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Trump Says $22.6 Million in Disaster Aid Coming to Wisconsin

President says he told U.S. Rep Tom Tiffany about it. Gov Evers seems skeptical.

Wisconsin to Cut FoodShare, Medicaid for Thousands of Refugees

New rules required by Trump administration target 7,200 legally present immigrants in state.

WisGOP Statement on RNC Midterm Convention

Baldwin Calls for Investigation Into USPS Delays During Wisconsins Spring Election

Baldwin: “If the election mail delays that we saw this spring are not addressed, they are likely to disenfranchise an even greater number of voters during the fall elections”

Joel Brennan Will Be Ready on Day One To Be Governor

'He's the hardest worker I know,' says Tom Barrett, 'and running for all the right reasons.'

National Democratic Group Will Target 9 Wisconsin Legislative Seats

DLCC will help Democratic candidates with fundraising, research, polling and more.

ICE Ramps Up Arrests in Milwaukee

Sending shock waves through immigrant neighborhoods. Biggest effort in city under Trump?

Statement on SCOTUS Birthright Citizenship Ruling

Sen. Tammy Baldwin Pushes for Return of LGBTQ+ Option on 988 Hotline

Tours 988 call center in Green Bay, notes rising demand, calls on Trump to revive program.

Federal Appeals Court Again Rejects U.S. DOJ on Wisconsin Voter Rolls

Trump Administration wanted speedy resolution of suit, federal court says no.

Could E15 Biofuel Give Wisconsin Corn A Big Boost?

National shift to year-round 15% ethanol could help growers, but maybe not motorists.

Crowley Courts Wisconsin Voters With Milwaukee Lessons And Union Jobs Pitch

After dozens of forums statewide, he says what works in Milwaukee can lift every town, village and city in Wisconsin alike.

Wisconsin DOJ and Coalition Block Trump Administration From Exerting Federal Control Over Elections

Will Congress’ Big Housing Bill Really Help Wisconsin’s Shortage?

State needs up to 140,000 new homes by 2030, but analysts see only incremental gains from the bill.

Low SNAP Error Rate Helps Wisconsin Dodge New Federal Penalties

Staying under a 6% error threshold means the state avoids sharing FoodShare costs with Washington, for now.

Baldwin, Colleagues Demand USPS Abandon Effort to Carry Out Trump’s Illegal Executive Order Restricting Vote by Mail

Over 500,000 Wisconsinites voted by mail in the 2024 Election

How Wisconsin Plans To Protect Ballots Amid New Trump-Era Pressures

From possible ballot seizures to mail delays, elections officials say planning and lawsuits are ready to go in minutes, not hours.

Gov. Evers Announces Wisconsin Taxpayers Will Avoid Paying $205 Million in Potential Penalty Fees Next Year

Months after Gov. Evers fought to secure more FoodShare support, new data show Wisconsin will be among just nine states to avoid paying penalty fees to Trump Administration in 2027

Gov. Evers Urges Bipartisan Opposition to Trump Budget Proposals to Gut Funding That Supports Wisconsin’s Workforce, K-12 Schools, and Higher Education Institutions in the State

Axed by Trump Administration, Now Named AmeriCorps Member of the Year

Fire prevention work at Lake Superior reserve has changed Wisconsin native Callie Grones.

What Does Hughes Quitting Tell Us About Governor’s Race?

A top tier of liberal candidates emerging. Will there be more Democratic dropouts?

Democratic Governor Candidates Address Criminal Justice, Inequality

WISDOM forum provides chance for in-depth answers by candidates.

Wisconsin Democrats on Anniversary of Dobbs Decision

In Lead Up to Anniversary of Roe Being Overturned, Baldwin Leads Bills to Expand Access to Abortion Care

State Sen. Kelda Roys Hopes to Shake Up Democratic Governor Race

'I have by far the most experience in and around state government.'

Wisconsin Elections Chair Pushes Milwaukee to Destroy 2020 Ballots

FBI could demand ballots it did in Georgia. 'No one is entitled to see those ballots,' Millis says

Race for Wisconsin Attorney General Could Be Very Close. Again

Rematch of Eric Toney against incumbent Democrat Josh Kaul will be hard fought.

Gov. Evers Requests Small Business Administration Rapid Disaster Declaration for Wisconsin Communities Affected by Severe Weather

Governor requests disaster assistance for Marathon, Rock, Vernon, and Waupaca Counties based on damage assessments, unlocking assistance for over 20 counties across the state

Gov. Evers Urges Bipartisan Opposition to Trump Budget Proposals That Jeopardize Protections for Natural Resources, Efforts to Bolster 21st-Century Infrastructure, and Critical Disaster Response Needs in Wisconsin

Muslim Community Celebrates Sarsour’s Freedom

Salah Sarsour home after 80 days in federal custody. Judge found evidence he was targeted for political speech.

In Battleground 3rd District, Democratic Hopefuls Agree On GOP Failures, Not Tactics

The Platteville forum underscored a choice between bold pledges and incremental wins for House Democrats.

In Eau Claire, Wisconsin Democrats Call Out Tom Tiffany’s Affordability Crisis

Evers Raises Juneteenth Flag In Final Year As Governor

Capitol ceremony marks progress, ongoing struggle and honors the late Michael Johnson.

Minocqua Brewing Sues Wisconsin Over Seizure Of 1,200 Beer Cans

Kirk Bangstad alleges unfair treatment and $25,000 in damages after DOR tax dispute.

Both Ron Johnson and Tammy Baldwin Uneasy About Deal To End Iran War

After calling on Trump to finish the job, Johnson says ‘I don’t like the outcome here.’ Baldwin says the president ‘has not reached a deal.’

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.