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Ron Johnson Calls on GOP to Set Aside ‘Squabbles’ on Abortion
Republicans at annual convention endorse Hovde, worry about new legislative maps.
May 20th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Assembly Democratic Leader Says Party Can Win Majority
Greta Neubauer says Democrats will spend big in fall election for newly-drawn districts.
May 19th, 2024 by Robert D'Andrea
How Wisconsin Prevents Noncitizen Voting
The practice is rare — and illegal — but has received increased attention since 2020.
May 17th, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Vice President Kamala Harris Promotes Economic Agenda in Milwaukee Visit
Harris joins entertainer D.L. Hughley for her nationwide "Economic Opportunity Tour" in the lead up to the presidential election.
May 16th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Biden Courts Black Voters in Milwaukee Radio Interview
Biden's interview with Sherwin Hughes is example of importance of Black vote.
May 16th, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Why Are Wisconsin Republicans So Hostile to Ukraine?
All 5 of state's remaining Republican House members voted against aid to Ukraine.
May 15th, 2024 by Bruce Thompson
Former US Rep. Mike Gallagher Takes Job With TitletownTech
Hired by Packers-Microsoft venture capital firm just weeks after leaving office.
May 14th, 2024 by Joe Schulz
The Economy Is Top Issue for Wisconsin Voters, Poll Shows
And most have a negative view, despite strong post-pandemic recovery.
May 13th, 2024 by Joe Schulz
Judge Throws Out Lawsuit Challenging Absentee Ballot Requirements
Now-dismissed lawsuit is just one of many concerning absentee ballots and their handling.
May 10th, 2024 by Sarah Lehr
Latest Polling Shows Baldwin Leading Hovde
A Quinnipiac poll shows Baldwin leading Hovde by 12 points among registered voters
May 10th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Biden Hails ‘Transformative’ Microsoft Project in Mount Pleasant
President visited Racine to tout $3.3 billion project, slam Foxconn failure.
May 8th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Biden Broadband Funding Helps Underserved Communities
But FCC proposal to ban bulk billing could seriously hinder the progress made.
May 8th, 2024 by State Rep. Kalan R. Haywood
Which Party Is Better For The Economy?
Data shows a clear difference going back a century, including Biden and Trump.
May 8th, 2024 by Bruce Thompson
Microsoft’s Wisconsin Data Center Now A $3.3 Billion Project
Will create 2,000 jobs. And Microsoft will establish AI Institute at UWM.
May 8th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
President Joe Biden Will Visit Racine Next Week, His Fourth Trip To Wisconsin In 2024
Biden is expected to tout his "Investing in America" agenda
May 3rd, 2024 by Evan Casey
Former Milwaukee Election Official Gets 1-Year Probation For Sending Fake Ballots
Kimberly Zapata will also pay $3K in fines and complete 120 hours of community service.
May 3rd, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Cudahy Nature Preserve Receives Old-Growth Forest Designation
Nature preserve recognized by national network of old-growth forests.
May 2nd, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Milwaukee Vegan Cafe Owner Appears With Trump, Assails Migrants
Trump vows to eat at cafe, though he's not 'into that vegan stuff.' It opened under Biden.
May 1st, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Trump Blasts Biden’s Economic Record in Waukesha Visit
Former president rallied in Wisconsin during a break from his criminal trial in New York.
May 1st, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Union Backers of Biden Draw Contrasts Ahead of Trump’s Waukesha Visit
The message: 'Trump Failed' and 'Biden Delivered.'
May 1st, 2024 by Erik Gunn
Activists Demand Robert Spindell’s Removal From Elections Commission
One of 10 fake electors, he also backed suppression of minority vote in Milwaukee.
May 1st, 2024 by Isiah Holmes
Campaigns Will Spend ‘Hundreds of Millions’ in Wisconsin, Party Chairs Say
Republican chair pledges to use all tactics that are legal, including early voting.
Apr 28th, 2024 by Robert D'Andrea
County Executive, Mayor Meet With Inmates to Discuss Second Chances
Crowley and Johnson were joined by Chief Judge Carl Ashley at Community Reintegration Center.
Apr 26th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Two Wisconsin Lawmakers Push “Right To Contraception” At State and Federal Levels
Congresswoman Gwen Moore and Rep. Lisa Subeck say protection would ensure personal autonomy.
Apr 25th, 2024 by Baylor Spears
Biden Announces Milwaukee As New “Workforce Hub” For Lead Pipe Removal
Contractor capacity has long been issue limiting ability to remove lead pipes.
Apr 25th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Public Hearing Considers New Rule for Election Observers
State elections commission consulted local election clerks, poll workers, political parties.
Apr 24th, 2024 by Henry Redman
State Voters’ Views on Immigration Have Changed, Poll Shows
Fewer Wisconsinites favor path to citizenship while support for deportation is up.
Apr 21st, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Local Officials Praise Federal Investment in Affordable Housing
Mayor, county executive and Biden administration official tout housing program.
Apr 21st, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Federal Grant Would Pay For Century City Small Business Hub
Northwest Side CDC would build accelerator for small businesses on former A.O. Smith parking lot.
Apr 19th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Trump, Baldwin Narrowly Ahead In Marquette Poll of State
7 months before election Baldwin leads Hovde by 5 points, Trump leads Biden by 2 points.
Apr 17th, 2024 by Shawn Johnson
Mayor Backs Boulevard To Replace I-794 Downtown
'We should be thinking about the city we want in the future, 30 years from now.'
Apr 16th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin Elections Chief Meagan Wolfe Gets Increased Security
Election workers have faced threats. Trump claimed Wolfe would 'try to steal' election.
Apr 16th, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Committee Blocks $258 Million Home Health Care Pay Plan
Providers fear losing workers, while others fear providers themselves will drop out.
Apr 11th, 2024 by Erik Gunn
Trump Endorses Former Gas Station Owner for 8th Congressional District
Trump calls on Republican state Sen. Roger Roth to drop out of race for open seat.
Apr 10th, 2024 by Baylor Spears
Police Officer Who Survived Jan. 6 Has a Warning for America
Michael Fanone was beaten, tortured by rioters, had a heart attack and concussion.
Apr 10th, 2024 by Erik Gunn
Was Wisconsin’s Presidential Primary a ‘Huge Success’ For Trump?
So claims Republican fundraising emails. Let's consider the data.
Apr 10th, 2024 by Bruce Thompson
Eric Hovde Says Most Nursing Home Residents Not ‘At a Point to Vote’
GOP senate candidate echoes Trump's unproven claim of 'crooked' votes in 2020 election.
Apr 10th, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk
President Biden Unveils Student Loan Forgiveness Plan in Madison
His second Wisconsin visit in recent weeks. Plan lowers costs for 25 million borrowers.
Apr 8th, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Claire Woodall’s Plan to Restore Trust in Milwaukee’s Election Process
City's top election official adds 26-point checklist to ensure integrity of ballot counting.
Apr 8th, 2024 by Alexander Shur
Voters Throw Shade on Biden, Trump
Nearly 180,000 primary voters refused to vote for either. What's does that mean for Wisconsin?
Apr 8th, 2024 by Steven Walters
OB-GYN Dr. Kristin Lyerly Enters Race for 8th Congressional District
Democrat running in open seat held by retiring Republican Mike Gallagher.
Apr 7th, 2024 by Baylor Spears
Crunching the Data on Spring Election
Which Milwaukee voters supported Biden, Trump, MPS referendum and City Attorney Tearman Spencer?
Apr 3rd, 2024 by John D. Johnson
Evers Urges State Supreme Court to Allow Absentee Ballot Drop Boxes
Governor's legal brief calls on court to reverse ruling by prior conservative majority.
Apr 3rd, 2024 by Erik Gunn
Biden, Trump Easily Win Wisconsin Primaries
But protest votes hint at challenges for both in November.
Apr 2nd, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Trump Pushes Election Lie in Wisconsin
Does interview on WISN radio ahead of election day appearance in Green Bay.
Apr 2nd, 2024 by WPR Staff
Sarah Godlewski’s Struggle for Democracy
Seeking student workers to help understaffed election clerks, despite Republican opposition.
Apr 1st, 2024 by Ruth Conniff
Baldwin and Hovde Using Drastically Different Strategies To Win Votes
Baldwin goes "hyper local," while Hovde pushes national issues.
Mar 29th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Granholm Touts ‘Investing In America’ Initiative On Milwaukee Visit
Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm cites impact on Milwaukee, three area companies.
Mar 28th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Rep. Shankland Sells Her Record in 3rd Congressional District Race
Democratic legislator seeks to beat Republican U.S. Rep. Derrick Van Orden.
Mar 26th, 2024 by Henry Redman
Rebecca Cooke Believes She Can Turn 3rd Congressional District Blue
Pitting working class, dairy farm background against Republican Rep. Derrick Van Orden.
Mar 25th, 2024 by Henry Redman
Vos Says Recall Effort ‘Plagued With Fraud and Criminality’
Assembly Speaker also claims recall can't happen because state Supreme Court struck down GOP-drawn legislative maps
Mar 21st, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Democratic Proposal Would Bar Fake Electors From Serving As Election Officials
The legislation would disqualify Bob Spindell from his seat on the Wisconsin Elections Commission
Mar 21st, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Robin Vos Calls Recall Organizers ‘Whack Jobs’ and ‘Morons’
Assembly Speaker plans to challenge the recall petitions filed against him.
Mar 20th, 2024 by Shawn Johnson
Trial Underway for Former Milwaukee Official Charged With Election Fraud
Opening statements were Monday for trial of Kimberly Zapata.
Mar 19th, 2024 by Evan Casey
RNC Closed Hispanic Center in Milwaukee
Closed in 2022, hasn't reopened since. Republicans closing centers focused on minority voters across the U.S.
Mar 18th, 2024 by Evan Casey
County Gets $2 Million Federal Funding for Affordable Housing
Funding included in congressional earmarks for latest appropriations bill.
Mar 16th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Biden Promotes ‘Life-Changing Improvements’ in Milwaukee Visit
Speech at Pieper Hillside Boys & Girls Club promotes effort to rebuild 6th Street.
Mar 13th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
About That Recall Effort Against Robin Vos
The campaign by Vos haters is anti-democratic. Here's why.
Mar 13th, 2024 by Bruce Thompson
Milwaukee Wins $36 Million To Rebuild Key Street
Grant will overhaul 6th Street through heart of city.
Mar 12th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Biden Visiting Milwaukee Wednesday, Staying Overnight
Perhaps to tout a federal Reconnecting Communities grant award for Milwaukee.
Mar 11th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
‘Recall Vos’ Organizers Deliver Signatures in Bid to Remove Assembly Speaker
7,000 signatures needed, conservative activists say they have 11,000 to recall Robin Vos.
Mar 11th, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Van Orden Yells ‘Lies’ at Biden During State of the Union
It's another outburst by controversial GOP congressman from western Wisconsin.
Mar 9th, 2024 by Henry Redman
Vos Recall Organizers Face Pivotal Deadline
Conservatives hoping to oust Wisconsin's longest serving Assembly Speaker need nearly 7,000 signatures
Mar 8th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Documents Suggest Trump Fake Elector Scheme Originated In Wisconsin
Emails and text messages between Wisconsin natives Troupis and Chesebro give far more insight into scheme that culminated in deadly Jan. 6 riot
Mar 8th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
VP Harris Announces Apprenticeship Program During Madison Visit
Kamala Harris has already been to Wisconsin twice this year.
Mar 7th, 2024 by Robert D'Andrea
Wisconsin Lawsuits to Kick Trump Off Ballot Dismissed
US Supreme Court ruling declared states lack authority to disqualify Trump.
Mar 5th, 2024 by Sarah Lehr
Huge Turnout Supports Israel-Gaza Ceasefire Resolution
But committee rejects language accusing Israel of 'genocide' and can't agree on resolution.
Mar 5th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Troupis, Chesebro Reach Settlements in Wisconsin False Electors Lawsuit
GOP attorneys promise to never do it again. A trove of documents reveal how they did it.
Mar 5th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
At Waukesha Visit, Jill Biden Calls Trump ‘Dangerous to Women’
First Lady discussed abortion rights on her fourth visit to the state since August.
Mar 4th, 2024 by Evan Casey
Republicans Appeal Court Order Protecting Top State Election Official
Dane County judge ruled that GOP legislators can't remove Meagan Wolfe from office.
Feb 27th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Democrats Optimistic About New Voting Maps
'This is a sea change in Wisconsin politics.'
Feb 27th, 2024 by Ruth Conniff
Can Hovde Beat Baldwin?
Polls suggest Tammy Baldwin is beatable. But Hovde seems to be floundering for a way to do it.
Feb 26th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
How Healthy Is The Wisconsin Economy?
Poll reveals Republicans higher on Wisconsin than U.S., but what do economic indicators say?
Feb 21st, 2024 by Bruce Thompson
Frustrated Gallagher Ends Congressional ‘Deployment’
Military veteran Mike Gallagher won't run for reelection after attempting to fix dysfunction.
Feb 19th, 2024 by Steven Walters
Former Wisconsin GOP Chair Said He Feared Trump Supporters During Fake Elector Scheme
Andrew Hitt told CBS's 60 Minutes that he would have been 'scared to death' if he was the reason Trump lost Wisconsin
Feb 19th, 2024 by Robert D'Andrea
Who Will Run For Gallagher’s Congressional Seat?
Big name Republicans -- and some Democrats -- may run for position.
Feb 13th, 2024 by Joe Schulz
Green Party Candidate Will Be On Wisconsin’s Presidential Ballot
Democrats fear a loss of votes that could defeat President Joe Biden.
Feb 10th, 2024 by Robert D'Andrea
New Call For Bob Spindell To Resign Elections Post
Spindell, a fake elector participant, says he has done more for Black community than any white Republican.
Feb 9th, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Even Republicans Praise Tammy Baldwin
Democrat’s ability to court rural vote wins grudging respect — and fear.
Feb 8th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Trump, Biden Tied in Wisconsin
Marquette poll finds neck-and-neck race nine months before election.
Feb 7th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Mike Gallagher’s Profile In Courage
Republican Wisconsin congressman's vote against impeachment causes furor.
Feb 7th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Milwaukee Officials, Climate Advocates Praise Clean Energy Projects
Biden's $2.55 billion Clean Energy Plan funding projects in Wisconsin.
Feb 6th, 2024 by Isiah Holmes
Wisconsin Supreme Court Allows Biden Challenger To Appear on Ballot
Congressman Dean Phillips, a Minnesota Democrat, will appear against Biden in April primary.
Feb 2nd, 2024 by Henry Redman
DOJ Lawyers Say Dean Phillips Waited Too Long To Appear on Presidential Ballot
Phillips wants the Wisconsin Supreme Court to rule that the Democratic Party abused its power by keeping him off the ballot.
Feb 1st, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Judge Rules Absentee Ballots With Incomplete Witness Address Must Be Counted
Attorney for Republican-controlled Legislature to appeal Dane County Court ruling.
Jan 31st, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Treasury Secretary Sells Bidenomics in Milwaukee
Janet Yellen highlights grant for local agency, touts Biden's impact on jobs, economy.
Jan 29th, 2024 by Erik Gunn
State Hits Record ACA Health Insurance Enrollment
226,000 enrollments, up from 221,128 last year. Nationally a record 21.3 million enrolled.
Jan 28th, 2024 by Erik Gunn
President Joe Biden Touts Infrastructure Investments in Wisconsin
President joined by governors, senators from Wisconsin and Minnesota in visit to Superior.
Jan 25th, 2024 by Danielle Kaeding
Kamala Harris Comes To Waukesha
The first stop on vice-president's 'Fight for Reproductive Freedoms' tour is a speech in Waukesha County.
Jan 23rd, 2024 by Evan Casey
Supervisors Push Israel-Gaza Ceasefire Resolution
Led by Sup. Ryan Clancy, four supervisors want board to take vote on foreign policy.
Jan 23rd, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
WEC Leader Urges 2024 Candidates ‘Tell the Truth’ About Elections
Meagan Wolfe says false claims make it hard for Elections Commission to do its job.
Jan 22nd, 2024 by Henry Redman
Effort To Impeach State Elections Chief Stifled By Assembly
Trump ally, Rep. Janet Brandtjen shouted repeatedly for recognition, ruled out of order.
Jan 17th, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Local Leaders Oppose Federal Grant for Pelican River Forest Conservation
Northern Wisconsin counties push to revoke grant for largest such project in state history.
Jan 14th, 2024 by Danielle Kaeding
The Herb Kohl Way
"Living a life full of good deeds and service.' Hundreds gathered to honor US Senator and Bucks owner.
Jan 13th, 2024 by Evan Casey
Wisconsin Lawmakers Call for Gaza-Israel Ceasefire
Nationwide, about 180 state and local officials have signed on to a letter to the Biden administration organized by Jewish Voice for Peace
Jan 12th, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Conservative Activists Target Assembly Speaker Vos With Recall
Racine County representative faces recall for not backing Trump's theories, impeaching Wolfe.
Jan 11th, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk
2024 Political Calendar Is Jam Packed
Lots of deadlines and dates culminating in presidential election where Wisconsin's vote could be crucial.
Jan 8th, 2024 by Steven Walters
3 Years After Jan. 6 Insurrection Where Do Wisconsin Cases Stand?
Nearly a dozen state residents were charged in connection with attack on US Capitol.
Jan 7th, 2024 by Sarah Lehr
Brewery Owner Sues To Have Trump Tossed From Wisconsin Ballot
Kirk Bangstad's lawsuit comes after Election Commission denied his challenge.
Jan 5th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Evers Willing To Compromise With Republicans On Marijuana
But governor says that compromise depends on outcome of legislative maps process.
Jan 5th, 2024 by Shawn Johnson
