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DoorDash Topped Wisconsin Lobbying Spending In 2025
Company spent millions trying to keep its drivers from being classified as employees.
May 22nd, 2026 by Peter Cameron
Evers Asks Trump For Disaster Declaration After April Storms Batter Wisconsin
Governor cites more than $27 million in storm and flood damage across 19 counties and Oneida Nation.
May 22nd, 2026 by Joe Schulz
EPA PFAS Rollback Puts Wisconsin Drinking Water Limits In Legal Crosshairs
Experts say state rules could be more vulnerable to lawsuits as federal standards weaken.
May 21st, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding
Failed Evers-GOP Deal Would Have Created State Budget Deficit
An analysis by the Legislature's nonpartisan budget office found it would have created a $2.9 billion deficit.
May 21st, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Wisconsin Republicans Seek Younger Voters
Urgent appeals by old guard at state convention. Polls show age 18-29 voters favor Democrats.
May 19th, 2026 by Brittany Carloni
Evers Says School Leaders ‘Beside Themselves’ at Failure of Funding Deal
Governor said he was assured of Republican support, which Tiffany helped peel away.
May 18th, 2026 by Shawn Johnson
Why Legislature Killed Tax Cut, School Aid Plan
Why did Democrats abandon Gov. Evers, joining key Republicans who rebelled?
May 18th, 2026 by Steven Walters
WI Assembly Democratic Leader ‘Optimistic’ About Big Wins In November
Why party could score a trifecta, winning both houses of Legislature and governor's race.
May 17th, 2026 by Henry Redman
Why Tech Colleges Fought Evers-Vos-LeMahieu Spending Plan
System president says the surplus deal shifted money “from one pocket to another” without new support.
May 15th, 2026 by Trevor Hook
The Questions Wisconsin Reporters Are Not Asking Tom Tiffany
An election denier could be the GOP nominee for governor, yet basic accountability questions remain untouched.
May 15th, 2026 by Bill Christofferson
Trump EPA Cuts Could Hit Small Wisconsin Towns Hardest
Rural communities fear higher water rates and delayed projects if loan forgiveness shrinks sharply.
May 15th, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding
As Prediction Markets Grow, Evers Moves To Block Insider Trading
Executive order follows lawsuits over Kalshi and other platforms in Wisconsin courts.
May 14th, 2026 by Sarah Lehr
Wisconsin Senate Sinks Bipartisan Tax And School Funding Deal
Evers, Vos and LeMahieu’s retirement-year compromise unravels amid revolt and 2026 politics.
May 14th, 2026 by Shawn Johnson and Rich Kremer
WILL Sues to Block Wisconsin’s Conversion Therapy Ban
Conservative law firm argues counselors have a right to provide Christ-centered therapy.
May 13th, 2026 by Joe Schulz
Democrats Split with Gov. Tony Evers Over School Funding Deal
'Three lame ducks' reached the agreement? But GOP legislators praise the deal.
May 13th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Federal DHS Targets Madison Business Owner Pardoned by Gov. Evers
Federal officials still trying to deport Mexican restaurant owner after his release from detention.
May 12th, 2026 by Sarah Lehr
Tiffany, Republicans Look Terrible on Gas Prices
Trump, Sean Duffy, entire party getting killed on issue that’s critical to their voters.
May 11th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Evers, GOP Leaders Announce Deal on Tax Relief and School Funding
$1.9 billion deal includes direct payments of $300 to all income tax payers.
May 11th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk
The Impact of Two Cases Challenging Wisconsin’s Congressional Districts
Both judicial panels have essentially kicked the cases back to Wisconsin Supreme Court.
May 10th, 2026 by Bruce Thompson
Evers Wins Another Battle Over Agency Rulemaking
Republican legislators had stalled new rules for years. Dane County judge rules for governor.
May 9th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Lawsuit Challenges Wisconsin Ban On Out-Of-State Signature Collectors
Conservative law firm says bipartisan law limiting petition circulators violates free speech rights.
May 7th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
We Energies CEO Says Another Data Center Announcement is Coming
Scott Lauber optimistic about projects in the pipeline.
May 7th, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding
Evers Sues GOP-Controlled Joint Finance Committee. Again
Challenges 2018 lame-duck law giving committee power over how state DOJ settles civil suits.
May 6th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Tony Evers Revived Commutations; What Will Wisconsin’s Next Governor Do?
Most Democratic candidates support it. Barnes excludes those convicted of murder.
May 5th, 2026 by Brittany Carloni
Was Dan Bice Wisconsin’s Most Important Journalist?
Remembering the unique style of the Journal Sentinel columnist and former colleague.
May 4th, 2026 by Steven Walters
Forest Service Chief Discusses Milwaukee Office Closure, Deep Budget Cuts
Trump's budget cut 75% of agency's funding, affects 43 employees in Milwaukee office.
May 4th, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding
Milwaukee Districts Could Be Affected by Voting Rights Act Ruling
Could US Supreme Court ruling lead to changes in Common Council and school board maps?
May 4th, 2026 by Alexander Shur
State To Embed Literacy Coaches In 11 Milwaukee Public Schools
Part of effort that will send coaches to 54 schools statewide.
Apr 30th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess
The Inside Story of Democratic Race for Governor
Was a white centrist male candidate seen as the solution?
Apr 30th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Second Judicial Panel Rejects Challenge to WI Congressional Map
Law Forward promises to appeal to Wisconsin Supreme Court.
Apr 29th, 2026 by Shawn Johnson
Feds Suing Wisconsin Over Prediction Markets
Federal government sues to prevent state regulation of these companies.
Apr 28th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Appeals Court Judge Pedro Colón Announces 2027 WI Supreme Court Bid
He's the second liberal judge to enter race to replace conservative Justice Annette Ziegler.
Apr 28th, 2026 by Henry Redman
Most Democratic Governor Candidates Support Evers’ Commutations Policy
But not Mandela Barnes. Republican Tom Tiffany also opposed.
Apr 27th, 2026 by Brittany Carloni
Candidates Tout Endorsements as WI Primary Season Heats Up
Will support from Trump, teachers union or controversial congresswoman help or hurt?
Apr 27th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Wisconsin Data Center Tax Break Will Cost Taxpayers More Than $2 Billion
A loss of $1.5 billion during construction and $369 million annually after that.
Apr 27th, 2026 by Tom Kertscher
After Week of Severe Storms, Wisconsin Weighs Case For Federal Help
State and local teams are racing to complete storm damage assessments from Ringle to Shiocton and beyond.
Apr 24th, 2026 by Evan Casey
As Student Homelessness Hits New High, Capitol Debate Stalls On Solutions
More than 20,000 Wisconsin students identified in recent school year, but protections for unaccompanied youth did not advance.
Apr 23rd, 2026 by Baylor Spears
Wisconsin DNR To Slash Fish Stocking, Close Two Hatcheries Amid Shortfall
Musky stocking will drop 70% and walleye 45% as lawmakers stall on spending approval.
Apr 23rd, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding
State’s Utilities Running Scared
After decades of high profits and executive salaries, why they could face opposition.
Apr 22nd, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Earth Day 2026 Arrives at Fraught Climate Moment
Founded 60 years ago by Wisconsin Sen. Gaylord Nelson. Were stakes ever higher?
Apr 22nd, 2026 by Henry Redman
Wisconsin Has Planted 54 Million Trees Since 2021
But Gov. Evers' goal of 100 million by 2030 may fall short without state stewardship program.
Apr 21st, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding
New Violence Prevention Director Narrowly Approved
Karin Tyler endured rocky approval process, but the job is now hers.
Apr 21st, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Report ‘Cross-Examines’ Wisconsin Criminal Justice System
Spending less than most states on its judicial and legal systems, but more on prisons.
Apr 21st, 2026 by Andrew Kennard
Evers’ Commutation Orders An Urgent Issue for Prison Inmates, Advocates
A 9-month window of opportunity to seek release or shorter term of incarceration.
Apr 21st, 2026 by Frank Zufall
The Republican ‘Statutory Scheme’
How GOP legislators got away with spending $26 million on private attorneys and charging taxpayers.
Apr 20th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
61% of School Referendums in Wisconsin Passed
State voters approved 46 of 75 local referendums, hiking property taxes by $564 million.
Apr 16th, 2026 by Hongyu Liu and Miranda Dunlap
Democrats Vying for WI Governor Take on Data Centers, Climate Change
All 7 want more regulations on data center developments.
Apr 15th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Legislature Leaves Open Issues of Gerrymandering, Tax Relief
GOP leaders leave special session open, saying they want talks with Gov. Evers.
Apr 15th, 2026 by Baylor Spears
Republicans Lose Campaign Cash Game They Created
Democrats are winning using rules Scott Walker and Republicans passed into law.
Apr 15th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
WisconsinEye CEO Jon Henkes Hoping for Legislative Special Session
Without action he warns of 'possible permanent shutdown of the network.'
Apr 14th, 2026 by Baylor Spears
How Evers Plan To Issue Commutations Works
Evers’ commutation process offers hope to some lifers, but excludes sex offenses and recent violence behind bars.
Apr 13th, 2026 by Steven Walters
Council Showdown Set Over Violence Prevention Director
And just how far is Mayor Cavalier Johnson willing to go to fund the department?
Apr 10th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Evers OKs Sports Betting, Pledges To Keep Tribes On Equal Footing
Law allows online wagers statewide as governor pushes for a joint venture among all tribal nations.
Apr 10th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Rothman Says He Was Blindsided. Regents Tell A Different Story.
At a tense Senate hearing, UW leaders detail concerns about his leadership while staying mum on closed-door talks.
Apr 9th, 2026 by Sarah Lehr
New Wisconsin Law Targets Overdose Risk After Prison Release
State will seek a federal waiver to cover treatment and meds for eligible people 90 days before release.
Apr 9th, 2026 by Andrew Kennard
Wisconsin To Let DACA Immigrants Work As Nurses, Teachers, Electricians
Evers signs bipartisan bill at El Rey, citing workforce shortages and fairness.
Apr 9th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
City of Waukesha Elects Democratic Mayor
'I think we’re rejecting that MAGA agenda,' says the new mayor.
Apr 8th, 2026 by Evan Casey
UW Board of Regents Fires President Jay Rothman
Rothman refused to step down, demanded reasons. Legislator calls it a 'hatchet job.'
Apr 8th, 2026 by Sarah Lehr
Gov. Evers Signs Bills Releasing Funds to Combat PFAS Pollution
Finally $125 million released to protect drinking water from toxic 'forever chemicals.'
Apr 7th, 2026 by Baylor Spears
GOP Legislators Criticize UW Regents, Defend Jay Rothman
Opposing effort to oust UW leader. Gov. Evers say it's up to board. 'It's their call.'
Apr 6th, 2026 by Baylor Spears
Wisconsin Takes Millions in Federal Aid from Foster Kids and Parents
Both parties have called for ending 'orphan tax.' Why hasn't it happened?
Apr 6th, 2026 by Natalie Yahr and Brittany Carloni
6 Contested Circuit Court Races on April 7 Ballot
19 of 25 circuit court races in Wisconsin are uncontested. Which counties have races?
Apr 6th, 2026 by Henry Redman
What Happened to Tax-Cut Negotiations?
Key negotiators aren't around. After all that talk, the tax-cut looks unlikely.
Apr 6th, 2026 by Steven Walters
Evers Vetoes GOP Bill Ending Tax on Overtime and Tips
Also vetos bill requiring counties to cooperate with ICE, and killing 400-year veto.
Apr 4th, 2026 by Baylor Spears
Smiter Challenges Sup. Martin in District 7
Four-term incumbent faces challenge by second-time political candidate. And the issues?
Apr 4th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Evers Revives Commutations, Pressures GOP On Broader Prison Reforms
With prisons overcrowded, the governor urges lawmakers to act while he restarts reviews on his own.
Apr 3rd, 2026 by Sarah Lehr
Lazar, Taylor Draw Sharp Lines In Only Wisconsin Supreme Court Debate
Abortion, recusal rules and the limits of “values” on the bench dominate Milwaukee TV showdown.
Apr 3rd, 2026 by Brittany Carloni
What The Supreme Court’s Conversion Therapy Ruling Means For Wisconsin
An 8-1 free speech decision raises new questions for state and local bans, but offers a path to rewrite them too.
Apr 2nd, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Evers Calls Trump’s Order Restricting Mail-In Voting ‘Bulls––t’
Governor says the order is illegal. 'We'll see President Trump in court.'
Apr 1st, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Differing With Some Democrats, Evers Vetoes 5 Transgender Bills
Says 'hell no' to restricting gender-affirming health care and team sports access.
Apr 1st, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Three-Judge Panel Rejects Lawsuit to Redo State’s Congressional Maps
But another Democratic suit to remap WI districts will go to trial.
Apr 1st, 2026 by Henry Redman
The Amazingly High Cost of Housing
Why the American Dream is becoming impossible in Wisconsin.
Apr 1st, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Evers Approves Workers Comp Increases
With creative veto governor redirects state labor department money to fund it.
Mar 31st, 2026 by Erik Gunn
Evers Vetoes Bill to Join Federal Tax Credits for Voucher Scholarships
'Runs roughshod over public education,' governor says. MMAC disagrees.
Mar 31st, 2026 by Corrinne Hess
Republicans Badly Divided in Final Senate Session
GOP senator blames 'the corrosive impact of excessive special-interest influence.'
Mar 30th, 2026 by Steven Walters
Thousands Join Third Round of ‘No Kings’ Protests in Wisconsin
More than 100 demonstrations planned across the state.
Mar 28th, 2026 by Sarah Lehr, Evan Casey, and Danielle Kaeding
Evers Vetoes GOP Bill With Limits on School Referendum Requests
One of three Republican education-related bills the governor vetoed.
Mar 28th, 2026 by Baylor Spears
Opioid Treatment In Wisconsin Jails Doubles, Yet Gaps Persist
Most jails now offer at least one addiction medication, but some counties still provide no access.
Mar 27th, 2026 by Frank Zufall
Council Hits Pause On Violence Prevention Pick After Grant Snub
Loss of a $2 million state grant deepens doubts about Karin Tyler and the future of the new department.
Mar 27th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
$80 Million In PFAS Grants Could Start Flowing This Fall
DNR targets private wells, schools and sludge testing as it builds out new PFAS programs statewide.
Mar 26th, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding
Will Taxpayers Pay Salaries of College Players?
WI Legislature adds another category of millionaire players subsidized by taxpayers.
Mar 24th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
To Get More SNAP Funds, Evers Signs Bill Banning Soda, Candy
Bill banning such purchases includes $70 million more to administer program.
Mar 24th, 2026 by Baylor Spears
State Land Stewardship Program Likely to Expire in June
Senate didn't act on bills to extend popular Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program.
Mar 23rd, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding
Evers Vetoes GOP Bills to Limit Rulemaking, Bar ‘Rights of Nature’
Also vetoes bills to kill 'race-based' programs and regulate free speech at universities.
Mar 23rd, 2026 by Baylor Spears
Chris Taylor Stresses Advocacy for People in WI Supreme Court Race
Liberal candidate in April 7 election is an advocate for 'individual rights and freedoms.'
Mar 23rd, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Opponents of Bill Defining Antisemitism Push Evers to Veto It
Charging it would chill free speech, criminalize protests against Israeli government.
Mar 21st, 2026 by Erik Gunn
How One Wisconsin Family Helped Change Breast Screening Rules
After a Neenah woman’s breast cancer was missed, advocates spent years pushing for state law change.
Mar 20th, 2026 by WPR Staff
Evers Signs Roadside Drug Test Law Amid Rising Impaired Crashes
Nearly one in three fatal Wisconsin crashes involves impairment as police gain a new screening tool.
Mar 19th, 2026 by Steph Conquest-Ware
Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu Won’t Seek Reelection
LeMahieu's announcement comes just weeks after Assembly Speaker Robin Vos announced his retirement
Mar 19th, 2026 by Shawn Johnson
Crowley Focuses on ‘Building Bridges’ in 2026 State of the County
The county executive promotes major infrastructure projects, policy successes in annual address.
Mar 19th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Wisconsin is Now 49th State With Postpartum Medicaid Coverage
Governor Evers had proposed the policy in four straight budget proposals.
Mar 19th, 2026 by Jenny Peek
WI Senate Depends on Democrats to Pass Online Sports Betting Bill
Bill part of lengthy agenda as senators race to finish final day of 2026 session.
Mar 18th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Vos Warns Data Centers Issue Could Cost Republicans Votes
Chastises GOP-Led Senate on '80 percent issue,' dropping bill to regulate data centers.
Mar 18th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk
WI Democrats Float $1.3 Billion Plan for Schools Amid Tax Cut Talks
Proposal hikes funding for special education and general school aid.
Mar 17th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess
After Years of Delay, WI Legislature Passes Bills Addressing PFAS
With Senate approval, 'important' bills to spend $133 million go to Gov. Evers to sign.
Mar 17th, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding
70 School Districts Have Referendums on April Ballots
Three districts in Wisconsin talk about why they need financial help.
Mar 17th, 2026 by Baylor Spears
Trump Wants to ‘Save’ Great Lakes From Invasive Carp, But Halts Funds
Federal funds for barrier system halted as Army Corps of Engineers reviews projects.
Mar 16th, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding
Why the Rise in Property Tax Anger?
It's ebbed and flowed since the 1960s, as state politicians tried different solutions.
Mar 16th, 2026 by Steven Walters
Court Filing Targets DOJ Role In Kenosha Police Killing Complaint Review
Retired detective says Justice Department’s contacts with victims board tainted case over 2004 shooting.
Mar 13th, 2026 by Erik Gunn
Bill Would Let Egg Farm Buy Public Land Amid Bird Flu Crisis
Republicans say the land sale could protect the egg supply; critics call it a giveaway.
Mar 13th, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding
