Wisconsin Supreme Court

State High Court Sides With Big Donor

Overrules appeals court, favoring Enbridge Co. and WMC, which donated millions to justices.

Rep. Robyn Vining Says Fight for Fair Maps Is Not Over

"72% of Wisconsinites believe we need non-partisan fair maps, so we will fight for them with everything we’ve got."

How State Created Strongest Veto Power

No governor has more power to rewrite bills. How and why Wisconsin adopted this.

High Court Says Governor Rules Over Schools

Conservative majority’s decision says elected state superintendent must get governor’s approval for rule changes.

Gov. Evers Releases Statement Relating to Today’s Wisconsin Supreme Court Decision

“The facts didn't change in the last three years and neither did the meaning of the constitution. Only the composition of the court did.”

Senator Taylor Questions Supreme Court Decision

"This sets an awful precedent."

State Supreme Court Upholds Lame-Duck Laws

The conservative majority not persuaded by arguments that extraordinary session was unconstitutional.

Gov. Evers Releases Statement Relating to Wisconsin Supreme Court Decision

"The people of Wisconsin deserve better than this."

Gov. Evers Appoints Rachel A. Graham to the Court of Appeals

"Wisconsin deserves fair judges who respect the law and understand the people that come before them."

Milwaukee County District Attorney John Chisholm Endorses Rebecca Kiefer in Race for Circuit Court Judge

"It’s truly an honor to have the support of District Attorney John Chisholm."

High Court Reinstates Lame Duck Laws

State Supreme Court will keep most of the laws in effect while it decides on appeals to them.

Wisconsin Conservation Voters Spends Big

Since 2010, group spent $3.2 million on elections, mostly for Democrats, and $1.2 million on lobbying.

Governor Jim Doyle and Jessica Doyle endorse Judge Jill Karofsky for Wisconsin Supreme Court

"We need Judge Jill Karofsky on the Wisconsin Supreme Court to defend our Constitution and to defend our rights."

Justice Kelly Will Run For Full Term

Conservative appointed to Supreme Court by Walker will face two opponents in 2020.

GOP Kills Spending Bump For UW System

UW leader Ray Cross decries Budget Committee: "I feel like I've been kicked in the shins."

Justice Rebecca Dallet endorses Judge Jill Karofsky for Wisconsin Supreme Court

"We need Judge Jill Karofsky on the Wisconsin Supreme Court" - Justice Rebecca Dallet

Hagedorn Shows Why Recusal Rule Needed

Unprecedented speech by new Supreme Court Justice thanking Republicans for his victory shows obvious conflict.

Judge Jill Karofsky announces candidacy for Wisconsin Supreme Court

"The American judicial system is built on independent judges, not a system in which you decide what political team you’re on."

State GOP Calls for Stricter Abortion Laws

The hot-button issue took center stage Saturday as Wisconsin Republican lawmakers held their annual statewide convention in Oshkosh.

Conservatives Argue Against Lame-Duck Lawsuit

Right-leaning members of Wisconsin Supreme Court skeptical in oral arguments on lawsuit challenging lame-duck session before Evers took office.

Council Clears Path for Streetcar Lawsuit

Lawsuit would be the first of 11 planned by Hupy & Abraham.

A New Generation of Political Leaders

GenXers and Millennials are replacing Baby Boomers in political office.

Kaul Sides With Environmentalists in Cases

Attorney General reverses DOJ position on lawsuits over dairy farm expansion, high-capacity wells.

Supreme Court Restores Lame Duck Appointees

State high court rules 4-3 that all 82 Walker appointees can return to work.

Judge Paul Bugenhagen Jr Announces Run for Court of Appeals

"I am honored to announce my candidacy for the Wisconsin Court of Appeals because Wisconsin deserves a judge who will uphold the rule of law..."

City May Expand Residency Incentives

Proposal would extend incentives to police and fire fighters.

Perez Sees Regional Impact For DNC Convention

Milwaukee’s 2020 convention will give Democratic Party springboard to organize Midwest.

11 Streetcar Lawsuits Coming

City poised to deny claim by motorcyclist, clearing way for first of 11 lawsuits.

Former Lawmakers, WILL Enter Extraordinary Session Lawsuit

Former Speaker, Lt. Gov., lawmakers make the case for extraordinary sessions and laws jeopardized by Dane County ruling

FIRE Cluster Can Help Grow Economy

Finance, real estate and insurance businesses are one of our best bets for state prosperity.

Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Court of Appeals – District II

Special Interests Spent $4.3 Million on Supreme Court Race

63% of the money spent to support losing candidate Lisa Neubauer.

AFP: Wisconsinites Take Stand for Rule of Law, Elect Hagedorn

AFP-WI activists made 750,000 voter contacts throughout the effort.

Appeals Court Sides with Evers on Appointees

Judges rule Evers did not violate court order when he rescinded Walker's appointments.

Chief Judge Lisa Neubauer Concedes in Wisconsin Supreme Court Race

"I called Judge Hagedorn today and wished him the best in his tenure on the state’s highest court."

How to Win in 2020

Neubauer campaign shows what not to do. Democrats must broaden coalition.

City’s Spring Turnout Up 50% Since 2017!

Contrary to early report, Milwaukee actually had strong turnout for Supreme Court race.

High Court Race 4th Closest in State History

Hagedorn’s margin of 0.495% is tighter than 121 of 125 state Supreme Court races since 1850s.

Supreme Court Vote Was Most Partisan Ever

Voting patterns in state almost exactly match the 2016 presidential victory for Trump.

Evangelicals Won Race for Hagedorn

And liberals made it happen by waving a red flag: ads decrying his anti-abortion, anti-gay views.

10 Lessons of Supreme Court Race

Anger drives votes, media in decline, traditional judicial campaigns are dead, and more.

7 Numbers That Explain The Election

Neubauer did better yet worse than expected in Milwaukee, which decided statewide race.

Turnout 26.6% in Close April 2 Spring Election

In the coming days, WEC staff will be working closely with county clerks and other local election officials as they prepare to canvass and certify the results.

Supreme Court Race Too Close to Call

Hagedorn claims victory, recount likely.

Candidates for Supreme Court, School Board

Milwaukeeans will find at least three contested races on the ballot.

SEIU Biggest Labor Union Campaign Donor

Public-private employees union spent $718,700 on Evers, $131,140 on Neubauer.

The Rise of Brian Hagedorn

Supreme Court hopeful's conservative credentials were established early.

Unions, GOP Give $300,000 in High Court Race

Six labor PACs give to Neubauer campaign, five Republican groups give to Hagedorn.

Brian Hagedorn Went to Bat to Protect Lead Paint Industry, Is His Campaign Benefitting From Their Support?

People Who’ve Profited From Lead Paint Have Shown They’ll Spend Big Money to Support People Like Brian Hagedorn

The Trashing of Shirley Abrahamson

Why is Brian Hagedorn attacking a legal giant, rather than his opponent in high court race?

Hagedorn Campaign Releases New TV Ad: “Trust”

“Lisa Neubauer sat on many cases involving clients of her family business, and it raises serious questions,” said Lexi Ardis, campaign manager for Judge Brian Hagedorn.

Second Judge Rules Against Lame Duck Laws

Evers calls it “victory for the people.” Republicans will appeal.

Judge Hagedorn Wins Debate in Final Week of Campaign

Neubauer continues to leave voters in the dark on judicial philosophy

Chief Judge Neubauer Clear Winner In Tonight’s Debate

"Judge Neubauer has the experience, temperament, and the trust of the judicial and law enforcement communities that she will be the fair, impartial, and independent choice on the Wisconsin Supreme Court."

Shelton, Jones Pick Best and Worst Cases

Milwaukee Circuit Court candidates pick best and worst Supreme Court decisions.

Brian Hagedorn’s Homophobia Gets Support From Right-Wing Republican State Leadership Committee

Washington D.C. Based Group Seeks to Fill Void Left After Other Conservative Groups Refused to Support Hagedorn

Judges Letter for Immediate Publication

Letter from thirty six sitting and retired Milwaukee area judges regarding the upcoming Supreme Court election on April 2nd.

Hagedorn Also Running Against Abrahamson

Conservative Supreme Court candidate keeps bashing the liberal justice, who has cancer and is retiring.

Outside Spending for Neubauer Swamps Hagedorn

A 14 to 1 spending advantage for groups supporting Neubauer in Supreme Court race.

Judge Blocks Lame Duck Laws

Republicans will appeal. Evers and Kaul quickly drop state from suit against Affordable Care Act.

Neubauer Campaign Releases Closing Television Ad

"For The People" Makes Closing Argument In Supreme Court Race

Floundering Hagedorn Campaign Excoriated by Conservative Radio

"I'm not going to lie, I'm a little concerned"

Important Reminders for Voters About the April 2 Spring Election

Acceptable photo IDs for voting include a Wisconsin driver license or Wisconsin state ID card, Veterans Health Administration ID card, military ID card, U.S. passport, tribal ID card and some student ID cards.

Neubauer, Hagedorn Spar Over Political Ties

Candidates for Supreme Court debate over who is more political or biased.

Brian Hagedorn’s Decisions Put Corporate Profits Before Protecting Kids and Seniors

Personally Lobbied for Loopholes to Protect Lead Paint Manufacturers and Nursing Home Operators from Liability for Misdeeds

Hagedorn Campaign Releases TV Ad: “Takeover”

“Liberal special interests want to take over our Supreme Court and are backing Lisa Neubauer because she will support their partisan agenda,”said Lexi Ardis.

State Budget Blunder Shines Light on Brian Hagedorn’s Dim View of Open Records

As Government Lawyer Hagedorn Fought Release of Records, Implicated in Effort to Gut State Open Records Law

NEWaukee to Host Event Featuring Local, State Representatives Next Thursday

Political Open Mic with Bridge the City to Include Justice Rebecca Dallet, State Representative Evan Goyke, District Attorney John T. Chisholm and more

Recusal At Issue in High Court Race

State Supreme Court has one of nation’s weakest rules to prevent ethical conflicts.

Brian Hagedorn Keeps Wisconsin Voters in Dark About Paid Speeches to Hate Group

In Spirit of National Sunshine Week One Wisconsin Now Renews Call Court Candidate Disclose Contents of Speeches Made While a Sitting State Judge

Solar Developer Will Fight We Energies

Eagle Point Solar asking state regulators to allow solar project opposed by We Energies.

Brian Hagedorn Supports Court Action That Would Criminalize Abortion in Wisconsin

‘Views Are Not Just Extreme, They Are Dangerous to Women’s Health’

Third Party Donations Favor Neubauer

Just 4% of $407,000 in outside money for Supreme Court race so far backs Hagedorn.

Milwaukee Police Association Endorses Hagedorn for Supreme Court

"It is a tremendous honor to receive the Milwaukee Police Association’s endorsement in this race."

Donors Gave $10 Million to Secretive Groups

State donors giving to third party groups for 2018 election set new state record.

Wisconsin Supreme Court Debate To Air Live On WISN 12

WISN 12 Commitment 2019 Coverage Presents Statewide Debate In Partnership With Marquette University Law School

State Supreme Court Candidate Brian Hagedorn a No-Show at State Big Business Gathering

Is Absence at Traditional Stop on Campaign Trail Another Sign Hagedorn’s Anti-LGBTQ Extremism Too Much For Even Staunch Conservatives?

Hagedorn Says He’ll Keep Politics Off Bench

High court candidate has faced weeks of controversy for writings on gays, abortion.

WILL Budget Explainer: The Administrative State

“Governor Evers’ budget is a liberal-wish list on a number of levels, but an undertold story is how it would strengthen the executive branch, usurping power from the legislature."

$35.8 Million Spent on Legislative Races

New record set: 2018 spending was 27% more than in 2016, double that in 2014.

Neubauer for Justice Has 98% of All Judicial Endorsements in WI Supreme Court Race

The choice of judiciary and law enforcement community is clear

Big Donors Give More to Hagedorn

But his opponent Lisa Neubauer has more cash on hand in race for Supreme Court.

The Disastrous Candidacy of Brian Hagedorn

After weeks of negative press, his Supreme Court campaign is reeling. Who vetted him?

GOP Legislators Back Pay Hike for Lawyers

Hourly fee for private attorneys taking public defender cases would rise from $40 to $70.

Hagedorn Campaign Releases First TV Ad: “Lily”

"Adopting Lily has brought home the opioid crisis and how it affects families in such significant ways."

Hagedorn’s Views on Gay Rights Matter

Judge’s past criticism of key Supreme Court ruling suggests he could oppose rights of same-sex couples.

High Court Hears Gun Liability Case

Is website facilitating illegal gun sales liable for Brookfield spa shooting?

Brian Hagedorn Promises He Won’t Do It Again, Again

Founder and Board Member of Organization With Formal Policy of LGBTQ Discrimination Asks Voters to Trust He Will Treat All Equally Before the Law

New Evidence Exposes Supreme Court Candidate Brian Hagedorn Putting Homophobic, Discriminatory Beliefs Into Action

Founded and Serves on Board of Directors of School That Explicitly Discriminates Against LGBTQ Individuals

Evers Opposes ‘Dark Store’ Loophole

Would end tax break backed by WMC, which has donated $25 million to politicians.

Brian Hagedorn Snags Support of Racist Voter Suppression Billboard Backer

Another Stain on the Record of the Candidate Who Helped Scott Walker Target the Voting Rights of People of Color

Sheriffs Endorse Hagedorn for Supreme Court

"The strong support our campaign is receiving from law enforcement professionals is a reflection of my commitment to protecting the public and upholding the rule of law."

Rep. Spreitzer, Sen. Ringhand Propose Lame Duck Limits

"Less than one month after the 2018 November elections, a lame duck session fundamentally changed the balance of power in Wisconsin state government."

Coalition Seeks More Criminal Justice Funding

Criminal justice agencies and associations say their budget proposal will improve system.

Larson Bills Reform Campaign Finance

Would reduce donation limits, increase transparency requirements.

Brian Hagedorn’s Past Pays Off … With $18,000 Campaign Contribution from Big Special Interest

Snags Big Check from Industry Lobby Group That Literally Wrote Rules on Judicial Recusal Adopted by His Former Boss

Neubauer Campaign Announces New Endorsements

"This is an unprecedented show of support from across Wisconsin that bridges both parties..."

Representative Lisa Subeck and Senator Dave Hansen Introduce Proposal to Let Wisconsin Vote on Big Money in Politics

Resolution would place Citizens United question on November, 2020 Ballot

The Rise of Special Interest Spending

Nationally and in Wisconsin it’s exploded since Citizens United. What’s the impact?

Brian Hagedorn’s Questionable Judgement: Assault Accusations and Campaign Finance Law Fines Among Lowlights of Hagedorn Supporters

Campaign Touting Endorsement of Scandal Plagued Judges