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John Menard’s Fortunes Declining

Losing court cases and paying judgments while seeing his wealth decline.

Bryan Steil Thinks Trump’s Illegal War Was Worth It

State Democratic Leader Lays Out Policy Plans If Party Wins Trifecta

Senate Minority Leader Dianne Hesselbein points to school funding, property taxes and more.

Three Accused False Electors Plead Not Guilty in Dane County Court

Jim Troupis and Kenneth Chesebro were national leaders in scheme to overturn 2020 election.

Milwaukee Activist Charged With Terrorizing U-Michigan Faculty

Ahmet Kerem Korkaya, 28, a MCW student and pro-Palestine activist, pleads not guilty.

County Investing $2.5 Million in Housing Assistance for Homeless

County doubles down on housing first as federal government switches funding to shelters.

Trump Administration Tries Again to Get Wisconsin’s Voter Registration Data

Emergency motion from US Department of Justice appeals federal court ruling it lost.

Fiserv Loses Its $70 Million Man

Michael Lyons steps down after disastrous decline in Milwaukee company's stock.

The Elevator Speech for Democratic Governor Candidates

Boiling down their pitch to voters, why do they deserve your vote?

Rodriguez Wins Democratic Straw Poll for Governor

Hong takes second. But conventiongoers also consider: who is most electable?

Democratic Candidates for Governor Pitch The State Party Convention

Plus: Evers farewell speech. And hopes to flip even more Republican Senate seats.

I’m About The Economy, Says Missy Hughes, Candidate for Governor

Economic advisor to Democratic Gov. Evers worked 16 years with Organic Valley co-op business.

WI Supreme Court Accepts Second Appeal To Redraw Congressional Map

Two appeals use different legal arguments. Conservative justices oppose both.

New Federal Student Loan Rules Hit July 1 For Wisconsin Borrowers

End of SAVE plan, new caps and repayment options could reshape debt for 700,000 residents.

Gov. Evers Urges Wisconsin Congressional Leaders to Reject Devastating, Harmful Cuts in President Trump’s Budget

Wisconsin DOJ Joins Lawsuit Challenging Trump Administration’s Unlawful New Federal Contractor Terms

Ballot Challenges Fail In 7th District GOP Primary Fight

Wisconsin elections officials keep three rivals, including Trump-endorsed Michael Alfonso, on the August ballot.

Jim Troupis Says He Can’t Get Fair Trial in Madison

Faces 11 criminal counts of forgery for 2020 false electors scheme, wants a change of venue.

Democrats Call for State Birth Control Protections

Warning that 'extreme forces' in the state and nation want to make birth control illegal.

Controversial Democrat Kirk Bangstad Can’t Run for Wisconsin Governor

Elections Commission finds Minocqua Brewing owner lacked enough signatures to get on ballot.

Wisconsin DOJ and Coalition Secure Summary Judgment in Lawsuit Challenging Trump Administration’s Unlawful $100k Fee for H-1B Petitions

Is Democratic Race for Governor Finally Starting?

Recent ads for candidates add life – finally – to a very sleepy campaign.

Muslim Leader’s Health Deteriorating in Immigration Lockup

Salah Sarsour has lost 30 pounds, not getting needed diabetes treatment, his lawyers say.

Trump Spreads Election Conspiracies Alongside Gubernatorial Candidate Congressman Tom Tiffany

New Elections Chief Wary of Disruptive Court Orders

Court cases changing how Wisconsin's fall elections handled could come too late, he warns.

Democratic State Convention Could Narrow Field for Wisconsin Governor

Delegates will be looking for which of 7 candidates 'stand out' in their speeches.

Trump Attacks ‘Dumocrats’ in Speech in Chippewa Falls, WI

'You take out the B, a lot of people don’t know, dumb has a b.'

Trump’s $425 Million Coal Push Could Impact Wisconsin

Madison-based Alliant Energy hopes to extend life of two coal-powered plants.

Barnes Touts Statewide Experience in Run for Governor

Politics is a challenging 'endurance sport,' says best known Democrat running for governor.

Tyco, Johnson Controls Agree to $10 Million PFAS Settlement

Evers, Kaul hail it as one of most important environmental settlements in state history.

AFP-Wisconsin Welcomes President Trump Back to America’s Dairyland for Chippewa County Farm Visit

Who’s Looking Out for Rural Wisconsinites? Hint: It’s Not Tom Tiffany or Donald Trump

New Report: Donald Trump’s Disastrous Agenda for Wisconsin’s Dairyland

Donald Trump to Give $700 Million of Taxpayer Money to America’s Coal Fleet, Including Wisconsin

Kirk Bangstad, Brett Hulsey, Others Fall Short of Ballot Requirements

333 people in state filed nomination papers. Some lacked enough signatures to run.

Some Wisconsin Communities Dropping Flock Surveillance

Citing privacy concerns, Dane County, Appleton, Oshkosh, 4 other communities drop contracts.

President Trump Coming to Wisconsin

Visiting state on Friday to campaign for Wisconsin Republicans like Tom Tiffany.

US Postal Service Proposes Big Changes for Mail-In Voting

But WI Elections Commission members say proposal may not survive legal challenges.

FBI Knocks, Milwaukee Answers With Two New Law Firms On Its Side

City taps national legal groups for 'election-related needs.'

10 Candidates Make Wisconsin Governor’s Ballot As Filing Closes

Democrats crowd the field with eight hopefuls, while Tom Tiffany is the lone Republican to qualify.

WisDems Chair on Trump Announcing Visit to Western Wisconsin

Why Milwaukee’s Lead Pipe Program Is Cheaper, Faster — And Still At Risk

Drilling cuts costs and speeds work, but rising prices and funding cuts cloud the long-term picture.

Wisconsin Youth Appeal Dismissal Of Climate Rights Lawsuit

Teens and children ask higher court to revive challenge to state energy laws they call unconstitutional.

See The Options To Rebuild Southside Freeway Ramps to Reconnect Walker’s Point

Options on table for I-43/94 ramps at National Avenue including new streets, removal.

Van Orden Continues to Support Costly Iran War

Wisconsin GOP Doubles Down On Anti-Trans Messaging For 2026 Races

From the convention stage to press releases, Republicans spotlight trans youth in attack lines.

Following April Flooding Damage, Congresswoman Gwen Moore Pushes for Federal Aid

Gov. Evers Kicks Off June Dairy Month, Celebrates Wisconsin’s Proud Heritage as America’s Dairyland

The Trump Effect on Wisconsin

The Republican Party has become the Trump party. Polls suggest it's a minority party.

Ex-Trump Attorney Troupis Seeks $3.2 Million from ‘Anti-Weaponization’ Fund

James Troupis faces felony charges of forgery for his role in 2020 fake elector plot.

Tom Tiffany’s On a Roll. It’s Not Good

And Francesca Hong stumbles badly in CNN story.

Senator Dianne Hesselbein Introduces No Taxpayer Dollars for Insurrectionists Act

Tom Tiffany Stands by Criticisms of Failed Wisconsin Tax Cut Deal

Republican candidate for governor sticks to stand despite poll showing big support for deal.

Tom Tiffany Ally Applies for Over $3 Million in Trump Slush Fund Money

Baldwin Visits Wisconsin Farms as War in Iran Jacks Up Fertilizer, Fuel Costs

Wisconsin Republicans Have Plan to Win in November

Top officials outlined their game plan; it's about key issues and striking first.

ICE Detains Wisconsin Green Card Holder With 2014 Cannabis Conviction

Arrests of green card holders have surged under President Trump.

Evers Asks Trump For Disaster Declaration After April Storms Batter Wisconsin

Governor cites more than $27 million in storm and flood damage across 19 counties and Oneida Nation.

Judge Block Trump Admin’s Attempt to Get Wisconsin Voter Data

Department of Justice is attempting to obtain confidential voter data in several states.

Gov. Evers Requests Disaster Declaration From President Trump to Assist With Recovery Efforts After Destructive April Storms and Flooding

Governor’s request comes as Wisconsin Emergency Management and FEMA joint preliminary damage assessment determines more than $27 million in damages

FBI Wants to Interview Milwaukee Police Officers Related to 2020 Election

Investigation tied to absentee ballot counting.

How The One Big Beautiful Bill Is Hurting Wisconsin

Rep. Robyn Vining says Wisconsinites are already paying the price for Trump law that slashes health spending.

EPA Announces $94 Million for Wisconsin to Replace Lead Pipes

Federal money comes from 2021 bipartisan infrastructure law.

Mayor Asks Tom Tiffany To Stop ‘Pandering to Dishonesty’ on Elections

Open letter includes an invitation to tour city's election systems, meet with officials.

Led By Tom Tiffany, False Election Claims Still Pushed in Wisconsin

Tiffany supports FBI probe of 2020 election. Bipartisan Democracy Defense Project criticizes it.

Bill will Tax Trump’s ‘Anti-Weaponization Fund’ Payouts at 100%

MAGA Extremist Tom Tiffany Mum on Possible Publicly Funded Payoffs for January 6 Insurrectionists

Wisconsin Joins Lawsuit Contesting Federal Redefinition of Nursing Degrees

Are nursing degrees not 'professional'? Suit argues Trump administration exceeds its authority.

Wisconsin Republicans Seek Younger Voters

Urgent appeals by old guard at state convention. Polls show age 18-29 voters favor Democrats.

Van Orden Admits High Gas Prices Are a Result of War He Supports

UW-Madison Psychedelic Researchers Confront Hard Questions

'A lot going on.' Several research projects have had 'remarkable results.'

Tiffany Warns That Wisconsin Could Turn Into Minnesota

Speeches at state Republican convention paint Democrats as 'radicals' and 'socialists.'

How FBI Has Pressured Wisconsin Election Officials

How does it compares to probes in other states? And what comes next?

The Questions Wisconsin Reporters Are Not Asking Tom Tiffany

An election denier could be the GOP nominee for governor, yet basic accountability questions remain untouched.

Trump EPA Cuts Could Hit Small Wisconsin Towns Hardest

Rural communities fear higher water rates and delayed projects if loan forgiveness shrinks sharply.

Out-of-Touch Wisconsin Republicans to Put Dysfunction on Full Display at Annual Party Convention

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Supports War Powers Resolution to Help End Republicans’ Reckless, Costly Iran War

Roys Vowed to Protect Wisconsinites From Trump, Rejects Destroying Surplus

Can Trump And A Political Dynasty Still Pick A Northwoods Congressman?

Sean Duffy’s son-in-law has money and marquee backing, but local Republicans are pushing back hard.

FBI Visits Milwaukee County Elections Director

Visit follows reports that FBI is investigating results of 2020 presidential election.

Sen. Kelda Roys Votes No Against Budget-Busting Deal That Doesn’t Put Wisconsin Kids First

Report: Trump’s $1 Billion Ballroom Funding Could Help Wisconsin Families Make Ends Meet

Tiffany, Republicans Look Terrible on Gas Prices

Trump, Sean Duffy, entire party getting killed on issue that’s critical to their voters.

Senators Baldwin, Kelly, Young, Scott Call on Trump to Stand Up to China and Prioritize U.s. Shipbuilding at Summit With President Xi

Senators call comes as China’s unfair practices have decimated U.S. shipbuilding industry, hurting American workers and national security

Trump Looms Over Wisconsin Republicans’ Annual Convention

84% of WI Republicans approve of president despite his negative impact on state elections.

New Polls Find Voters in Key Wisconsin State Legislative Districts Disapprove of MAGA Agenda, Dissatisfied With GOP Incumbents

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Statement on FBI Questioning Wisconsin Election Officials

Baldwin Demands Answers From Trump After Illegally Firing Entire National Science Foundation Board Without Reason

National Science Foundation is federal government’s main agency for funding scientific research and new technology in the U.S.

WisDems Chair Statement on Retirement of Jessie Rodriguez

USDA, Wisconsin Scale Back Avian Flu Testing On Dairy Herds

Officials cite lower risk, but lab leaders warn surveillance could be undermined by staffing and funding cuts.

Lawsuit Challenges Wisconsin Ban On Out-Of-State Signature Collectors

Conservative law firm says bipartisan law limiting petition circulators violates free speech rights.

Tony Evers Revived Commutations; What Will Wisconsin’s Next Governor Do?

Most Democratic candidates support it. Barnes excludes those convicted of murder.

Rising Fuel Prices Hit County Budget

Spiking gas prices could force departments to cut back on services in 2026.

Minocqua Brewing Owner Kirk Bangstad Says He’s Running for Governor

Liberal activist says no other Democrat strong enough to stand up to Trump.

Democrats Running for Governor Agree Healthcare Costs a Problem

How to fix this is where there was disagreement at candidate forums.

Journal Sentinel Swallows Disinformation?

An LOL 'leaked memo.' And the Tiffany campaign's cleverness.

Conservative Group’s Ads Portray WI Republicans Battling Party’s Leaders

Ads showing GOP state legislators as mavericks reflect public souring on Trump, Vos?

Gov. Evers Again Urges Trump Administration to Restore Funding to Prevent Fraud, Waste, and Abuse in Wisconsin’s Unemployment Insurance System

The governor’s latest letter marks the fourth request by the Evers Administration to restore funding Wisconsin needs to complete unemployment modernization efforts designed to help detect and prevent fraud, reduce improper payments, and improve efficiency

Forest Service Chief Discusses Milwaukee Office Closure, Deep Budget Cuts

Trump's budget cut 75% of agency's funding, affects 43 employees in Milwaukee office.