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Milwaukee Has Removed 10,000 Lead Laterals

Faster pace hits a 'milestone' for the city. But 65,000 still left to go.

What Are Data Centers? How Will They Change Wisconsin?

Will support AI. Just one project could use as much energy as all of Milwaukee.

Assembly Minority Leader Greta Neubauer Joins DLCC Board

National group works to elect Democrats to state legislatures.

Baldwin Slams Trump Plan to Shutter Agency that Addresses Opioid Epidemic and Provides Mental Health Support

SAMHSA gives out grants to Wisconsin communities to tackle the fentanyl epidemic, oversees the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, and more

State Ends SDC’s Status as County’s Community Action Agency

Its board members must examine options, decide its future.

Wisconsin Now Up to 16 Lawsuits Against Trump Administration

They're 'really flouting the laws and ignoring them,' AG Josh Kaul says.

AG Kaul Sues to Stop Unlawful Rollback of Natural Resource Protections

Opposition To GOP Bill That Would Shield Police Officers From Post-Shooting Court Inquiries

John Doe hearings afford opportunity for review if prosecutor declines to bring forth charges.

Republicans Put Politics Over People in Vote to Remove Over 600 Items from State Budget

Republican Lawmakers Poised to Gut Most Pro-Kid Budget in State History During 2025 the Year of the Kid

Republicans to reject middle-class tax cuts, property tax relief to prevent property tax increases statewide, plans to lower out-of-pocket costs for child care, medication, and household goods, measures to crack down on prescription price gouging and health insurance transparency, investments to improve kids’ reading and literacy outcomes, support for Wisconsin’s farmers and veterans, efforts to get harmful contaminants out of Wisconsinites’ water, statewide plans to improve public safety and keep kids and families safe, and measures to bolster high-need sectors of the workforce, among other key priorities

Local leaders urge Wisconsin congressional members to stand up for clean energy and local control

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Introduces Mom and Pop Tax Relief Act

Wisconsin Joins Lawsuit Challenging EV Charging Funding Freeze

Gov. Evers says Trump is 'trying to block Wisconsin from receiving the investments we were promised.'

‘Credible Threat’ Against Family of US Rep. Derrick Van Orden

Wisconsin congressman canceled online town hall, expected to miss votes.

Wisconsin Could Lose $55 Million Under Proposed EPA Budget Cuts

Trump is 'gutting programs Wisconsin needs to get rid of toxic contaminants.'

Wisconsin Republicans Plot to Remove Hundreds of Popular Items From State Budget Consideration

Wisconsin Sues RFK Jr. Over HHS Funding Cuts

State joins others suing over massive layoffs, 'staggering amount of damage.'

Republican Plan to Slash Federal Student Loans Threatens Wisconsin

Half of state students could be hit by cuts to Pell Grants, student loans and more.

Sens. Johnson, Grassley Request Biden White House and NARA Records on Politically-Motivated Investigations into President Trump

Trump EPA Rollbacks Would Allow Wisconsin Coal Plants to Pollute More Than 11 Million Tons of CO2, Sierra Club Tool Shows

Judge Monica Isham Condemned For Concerns About Dugan’s Arrest

Sawyer County judge holding court on zoom. Rep. Tiffany calls for her to resign.

NEW: Gov. Evers Announces Lawsuit Against Latest Trump Administration Cuts Aiming to Dismantle Department of Health and Human Services, Hurting Wisconsin Kids, Families, and Seniors

Governor in new lawsuit slams Trump Administration for devastating new cuts that undermine constitutional checks and balances and will make it harder to keep Wisconsinites and Americans healthy and safe

Republicans Face Big Questions at State Convention

Big loss in spring election, party divisions, and who will run for governor?

“Wisconsin Kids Deserve Better.”

-Rep. Robyn Vining on Trump Mental Health Cuts

Trump Tariffs Hiking Costs, Limiting Options for Wisconsin Solar

High tariffs could make some projects in state 'economically unfeasible.'

Law Forward reaffirms commitment to rule of law, commends Governor’s response to White House threats

Senator Chris Larson and Representative Ryan Clancy Reject President Trump’s Unconstitutional Executive Order Defunding Public Broadcasting

Trump’s Border Czar Warns Gov. Evers He Could Be Arrested

Evers responds. Says he did not break law in issuing memo.

Amid Corporate Power Struggle, Harley-Davidson Sales Slump

And now motorcycle company expects more than $100 million in tariff impacts.

Wisconsin Democrats on the First Contestant for Donald Trump’s Favor

Duffy Threatens Local Transportation Agencies Over DEI, Immigration

U.S. Transportation secretary warns: obey or lose federal funds.

Wisconsin Home Sales Down 10.2% in March

High interest rates and uncertainty about economy blamed.

WATCH: Senator Baldwin Calls Out Trump’s Broken Promises 100 Days In

Baldwin: “Wisconsinites want lower costs, our veterans and farmers respected, and working families to have a fair shot – and Donald Trump’s chaos isn’t delivering any of that”

Wisconsin Democrats on Donald Trump’s Disastrous First 100 Days

Will Richland County Turn Against Trump?

Wisconsin’s rural counties may suffer -- a lot -- from his policies.

Americorps Alums Demand President Trump Rescind Unprecedented Attack on Americorps

Martin O’Malley Comes to Wisconsin, Sounds Alarm on Social Security

Former administrator notes program's minuscule fraud, world-class efficiency.

As Wisconsin Teachers Grapple With AI, Trump Calls for Greater Use

His executive order pushes artificial intelligence. State educators have mixed views.

Labor Groups Highlight Workplace Deaths on Workers Memorial Day

112 Wisconsin workers died on the job in 2023.

The Patriotism of Hannah Dugan

Milwaukee judge who loves the U.S. constitution and history has fueled a national controversy.

Wisconsin Democrats on Donald Trump Endorsing Derrick Van Orden

Statement on the Arrest of Judge Hannah Dugan

Milwaukee Democratic Socialists of America condemn FBI arrest of Milwaukee County judge

Statement of Senator Mark Spreitzer on Judge’s Arrest in Milwaukee

Drop the Charges on Judge Dugan!

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Statement on the Arrest of Judge Hannah Dugan

Judge Hannah Dugan Arrested By FBI

Dugan was being investigated for alleged role in helping individual avoid ICE agents.

Baldwin, Colleagues Demand Trump Admin Keep Social Security Field Offices Open, Stop Jeopardizing Seniors’ Benefits

Baldwin’s call comes as Trump Admin closes Social Security offices in Wisconsin and cuts key staff

Wisconsin Lawmakers Ask Trump To Address Federal Data Sharing Dispute Impacting Veterans

Lawmakers want to use data tool to help veterans connect to benefits.

GOP Audit Chair Calls DEI Spending ‘Rebranded Discrimination’

Cabinet official says efforts are about recruiting and retaining a workforce that resembles Wisconsin.

New Student Loan Rules Could Affect 725,000 Wisconsin Borrowers

Trump administration will begin collections on student loans in default on May 5.

Hannah Dugan and The Battle Over ICE

Judge Dugan and Gov. Evers demand due process and are vilified for this.

70 Partners in Wisconsin Form Coalition to Promote Climate Action

Announced on Earth Day, seeking community support, solutions to climate change.

Rep. Snodgrass Condemns Republican Workforce Bills as Missing the Mark and Jeopardizing Economic Security for Families

Legislators Consider New Rules for Election Observers

Wisconsin Elections Commission created rules after consulting many different groups.

County Emission Plan Has $441 Million Price Tag

Cost to be spread over 25 years to reach carbon neutrality by 2050.

NEW: Wisconsin Minority Business Development Agency Office Closing, Baldwin Demands Answers from Trump Admin

Baldwin-backed agency to boost minority entrepreneurship, ignite economic opportunity & create jobs on Musk and Trump’s chopping block

Ron Johnson Charges 9/11 Was Inside Job

Pushes conspiracy theory, calls for congressional hearing.

Federal Funding Cuts Could Shrink Wisconsin Libraries’ Services

A 'direct blow' to public libraries across the state.

Legislature Could Pass Several Budgets

Uncertainty over federal funds could make usual all-inclusive budget impossible.

Half of Federal Head Start Funding to Wisconsin Eliminated

Down by $35 million from same period in 2024. Baldwin vows to fight it.

Milwaukee Protests Target Deportations, Democratic Leaders

Highway bridges all over town on Saturday became protests of Trump's policies.

With Tariff Threat, Port Milwaukee Benefiting From Interest in Little Known Federal Trade Program

But tariffs and other Trump changes could damage port's overall business.

International Terminal Construction Could Begin This Year

Airport will redevelop unused Concourse E into new International Terminal.

‘The Dells’ Is A Canny, Very Wisconsin Docu-Film

And 'Cycle' is a hard look at 2019 police killing of Black youth in Racine.

State Republican Party Creates New Rules That Allow County Chairs To Be Ousted

Changes come as Milwaukee chairs, others, have been critical of party, called for Brian Schimming to resign.

Trump Admin Halts More Than $35 Million from Wisconsin Head Start Centers, A 50% Cut

Wisconsin and Great Lakes Research Would Be Hurt By Federal NOAA Cuts

Proposed 25% cut would affect institutes, labs and programs in Wisconsin.

The Rise and Fall Of Michael Gableman

And how the Wisconsin Supreme Court became hyper-political.

Fearful Supervisors Call For Courthouse ICE Policy

One supervisor was afraid to vote, fearing retaliation from Trump administration.

Who Will Oppose Justice Rebecca Bradley?

WI Supreme Court incumbents almost never lose. Bradley could be an exception.

Senator Mark Spreitzer Slams President Trump for Ignoring the Rule of Law, Threats to Citizens

Report That Trump Will End Head Start Program Alarms State Providers

'It would be absolutely devastating.' 15,000 children in Wisconsin served.

The Race to Replace Ben Wikler as Wisconsin Democratic Party Chair

Three candidates running, including Glendale Mayor Bryan Kennedy.

Beware Romans Bearing Gifts

Anti-Trust Case Against Live Nation Could Impact Milwaukee

Pabst Theater, other concert venues could be subpoenaed, helped or hurt.

Rep. Fitzgerald Statement on Wisconsin Teen Accused of Murder and Plotting to Assassinate President Trump

Tammy Baldwin Talks Tariffs With Local Business Owners

Senator spoke with brewers, farmers, chefs and others lamenting tariffs at roundtable.

Trump Tariffs Seek More Manufacturing, But Does Wisconsin Lack the Workers?

State has labor shortage. Business leaders skeptical about opening new factories.

Baldwin, Klobuchar Press Trump Administration for Answers on Impacts of Trade War on Farmers

Trump Order Threatens Haitian Immigrants in New London, WI

'They're part of our community,' residents say, opposing deportation order.

Wisconsin Democrats Announce 2025 State Convention

Trump Administration Cuts More Than $12 Million in UW-Madison Research Funding

Lawsuit from Wisconsin and 15 other states says National Institutes of Health engaged in 'unlawful' effort to disrupt federal research grants.

Gov. Evers, DWD Highlight Job Fairs Available to Federal Workers Affected by Mass Trump Administration Firings

Evers Administration hosts virtual job fairs aiming to recruit workers in high-demand sectors in Wisconsin see high interest, participation with over 300 registrants

Head of Wisconsin Democratic Party Stepping Down

Ben Wikler, 44, remade party into fundraising machine, delivered electoral success.

Wisconsin Conservation Voters condemns Trump’s latest attack on Wisconsin’s environment and future

Baldwin Backs Bills to Cut Taxes for Workers, Families as Republicans Advance Tax Breaks for Big Corporations

Wisconsin Dairy Workers Carry On In Face of Escalating Immigration Arrests

Farmers and workers hope economics can protect them.

WisDems Chair Ben Wikler Announces He Won’t Run for Reelection

Did Schimel Get Too Partisan in Election?

The conservative in race for state superintendent was less strident and did better.

Trump Administration Cancels Visas of 27 Students at UW Campuses

Rubio says 300 visas for international students at U.S. universities revoked.

Trump Administration Wants to Fast Track Logging in Wisconsin, U.S.

'Emergency designation' and quicker environmental reviews to boost logging.

Trump Follows Baldwin’s Lead to Crack Down on China, Close Trade Loophole for Fentanyl, Counterfeit Goods

Trump Administration announced they are closing the de minimis loophole for China, cutting off key pathway for deadly fentanyl precursor chemicals to travel into the U.S.

Sens. Johnson, Grassley Release Additional Arctic Frost Records Detailing Sweeping Anti-Trump Investigation

State Economic Development Leader Cites Tariff Shock, Impact on Wisconsin

Hoping to maintain European trade partners amid 'man-made crisis.'

Gableman May Lose Law License For Three Years

Former justice alleged to have lied during 2020 election probe accepts plea deal.

Tariffs Will Hurt Business, Workers in Wisconsin

Local business, labor and university experts warn that tariffs will lead to a recession.

Why I Joined the Protest in Washington DC

A cheesehead gets showered with gratitude for Wisconsin's rejection of Elon Musk.

Crawford Was Ahead Through Entire Election

Both parties' tracking polls showed a race whose winner was always the same.