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Court to Rule on Purging 130,000 from Voter Rolls
Wisconsin Supreme Court hearing two challenges affecting November election.
Sep 29th, 2020 by Laurel White
Is Robin Vos Scared of Voters?
Republican legislators condemn Evers' mask mandate, but won’t override it as the law allows. Why?
Sep 29th, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
Film Details Disenfranchisement in Wisconsin
Documentary chronicles the human cost of gerrymandering.
Sep 24th, 2020 by Erik Gunn
AG Decision on Blake Shooting Coming Up
Kaul could release a charging recommendation next week.
Sep 17th, 2020 by Corrinne Hess
Court Rules Undocumented Immigrants to be Counted in Census
State wins lawsuit against Trump administration over its intent to exclude undocumented immigrants from being counted
Sep 12th, 2020 by Melanie Conklin
Census Bureau Says 92% of State Households Counted
But Milwaukee count much lower. AG Josh Kaul joins lawsuit to block Census Bureau from quitting early.
Sep 2nd, 2020 by Megan Hart
Jacob Blake Handcuffed to Hospital Bed
Groups call for Kenosha law enforcement leaders resignation or dismissal.
Aug 28th, 2020 by Erik Gunn
Protests Were Peaceful Wednesday Night
Kenosha and Madison don't see the violence of the previous nights.
Aug 27th, 2020 by WPR Staff
AG Kaul Identifies Officer That Shot Blake
Shooting being investigated by state's Department of Criminal Investigation.
Aug 26th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Vos Failed to Report All Financial Holdings
Watchdog group dings speaker for not reporting all financial interests.
Aug 20th, 2020 by Erik Gunn
Perez, DNC Support Wisconsin Lawsuit
Will federal court allow more time to request absentee votes and count all ballots postmarked by Nov. 3?
Aug 19th, 2020 by Shawn Johnson
State Politicians Squabble On Postal Service
As USPS backtracks on changes, Kaul part of multi-state suit, Democrats and Republicans argue.
Aug 19th, 2020 by Laurel White
Mask Violation Reporting Form Stirs Debate
State mask mandate not enforced by police, but some counties allow people to report on those violating it.
Aug 10th, 2020 by Rob Mentzer
Vos Thinks Lame-Duck Session Didn’t Go Far Enough
The speaker would like to strip more power from Evers.
Jul 31st, 2020 by Melanie Conklin
The Idea Activists and Police Agree On
Why are cops still being sent to respond to mental health crises?
Jul 30th, 2020 by Henry Redman
The Curious Campaign of Michele Bryant
Why is a Democratic state senator’s chief of staff running against another Democratic senator?
Jul 28th, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
Trump Sending Federal Agent “Surge” to Milwaukee, State, Local Officials React
Attorney General calls it a "facist tactic." MPD says support not for civil unrest.
Jul 23rd, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Bipartisan Group Will Promote Voting By Mail
And in-person voting. Former GOP Attorney General dismisses fraud claims on mail-in ballots
Jul 22nd, 2020 by Laurel White
Public Schools Fight for Funding
MPS, other public school districts have gotten no federal CARES funding while choice and charter schools get millions.
Jul 21st, 2020 by Terry Falk
Court Rulings Against Evers Sow Confusion
Supreme Court overrules vetoes and health orders with vague language offering no guidance.
Jul 20th, 2020 by Steven Walters
Court Tosses Dems’ Lame-Duck Suit
Federal appeals court rules the Democratic Party didn't have standing to bring the lawsuit.
Jul 16th, 2020 by Laurel White
The COVID-19 Child Care Chasm
In Southeast Wisconsin, 61% of licensed providers closed, either temporarily or permanently.
Jul 15th, 2020 by Erik Gunn
Conspiracy Theories Dog COVID-19 Contact Tracers
Misinformation about actions to protect health are exhausting local officials in the state.
Jul 14th, 2020 by Howard Hardee
Kaul Joins Lawsuit Against ICE Rule
Colleges have protested rule that could mean international students lose their visas.
Jul 14th, 2020 by Henry Redman
State High Court Nullifies 2018 Election
One again, conservative judges uphold lame duck laws and then overthrow governor's vetoes
Jul 12th, 2020 by James Rowen
Choice, Charter Schools Get Big Payday
Federal Paycheck Protection grants don’t fund public schools but do fund private schools.
Jul 11th, 2020 by Ruth Conniff
WI Supreme Court Upholds GOP Lame-Duck Laws
For second time, the state's high court rules in favor of laws stripping some of governor's powers.
Jul 9th, 2020 by Laurel White
AG Creates Task Force Investigating Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women
Native women are three times more likely to be murdered than white women, research shows.
Jul 4th, 2020 by Danielle Kaeding
Beware of Contact Tracing Scams
A real contact tracer will never ask you for personal information.
Jul 4th, 2020 by Bridgit Bowden
Republicans Flip-Flop on Local Control
First demanded local control of COVID-19 rules, now oppose county restrictions.
Jun 30th, 2020 by Henry Redman
AG Sues Department of Education Over For-Profit College Rules
Secretary DeVos department repealed rules aimed at protecting students from fraud.
Jun 27th, 2020 by Henry Redman
Evers Rejects UW System Rules on Sex Assault
System changes, in line with new federal regulations on sex harassment and assault, could have 'chilling' effect on victims, Evers says.
Jun 16th, 2020 by Melanie Conklin
Wisconsin Leads 22-State Coalition on PFAS
They support federal standards to prevent ‘forever chemicals” from polluting drinking water.
Jun 10th, 2020 by Danielle Kaeding
State Challenges Federal Sex Assault Changes
Kaul joins 17 other states opposing federal rules, claiming less protection for sexual assault and harassment victims.
Jun 8th, 2020 by Rich Kremer
Federal Lawsuit Challenges Local “Safer at Home” Orders
Two plaintiffs are Republican candidates for office, another is a Milwaukee pastor.
May 21st, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Crime Lab Taking Longer to Process DNA Evidence
The average turnaround time increased in 2019, according to a new report.
May 21st, 2020 by Rich Kremer
Wisconsin Relaxes Food Stamps Rules
Residents using SNAP benefits can now buy groceries online.
May 16th, 2020 by Melanie Conklin
Attorney General Supports Local Health Orders
Kaul opinion finds local orders enforceable, but communities continue to rescind theirs.
May 16th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
State Urges Supreme Court to Keep ACA Intact
AG Kaul filed a brief as a friend-of-the-court in Supreme Court Case.
May 15th, 2020 by Erik Gunn
Wisconsin Politicos Respond to Safer At Home Ruling
Politicians, lobbyists and activists fall back on party line in attacking or praising decision.
May 14th, 2020 by Melanie Conklin, Erik Gunn, Isiah Holmes and Henry Redman
Kaul, Unions Push Meatpacking Safety Rules
Kaul among 20 state attorneys general pushing Trump for tougher regulations.
May 13th, 2020 by Erik Gunn
Kaul Backs DNR On High Capacity Wells
Reverses opinion by former AG Brad Schimel; Supreme Court to rule on whether DNR can weigh environmental impact of wells.
May 9th, 2020 by Danielle Kaeding
Do Republicans Have Secret COVID-19 Plan?
Vos and Fitzgerald want high court to overrule Gov. Evers’ policies. What will their plan be?
May 2nd, 2020 by James Rowen
First Responders Blast COVID-19 Workers’ Comp Law
Police, Firefighters say it will be too difficult to determine where they contracted virus on the job.
Apr 17th, 2020 by Laurel White
On 10th Anniversary, Affordable Care Act At Risk
Activists hold telephone rallies, cite Act's importance amid the pandemic.
Mar 24th, 2020 by Erik Gunn
State Regulators at Issue in High Court Race
Justice Dan Kelly seems to side with those out to destroy the “administrative state.”
Mar 4th, 2020 by Bruce Thompson
Kaul Calls for More Gun Safety Laws
Molson Coors shootings reignite debate over background checks, red flag laws.
Mar 4th, 2020 by Shamane Mills
Bill Preventing Sexual Assault Kit Backlog Stalls in Senate
GOP amendments muddy passage of the bi-partisan legislation.
Feb 21st, 2020 by Shawn Johnson
Last Call for the Legislature
The rush to end session and go home for the year results in some ugly legislation.
Feb 17th, 2020 by Steven Walters
AG Objects to Relaxed Lead Pipe Rules
Kaul joins other Attorneys General in objection to new EPA rules for lead pipe removal.
Feb 14th, 2020 by Melanie Conklin
Assembly Rejects Bipartisan Rape Kit Bill
Republicans pass bill with "poison pills' that will force veto by Gov. Evers.
Feb 12th, 2020 by Melanie Conklin
Will Republicans Kill Rape Kit Bill?
30 states passed bills to assure rape kits are processed. Only Wisconsin has made it partisan, expert testifies.
Feb 10th, 2020 by Melanie Conklin
Sexual Assault Bill Becomes Partisan Issue
Bipartisan bill ready to pass but gets hijacked by Republicans adding provisions on school choice, ICE.
Feb 5th, 2020 by Melanie Conklin
Redistricting Fight Is One Year Away
So why are Evers and Democrats putting spotlight on it now?
Feb 3rd, 2020 by Steven Walters
Evers Signs Order for Redistricting Commission
Nonpartisan effort to avoid gerrymandering, but Republicans vow to do their own maps.
Jan 27th, 2020 by Laurel White
AG Calls Out GOP Lawmaker
Kaul urges legislator to work on sexual assault kit bill.
Jan 24th, 2020 by Laurel White
Federal Probe Charges 37 Drug Traffickers
Search warrants executed in Milwaukee, Puerto Rico result in seizure of larges stashes of drugs, guns and money.
Jan 19th, 2020 by Alana Watson
What’s Going on With Voting List Purge?
A scramble in the courts and an uncertain future.
Jan 9th, 2020 by Ruth Conniff
The Return of Texas v. U.S.
Case could kill ACA, leave 18 million without health insurance. Which states would be hurt most?
Jan 9th, 2020 by Bruce Thompson
Judge Asked to Hold State in Contempt
Conservative group wants 200,000 names purged from voting list, but Elections Commission awaits higher court rulings.
Jan 3rd, 2020 by Shawn Johnson
Elections Panel Deadlocks Again on Voting List Purge
While court decision ordering purge appealed, state elections commission’s members evenly divided by party.
Dec 31st, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
Top 10 Political Stories of 2019
Lots of drama in last year of the decade. Which were the biggest stories?
Dec 30th, 2019 by Steven Walters
What Is State Doing About School Security?
$96.2 million for security upgrades and training. Has that addressed the problem?
Dec 16th, 2019 by Steven Walters
Evers Orders National Guard Leader to Resign
Governor calls for sweeping changes in how sexual assault and harassment is reported, investigated.
Dec 10th, 2019 by Melanie Conklin
State Must Address Sexual Assault Issue
Will Legislature pass bipartisan bill to assure backlog of rape kits doesn’t recur?
Dec 6th, 2019 by Dane County Executive Melissa Agard
Kaul Pushes Assembly for Rape Kit Bill
AG wants legislation to ensure no more backlog of untested sexual assault kits.
Dec 4th, 2019 by Melanie Conklin
School Shootings Raise Safety Concerns
Evers and Kaul lament problem. “Kids shouldn’t fear for their life at school.”
Dec 3rd, 2019 by Isiah Holmes
Lawsuit Targets State’s Student Voter ID Laws
National advocacy organization argues unconstitutional age-based discrimination creates barriers for young voters.
Nov 23rd, 2019 by Laurel White
Kaul Opposes Enbridge Oil Pipeline
Wisconsin attorney general backs Michigan against oil pipeline through Great Lakes waters.
Nov 20th, 2019 by Danielle Kaeding
High Court Candidates Argue Role of Politics
Incumbent Supreme Court Justice Dan Kelly spars with opponents Jill Karofsky, Ed Fallone.
Nov 20th, 2019 by Laurel White
Clergy Sexual Abuse Cases Still Rising
170 to date in state, but some dioceses and religious orders still won’t confront problem.
Nov 17th, 2019 by Erica Jones
Legislature Passing Few Bills
Assembly and Senate seldom in session. Just 21 bills passed in 2019 while typical average is more than 300.
Nov 15th, 2019 by Melanie Conklin
Legislators Can’t Intervene in Abortion Case, Court Says
Leaves Attorney General Kaul to defend state in Planned Parenthood challenge to GOP-passed abortion law.
Nov 11th, 2019 by Ruth Conniff
Republicans Dismiss Governor’s Special Session
Two houses immediately adjourn session on guns. They lack “the courage” to take on issue, Evers says.
Nov 8th, 2019 by Laurel White
State Collects 30 Tons of Unused Drugs
Attorney General Josh Kaul, 277 police agencies in state worked on 2019 Drug Take Back Day.
Nov 7th, 2019 by Isiah Holmes
Legislators May Hike Public Defenders Pay
Plan would more closely align state public defenders’ pay with that of state prosecutors.
Nov 1st, 2019 by Laurel White
Barrett, Moore to Lead Growing DNC Team
19 honorary chairs round out Milwaukee 2020 leadership.
Oct 25th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
State Supreme Court Reviews Lame Duck Laws
Justices question both sides in challenge to laws reducing powers of governor, attorney general.
Oct 22nd, 2019 by Ruth Conniff
Rep. Anderson Votes Against His Own Accommodation. Why?
Republicans pass controversial rule changes, and accommodation for quadriplegic lawmaker, on party line votes.
Oct 11th, 2019 by Melanie Conklin
Wisconsin Not Settling With OxyContin Manufacturer
Attorney General continuing suit against Purdue Pharma, as other states opt for settlement.
Oct 2nd, 2019 by Brady Carlson
Evers’ Requests AG Opinion on State Agency Rule making
This is the first request made public on the DOJ's website that allows for public opinion.
Sep 30th, 2019 by Melanie Conklin
Legislature May Debate Few Fall-Session Issues
Short fall legislative session doesn't leave a lot of room for action on major issues.
Sep 30th, 2019 by Steven Walters
Kaul Slams Food Assistance Cuts
Attorney General joins counterparts from 23 states to oppose the cuts.
Sep 25th, 2019 by Erik Gunn
Kaul Rejects Settlement with Oxycontin
Attorney General says estimated $12 billion settlement with 23 states doesn’t go far enough.
Sep 12th, 2019 by Melanie Conklin
Kaul Says Lame Duck Law Costs Taxpayers
AG says legislative oversight stalls cases, makes lower settlements for taxpayers likely.
Sep 10th, 2019 by Melanie Conklin
Democrats’ Bill Repeals Lame Duck Law
Would end new requirement that Attorney General get Legislature’s approval for lawsuits.
Sep 6th, 2019 by Laurel White
Lame Duck Laws Hurting the State
Tying hands of Attorney General stalls 15 lawsuits, could cost taxpayers millions.
Sep 4th, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
Lame Duck Laws Opposed Overwhelmingly
Records show Legislature fielded nearly 48,000 contacts from people and 98% opposed lame duck laws.
Sep 4th, 2019 by Erik Gunn
Unanimous Senate Committee Vote on Hemp Bill
Bipartisan bill would make pilot program for growing hemp in the state permanent.
Sep 1st, 2019 by Mary Kate McCoy
Evers Tours UWM, Touts Freshwater Goals
The governor lauds freshwater programs, promises state funding for them.
Aug 30th, 2019 by Graham Kilmer
GOP Legislators Hire Private Attorney In Clash With AG
15 state lawsuits have been stalled by legislators' dispute with Kaul over confidentiality agreement.
Aug 30th, 2019 by Laurel White
State Treasurer Backs Climate-Friendly Investing
“We believe in science” and “investment in renewable energy," Godlewski declares.
Aug 23rd, 2019 by Melanie Conklin
State Officials Concerned About Spy Balloons
Pentagon surveillance of Wisconsin, other midwestern states, raises issues for Kaul, Sargent.
Aug 13th, 2019 by Isiah Holmes
Pentagon Spy Balloons Watching State
Program tested in six midwestern states, may provide “perfect surveillance”.
Aug 12th, 2019 by Isiah Holmes
6 Questions for Legislators on Guns
How many state residents have guns? How many favor background checks, other laws?
Aug 12th, 2019 by Steven Walters
America Needs “Red Flag Laws”
Laws would allow judges to prohibit a person from having or buying firearms in certain circumstances.
Aug 8th, 2019 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
State Teachers’ Union Still Has Clout
Its membership more than cut in half, but still one of biggest donors to Democratic candidates.
Aug 3rd, 2019 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
GOP Suit Slaps Kaul on Lame Duck Laws
AG contests lawsuit, calling it “attempt to undermine public safety in Wisconsin.”
Aug 2nd, 2019 by Melanie Conklin
Will Wisconsin Decide the 2020 Election?
All signs suggest this state could determine whether Trump wins reelection.
Jul 25th, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
Legislators Want to Protect ACA Coverage
Laws needed to assure health coverage continues if courts overrule it, Democrats say.
Jul 22nd, 2019 by Erik Gunn
