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Trump’s EPA Says It Will Save Drivers Money. Wisconsin Experts See A Different Bill
Agency touts $1.3 trillion in savings as analysts project billions in added fuel and health costs here.
Feb 13th, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding
UW-Madison Saw 17% Cut to Federal Research Funds Under Trump
Outgoing Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin said federal research cut by $27 million in 2025.
Feb 10th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Wisconsin’s State Legislative Races Heating Up
Democrats have more cash in Senate races, Republicans far more in Assembly contests.
Feb 4th, 2026 by Baylor Spears
Court Rules Trump Can’t Block EV Charging Funding, Preserving $62 Million in Wisconsin
''What the Trump administration did violates the law,' Attorney General Kaul says.
Jan 30th, 2026 by Joe Schulz
Wisconsin Joins Minnesota Lawsuit Against ICE
ICE's 'extreme and unlawful conduct is ripping at the fabric of our society.'
Jan 27th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Council Seeks To Levy Big Fines, Up to $50,000, on Problem Landlords
City has shuttered 11 buildings this winter for dangerous emergency violations.
Jan 26th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
US Transportation Dept Drops ICE Cooperation Requirement
Attempt to tie transportation funding to ICE cooperation falls apart in federal court.
Jan 21st, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
AG Kaul Seeks Dismissal of Federal DOJ Voter Data Lawsuit
Wisconsin among 20 states where Trump administration demands sensitive voter data.
Jan 18th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Top 10 Stories of The Year
In an amazingly newsworthy year, what were top state issues?
Dec 29th, 2025 by Steven Walters
Chadha’s Shadow Over Wisconsin’s Legislative Veto
Courts are dismantling veto power. Some legislators still trying to use it.
Dec 25th, 2025 by Bruce Thompson
How Menards’ 11 Percent Rebate Ended in a $4.25 Million Payout
Ten states, led in part by Wisconsin, said the popular promotion blurred the line between instant discounts and mail-in rebates for shoppers.
Dec 18th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Bill to Examine Disappearance, Murders of Black Women Gets Public Hearing
Bill has two Republican co-sponsors. Senate never voted on last effort.
Dec 17th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Gov. Evers Urges Trump to ‘Abandon’ AI Executive Order
Warns that executive order to remove barriers from AI use will make kids 'less safe.'
Dec 17th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Josh Kaul Has Joined 40 Multi-State Suits Against Trump Administration
Wisconsin's Attorney General looks back on a long year of litigation.
Dec 16th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Trump Allies Troupis, Roman Will Stand Trial in False Electors Case
A Dane County judge finds probable cause to proceed with a criminal trial.
Dec 16th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Wisconsin Prosecution of 2020 Election Scheme Continues, Other States Falter
Going after architects of election scheme rather than the 10 fake electors.
Dec 15th, 2025 by Brittany Carloni
Ron Johnson Asks US DOJ to Intervene in Wisconsin False Electors Case
Senator wants charges against Republican Jim Troupis to be dropped.
Dec 13th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Trump Administration Threatens Wisconsin Food Aid
USDA will withhold SNAP funding unless states turn over sensitive applicant data.
Dec 3rd, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
State Sues Over Trump Administration Funding Cuts for Homeless
Kaul joins 19 states in suit. Cuts would leave many homeless in Milwaukee.
Nov 26th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Brad Schimel Named Top Federal Prosecutor for Eastern Wisconsin
Interim appointment by Trump administration sidesteps established process.
Nov 17th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Trump Pardons Wisconsin’s 10 Fake Electors
Full list of 77 includes many who tried to overturn 2020 election.
Nov 10th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
The Imperial Legislature Loses Again
Yet another Wisconsin Supreme Court ruling slaps down legislative overreach.
Nov 9th, 2025 by Bruce Thompson
Judge Rules Trump Administration Must Send Wisconsin $8 Million
Ruling follows April decision by Trump to stop $1 billion in mental health grants over 'diversity, equity and inclusion.'
Oct 30th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
Wisconsin Sues Trump Administration For Food Assistance Cuts
Wisconsin joins two dozen states arguing federal government is violating the law.
Oct 28th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Lawmakers Ask For AG Opinion on Alleged Loophole in Teacher Grooming Cases
Contentious legislative hearing follows news report finding 200 school investigations of sexual misconduct or grooming.
Oct 24th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Republican Eric Toney Running Again for Wisconsin Attorney General
Fond du Lac County district attorney seeks rematch against Democrat Josh Kaul.
Oct 21st, 2025 by Sarah Lehr
Wikler Won’t Run For Governor
Former Wisconsin Democratic Party Chair won't enter open race.
Oct 16th, 2025 by Deneen Smith
Judges, Legislators Consider Changing Wisconsin’s Election Laws
A court ruling could reshape the election-law debate.
Oct 13th, 2025 by Steven Walters
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.
Oct 10th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
WILL Sues Over Plan to Fund Prosecutors in Milwaukee County
State plan diverts funding from school libraries.
Oct 9th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
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.
Oct 7th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
AG Kaul Says He’s Pursuing Reelection, Opts Out of Gubernatorial Race
Prospective Evers replacement opts out of crowded Democratic field.
Oct 7th, 2025 by Erik Gunn
More Names Surface in Governor’s Race
And a new poll suggests another Democrat should consider getting in.
Oct 6th, 2025 by Steven Walters
Former WEDC CEO Missy Hughes Enters Race For Governor
Hughes says her experience makes her different than other candidates.
Sep 29th, 2025 by Shawn Johnson
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.
Sep 26th, 2025 by Shawn Johnson
US Rep. Tom Tiffany Will Run for Wisconsin Governor
After months of teasing run, Republican makes official entrance into 2026 campaign.
Sep 23rd, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Kelda Roys Joins Growing Democratic Primary for WI Governor
Madison state senator promises to 'protect' the state from Republican 'attacks.'
Sep 15th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Wisconsin Politicians Condemn Killing of Conservative Activist Charlie Kirk
Republicans, Democrats call for end to political violence.
Sep 11th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Crowley Launches Campaign for Governor
'My story is Wisconsin's story,' County Executive David Crowley declares.
Sep 9th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Court Gives SE Wisconsin a Reprieve on Federal Smog Regulations
December EPA order says failure to meet ozone standards brings health risks.
Sep 9th, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding
Wisconsin Researchers Sound Alarm Over DEI-Related Research Cuts
40 Wisconsin grants have been terminated after US Supreme Court's NIH ruling.
Aug 26th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Dane County Judge Won’t Dismiss Case Against Fake Trump Electors
Kenneth Cheseboro, Jim Troupis, Mike Roman face 11 criminal charges.
Aug 26th, 2025 by Henry Redman
Primaries Let Voters Pick Governor Candidates
How many candidates will run? The list looks long.
Aug 25th, 2025 by Steven Walters
Republican DA Eric Toney Will Head Investigation Of Ballot Box Removal
Wausau mayor removed drop box. Toney previously argued the boxes were illegal.
Aug 18th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Brewers Beer Vendor Will Run for Wisconsin Governor
Ryan Strnad will run as Democrat, pushing support for unions, working class.
Aug 16th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul Joins Crackdown On Robocalls
Americans received about 4.6 billion robocalls per month in 2025.
Aug 11th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Tommy Thompson for Governor?
'Why not?' says former governor, 85. 'My mind is sharp as hell.'
Aug 6th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
The Many Lawsuits of Josh Kaul
29 suits by AG against Trump administration. Will this help or hurt Kaul if he runs for governor?
Aug 4th, 2025 by Steven Walters
Wisconsin Joins Lawsuit Over USDA Demand for State SNAP Data
Suit calls the demand an 'unprecedented' violation of federal privacy laws.
Jul 29th, 2025 by Nick Rommel
Youth Will Be Served in Governor’s Race
A national trend. Next governor could be three decades younger than Tony Evers.
Jul 28th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Why Are Black Women More Likely to be Murdered?
Numbers are shocking. Wisconsin bill would create task force to study issue.
Jul 28th, 2025 by Sarah Lehr
Tony Evers Confirms He Won’t Seek Third Term
First open race for governor since 2010.
Jul 24th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
The Imperial Legislature Loses Again
Three decisions by Wisconsin Supreme Court overrule Republican lame duck laws.
Jul 23rd, 2025 by Bruce Thompson
Wisconsin Joins States Suing Trump For Withholding Education Funds
24 states challenge withdrawal of $6.8 billion just before school year to begin.
Jul 15th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
What’s Next in Legal Fight Over Abortion in Wisconsin?
More issues remain after WI Supreme Court struck down 19th century ban.
Jul 15th, 2025 by Sarah Lehr
Wisconsin Supreme Court Strikes Down 1849 Abortion Ban
Pre-Civil War law was invalidated by later laws, justices find in 4-3 ruling.
Jul 2nd, 2025 by Sarah Lehr
Birthright Citizenship Stands in Wisconsin After Supreme Court Order
Kaul joins other attorney generals in seeking nationwide protection.
Jun 29th, 2025 by Sarah Lehr
Lawmakers Release Funds for Literacy But Delay Much of State Budget
Joint Finance Committee can't decide funding for UW system, Medicaid, child care.
Jun 28th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Wisconsin Supreme Court Overrules Gov. Evers Partial Veto Of Reading Bill
Court rules it was not appropriations bill so Evers couldn't use partial veto.
Jun 25th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
WI Legislator Calls for Task Force on Missing and Murdered Black Women
Statistics alarming. Rep Stubbs re-introduces bill following killing of Sade Robinson.
Jun 23rd, 2025 by Evan Casey
Wisconsin Supreme Court Agrees With AG on Power to Settle Some Lawsuits
7-0 decision limits legislative power and lame-duck law passed by Republicans.
Jun 17th, 2025 by Sarah Lehr
Wisconsin Democrats Elect Devin Remiker as New Party Chair
Succeeds Ben Wikler, who said of Remiker: 'He gets rural. He gets grassroots.'
Jun 16th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Court Hands a Lifeline to Americorps But Its Future Uncertain
Wisconsin has 25 AmeriCorps programs. 'Things are just very confusing.'
Jun 9th, 2025 by Erik Gunn
Guns Now Kill More Than Auto Crashes
Super majority in state wants some gun restrictions. Will Republicans agree?
Jun 4th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Evers Has a Very Busy Spring
Governor traveling state, pushing big agenda. A sign he will run for reelection?
May 19th, 2025 by Steven Walters
Wisconsin Now Up to 16 Lawsuits Against Trump Administration
They're 'really flouting the laws and ignoring them,' AG Josh Kaul says.
May 10th, 2025 by Avery Lea Rogers
Wisconsin Joins Lawsuit Challenging EV Charging Funding Freeze
Gov. Evers says Trump is 'trying to block Wisconsin from receiving the investments we were promised.'
May 8th, 2025 by Joe Schulz
Wisconsin Sues RFK Jr. Over HHS Funding Cuts
State joins others suing over massive layoffs, 'staggering amount of damage.'
May 6th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Trump’s Border Czar Warns Gov. Evers He Could Be Arrested
Evers responds. Says he did not break law in issuing memo.
May 2nd, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Bradyn Bohn, 15, a Victim of Sextortion, Died By Suicide
His mom wants to protect other kids. Bipartisan bill in Wisconsin targets sextortion
Apr 28th, 2025 by Sarah Lehr
Anti-Trust Case Against Live Nation Could Impact Milwaukee
Pabst Theater, other concert venues could be subpoenaed, helped or hurt.
Apr 14th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Wisconsin Supreme Court Will Take on Big Environmental Cases
Including cases related to large farms, PFAS pollution and environmental permits.
Apr 14th, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding
Film Festival Tickets On Sale April 13
Festival's program packed with films and ticket deals. Many movies connect to current events.
Apr 12th, 2025 by Dominique Paul Noth
Trump Administration Cuts More Than $12 Million in UW-Madison Research Funding
Lawsuit from Wisconsin and 15 other states says National Institutes of Health engaged in 'unlawful' effort to disrupt federal research grants.
Apr 11th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
With Federal Support Dwindling, AG Kaul Asks State For Funding Increase
Wisconsin’s allocation from the Victims of Crime Act has dropped by more than 70%.
Apr 11th, 2025 by Sarah Lehr
Wisconsin Humanities Programs in Peril After Trump Axes Funding
Educational and cultural programming throughout the state will be lost.
Apr 6th, 2025 by Sarah Lehr
Kaul Announces Three New Lawsuits Against Trump Administration
Challenging orders closing agencies, defunding research and changing election rules.
Apr 5th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Supreme Court Hears Case on Legislature’s Power
Democratic AG brought challenge to one of several Republican-backed lame-duck laws that limit executive branch power.
Apr 3rd, 2025 by Sarah Lehr
Crawford Beats Schimel in Wisconsin Supreme Court Race
Race turned into a national election and a loss for Elon Musk and Donald Trump.
Apr 1st, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
State Sues Federal HHS, Sec. Kennedy Over Public Health Cuts
Wisconsin joins nearly two-dozen states suing over cuts in public health funding.
Apr 1st, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Spending by Billionaires on Wisconsin Supreme Court Race Still Rising
Astounding numbers for Elon Musk, followed by Uihleins and George Soros.
Mar 31st, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Elon Musk Hands Out Two $1 million Checks at Green Bay Rally
Wisconsin Supreme Court race could affect ‘entire destiny of humanity’ he declares.
Mar 31st, 2025 by Joe Schulz
Elon Musk Plans Wisconsin Visit To Give $2 Million to 2 People, But Faces Legal Challenge
Musk previously said he would give the money 'in appreciation' for voting, despite a Wisconsin law that likely bans giving anything of value for votes.
Mar 28th, 2025 by Shawn Johnson and Rich Kremer
Wisconsin Involved in 7 Lawsuits Against Trump Administration
That's among 130 lawsuits nationally. 'We've selected wisely,' says AG Josh Kaul.
Mar 23rd, 2025 by Colleen Leahy
Fired Federal Workers in Wisconsin Reinstated, But for How Long?
Ruling is temporary. Some workers received back pay, some placed on leave.
Mar 23rd, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding
Evers Bashes Congress as Wisconsin Joins Lawsuit Against Trump Firings
Firings are 'against the law' and show 'contempt' for federal workers, suit charges.
Mar 11th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
UW Leaders, Medical Researchers Defend Their Work, NIH Funding
The remarks came as a federal judge temporarily blocked sweeping cuts aimed at the National Institutes of Health.
Mar 7th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Schimel Tells Canvassers He’ll Be ‘Support Network’ for Trump
Supreme Court candidate also rehashes election denial claims in Waukesha County appearance.
Mar 6th, 2025 by Henry Redman
Crawford Battles Schimel Over Impartiality
'He’s got a long history as an extreme partisan,' candidate charges in Rotary speech.
Mar 5th, 2025 by Henry Redman
Farm Groups Sue Josh Kaul Over Prosecutor Hired With Outside Funds
Conservative groups and Republicans have pushed back against state attorneys general funded by a New York University center.
Feb 21st, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding
Does Berrada Owe You Money?
Following settlement, DOJ creates webpage to help current and former tenants.
Feb 21st, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Van Orden Moves to Impeach Judge Who Blocked Musk From Treasury Records
US Rep. Derrick Van Orden of Prairie du Chien accuses judge of 'high crimes and misdemeanors.'
Feb 20th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Wisconsin Supreme Court Dismisses Racine Voting Van Lawsuit
Court's majority says former Republican official who filed challenge lacked legal standing.
Feb 18th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
$50 Million for Reading Instruction Will Return to State Surplus
Supreme Court won't rule on Evers vs. Legislature battle before end of fiscal year.
Feb 17th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
Wisconsin Joins Lawsuit to Block NIH Funding Cuts Under Trump
UW says it will delay lifesaving discoveries related to cancer, Alzheimer’s, diabetes.
Feb 10th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
Children’s Hospital Reinstates Gender-Affirming Care For Trans Teen
Had cancelled treatment after Trump’s executive order, now being challenged in court.
Feb 8th, 2025 by Phoebe Petrovic
High Court Rules Meagan Wolfe Can Remain State’s Top Elections Official
Unanimous Supreme Court ruling rejects Republican legislators' attempt to fire Wolfe.
Feb 7th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Wisconsin Affordable Care Enrollment Again Sets a Record
313,579 Wisconsin residents enrolled for coverage through federal insurance marketplace.
Feb 4th, 2025 by Erik Gunn
Wisconsin Joins Legal Effort to Preserve Tougher Standards for Lead in Water
Joins 9 states and DC to back new federal rules and push to replace lead pipes.
Feb 3rd, 2025 by Erik Gunn
14 Arrested in Sprawling Milwaukee Drug Trafficking Case
Murder, nine-mile chase, firearms, cocaine and fentanyl.
Jan 30th, 2025 by Evan Casey
