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Human Trafficking Effort Unites Law Enforcement, Victim Advocates
New taskforce designed to better reach those forced into sex work.
Jan 27th, 2023 by Rob Mentzer
DNR Avoids Drama With New Secretary, New Board
Wednesday's meeting was first without expired members who had refused to resign.
Jan 27th, 2023 by Henry Redman
Democrats Offer Abortion Referendum. Again
Asks voters if 1849 ban should be repealed. But referendum must wait for April 2024.
Jan 24th, 2023 by Baylor Spears
Four Years Later, State’s Lame Duck Law Still Faces Court Challenge
Circuit court strikes down power grab from DOJ by Legislature, but ruling appealed.
Jan 17th, 2023 by Shawn Johnson
Southwestern Wisconsin Farmer Appointed To DNR Board
Gov. Evers appoints Paul Buhr to replace Walker-appointee William Bruins.
Jan 12th, 2023 by Danielle Kaeding
Conservation Groups Cite Damage From Prehn’s Time on Natural Resources Board
Serving beyond his term limits and favoring lobbyists and PFAS polluter, critics charge.
Jan 8th, 2023 by Henry Redman
Kaul Should Charge Ron Johnson, 10 Fake Electors
Illegal efforts to overturn 2020 election should be prosecuted by Attorney General.
Jan 8th, 2023 by Matt Rothschild
PFAS Found in Lake Michigan Bay Linked To Marinette Fire Training Center
Dangerous chemicals from firefighting foam found on Green Bay shoreline
Jan 5th, 2023 by Danielle Kaeding
Gov. Evers’ Inaugural Address Calls for Abortion Rights, Expanding Medicaid
Introduced by his granddaughter, Evers hails the 'chance to do the right thing.'
Jan 3rd, 2023 by WPR Staff
Did Democrats Let Mandela Barnes Lose?
State Democratic chair says big donors wrongly concluded Barnes was far behind and deserted him.
Jan 2nd, 2023 by Bruce Murphy
How to Have a More Transparent 2023
State and local governments can improve on open records. Attorney General should lead the way.
Jan 2nd, 2023 by Christa Westerberg
Top 10 State Political Stories of 2022
Evers and Johnson victories and suddenly changed battle over abortion lead the list.
Jan 2nd, 2023 by Steven Walters
The Top Donors to Wisconsin Political Parties in 2022
Billionaires and millionaires, most supporting Democrats, continue to dump huge sums into Wisconsin politics through a loophole left open by state Republicans.
Dec 29th, 2022 by Peter Cameron
Wisconsin’s 1849 Abortion Ruling Will Still Be Hot Issue in 2023
Since Roe-vs-Wade ruling, an average of nearly 300 Wisconsin abortion-seekers traveled to Illinois each month.
Dec 29th, 2022 by Bridgit Bowden
Embattled Former DNR Board Chair Resigns, Ending Saga
Prehn, whose appointment had expired, was able to stay on because Republicans wouldn't confirm his replacement.
Dec 23rd, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
Will New State Treasurer Make Changes?
Democrat Sarah Godlewski took expansive view of office. What will Republican John Leiber do?
Dec 20th, 2022 by Erik Gunn
Report Calls For Criminally Charging State’s Fake Electors
Democracy protection group, Just Security, says 10 Republicans committed felonies.
Dec 19th, 2022 by Henry Redman
Why Are Our Congressional Districts So Gerrymandered?
Key reason: too much emphasis on 'communities of interest.'
Dec 14th, 2022 by Bruce Thompson
Stop the Hospital Merger Mania
Mergers hike prices and corporate pay, lower quality. The Aurora Advocate merger with Atrium will do all three.
Dec 7th, 2022 by John Torinus
Record $93 Million Spent by Outside Groups in 2022
$31 million more than total in 2018 and five times higher than in 2010.
Dec 5th, 2022 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Group Calls On Kaul To Escalate Clergy Sex Abuse Probe
Madison religious freedom group pushes attorney general to add resources to effort.
Dec 5th, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
Crowded Supreme Court Race To Become Partisan Battles
Four candidates are running, with the conservative-liberal split of court hanging in balance.
Dec 1st, 2022 by Sarah Lehr
Kaul Warns Suit Challenging State Abortion Ban Will Take Time
Attorney General aims to overturn 1849 ban, but notes legal process 'not fast.'
Nov 22nd, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
State Democratic Chair Hail’s Party’s ‘Triumph’
But election results -- and party's future -- more clouded than that.
Nov 21st, 2022 by Steven Walters
Wisconsin School Libraries To See Record $52 Million In State Funding
Amount is up 30% from last year, part of long-running state program.
Nov 18th, 2022 by Rich Kremer
Did Fred Prehn Flout Open Records Law?
Judge hears arguments whether Natural Resources Board member who refused to resign withheld records.
Nov 16th, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
What Will Happen to Evers’ Appointees?
After four years, a long list of his appointees to head departments, serve on state boards still haven't been approved by GOP Senate.
Nov 14th, 2022 by Henry Redman
5 Lessons From Mid-Term Election
Milwaukee's under-performance is a problem. And lack of national Democratic funding doomed Pfaff.
Nov 13th, 2022 by Ruth Conniff
Wisconsin Voters Endorse Marijuana Legalization, Abortion Rights In Referendums
But county-level referendums were only advisory
Nov 10th, 2022 by Evan Casey
21 Election Winners and Losers
Beyond the ballot totals, which groups, advocates and trends won or lost?
Nov 9th, 2022 by Bruce Murphy
Kaul Defeats Toney for Attorney General
Incumbent wins reelection by tiny, 33,000-vote margin. Toney concedes defeat.
Nov 9th, 2022 by Bruce Murphy
AG Candidate Eric Toney Targets Milwaukee Crime
GOP challenger would have DOJ take over cases Milwaukee DA declines to prosecute.
Nov 6th, 2022 by Jonah Beleckis
Kaul Says State Shouldn’t Enforce Abortion Ban
If re-elected, Attorney General will prioritize prosecuting homicide, rape, major crimes.
Nov 6th, 2022 by Jonah Beleckis
Candidates For Attorney General, Secretary of State, Treasurer
Green, Libertarian and Constitution parties join the Democratic and Republican parties in fielding candidates.
Nov 4th, 2022 by Urban Milwaukee
Attorney General Race Is A Brutal Battle
Can Democrat Josh Kaul withstand the attacks? He's cool under fire, but maybe too cool.
Nov 2nd, 2022 by Bruce Murphy
Toney Highlights Crime in Attorney General Race
Republican challenger pushes to handle local Milwaukee crimes, chases election fraud.
Nov 1st, 2022 by Sarah Lehr
Kaul’s Campaign Pushes Abortion Rights
Democratic Attorney General also pushes gun control, environmental protection in closely fought battle for reelection.
Oct 31st, 2022 by Sarah Lehr
7 Issues That Define Evers, Michels
Democratic Gov. Tony Evers and GOP challenger Tim Michels deeply disagree on the issues.
Oct 31st, 2022 by Steven Walters
Obama Says Evers, Barnes Will ‘Fight For You’
In Milwaukee former president warns future of democracy hinges on 2022 election.
Oct 30th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Attorney General Candidates Spar Over Abortion, Gun Control in Debate
Race pits incumbent Democrat Josh Kaul against Republican challenger Eric Toney
Oct 28th, 2022 by Sarah Lehr
Early In-Person Voting Begins In State
Even as election lawsuits continue, nearly 260,000 voters across Wisconsin have submitted absentee ballots.
Oct 26th, 2022 by Sarah Lehr
Record Spending by Outside Groups for Republicans
$29 million to support GOP candidates for state office vs. $7.7 million for Democrats.
Oct 21st, 2022 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
How Will Evers, Michels Handle Crime?
Challenger hammering key issue for Republicans, independents. What solutions does each candidate for governor offer?
Oct 20th, 2022 by Evan Casey
Debate About Whether To Enforce Abortion Ban Could Hurt OB-GYN Recruitment, Retention
Wisconsin's 1849 ban could result in felony charges for doctors.
Oct 12th, 2022 by Rich Kremer
AG Candidates Agree on Transparency Funding, But Not Related Legal Decisions
More money needed for public records issue, but Kaul and Toney aren't in unison on what should be public.
Oct 4th, 2022 by Jonathan Anderson
What’s Next For Lawsuit Over Wisconsin’s 1849 Abortion Ban?
Attorney General Josh Kaul pursuing lawsuit to block law's enforcement.
Oct 2nd, 2022 by Sarah Lehr
Republican-Controlled Legislature Has Hindered Environmental Protection
Conservation group releases report claims politics have trumped environment since 2011.
Sep 30th, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
After Texts Released, DNR Board Member Publicly Calls For Prehn To Resign
Walker appointee with expired term has refused to leave board, which texts reveal is politically motivated.
Sep 29th, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
Attorney General Seeks Huge Spending Hike
Calling it a ‘crime-fighting budget,’ Kaul wants a roughly 60% increase in next biennium.
Sep 28th, 2022 by Sarah Lehr
Vice President Backs Abortion Fight
Kamala Harris visits Milwaukee, speaks to Democratic Attorneys General group, endorses Josh Kaul's lawsuit against abortion ban.
Sep 22nd, 2022 by Deneen Smith
Vice President Harris Will Visit Milwaukee
Harris coming Thursday to speak at Democratic Attorneys General conference, meet with local Latino leaders.
Sep 19th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Board Considers Abortion Rights Proposal
After protests at his home, Sup. Rolland pushes resolution asking county lobbyists to advocate for state abortion law.
Sep 13th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Racine County Man Charged With Felonies for Absentee Ballot Scheme
Harry Wait requested other citizens' absentee ballots to prove election fraud was possible.
Sep 2nd, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Legislators Still Sitting on Opioid Funding
Democrats, health officials says lives could be lost if settlement funds not used to fight drug epidemic.
Aug 31st, 2022 by Evan Casey
Vos Withdraws Subpoenas, Ends Gableman Probe
14-month election investigation “accomplished nothing,” judge wrote.
Aug 30th, 2022 by Henry Redman
Kaul Will Prosecute Threats Against Election Workers
"Intimidating election officials is a crime,’ Wisconsin Attorney General warns.
Aug 29th, 2022 by Henry Redman
State’s PFAS-Polluted Towns Hail EPA Proposal
Decision to list chemicals as hazardous substances could strengthen EPA’s response.
Aug 27th, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
State School Safety Hotline Has Gotten 1,000 Tips This Year
Kaul touts hotline as a way to prevent possible tragedies.
Aug 24th, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
GOP Lawmakers Want Lawsuit Against Abortion Ban Dismissed
The three legislative leaders being sued by state DOJ say they aren't the right people to sue.
Aug 23rd, 2022 by Henry Redman
Milwaukee Gets $18 Million Opioid Settlement
But overdoses, deaths and need for treatment continue to increase.
Aug 16th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Father Still Seeks Justice 18 Years After Kenosha Police Killed His Son
Michael Bell Sr. has struggled to get a new investigation into his sons 2004 killing.
Aug 12th, 2022 by Erik Gunn
Statewide Democratic Candidates
Contested races for treasurer, secretary of state, lieutenant governor and U.S. senator.
Aug 8th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
State DNR Adds New PFAS Rules
Regulating 'forever chemicals' in drinking water, surface water and fire fighting foam.
Aug 2nd, 2022 by Isiah Holmes
Racine Man Commits Voter Fraud to Prove It Can Be Done
State Elections Commission calls for charges. Racine County law enforcement does nothing.
Jul 29th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Four Disabled Voters Sue State in Federal Court
WI Supreme Court ruling on absentee voting bars them from casting ballots, suit says.
Jul 27th, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
A Radical Republican Debate
Which of GOP candidates Kleefisch, Michels and Ramthun had most extreme views in debate?
Jul 25th, 2022 by Bruce Murphy
State Trying to Dispose of PFAS Firefighting Foam
DNR looking for a contractor to take 25,000 gallons of foam off states hands.
Jul 22nd, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
Can Abortion Pills Be Mailed Legally in Wisconsin?
It's legal to receive them in the mail, but a physician could be charged for mailing them.
Jul 21st, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
State Files Suit Against PFAS Manufacturers
Evers, AG Kaul say suit seeks to force companies to pay for clean water, and environmental clean up.
Jul 21st, 2022 by Hope Kirwan
Crute Building Statewide ‘Truth’ Radio
Owner of liberal outlet in Madison envisions network of 12 stations in 7 markets with factual news shows.
Jul 14th, 2022 by Bruce Murphy
How Governor’s Power Was Weakened
Recent high court decision latest of several rulings reducing governor's power.
Jul 5th, 2022 by Steven Walters
Service Employees Union Spends Big
Since 2010, SEIU has spent more than $2.3 million on Democratic candidates in state.
Jul 3rd, 2022 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Legal Fight Over Gableman Probe Keeps Growing
One year into investigation it's spawned an ever-growing number of court cases.
Jun 30th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
State Supreme Court Says Natural Resources Board Member Can Stay
Legislature won't okay Evers appointee to replace Fred Prehn so Prehn won’t step down.
Jun 29th, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
Anti-Abortion Groups Want To Tighten 1849 Ban
Seek to end 19th century law’s exception to protect life of a mother.
Jun 29th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Kaul, Evers Sue to Challenge 1849 Abortion Ban
Suit says 1849 law superseded by later laws, names GOP legislative leaders as defendants.
Jun 28th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Out-Of-State Abortion Providers Will Help Wisconsin Patients
Clinics in Illinois, Minnesota get ready for huge influx of patients from other states.
Jun 28th, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
Republican Candidates Attack Tim Michels
Michels doesn’t attend GOP gubernatorial debate. Kleefisch, Nicholson, Ramthun all blast him.
Jun 28th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Evers Offers Clemency For Doctors Prosecuted for Providing Abortions
Governor made commitment during keynote speech of the state Democratic Party Convention.
Jun 27th, 2022 by Rich Kremer
State Leaders React to Overturning of Roe
Republicans celebrate, Democrats say they are ‘heartbroken’
Jun 25th, 2022 by Ruth Conniff
Supreme Court Overturns Roe v. Wade
High court ends constitutional right to abortion.
Jun 24th, 2022 by WPR Staff
State GOP Lawmakers Reject Special Session on Abortion
GOP-controlled Senate adjourned in 15 seconds a special session to repeal 1849 law banning abortion.
Jun 23rd, 2022 by Christine Hatfield
Evers Calls Special Session To Overturn 1849 Abortion Ban
Kleefisch urges Republican legislators to reject special session.
Jun 9th, 2022 by Christine Hatfield
‘Tangled Series’ of Abortion Laws Since 1849
Wisconsin has had many laws passed on abortion which could cause confusion if Roe overturned.
Jun 8th, 2022 by Phoebe Petrovic
Investigation Continues in ’Targeted Killing’ of Judge
Accused killer’s list of targets included Gov. Evers, Mitch McConnell, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
Jun 7th, 2022 by Erik Gunn
A Milwaukee Planned Parenthood Prepares for the End of Roe
Should Roe v. Wade be overturned, the clinic must stop all abortion procedures as soon as the ruling is public.
Jun 6th, 2022 by Bridgit Bowden
AG Kaul Calls Juneau County Killing a ‘Targeted’ Attack
AG says the suspect is believe to have targeted others.
Jun 4th, 2022 by Deneen Smith
Gableman Election Review $220,500 Over Budget
Partisan election review has cost taxpayers nearly $900,000, largely due to lawsuits.
Jun 2nd, 2022 by Henry Redman
Kaul Announces State Sex Assault Kits Tracking System
Goal tp 'empower’ assault survivors, allow them to track progress on investigations.
May 31st, 2022 by Rob Mentzer
Rep. Deb Andraca Ran To Change Gun Laws
Recent mass shootings a reminder that gun control laws have gone nowhere in Wisconsin.
May 26th, 2022 by Erik Gunn
State Democrats Push Gun Restrictions After Texas Shootings
Kaul calls for law requiring background checks and preventing sale of 'ghost guns.'
May 25th, 2022 by Rob Mentzer
Godlewski Crafts ‘Common Sense’ Campaign
Democratic U.S. Senate candidate stresses ‘kitchen table’ issues and abortion rights.
May 24th, 2022 by Erik Gunn
Wisconsin Justice Blasts ‘Dangerous Loophole’ for Concealed Carry
Current law allows some with history of domestic violence to carry a concealed weapon.
May 20th, 2022 by Rob Mentzer
Officials Should Oppose Health Care Merger
Merger of Advocate Aurora and Atrium Health won't improve care but will increase prices.
May 19th, 2022 by John Torinus
Democrats File Suit Against State Republicans Who Posed As Electors
Lawsuit argues actions of false presidential electors led to Jan. 6 insurrection.
May 17th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Gwen Moore Discusses Her Abortion
One of few woman in Congress to talk frankly about the days before Roe, an era that may soon return.
May 16th, 2022 by Bruce Murphy
Will Abortion Issue Drive Election Turnout?
Democrats link it with same-sex issue, push turnout, could be key issue in races for governor, attorney general.
May 16th, 2022 by Steven Walters
GOP Group In D.C. Targets Josh Kaul
Republican AG Association will spend nearly $700,000 on ads against WI attorney general.
May 15th, 2022 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Judge Rules Against Law Giving Legislators Power Over Attorney General Settlements
Cites 170-year history before lame duck law. Republicans will appeal ruling.
May 11th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
DOJ Releases Police Use-of-Force Data
Information from 96% of state’s law enforcement agencies shows how and when force used.
May 10th, 2022 by Henry Redman
