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Film Wisconsin Office Awarded $1 Million in Tax Credits to 6 Productions
'UECK, a documentary about Bob Uecker, among those funded by new state office.
Aug 21st, 2026 by Evan Casey
Gov. Evers, Wisconsin DNR Urge Release of $10 Million to Address PFAS
GOP legislators haven't released funds for safe drinking water, testing and replacing polluted wells.
Aug 20th, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding
County Celebrates Renovation of Clinton Rose Senior Center
Gov. Tony Evers joined County Executive David Crowley for ribbon cutting at renovated center.
Aug 20th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Sheboygan County Sheriff’s Deputies at Polls Ignite Voter Intimidation Concerns
Their presence at polls August 12 came without 'consent from officials across the county.'
Aug 20th, 2026 by Baylor Spears
Amtrak Updating Locomotives, Buying New Equipment For Hiawatha
Two federal grants will rehab equipment, purchase more trains.
Aug 19th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Tiffany’s Vote for 2025 Medicaid Cuts Could Be Issue in Race for Governor
45,000 people in Wisconsin lost health coverage. 'Biggest cut we've ever seen in this country.'
Aug 19th, 2026 by Erik Gunn
Data Centers a Hot Issue As Governor’s Race Takes Off
Who will be tougher and smarter on data centers, Crowley or Tiffany?
Aug 18th, 2026 by Baylor Spears
Wisconsin to Hold Hearings on Commuting Sentences for Prisoners
Poll shows majority in the state support clemency for some offenders.
Aug 18th, 2026 by Natalie Yahr
How Republicans Helped Elect Crowley
They spent millions to help Hong win Democratic primary for governor, then began attacking her.
Aug 17th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
What Wisconsin Primary Fight Means for 8 Democrats
Lots of losers in race for governor. How does it affect their political future?
Aug 17th, 2026 by Steven Walters
Ben Wikler Sees ‘Wind’ in Democrats’ Sails
Why former Wisconsin Democratic chair thinks party can win trifecta in November election.
Aug 17th, 2026 by Joe Tarr
Crowley, Tiffany Launch Dueling Seven-Figure Ad Blitz For Governor
Both parties rush onto Wisconsin airwaves to define the race just days after the primary upset.
Aug 14th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Eight-Year I-94 Project Could Be Extended Even Longer
Transportation department says project needs funding faster to avoid delay, costs grow by $60 million.
Aug 13th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
New Maps Make Wisconsin Legislature A True Tossup For Both Parties
For the first time since 2010, Democrats and Republicans both see paths to majorities in Madison.
Aug 13th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
$11.2 Million In State Loans Fuel Six Milwaukee Housing Projects
WHEDA awards will help create about 300 apartments, from City Campus to Mitchell Street.
Aug 13th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
11 Key Takeaways From Wisconsin’s Election
A look at DSA momentum, late-deciding voters and the road to Tiffany in November.
Aug 12th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Who Is Yee Leng Xiong, Democrats’ Pick For State Treasurer?
The Marathon County official and former Hmong American Center director will take on Republican John Leiber this fall.
Aug 12th, 2026 by Erik Gunn
After Narrow Win, Crowley Tries To Turn Page On Democratic Divide
At Sherman Phoenix, gubernatorial nominee urges coalition from Milwaukee to rural Wisconsin against Tiffany.
Aug 12th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin Matches Second-Highest Tornado Total, With Season Still Ongoing
State has logged 46 tornadoes so far in 2026, far above average, and could see more before fall cools things down.
Aug 12th, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding
Comeback Crowley Narrowly Eclipses Hong, Will Face Tiffany
From drop out to winner in three weeks.
Aug 12th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Election Results Delayed by Download Error
'Human error' keeps entire nation waiting to see who won gubernatorial primary.
Aug 12th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Crowley Makes Final Pitch to Voters Ahead of Primary Election
County Executive David Crowley and Gov. Tony Evers finish whistlestop tour with campaign event in Milwaukee.
Aug 11th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Questions for Wisconsin’s Next Governor
From a $2.36 billion surplus to child care, here are issues the nominees must answer for voters.
Aug 10th, 2026 by Steven Walters
Democrats For Governor Split Over Future Of Wisconsin School Vouchers, Funding
Some candidates would phase out vouchers, others say ending them now is unrealistic for families and schools.
Aug 10th, 2026 by Baylor Spears
Lawsuit Filed Over Wisconsin’s Trans Birth Certificate Law
ACLU challenges state rule that some judges interpret as requiring invasive surgeries to change legal sex marker.
Aug 10th, 2026 by Sarah Lehr
Lessons from Wisconsin’s 2018 Democratic Gubernatorial Primary
Tony Evers won, but the detailed results could providence guidance for the 2026 race.
Aug 8th, 2026 by John D. Johnson
From Canceling Thanksgiving To Calling It Her Favorite Holiday
Francesca Hong recalibrates her online persona as Republicans seize on years-old tweets.
Aug 7th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
With Evers And Moore Behind Him, Crowley Tries To Flip The Script
Backed by key Democrats, the Milwaukee County executive still trails Hong but says he has enough time.
Aug 6th, 2026 by Baylor Spears
‘We Drained Our Savings,’ The Long Tail Of Milwaukee’s 2025 Floods
A year later, basements are largely rebuilt, but financial and emotional scars remain.
Aug 6th, 2026 by Evan Casey
Crowley Gains Support as Hong Confronts Social Media Controversy
Hong defending her past statements as Crowley is gaining late momentum.
Aug 5th, 2026 by Baylor Spears
Conservative Groups Sue to Stop Online Sports Betting in Wisconsin
Lawsuit claims bipartisan law passed in March and allowing such betting is unconstitutional
Aug 5th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Crowley Outraises Hong in July, Despite Briefly Leaving Race for Governor
Crowley raised $776,000, compared to $339,000 for Hong. Tiffany was far ahead of both.
Aug 5th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Crowley Is Only One Who Could Beat Hong
It’s a two-person race. Can the county executive make up the gap in one week?
Aug 5th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Labor Unions Stand by Crowley
Labor leaders back Crowley in final week of primary. 'David's delivering around the state as county executive.'
Aug 4th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
FBI Director Kash Patel Campaigns for Rep. Van Orden in Eau Claire
10th visit by top Trump adm. official to help Van Orden triggers feud with Gov. Evers over fighting 'fraud.'
Aug 4th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Gov. Tony Evers Rallies with Milwaukee Co. Exec David Crowley in Appleton
Evers says Democratic frontrunner Francesca Hong spends too much time 'talking on Twitter.'
Aug 4th, 2026 by Joe Schulz
Qualified Nurses with 4-Year Degrees Can Now Teach College Clinical Courses
Gov. Tony Evers’ new emergency rule addresses nursing school faculty shortage.
Aug 3rd, 2026 by Elissa Eaton
Barnes Drops Out of Race for Governor
Former lieutenant governor drops out after disappointing Marquette Poll, calls for party unity.
Jul 30th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Mainstream Democrats Pin Hopes on David Crowley’s Reboot Campaign for Governor
A revived campaign with Gov. Evers backing as mainstream alternative to frontrunner Francesca Hong.
Jul 30th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk
GOP Chair Schimming Says Hong Makes Job Easier
Wisconsin Republican leader says State Rep. Francesca Hong has "unique weaknesses."
Jul 29th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Crowley Was Weakest in Democratic Governor Debate
And Hong looked inexperienced at times. Which candidates were the strongest?
Jul 29th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Democratic Candidates for WI Governor Mostly Agree, Avoid Attacks in Debate
Most agree not to cut police funding, to reduce the voucher program and better regulate data centers.
Jul 29th, 2026 by Baylor Spears
Milwaukee Mayor Pushes Early Voting, Absentee Drop-Offs
Early voting sites are now open and accepting absentee ballot drop-offs for Aug 11 primary.
Jul 28th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
State Revokes Brewing License for Liberal Provocateur Kirk Bangstad
Minocqua Brewing Company owner has until Aug. 4 to appeal decision he calls 'laughable.'
Jul 27th, 2026 by Avery Martinez
Madison Police Killing Will Shake Up Democratic Race for Governor
The issue will drive election turnout, help and hurt Hong. How will it impact other candidates?
Jul 27th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
What Explains Evers Endorsement of David Crowley for Governor?
He had expressly avoided endorsing anyone for governor, including 3 Democrats who worked for him.
Jul 27th, 2026 by Steven Walters
Evers Pushes Trump to Speed up DACA Renewals
Trump's immigration crackdown has put recipients' applications on hold. There are 5,000 in Wisconsin.
Jul 27th, 2026 by Henry Redman
Taxpayers Fund Crowley Campaign Security, For Now
Crowley campaign waiting to reimburse county for campaign security until the end of the campaign.
Jul 26th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Democrats Sue Wisconsin Elections Commission Over Absentee Ballot Rules
New WEC guidance limits ballot 'spoiling' as thousands of early votes are already in.
Jul 24th, 2026 by Shawn Johnson
Baldwin, Evers Press USPS On Mail Delays Before 2026 Elections
Wisconsin leaders warn slow mail could leave absentee ballots uncounted.
Jul 24th, 2026 by Henry Redman
The Rationale for Rebuilding Milwaukee County’s Public Safety Building
County Supervisor Shawn Rolland argues Milwaukee can't afford to wait.
Jul 23rd, 2026 by Sup. Shawn Rolland
David Crowley Revealed To Have Secret Twitter Account With Crude Messages
His campaign denies he authored worst messages. 'I would never say those things,' Crowley said.
Jul 22nd, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Marquette Poll Shows Hong Leading, Barnes Second
But results not so meaningful as Rodriguez was still in race and Crowley out when survey done.
Jul 22nd, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Gov. Evers Calls on Trump to Stop Extending Life of Coal Plants
Warns that federal order keeping aging plants online could cost Wisconsin ratepayers $117 million.
Jul 22nd, 2026 by Joe Schulz
Democratic Candidates For Governor Discuss Each Other
At a forum in Madison, Barnes, Hong and Roys are asked what they've learned from each other.
Jul 21st, 2026 by Baylor Spears
Absentee Voters Could Pick Candidates Who Drop Out of Races
Tens of thousands in Wisconsin have already voted in August primary. Can they vote again?
Jul 21st, 2026 by Sarah Lehr
Was Rodriguez Campaign the Worst in State History?
Experts from both parties weigh in. And where does this leave Democrats?
Jul 20th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Francesca Hong’s Policy on Data Centers Is Unique
Only governor candidate to propose 1-year moratorium. What would it mean for Wisconsin?
Jul 20th, 2026 by Joe Schulz
Tom Tiffany Sells Himself as Folksy Everyman in Race for Governor
Republican downplays his very partisan voting record and ties to President Trump.
Jul 20th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Wikler Concedes Democratic Party’s Image Problems
The 'blob' of the Democratic Party organization is the problem, and solution, he says.
Jul 20th, 2026 by Steven Walters
Finance Chair Moves To Block Courthouse Referendum
Politics of midterm elections influence debate over $897 million courthouse project.
Jul 18th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Crowley Reenters Governor’s Race With Evers’ Endorsement
Outgoing governor makes dramatic endorsement. Mayor Johnson, others add their backing.
Jul 18th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
GOP Spends Big To Define Hong, But Is It Helping Her Instead?
Republican Governors Association ads attack Hong on immigration and policing, as Democrats warn of primary meddling.
Jul 17th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess
Crowley Will Reenter Race For Governor
A key endorsement could be in the offing.
Jul 17th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez Ends Campaign For Governor
From establishment front-runner to out of the race in a week.
Jul 17th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Megadonors Power Tiffany Bid As Democrats Jockey In Governor Fundraising Race
Uihleins and Hendricks pour more than $6 million into GOP, while Barnes leads crowded Dem field in cash raised.
Jul 16th, 2026 by Baylor Spears
Wisconsin Prisons Are 5,000 People Over Capacity, Protesters Want Action Now
DOC points to rejected Evers budgets as advocates push for oversight and population cuts.
Jul 16th, 2026 by Sarah Lehr
Evers Blasts FEMA Over Storm Aid Rejection, Vows To Fight For Funds
Governor says Trump administration is downplaying tornado and flooding damage from April storms.
Jul 16th, 2026 by Evan Casey
How Did Support For Environment Get So Partisan?
Rankings show extreme split on issue. No more champions like TR and Tommy?
Jul 15th, 2026 by Bruce Thompson
Missed Ad Buy Exposes Big Money Problem For Sara Rodriguez
How a planned $1 million TV blitz became a scramble to reconcile campaign books and fire a top aide.
Jul 13th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez Fires Campaign Manager in Democratic Governor Race
Blames manager for 'serious mismanagement and inaccuracies' in campaign finance reports.
Jul 13th, 2026 by Shawn Johnson
How Evers ‘Fixed the Damn Roads’
He got help from Republican legislators and federal pandemic funding.
Jul 13th, 2026 by Steven Walters
Brennan Pitches Experience, People Skills in Race for Governor
Democrat says voters want governor to get things done. 'Joel doesn’t wake up looking for a fight.'
Jul 11th, 2026 by Erik Gunn
Wisconsin Supreme Court Backs Kaul on Control of Settlement Funds
Liberal majority says the attorney general can direct multistate lawsuit money within the state’s general fund.
Jul 10th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Vance Speech Uses Milwaukee Case To Sell Trump’s Fraud Agenda
Visiting city to raise money at $10,000 per couple event at Pfister Hotel.
Jul 8th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin Religious Leaders Rally to Protect Voting Rights
Clergy will show up at local polling places for November elections as poll chaplains.
Jul 8th, 2026 by Erik Gunn
Milwaukee Homeowners Can Get FEMA Assistance for Spring Storms
Federal government approved $22.6 million more funding for Wisconsin on June 30.
Jul 8th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
325 Political Candidates Offer Their Favorite Wisconsin Fun Fact
Including the sundae, hamburger, Dungeons & Dragons and an underground railroad ship.
Jul 6th, 2026 by Brittany Carloni, Zoey Elwood and Audrey Lopez-Stane
Francesca Hong Bets Wisconsin Will Embrace Democratic Socialism
'If it is radical to have free child care and public grocery stores, let’s be radical.'
Jul 5th, 2026 by Baylor Spears
Man Accused Of Making Terrorist Threats Against Top Wisconsin Official
Fond du Lac resident faces three felony counts after alleged death threats to an unnamed executive and family.
Jul 2nd, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Trump Administration Axes Wisconsin Teen Pregnancy Prevention Funding
State health officials confirm all federal dollars are gone and say a lawsuit is on the table.
Jul 2nd, 2026 by Erik Gunn
Trump Says $22.6 Million in Disaster Aid Coming to Wisconsin
President says he told U.S. Rep Tom Tiffany about it. Gov Evers seems skeptical.
Jul 1st, 2026 by Rich Kremer
National Democratic Group Will Target 9 Wisconsin Legislative Seats
DLCC will help Democratic candidates with fundraising, research, polling and more.
Jun 30th, 2026 by Baylor Spears
Oconto Falls Suit Says School Officials Indifferent to Sexual Abuse for Decades
'I’ve never seen facts like this, ever,' said attorney who filed the case.
Jun 30th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess
Gloves Are Off in Democratic Primary for Governor
Democrats attack each other. And did one of them leak story to Journal Sentinel?
Jun 29th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
National Teacher Apprenticeship Program Coming to Wisconsin
National Center for Grow Your Own hopes to put more educators in state's classrooms.
Jun 29th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess
The Politics of Lt. Governor Position
The governor doesn't pick the lieutenant. And they often don't get along.
Jun 29th, 2026 by Steven Walters
Could E15 Biofuel Give Wisconsin Corn A Big Boost?
National shift to year-round 15% ethanol could help growers, but maybe not motorists.
Jun 27th, 2026 by Trevor Hook
Passenger Rail Advocates Gather in Milwaukee
High Speed Rail Alliance hosts event at Oriental Theatre.
Jun 25th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Low SNAP Error Rate Helps Wisconsin Dodge New Federal Penalties
Staying under a 6% error threshold means the state avoids sharing FoodShare costs with Washington, for now.
Jun 25th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Former Wisconsin Governor Announces Endorsement
Former Gov. Schreiber says Sara Rodriguez’s life story shows she can win statewide in November.
Jun 25th, 2026 by Martin Schreiber
What Does Hughes Quitting Tell Us About Governor’s Race?
A top tier of liberal candidates emerging. Will there be more Democratic dropouts?
Jun 24th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Democratic Governor Candidates Address Criminal Justice, Inequality
WISDOM forum provides chance for in-depth answers by candidates.
Jun 24th, 2026 by Isiah Holmes
State Sen. Kelda Roys Hopes to Shake Up Democratic Governor Race
'I have by far the most experience in and around state government.'
Jun 23rd, 2026 by Baylor Spears
First Major Candidate Drops Out of Wisconsin Governor Race
Missy Hughes suspends campaign, makes endorsement.
Jun 22nd, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Race for Wisconsin Attorney General Could Be Very Close. Again
Rematch of Eric Toney against incumbent Democrat Josh Kaul will be hard fought.
Jun 22nd, 2026 by Steven Walters
All Candidates for WI Governor Vow to Revive Land Conservation Program
All Democrats and Tiffany say they will restore the Knowles-Nelson stewardship program.
Jun 22nd, 2026 by Rich Kremer
New Literacy Leader Inherits High Goals, Withheld Funds And Low Scores
DPI’s Kaylee Jackson must navigate Act 20 mandates after a funding fight slowed the state’s reading overhaul.
Jun 20th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess
Evers Raises Juneteenth Flag In Final Year As Governor
Capitol ceremony marks progress, ongoing struggle and honors the late Michael Johnson.
Jun 18th, 2026 by Baylor Spears
Democratic Socialist Hong Meets Milwaukee’s Capitalists
Gubernatorial candidate speaks at the 'most exclusive club in the city.'
Jun 18th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
