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Do Democratic Candidates Need to Be More Moderate?

Experts argue it will take a Democrat like Tony Evers to win the state.

Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin Will Resume Abortions

Abortion services were paused due to President Trump's Medicaid cuts.

Pocan Joins MSNBC to Discuss How Trumps Tariff Taxes Are Hurting Farmers

Can Wisconsin Republicans Retain Youth Vote in 2026 Election?

Charlie Kirk and Turning Point USA helped GOP lose fewer young voters in 2024.

Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin Announces Resumption of Abortion Care

Healthcare Premiums for Wisconsinites to Skyrocket in 2026 Because Republicans Refuse to Extend Health Care Tax Credits

Johnson, Baldwin Split on Trump’s Pick for Appeals Court Judge

U.S. Senate ready to approve Milwaukee prosecutor Rebecca Taibleson for position.

Wisconsin Residents Running Out of Time to Get Solar Tax Credits 

Trump administration is ending tax breaks on solar panels and electric vehicles.

County Can’t Afford Disaster Recovery

County officials were already cutting the 2026 budget when feds denied disaster aid.

Justice Crawford Recuses From Gableman Proceedings

Liberal justice’s recusal leaves court evenly divided on whether to suspend Gableman's law license over 2020 election investigation.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Statement on Denial of Request for FEMA Public Assistance

Trump Administration Denies Federal Disaster Request for Communities Impacted by August Severe Weather, Gov. Evers to Appeal Decision to Ensure Communities Get the Support they Need

Baldwin Supports Legislation to Pay All Federal Employees During Shutdown

Today, Senate Republicans blocked Baldwin-backed bill to pay all federal employees, servicemembers, and federal contractors

ChatGPT Maker, Oracle Are Tenants of $15 Billion Port Washington Data Center

Developer, partners reveal new details about proposal.

Baldwin Opposes Trumps Pick for the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals

Hunger Task Force Prepares for Lapse in Federal Food Assistance

Food bank stocking up as federal funding halted because of shutdown.

Rep. Van Orden Stands By as Trump’s Shutdown Steals Meals from Families He Represents

Gov. Evers Delivers Weekly Radio Address Urging President Trump and Republicans to End Federal Government Shutdown, Protect Access to Basic Necessities for Kids, Families, and Seniors like Food and Groceries

Governor warns Wisconsin FoodShare Program to run out of funding in eight days as Republicans' federal government shutdown continues

Dodge County Sheriff Transports Migrants To and From Chicago ICE Facility

Critics say it's part of a 'shell game' to hide migrants from lawyers and family.

Baldwin Leads Colleagues Calling Out Trumps Unnecessary Mass Firing at Dept. of Education That Will Harm Students Nationwide

Tariffs on Wood Products Not Helping Wisconsin Producers

Saw mills, flooring mills in state going out of business. Furniture makers hurting.

AG Kaul and Coalition File Amicus Brief in Supreme Court of the United States Opposing President Trumps Attempt to Unlawfully Deploy National Guard in Chicago

Wisconsin DOJ Appeals Court Ruling Creating New Barrier for Voting

Thousands of voters could be barred from polls. DOJ urges quick action by appeals court.

DVO’s Woes: Outbursts, Empty Bills, and Plummeting Poll Numbers

Last Friday, in the midst of the government shutdown, WI-03 Rep. Derrick Van introduced a bill to award Trump with the Congressional Gold Medal. On Monday, in a toss-up district, polling numbers came out revealing that only 36% of his constituents believe he is doing enough to end the shutdown.

How Popular Is the Affordable Care Act?

Huge change since 2017, now very popular with voters. A big issue in government shutdown.

Thousands of Wisconsinites Protest Trump Administration at ‘No Kings’ Rallies

The nationwide rally included dozens of protest events in all parts of Wisconsin.

One Alderman’s Quest To Defund The Streetcar

Ald. Scott Spiker wants city to hop off The Hop.

Wisconsin Health Officials Urge Respiratory Illness Vaccination

The plea comes as some face roadblocks and confusion to get the COVID-19 shot amid federal changes.

Trump’s $100,000 H-1B Fee Raises Legal Questions, Could Negatively Impact Wisconsin Businesses

More than 350 employers in Wisconsin use program to hire skilled workers.

Senate Approves School Cellphone Ban

Senate also passes bill require insurance coverage of breast cancer screenings.

Assembly Passes Several Public Safety Bills

Democrats largely supported GOP bills, but offered doomed amendments.

Hundreds in St. Francis Take Part in Charlie Kirk’s National Day of Remembrance

Republican Party of Milwaukee County hosts memorial event on Kirk's birthday.

Gov. Evers Urges Trump Administration Not to Terminate $1.5 Billion in Funding Awarded to Wisconsin Companies and Organizations for Energy Projects

Governor warns Trump Administration that rolling back already-approved awards at a time of record-high energy demand and rising costs would be reckless

Sen. Johnson Joins Sen. Grassley in Demanding Federal Entities, Telecommunications Companies Turn Over Records Provided to Jack Smith

State Senate Republicans Finally Show Up for Work, But Still Arent Getting the Job Done

Federal Shutdown Delays Potential Soybean Farmer Bailout

But do farmers want it? "It's kind of like putting a Band-aid on a gunshot wound," says association leader.

Wisconsin Could Lose $130 Million In Energy-Related Grants Under Trump Admin Cuts

Largest items on chopping block are rural grid improvements and a power storage system.

Joint Statement of 22 Attorneys General Condemning Retaliatory Prosecution of New York State Attorney General Letitia James

Despite Conservative Backlash, Trump’s Wisconsin Judicial Pick Wins Key Endorsement

Assistant U.S. Attorney Rebecca Taibleson's nomination to the 7th Circuit will next go before the full Senate.

Attorney General Kaul Joins Amicus Brief Against President Trumps National Guard Deployment to Oregon

Bill Would Restrict Credit Card Campaign Contributions

State legislation would prohibit campaigns from accepting online contributions without verification code, U.S. address.

Senator Baldwin Releases Statement on Israel-Hamas Peace Agreement

The Irony of the Government Shutdown

States that overwhelmingly backed Donald Trump now stand to lose the most in ACA subsidy battle.

FBI Obtained Ron Johnson’s Phone Records During Jan. 6 Investigation

Johnson was involved in attempt to get slate of false electors to then-VP Mike Pence.

Waukesha County Judge Orders Citizenship Check of Wisconsin Voter Rolls, DOJ Appeals

Judge partially halts order with Monday afternoon ruling.

Assembly Speaker Robin Vos Still Weighing Whether To Run For Reelection

Vos has been speaker since 2012.

Kwik Trip Eliminates the Penny

Stores will start rounding cash transactions down to the nearest five cents.

Sen. Carpenter statement on removal from committee assignment

Republicans are afraid of open debate

“Not Worthy of the Uniform,” Wisconsin Radio Rips Rep. Van Orden for Attacking Military Generals

Pocan, Huffman, Jayapal to Lead Letter to Trump Slamming Executive Order Targeting Protected Speech

Rep. Fitzgerald & Wisconsin House Republicans Urge Governor Evers to Submit Wisconsin’s Application for the Rural Health Transformation Program

New COVID-19 Vaccines Becoming Widely Available in Wisconsin

More health systems ramping up access to latest vaccine.

ICE Seeks Downtown Milwaukee Office To Go With New Field Facility

Nationwide leasing push comes after One Big Beautiful Bill provided agency with billions.

FEMA Assistance Pop-Ups Coming to Milwaukee County

FEMA teams will set up short term sites to help residents apply for assistance.

Tom Tiffany Snagging Support of Right-Wing Billionaires, Special Interests, and Ethically Challenged Political Operatives in Gubernatorial BID

Small Business Owners, Employees Express Concerns About Surging Health Care Costs

During Sen. Baldwin's roundtables, individuals discuss their experience with ACA subsidies.

DNC Slams Wisconsin Republicans for Shutting the Government Down Instead of Protecting Wisconsinites Health Care

New Marquette Law School National Survey Finds Large Majority Think Political Violence is a Big Problem, But With Sharp Partisan Differences

Americans are overall pessimistic on reducing intense political conflict; half of those polled say heated language by leaders makes violence more likely

Senator Baldwin Releases Statement as Republicans Put Government on Collision Course for Shutdown

Gov. Evers Celebrates Work to Lower Out-of-Pocket Costs for Working Families as Sales Tax on Residential Utility Bills Ends

Gov. Evers’ plan to lower energy bill costs will save Wisconsin households more than $178 million over the next two years

Wisconsin Approves First Large-Scale Wind Project In More Than A Decade

Large solar project near Whitewater also approved.

As Wisconsinites Struggle to Afford Utility Bills, Trump Sells Out Public Lands and Public Health to Costly Coal

Former WEDC CEO Missy Hughes Enters Race For Governor

Hughes says her experience makes her different than other candidates.

Referee Recommends Michael Gableman Lose License For 3 Years

Report outlines 10 ethics violations against former Supreme Court justice.

Following Social Media Discoveries, Republican Ends Campaign For Governor

Bill Berrien's decision comes days after news surfaced that he followed authors of sexually explicit essays.

Law Forward’s Jeff Mandell Calls for the Revocation of Michael Gableman’s Law License

Mandell: “We believe a three-year suspension is not enough. Mr. Gableman deserves to have his license revoked for this conduct. Anything less minimizes the gravity of his offensive behavior and lacks deterrent effect.”

Wisconsin Supreme Court Requests Briefs On Whether Redistricting Lawsuits Should Continue

Liberal firms argue state law requires justices to appoint judicial panel to hear redistricting cases.

Planned Parenthood To Pause Abortions in Wisconsin

Clinics will remain open for other reproductive services.

Tiffany Makes His Pitch During First Gubernatorial Campaign Event

Congressman says he is already 'the leader' in the race.

State Legislators At Odds on Election Bills

But committee leaders promise 'civil conversations' in effort to meet 'the moment.'

Only One Wisconsin Community Applies To Join ICE Program

Village would see its police officers become authorized immigration agents.

Sen. Roys: “Anti-abortion Politicians Make Our Loved Ones Less Safe, Less Free, and Less Prosperous”

Republican Rep. Scott Krug Seeks Compromise on State Election Policies

Veteran lawmaker hopes to quiet the conspiracy theories and rebuild public faith.

Rep. Fitzgerald Statement on Trump Administration’s Reforms to the H-1B Program to Protect American Workers

The Bizarre Campaign of Bill Berrien

His passion for porno is just the latest issue undermining his run for governor.

US Rep. Tom Tiffany Will Run for Wisconsin Governor

After months of teasing run, Republican makes official entrance into 2026 campaign.

Ten Terrible Things About Tom Tiffany

‘Tom Tiffany Can Run for Governor, But He Can’t Hide From His Record’

Wisconsinites Dealing With Autism Find Trump-Kennedy Views Harmful

They're telling Americans 'things we know are not true.'

WisDems Chair, Northwest Wisconsin Leaders Respond to Tom Tiffany’s Gubernatorial Campaign Announcement

Disaster Centers Will Help With Applications for Federal Funding

One center in Milwaukee, one in Wauwatosa. Deadline for applications is Nov. 12.

Robin Vos Supports Home Security for Legislators, Justices

But GOP Assembly speaker opposes turning state Capitol into 'armed fortress.'

Only Alternative to Political Violence Is Civil Dialogue, UW Experts Say

Two centers at the Universities of Wisconsin trying to prevent political extremism.

Wisconsin ICE Arrests Up 20%

Neighboring states have seen far bigger hikes, up 293% in Iowa.

Hannah Dugan Jurors Will Be Asked About Politics, News Sources

Case against Milwaukee judge has become partisan, politicized issue.

New Solar Project Reduces County’s Carbon Footprint

County officials tour modest renewable energy investment as Trump administration attacks wind, solar.

Dnc Chair Slams Wisconsin Republicans for Voting to Raise Health Care Premiums by 75% for Over 300,000 Wisconsinites

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Statement on Republican Government Funding Package

Rep. Fitzgerald Statement on Passage of Short-Term Government Funding Extension

Baldwin’s Bipartisan Bill to Combat Fentanyl Crisis and Support First Responders Heads to President’s Desk

Baldwin’s Safe Response Act garnered support from local, state, and national public safety leaders and organizations

The Rise and Fall of Affordable Care

After tremendous progress the Big Beautiful Bill could slash number covered.

Gov. Evers Joins Coalition of Governors Urging Congress to Keep Healthcare Affordable by Extending ACA’s Enhanced Premium Tax Credits

In a joint letter to U.S. congressional leadership, coalition of 18 governors highlight importance of extending tax credits provided by the Affordable Care Act to help keep premiums low and provide stability for millions of working families

Baldwin, Murkowski Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Put 988 Crisis Line for LGBTQ+ Youth Into Law

Legislation comes after the Trump Administration shut down specialized services in July despite widespread success in helping youth in crisis

After Trouble With Trump, Kim Sajet Embraces Milwaukee Art Museum

'What I particularly love about it is that it’s international.'

MCTS Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month With Bus Wrap

New Hispanic Heritage bus went into service Monday.

Proposed Wisconsin Bill Adopts Official Definition of Antisemitism

Critics argue the definition could be used to target anti-Israel speech.

Kelda Roys Joins Growing Democratic Primary for WI Governor

Madison state senator promises to 'protect' the state from Republican 'attacks.'

Gov. Evers Sends Letter Urging Congress to Reject President Trump’s Reckless Cuts to Programs That Lower Costs for Working Families, Support Affordable Housing, Invest in Local Communities

Governor warns Wisconsin Congressional delegation that President Trump’s budget will gut programs aimed at lowering energy bills, improving access to affordable housing, and investing in local community and economic development

How to Apply for Flood-Related Disaster Relief

President recently approved $29.8 million for individual assistance.

Wisconsin to Receive $29.8 Million in Federal Funding for Flood Recovery Aid (How To Apply)

Assembly Passes Bills to Restrict Pride Flags

Republicans also approved bills to require state employees work in-person 80% of the time, restrict Medicaid access for undocumented.