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Sen. Johnson Joins Finance Committee Republicans in Vowing to Oppose Any Short-Term Tax Package

“The expiring provisions of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act must be permanent and not sunset”

Superintendent Candidate Jeff Wright Says He’ll Improve Communication With Public, Legislature

Wright is one of three candidates running in Feb. 18 primary.

Trump Tariffs Could Raise Craft Beer Prices

Aluminum tariff would punish breweries that rely on distribution.

Illinois Delays Project to Keep Invasive Carp Out of Great Lakes

Gov. JB Pritzker says Trump administration can't be trusted to deliver promised funding.

Trump Impact: Wisconsin Farmers & Manufacturers Face Uncertainty, Higher Prices

Solar Program for Low-Income Wisconsin Families Hits Federal Funds Freeze

Federal court ordered Trump administration to restore funding but hasn't happened yet.

State Superintendent Jill Underly Running as Public Education Champion

'We need people in the Legislature who will fight for public schools, too,' incumbent says.

Congressional GOP and Trump Enable Musk Attack on Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

Wisconsin Universities Share Dire Consequences of Illegal Funding Cuts for Lifesaving Research

UW-Madison estimates illegal policy will cut $65 million, disrupt cancer research, and mean layoffs

Round Up: Gov. Tony Evers and AG Josh Kaul Work To Protect Wisconsinites’ Privacy From Elon Musk

Wisconsin Joins Lawsuit to Block NIH Funding Cuts Under Trump

UW says it will delay lifesaving discoveries related to cancer, Alzheimer’s, diabetes.

Shadow President Musk & Republican ‘DOGE’ Gang Targets Social Security

Wisconsin Has 18,000 Federal Workers. How Many Will Be Lost?

Workers face buyouts, layoffs. Delivery of services in state may suffer.

State Superintendent Candidate Brittany Kinser Wants Higher Standards

Former teacher, principal and school choice lobbyist calls herself a 'moderate.'

Tommy Thompson Loves Trump

'He may be unorthodox, but I'm all for him.'

Baldwin Slams Trump and Elon Musk’s Illegal Cut to Lifesaving Disease Research

NIH funding cuts at Wisconsin’s research institutions will likely mean layoffs, halt development of cures for diseases, and stop treatments for patients

Children’s Hospital Reinstates Gender-Affirming Care For Trans Teen

Had cancelled treatment after Trump’s executive order, now being challenged in court.

Gov. Evers, Attorney General Kaul Join 19 States in Suing to Stop Elon Musk and DOGE’s Attacks on Americans

In New Court Filing, Attorney General Kaul: Trump Administration Not Complying with Court Order to Unfreeze Federal Funding

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Joins Democratic Colleagues at the Department of Education Demanding Answers for Efforts to Gut Public Education, Eliminate Department of Education

Representative Ryan Clancy Urges Children’s Wisconsin to Continue Providing Gender Affirming Care to All Who Need It

High Court Rules Meagan Wolfe Can Remain State’s Top Elections Official

Unanimous Supreme Court ruling rejects Republican legislators' attempt to fire Wolfe.

“Yes” Brad Schimel Led the Charge to Gut the Affordable Care Act, Threatening Health Care for 260,000 Wisconsinites

Take A Winter Break at Bradford Beach

Plus: Stop by WMSE's Art & Music event

Trump’s Anti-Trans Actions are Invasive and Infringe on Athletes’ Privacy

Evers’ Budget Offers $80 Million for Farmers, Food

Proposals to expand agricultural exports and ban term 'milk' by non-dairy products.

Want That Road Get Repaved? Have More Babies

Under Trump, DOT wants more road funding for areas with higher birth, marriage rates.

County Government Cuts Carbon Emissions by 48%

Reduction since 2005 puts it near to goal of 50% reduction by 2030.

Baldwin Leads Colleagues on Bill to Close Tax Loophole and Make Wall Street Pay Its Fair Share

Loophole allows investment managers to often pay almost half the tax rate compared to most other Wisconsin workers

Musk Calls for Cutting Funds to Lutheran Groups

Two Wisconsin groups among those baselessly accused of 'money laundering.'

Hundreds Gather at State Capitol to Protest Trump

Protestors attack Trump, Musk, Project 2025, support immigrants, LGBTQ+ people.

Readout of Meeting between Speaker Johnson and Reps. Chu, Moore on DOGE Access to Americans’ Info, Tax Dollars

Dane County Will No Longer Send Immigration Data to the Feds

Some 25 Wisconsin counties accept federal funding to send info on immigrants to ICE.

Republicans Raise Questions About Proposed Election Observer Rules

GOP lawmakers want punishments for poll workers who deny close access to voters.

Republican Bill Forces Wisconsin Sheriffs to Cooperate With ICE

Sheriffs must report immigrants who lack permanent legal status or lose state funding.

Attorney General Kaul and Coalition Issue Joint Statement on Protecting Access to Gender-Affirming Care

ICE Can Build Whatever Facility It Wants in Milwaukee

Council learns federal immigration agency can simply bypass local authorities.

Pocan to Introduce ELON MUSK Act to Ban Federal Govt Contracts for Special Government Employees, Like Bans For Congress, Many Fed Employees

The legislation, the Eliminate Looting of Our Nation by Mitigating Unethical State Kleptocracy (ELON MUSK) Act, ensures transparency and honesty in government spending

Rep. Cruz Responds to Proposed Immigration Legislation

Wisconsin Congress Members Condemn Musk Takeover

Baldwin, Moore, Pocan outraged. Republican Glenn Grothman not sure.

Wisconsin Affordable Care Enrollment Again Sets a Record

313,579 Wisconsin residents enrolled for coverage through federal insurance marketplace.

Legislature’s LGBTQ+ Caucus Doubles in Size

With 7 new members, the caucus now includes 12 lawmakers, all Democrats.

Ben Wikler Loses Bid to Lead National Democratic Party

Minnesota's party leader Ken Martin elected next DNC chair. Wikler's record lauded.

‘Emilia Perez’ Is a Must See

Operatic, visionary film about drug lord who wants a sex change -- you have to see it to believe it.

Trump’s Reckless Trade War Will Hurt American Families, Businesses, and Workers

While noticeably going softer on China, Trump’s tariffs hurt key allies and top trading partners Mexico and Canada

GOP Tariffs Will Hurt Wisconsin Families, Farmers & Manufacturers

Libertarian Party of Wisconsin Response To Trump Tariffs

Baldwin Slams Trump’s Tariffs for Raising Prices on Families, and Hurting Farmers and Manufacturers

Baldwin: “Families across the country are going to be paying more out of their wallets from the gas pump and the grocery store – and it will only get worse when retaliation hits”

Rep. Tom Tiffany and Fellow GOP Lawmakers Bring Back Bill to Delist Gray Wolf

Bill would remove federal protections for gray wolves across most of the country.

Gov. Evers and Attorney General Kaul Announce Temporary Restraining Order in Lawsuit Challenging President Trump’s Illegal Federal Funding Freeze

Federal Judge Today Issued Temporary Restraining Order to Restore Funding, Orders Trump Administration Not to Withhold Federal Funding Allocated by Congress

Trump Administration Slashes Popular Transportation Grant Program by 90%, Imperiling Milwaukee Funding

Program previously funded several Milwaukee projects, including bridge repair, streets and streetcar extension.

What Will Trump’s Order Banning Care for Transgender Kids Mean?

The Trump administration is seeking to end access to gender transition treatments for youth under age 19.

City To Host Discussion On ICE Facility, But Attorney Suggests It May Be Moot Point

But there are options the city has to possibly slow or redirect plan.

Trump Executive Action on K-12 Education reads like something out of North Korea, not the Land of the Free

Public-Private Partnership Will Provide Green Energy, Substantial Savings For Three City Buildings

Johnson Controls partnering with City of Milwaukee on cost-saving project.

White House Rescinds Federal Funding Memo, Yet Says It’s Still Pursuing Freeze

Trump administration continues to cause angst for recipients, questions about legality.

Federal Judge Freezes the Freeze, Blocks Trump’s Plan

Temporary block lasts until Monday.

Former U.S. Capitol Police Officer Visits Milwaukee, Slams Schimel

Harry Dunn criticizes Supreme Court candidate Brad Schimel's stand on Jan. 6. rioters.

Pocan Statement on Trump’s Latest Grift on The American People

Milwaukee Officials Trying To Understand Impact of Trump’s Federal Aid Freeze

Freeze could have massive impact, causing service cuts, layoffs and shutdowns.

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Statement on Illegal Trump Action Blocking Community Funding

Representative Ryan Clancy Supports New Protections for Immigrants and Refugees in Wisconsin

Sen. Baldwin Calls on Trump to Combat China’s Shipbuilding Dominance

China is 'cheating,' she says. US Trade Representative report cites unfair trade practices.

Trump Freezes Federal Spending Critical to Milwaukee Projects

His executive order could kill spending for major projects by city, county and airport.

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Leads Colleagues in Effort to Protect the U.S. Department of Education

Evers Faces Washington, April Elections Headwinds

Will governor run for reelection? Are political winds behind or against Democrats?

Milwaukee DSA Calls On CBS 58 To Reinstate Local Meteorologist

State Business Leaders Support Tariffs on China

Survey also Shows Support for Border Security, Visa and Tax Reform

Evers Hosts Roundtable at Southside Grocery Store

Gov. Tony Evers visited El Rey supermarket the day after his State of the State Speech.

How Will Trump Affect Wisconsin’s Climate and Clean Energy Programs?

His executive orders target federal programs that awarded billions to Wisconsin.

Democrats Now Have Even Less Power on Assembly Committees

They gained 10 seats in Assembly, but Vos gives them lower percentage on committees.

Wisconsin Challenges Trump’s Order Ending Birthright Citizenship

Joining 19 other states suing Trump and federal agencies over executive order.

Wisconsin’s Immigrant Rights Advocates Prepare for ‘Mass Deportation’

A key issue: how much will law enforcement authorities cooperate with effort?

Ads Push Rep. Van Orden to Oppose Pardons for Convicted Jan. 6 Rioters

Sergeant who defended Capitol joins Courage for America in opposing pardons.

Sean Duffy Is Odd Pick to Run Department of Transportation

Former Wisconsin congressman has little management experience or interest in the issue.

President Trump’s America First Priorities

Wisconsin Democrats on the Inauguration of Donald Trump

Progressive Groups to Protest Trump’s Agenda at Inauguration Demonstration on January 20

Moving From Ceasefire to Free Palestine: Gathering to Remember the Martyrs

Is ICE Building A Detention Facility in Milwaukee?

Politicians and community groups keep using the D word. ICE says no.

How Will County Jail React To Trump’s ‘Mass Deportation’ Policy?

Per Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office policy, it does not detain individuals at the request of ICE.

Full-Speed Ahead For Sean Duffy To Serve As Transportation Secretary

Former Wisconsin congressman finds bipartisan support, discusses policy during confirmation hearing.

Broad Coalition Opposes New Immigration Enforcement Facility

City, county and state officials, community and business leaders condemn ICE proposal.

Grant Will Fund 6 Years of Milwaukee to Twin Cities Train

Amtrak Borealis secures major federal grant for 6 years of operations.

Milwaukee Wins Grant To Rebuild National Avenue

New federal funding will advance Complete Streets effort, free up funding for other streets.

Crime, Trump’s Claims and The Facts

Has the crime rate gone up or down in Milwaukee and nationally?

Federal Regulators Deny Petitions to Reduce Protections for Wolves

Wisconsin Bear Hunters, other groups in nation petitioned U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

Cargo Tonnage Lagging at Great Lakes Ports

But Port Milwaukee seeing increase from new Agricultural Maritime Export Facility.

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Statement on Fourth Anniversary of January 6th Attack on U.S. Capitol

In a video statement, Congresswoman Gwen Moore recognized the 4th anniversary of the January 6th Attack on the U.S. Capitol.

Chairman Brian Schimming’s Statement on a Historic Day for Wisconsin

Brad Schimel Defends Jan. 6 Rioters

Former Republican attorney general running for Wisconsin Supreme Court also attacks jury trials.

DNC Statement Four Years After the January 6 Attack on Capitol

Top Senate Democrat Schumer Endorses Wikler in Race for DNC Chair

Schumer's endorsement marks major boost for Wisconsin Democrat's candidacy.

The Year’s Most Popular Urban Milwaukee Stories

Frankly, we're surprised by which stories made the Top 10. You may be, too.

Top 10 News Stories of 2024

Oh what a year it was. Here are the top 10 news stories, plus honorable mentions.

Outside Liberal Groups Outspent GOP 10-1 Yet Van Orden Still Won

Democrat Rebecca Cooke still lost to western Wisconsin Rep. Derrick Van Orden.

Effort To Map Bottom of Great Lakes Part of Climate Change Mitigation Effort

"More is known about the surface of the moon and Mars than the bottom of the Great Lakes," says project leader.

GOP Launching ‘Milwaukee Accountability Committee’

There's DOGE, GOAT and now MAC, all promising improved government.

Why People Live Longer in Some States

The differences between Wisconsin and states like Mississippi.