations against former Supreme Court justice.

Law Forward’s Jeff Mandell Calls for the Revocation of Michael Gableman’s Law License

Mandell: “We believe a three-year suspension is not enough. Mr. Gableman deserves to have his license revoked for this conduct. Anything less minimizes the gravity of his offensive behavior and lacks deterrent effect.”

Wisconsin Supreme Court Requests Briefs On Whether Redistricting Lawsuits Should Continue

Liberal firms argue state law requires justices to appoint judicial panel to hear redistricting cases.

Despite Attempts, Report Finds Wisconsin Isn’t Doing Enough To Curtail Nitrate Pollution

Farms likely overapplied 16 million pounds of nitrogen in fertilizer in 2022, says new report.

Wisconsin Gop Launches Christaylorforwi.com to Expose Radical Democrat Chris Taylor’s Extreme Agenda

Assembly Republicans Announce Bills to Support Affordable Housing

'We’re talking about small ranch homes, some... built without garages.'

Robin Vos Supports Home Security for Legislators, Justices

But GOP Assembly speaker opposes turning state Capitol into 'armed fortress.'

New report: Nitrate Contamination Driving Health Crisis and Rising Costs in Wisconsin

Wisconsin DSPS Provides Extension to Building Professionals

Agency holding Commercial Building Code enforcement until November 1

Kelda Roys Launches Campaign for Governor

Gov. Evers Sues GOP Legislators Again in Rulemaking Dispute

Supreme Court ended their power to block administrative rules, he insists.

Gov. Evers Seeks Court Order Requiring Republican-led Legislature to Comply With Supreme Court Decisions and Wisconsin State Law

Governor asks a court to intervene after Wisconsin State Legislature tries to defy Wisconsin’s highest court

Wisconsin Wolf Population Stable at 1,200 According To New Estimate

Population is 'settling in' as prime territory fills up.

Assembly Republicans Announce Package of Education Bills

Plus four task forces. With jabs at Democratic proposals.

Legislative Committee Approves Pay Raises Evers Already Awarded

Vos complains the governor, after Supreme Court ruling, is 'drunk with power.'

Milwaukee Democrat Splits from Caucus After Tensions Boil Over

State Rep. Sylvia Ortiz-Velez abandons party after arguments, allegations.

11 Takeaways From Justice Bradley Quitting

Why she quit the high court race and what it tells us about Wisconsin politics.

Bradley Drops Out, Supreme Court Race Is Wide Open

Conservative Rebecca Bradley says her 'fight for liberty is not as a minority member of the Court.'

Judge Chris Taylor Campaign Statement on Wisconsin Supreme Court Race

State Budget Shifts Money from Schools to Milwaukee Prosecutors

$2.2 million per year diverted from city schools could violate state constitution.

The Surprising Views of Justice Hagedorn

Elected as a conservative, he actually sides at least as much with liberals.

Bill by Wisconsin Democrats Revives State’s Land Purchase Program

Republicans didn't reauthorize bipartisan Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program.

Health Professionals Say State’s Abortion Laws Restrict Care

'We have a slew of abortion restrictions on the books that pre-dated Dobbs.'

GOP Lawmakers Trying New Move To Block Evers’ Rulemaking

Supreme Court previously gave Evers approval to avoid Legislature, which governor is now embracing.

Vos, Felzkowski Statement on Evers’ Unconstitutional Power Grab

Bernie Sanders Will Campaign for Rebecca Cooke in Western Wisconsin

US Senator from Vermont to join Viroqua town hall in 3rd Congressional District.

Gov. Evers Pushes Long List of State Rule Changes

Citing WI Supreme Court ruling, he declares end to Legislature's 'abuse of power.'

State Budget Included $15 Million in Earmarks for Robin Vos’ District

Gov. Evers didn’t veto funds sought by Assembly speaker as part of budget deal.

Republican DA Eric Toney Will Head Investigation Of Ballot Box Removal

Wausau mayor removed drop box. Toney previously argued the boxes were illegal.

Evers Bypasses GOP-Led Committee To Implement Pay Raises For State Workers

Evers administration says Supreme Court ruling means he can skip final approval for already funded action.

Texas, California Gerrymandering Battle Will Make It Harder For Independent Reforms

Fair Maps Coalition members hope to establish politically independent process in Wisconsin.

Liberal Law Firms Invoke GOP Process In Push For New Congressional Maps

Law firms want Republican procedure used to attempt to strike down Wisconsin Congressional maps.

Upgraded Wisconsin Commercial Building Code to Take Effect September 1

Change marks first improvements to this code in a decade