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Maria Lazar Touts a ‘Geeky’ Love of the Law in Run for Supreme Court
No conservative like her has won a race for state high court since 2019.
Mar 23rd, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Judges Won’t Extend Schimel’s U.S. Attorney Appointment
Federal judges want permanent pick by Trump. Baldwin pushes bipartisan process.
Mar 10th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
No Milwaukee Judge Will Accept Tearman Spencer Criminal Case
Two different criminal cases against Spencer will be heard in different county.
Feb 25th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Conservative Judge Maria Lazar Enters Supreme Court Race
Lazar is so far the only conservative to announce for the 2026 race.
Oct 1st, 2025 by Shawn Johnson
The Many Lawsuits of Josh Kaul
29 suits by AG against Trump administration. Will this help or hurt Kaul if he runs for governor?
Aug 4th, 2025 by Steven Walters
Arguments Begin in Lawsuit Against ERIC Elections Database
Trump supporter and former Rep. Janel Brandtjen argues it's now illegal in Wisconsin.
Jun 3rd, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Trump Issues Order Changing Election Rules
Trump administration wants proof of citizenship during voter registration, claims U.S. elections are not properly secured.
Mar 26th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
A Deja Vu Election for State Supreme Court
Looks like repeat of 2023 Protasiewicz v. Kelly race. But with key differences.
Mar 17th, 2025 by Steven Walters
In State Supreme Court Race Crawford Claims Schimel Soft on Some Crimes
Ads call him too easy on defendants in child pornography, other cases. Are they accurate?
Jan 25th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Schimel Touts Endorsement From Sheriff Accused of Sexual Harassment
Sheriff Travis Hakes censured by 19-1 vote of Chippewa County Board.
Jan 22nd, 2025 by Henry Redman
Supreme Court Candidates Both Report ‘Historic’ Campaign Fundraising Totals
Dane County Judge Susan Crawford reports outraising former Republican Attorney General Brad Schimel by approximately $600,000.
Jan 10th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Sun Badger Solar Customers Won’t Get Refund for Unfinished Projects
Company in receivership after alleged $500,000 embezzlement by former employee.
Dec 3rd, 2024 by Joe Schulz
How State’s Election Rules Have Changed
2020's false election claims led to 2022 rule changes in Wisconsin that are now overturned, even as lawsuits filed.
Nov 4th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Rep. Brandtjen, A 2020 Election Denier, Sues To Force State Out of Voter Data Organization
ERIC system designed to make it easier for states to maintain accurate voter rolls.
Oct 4th, 2024 by Henry Redman
Rep. Janel Brandtjen Sues State Ethics Commission
Menomonee Falls Republican fighting charges against her in campaign fundraising scheme.
Jul 27th, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Supreme Court To Hear Case Of Brothers Fired For Stealing From School District
Oconomowoc Area School District fired men after they admitted to stealing scrap metal.
Jun 24th, 2024 by Corrinne Hess
State Supreme Court Dismisses Amazon Claim That Drivers Aren’t Employees
Decision means delivery giant owes more than $200,000 in unemployment taxes.
Mar 27th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Judge Rules Absentee Ballots With Incomplete Witness Address Must Be Counted
Attorney for Republican-controlled Legislature to appeal Dane County Court ruling.
Jan 31st, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Judge Says Absentee Ballots With Incomplete Addresses Can Be Counted
Supreme Court appeal expected, ruling centers on incomplete witness addresses.
Jan 4th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Court Will Decide If Amazon Drivers Are Really Independent Contractors
Wisconsin Supreme Court will rule on case, which would make workers eligible for unemployment.
Dec 15th, 2023 by Erik Gunn
Former Attorney General Brad Schimel Running For Wisconsin Supreme Court
Schimel, a Republican, enters 2025 race where conservatives hope to take back control of court.
Dec 1st, 2023 by Rich Kremer
State Supreme Court Candidates Discuss Abortion, Redistricting
Race between Dorow, Kelly, Mitchell and Protasiewicz could change court's majority.
Jan 10th, 2023 by Shawn Johnson
Health Care Groups Ask Wisconsin Supreme Court To Block Ivermectin Order
Circuit court ruled that hospital must provide drug to patient. Appeals court paused ruling.
Dec 8th, 2022 by Jenny Peek
Crowded Supreme Court Race To Become Partisan Battles
Four candidates are running, with the conservative-liberal split of court hanging in balance.
Dec 1st, 2022 by Sarah Lehr
Darrell Brooks Jr. Sentenced to Multiple Lifetimes in Prison
Brooks sentenced to life in prison for each of the six people he killed in the Waukesha parade attack.
Nov 16th, 2022 by Deneen Smith
Court Won’t Block Counting Of Military Ballots
Lawsuit by Republican lawmaker sought to sequester military absentee ballots.
Nov 8th, 2022 by Bridgit Bowden
Will Darrell Brooks Appeal His Conviction?
Waukesha Parade killer says he plans to do so. Experts say a successful appeal is unlikely.
Nov 1st, 2022 by Evan Casey
Judge Rejects Request To Let Clerks Count Absentee Ballots With Incomplete Addresses
Dane County judge says injunction would "upend the status quo, not preserve it,"
Oct 27th, 2022 by Rich Kremer
Darrell Brooks Found Guilty Of All Charges
Jury finds him guilty of six counts of intentional homicide and 70 other charges in Waukesha Christmas parade killings.
Oct 26th, 2022 by Evan Casey
Darrell Brooks Trial Goes to Jury
Brooks accused of killing six people, injuring dozens by driving through Waukesha Christmas parade.
Oct 26th, 2022 by Evan Casey
Prosecutors To Conclude Their Case in Darrell Brooks Trial Wednesday
Brooks, who is representing himself, will begin his defense the same day.
Oct 18th, 2022 by Evan Casey
Appeals Court Halts Restriction on Absentee Ballot Spoiling
Waukesha County judge ruled last week that absentee ballots couldn't be replaced at voter request. Democrats objected.
Oct 11th, 2022 by Sarah Lehr
Despite Disruptions, Darrell Brooks’ Trial Begins
Judge says Brooks, who faces 77 charges for driving through Waukesha Christmas Parade, is making "mockery" of process.
Oct 6th, 2022 by Evan Casey
Outbursts Delay First Day of Trial for Waukesha Parade Murders
Defendant Darrell Brooks Jr., representing himself, was removed from court room.
Oct 3rd, 2022 by Evan Casey
Wisconsin Supreme Court To Take Up Case On Ivermectin
Waukesha resident sought judge's order for Advocate Aurora to use drug to treat his uncle.
Oct 1st, 2022 by Erik Gunn
Brooks Ditches Attorneys, Will Represent Himself
Accused Waukesha Christmas Parade killer faces 77 criminal charges, including 6 counts of first-degree intentional homicide
Sep 29th, 2022 by Evan Casey
Judges Writing New Election Rules
Partisan impasse between governor and Legislature increasingly leaves courts deciding rules.
Sep 19th, 2022 by Steven Walters
Ramthun Campaign Promotes Election Denial
State Representative Tim Ramthun spreads doubt about 2020 election with campaign for governor.
Jul 29th, 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
PFAS Shuts Down Wells In Marshfield, Adams
Drinking water contaminated. Waukesha court ruled DNR can’t regulate deadly pollutant.
Jun 1st, 2022 by Isiah Holmes
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
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
Judge Rules DNR Can’t Regulate PFAS
State agency lacks authority, Waukesha judge rules. Environmental advocates plan appeal.
Apr 13th, 2022 by Isiah Holmes
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
Wisconsin Court of Appeals Race Takes Partisan Turn
Donations from mega-donors, political action committees funding attack ads.
Apr 1st, 2022 by Henry Redman
Defense Seeks To Move Trial For Waukesha Parade Suspect
Darrell Brooks' attorney argues it will be impossible to find unbiased jury.
Mar 30th, 2022 by Deneen Smith
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
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
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
Quit ‘Chasing Conspiracy Theories,’ Kaul Urges Republicans
Election investigation ‘wasting taxpayer money,’ attorney general charges.
Dec 15th, 2021 by Shawn Johnson
Suit Opposes Waukesha-Milwaukee Water Plan
Tiny Village of Waukesha seeks to stop extension of pipe through village limits.
Feb 8th, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding
