Scott Walker

Wisconsin Elections Commission Wants Funding For Transparency, Compliance Team

Republican lawmakers rejected a similar request in Wisconsin's last budget cycle

2017 Law Resulting in Long List of Outdated DNR Water Standards

Nearly 50 groundwater standards for PFAS, pesticides, metals and other compounds remain unaddressed.

UWM Faculty Senate Leader Says Layoffs of Faculty Were Financially Necessary

Others disagree. Precedent of laying off tenured faculty and state funding at issue.

Less than Half of Wisconsin Voters Satisfied With Public Schools

Poll finds particularly high negatives in Milwaukee, where MPS financial problems arose.

UW-Milwaukee layoffs could be the start of a slippery slope

Joint statement from members of the Common Council: Alderman Peter Burgelis, Alderman Jonathan Brostoff, Alderman DiAndre Jackson, and Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr.

Regents Approve UWM Plan For Mass Layoff of Tenured Professors

Layoffs centered on general studies professors from two-year schools merged into UWM.

Despite Decline in Reported Crime, Wisconsin’s Prison Population Is Surging

Crowding is impacting the safety at state's aging prisons. Advocates, opponents talk solutions, pitfalls.

Pension Overpayments Still Happening?

Retired sheriff's deputy notified he owes $9,000 for pension overpayments. Crowley's office says such errors are rarities in recent years.

UW System Needs $855 Million Budget Hike to Compete With Neighboring States

Now ranks 43rd in public funds. Board of Regents, then Legislature have to okay request.

Voters Reject Amendments to Restrict Governor’s Power to Spend Federal Funds

Opponents argued changes would have slowed down emergency funding during crises.

Evers Bypasses Legislature in Battle Over Funding Long-Term Care

Governor using federal funds to revive blocked plan to aid struggling care providers.

Pete Buttigieg Tours Port With Mayor, Rides Train With Governor

US Secretary of Transportation promotes Biden's infrastructure investments in region.

3 Democrats Battling In 3rd Congressional District Primary

Winner to face Republican US Rep. Derrick Van Orden in western Wisconsin district.

Why Those Proposed Amendments to State Constitution?

Why did Republicans craft them? And why did choose August election for the vote?

‘Like a Conservative Disneyland’; Delegates Paid Thousands to Attend RNC

'The average delegate from North Carolina is going to spend $5,000 to $6,000.'

‘Everyday American’ Diane Hendricks Touts Trump, Her Life Story in RNC Speech

Wisconsin billionaire sells a rags to riches story in speech.

Young Republicans Say They’re Ready To Lead Wisconsin GOP

New polling suggests those under 30 are leaning more toward Republican party than in the past.

Wisconsin RNC Delegation Puts Differences Aside on Abortion

'Unity is the key word' after shooting, even on hot button issue of abortion.

Trump Nominated, Running Mate Chosen on First Day of RNC

Quickly nominating Trump, approving his platform and VP candidate, U.S. Sen. J.D. Vance.

State Republicans Say Party Unified at RNC After Trump Assassination Attempt

Scott Walker says God 'spared' Trump, Ron Johnson cites 'hand of providence.'

Wisconsin’s Republican Roots Run Deep

Party that will have its national convention here was founded in this state in 1854.

Dane County Judge Strikes Down Parts of Act 10 Collective Bargaining Law

Lawsuit argues law violates state Constitution by treating different public unions differently.

Wisconsin Supreme Court Drops Prosser, Renames Law Library for State’s First Female Attorney

Conservative justice Rebecca Bradley calls move “petty.”

High Court To Review Wisconsin’s Nearly-Century-Old Veto Power

Business group's lawsuit challenges Gov. Evers' partial veto to create 400 years of funding.

In Racine Trump Blasts Immigration, Economy, Declares ‘I Love Milwaukee’

Denying his 'horrible city' comment and changing plan to stay in Chicago for RNC.

State Pursuing Much Smaller Building at 27th and Wisconsin

Plans to replace aging downtown building have been modified, down-sized.

Wisconsin Supreme Court Suspends False Elector Planner From Judicial Ethics Panel

Attorney Jim Troupis charged last week with a felony for his role in fake electors scheme.

Robin Vos In a ‘Fight For His Life’?

Republican Assembly Speaker faces both a primary challenger and independent candidate who assisted with recall effort against him.

Turnover High For Republican Convention Delegates

Few rank-and-file delegates from past conventions are included. Why?

Should MCTS Take Over Operation of The Hop, Other Transit Systems?

MCTS officials are considering bidding to operate the systems as a move to create a regional transit authority and financial security.

Lawmakers At Odds Over Releasing Health, PFAS Funds

GOP-controlled Joint Finance Committee won't release funding, citing legal risk.

Walker Appointee Resigns From UW Board

UW Regent Robert Atwell threatened to stay on, now welcomes replacement appointed by Evers.

Healthcare Is Huge in Presidential Race

How Trump’s vow to overturn the ACA could damage Wisconsin and the nation.

Evers Names 3 New Members of UW Board of Regents

But one would replace Republican-appointed regent who refuses to step down.

Dane County Judge Hears Arguments in Lawsuit Challenging Act 10

2011 state law decimated collective bargaining rights for most public sector workers.

GOP Holdover on UW Board Says He Won’t Step Down

UW Regent Robert Atwell advised by Vos to stay on Board until replacement confirmed.

WisGOP Announces RNC Delegates and Alternates

Hovde Says 12-14 Week Abortion Ban a ‘Reasonable Time Range’

Republican's approach condemned by his opponent, Democratic US Sen. Tammy Baldwin.

GOP Senate Hurts Evers’ Talent Searches

Difficult to find cabinet secretaries when Senate keeps firing governor's appointees.

Why Right Wisconsin Was Killed

Its editor, stalwart Republican James Wigderson watched as readers and his party went off the rails.

Microsoft’s Wisconsin Data Center Now A $3.3 Billion Project

Will create 2,000 jobs. And Microsoft will establish AI Institute at UWM.

New Twin Cities-Milwaukee-Chicago Train Starts May 21

Added train doubles service between Milwaukee and Twin Cities.

Voters With Disabilities Demand Electronic Voting Option

Lawsuit seeks electronic absentee option to protect privacy, but some have security concerns.

Eric Hovde Loans His Campaign $8 Million to Oppose Tammy Baldwin

Republican seeking to unseat Sen. Baldwin is latest state candidate to self-fund.

Suit Challenges Evers’ Partial Veto Hiking School Funding for 400 Years

Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce filed suit, arguing veto is unconstitutional.

Committee Blocks $258 Million Home Health Care Pay Plan

Providers fear losing workers, while others fear providers themselves will drop out.

Evers Vetoes Bill Ending Work Permit Requirement for Younger Teens

Governor cites need to protect 14- and 15-year-olds through work permit process.

Scott Walker’s Misleading Use of Job Data

Citing isolated fact to CNN contradicted by a raft of positive data on job growth.

Bill Christianson Is Milwaukee’s New Fiscal Watchdog

Christianson defeats Greg Gracz for open seat as city comptroller.

Baldwin and Hovde Using Drastically Different Strategies To Win Votes

Baldwin goes "hyper local," while Hovde pushes national issues.

Only 10 of State’s 56 Races for Circuit Court Judge Are Contested

Just one of 12 judges in Milwaukee County face an opponent on April ballot.

Wisconsin’s Very Own Rudy Giuliani Should Not Oversee Judicial Ethics

How did Jim Troupis, a leader in fake Republican elector scheme, get reappointed?

Meet the Candidates For City Office

And read the analysis of each race and bios for each candidate.

Will Wisconsin Supreme Court Legalize Absentee Ballot Boxes?

It rejected three issues raised in lawsuit and will rule on only one. Why?

State Pension System Is a Huge Success

Retirement system that Gov. Walker tried to change is nationally renowned, helps reduce wealth gap.

How Utility Rates Hurt State’s Economy

Wisconsin’s once-low electric rates now the highest in Midwest. That’s a big problem for all of us.

12 Years After Being Built, Wisconsin’s Talgo Trains Enter Service

But in Nigeria, not Wisconsin.

State High Court Should Review Our Gerrymandered Congressional Districts

Just how gerrymandered are Wisconsin's districts? Let's look at the numbers.

Bill Eliminates Work Permits for Younger Teens

Democrats warn it undermines child labor laws. Legislation now goes to governor.

Bill Would Stop Wisconsin’s Participation In UN’s Agenda 2030

The DNR's Green Tier program helps participants improve their environmental performance

10 Guards, 900 Inmates; Staff Shortages Have Plagued State Prisons

Slowing operations to a crawl, as inmates escaped, prisons locked down.

Labor Leaders Want 2024 To Be A Big Year for Unions

Poll says a supermajority of Americans now say they support unions. Groups hope to deliver more wins for workers.

Democrats Crushing GOP in Fundraising

A 4-1 edge for state Democratic party last year, the biggest ever. And they have Scott Walker and Republicans to thank.

Lena Taylor Appointed to Milwaukee County Circuit Court

Long-serving state senator is latest Evers appointment to local circuit court.

Wisconsin Democrats Restart Push For Comprehensive Sex Education

Proposal is modeled after state law.

Wisconsin Democrats Applaud Governor Evers’ State of the State Address

Senate Votes to Fire Evers Appointee from Public Service Commission

Tyler Huebner rejected. Senate also passes electric vehicle, nudity ban and tax cut bills.

Chisholm Reflects on Time as Milwaukee’s Top Prosecutor

He has served for 17 years as DA, overseeing turbulent times in city's history.

GOP Committee Votes to Toss Utility Commissioner Tyler Huebner

RENEW Wisconsin leader on PSC board since 2020, but never confirmed by Legislature.

State Labor Secretary Touts Wins in 2023

Record year for apprenticeships and much improved unemployment insurance system.

District 8 Becoming More Democratic. Its Senator Isn’t.

State Sen. Dan Knodl votes like MAGA Republican in a nearly evenly divided district.

District Attorney John Chisholm Won’t Seek Reelection

Chisholm has served as Milwaukee County District Attorney since 2007.

Supreme Court’s Redistricting Consultants Will Cost Up To $200,000

Two college professors are each being paid $450 per hour.

Kenosha City Council Approves Hard Rock Casino Deal

At least three other entities must still endorse deal.

WEDC Leader Missy Hughes Had Big Year

Microsoft deal, biotech project among high points in 2023 for state agency.

Possible Revival For Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee Commuter Rail Line

KRM project, killed in 2011, would connect lakefront communities in southern Wisconsin.

Did Leonard Leo Save Scott Walker?

Federalist Society leader helped elect Wisconsin justices who killed John Doe probe.

Top 10 State Government Stories of 2023

A year filled with surprises and big stories, led by the election of Janet Protasiewicz to Supreme Court.

The Year’s Most Popular Stories

10 stories that had huge readership, and tell us a lot about Milwaukee and Wisconsin.

MAGA Republicans Hate Robin Vos

Assembly Speaker confesses he regrets hiring Gableman: 'He was way wackier than I thought.'

Planned Kohler Golf Course Along Lake Michigan Hits Roadblock

Appeals Court upholds judge’s 2019 decision to overturn DNR permit to fill wetlands.

Wisconsin Has A “Smart Growth” Law To Encourage Housing, But No One Is Enforcing It

Planner Robin Palm has been willing to go to court over a proposal in Wauwatosa.

Will Women Vote for Brad Schimel?

Former Attorney General a formidable candidate for state Supreme Court. Except for a couple issues.

8 Questions About State Government

Think you know how our state Capitol works? Try answering these questions.

Foxconn Will Get State Subsidy For 2022

Qualifies for third round of funding. 'There was never going to be... 13,000 jobs."

Wisconsin Wins Grants To Study Five New or Expanded Rail Routes

Studies will design routes to Madison, Green Bay, Eau Claire as well as expanding existing service.

New Act 10 Lawsuit Puts Renewed Focus On Protasiewicz

New Supreme Court judge previously said she disagreed with prior rulings on 2011 law.

Republicans Seek To Abolish Wisconsin Elections Commission

Power would be transferred to Secretary of State, Legislature's election committees.

Martinez to Become President Emeritus

Schimel Could Be Potent Supreme Court Candidate

He's run up big election totals in key counties and statewide running for attorney general.

Public Unions Challenge Act 10 In New Lawsuit

Seeing liberal control of court, unions seeking to overturn Scott Walker's signature legislation.

Former Attorney General Brad Schimel Running For Wisconsin Supreme Court

Schimel, a Republican, enters 2025 race where conservatives hope to take back control of court.

Evers Email Issue Pales Compared to Walker

Both as county exec and governor, Scott Walker systematically evaded public scrutiny.

Evers Conducted State Business Using Phony Email

Governor's email used name of famed pitcher Warren Spahn.

Environmental Groups Want Evers To Block Lakefront Golf Course Land Swap

Kohler, seeking to build golf course near Lake Michigan, needs land swap with state park.

Proposal Would Eliminate Teen Work Permits

Critics say it would eliminate funding for employer education, compliance monitoring.

Kenosha Hard Rock Casino Plan Again Advancing

Two votes expected to occur this month, reviving previously rejected plan.

Is Legislature Illegally Grabbing Executive Power?

Evers suit charges Legislature has repeatedly violated state constitution.

Brewers Stadium Deal Passes the Legislature

Gov. Tony Evers promises to sign it.

State Republicans Now Pushing Agenda Through Constitutional Amendments

The GOP seeks to lock in policy wins by bypassing courts, governor.