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Assembly GOP Proposes $1,000 State Match for ‘Trump Accounts’
Federal government puts $1,000 into an account for babies born after Jan. 1, 2025.
Jan 28th, 2026 by Baylor Spears
Gov. Evers Blasts Madison in Lawsuit Over Uncounted Absentee Ballots
City gets blowback for arguing absentee voting is a 'privilege', not a 'right.'
Jan 28th, 2026 by Sarah Lehr
President Trump Endorses Tom Tiffany for Wisconsin Governor
Trump also endorsed Michael Alfonso, Sean Duffy's son-in-law, to replace Tiffany in Congress.
Jan 28th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Fundraising Reveals Party Priorities in Battle for Wisconsin Legislature
Republican Assembly candidates awash in cash. Democrats have big lead in Senate races.
Jan 27th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Pretti Killing Becomes Issue in WI Governor’s Race
Republican Tom Tiffany says he hasn't seen video of ICE agents shooting Alex Pretti.
Jan 27th, 2026 by Baylor Spears
4 Wisconsin Communities Signed Secret Deals for Big Data Centers
Lack of transparency, public input on billion-dollar deals with big tech companies?
Jan 26th, 2026 by Tom Kertscher
Legislators Adjourn in Two Months, Will Any Bills Get Passed?
Republican leaders plan to go home in two months, reconvene in Jan 2027.
Jan 26th, 2026 by Steven Walters
Evers Says State Surplus Can Fund Both Schools and Property Tax Relief
'We have over $4 billion excess money in our checking account,' governor says.
Jan 26th, 2026 by Beatrice Lawrence
Assembly Backs Nuclear Tax Credits Amid Data Center Boom
Wide bipartisan vote advances 20-year incentives for new reactors, adds new rules.
Jan 23rd, 2026 by Rich Kremer
GOP Scales Back Iconic Stewardship Program While Extending It to 2030
Republicans say bill adds guardrails; Democrats say it waters down a conservation legacy, centralizes power.
Jan 23rd, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk
More Than Policy, Dem Candidates Differ on Style and Tone
The seven-leading gubernatorial candidates participated in a forum Wednesday night.
Jan 22nd, 2026 by Erik Gunn
GOP Plan Would Expand Online Mental Health Help for Wisconsin Teens
Pilot program would give at least 50,000 high school students access to virtual counseling and peer support.
Jan 22nd, 2026 by Corrinne Hess
State DHS Asks for $70 Million to Cover FoodShare Costs
Trump's Big Beautiful Bill shifted SNAP food assistance costs to the states.
Jan 22nd, 2026 by Hope Kirwan
Gov. Evers and GOP Lawmakers Near a Deal on PFAS Pollution
'Optimistic' after long series of disagreements on funding PFAS contamination.
Jan 22nd, 2026 by Danielle Kaeding
10 Takeaways From Governor’s Race Donations
How much money was raised, and from who, tells us a lot about the candidates.
Jan 20th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Republican U.S. Rep Van Orden Pushed on Hospital Funding
Trump may cut $800 million for WI hospitals, Democratic legislators demand response.
Jan 20th, 2026 by Baylor Spears
250 Deadlines in Crowded Political Year
April, August, November elections dominate packed political calendar.
Jan 19th, 2026 by Steven Walters
Early Fundraising Shows Competitive Democratic Primary for Governor
Crowley leads 7 Democrats who've raised 6-figure sums; Tiffany is GOP leader.
Jan 17th, 2026 by Shawn Johnson
Analysis Adds $1 Billion To State Budget Surplus
The numbers come as both parties are putting the finishing touches on their 2026 campaign agendas.
Jan 16th, 2026 by Shawn Johnson
No-Tax-on-Tips Plan Clears Assembly, Heads to Wisconsin Senate
Republicans and some Democrats support exempting up to $25,000 in tips from state income tax.
Jan 16th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Wisconsin Puts State Dollars Into Local Food For The First Time
Feeding Wisconsin calls $10 million program a critical investment as donations fall and more residents seek help.
Jan 15th, 2026 by Hope Kirwan
A Stealth Campaign for Supreme Court?
Republican campaign seems deliberately quiet. So why elevate abortion issue?
Jan 15th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
Assembly Passes Constitutional Amendments
One would outlaw DIE programs in Wisconsin.
Jan 14th, 2026 by Baylor Spears
Republicans Trade Blame With Evers for Rising Property Taxes
Governor must 'admit he made a mistake,' says Vos. Nope, says Evers.
Jan 14th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Wisconsin’s State Building Footprint Has Shrunk by 10%
All since 2021. Should that continue? Candidates for governor weigh in.
Jan 13th, 2026 by Brittany Carloni
Evers Calls on Republicans to Offer Property Tax Relief
Discussing his final year in office, objects to immigration crackdown.
Jan 13th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Evers’ Last Appeal to the GOP Legislature
Will governor's last State of the State speech call out Robin Vos?
Jan 12th, 2026 by Steven Walters
Van Orden Votes With Democrats on Health Care Subsidies
A 'temporary patch' for a broken system says Congressman. Dems called it 'performative.'
Jan 9th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Fatal ICE Shooting Spurs Sharp Partisan Divide Among Wisconsin Leaders
From calls to dismantle ICE to claims of domestic terrorism, state politicians offer starkly different reactions.
Jan 9th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
DEI, Veto Amendments Could Be on November Ballot
Hearings highlight sharp divides over race-conscious programs and who should control tax increases.
Jan 8th, 2026 by Baylor Spears
Evers Shifts Judicial Appointee to Fill Dugan’s Seat
Governor taps judicial appointee for different branch to take Dugan's seat.
Jan 7th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Republican Legislators Consider Bills to Expand Gun Rights
No permits needed for concealed carry and a bold constitutional amendment.
Jan 7th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Legislators Debate Schools’ Policy on Pronoun Changes
Bill requires schools to inform parents if students change names, pronouns.
Jan 7th, 2026 by Baylor Spears
Priebus Doubts Tim Michels Will Enter Governor’s Race
It's 'a little late,' says Republican who advised Michels failed 2022 campaign.
Jan 6th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Evers Has Appointed 63 Judges
Along with many district attorneys, sheriffs, registers of deeds and coroners.
Jan 5th, 2026 by Steven Walters
Judge Hannah Dugan Resigns
After felony conviction she is appealing, Milwaukee judge says she will fight 'for our independent judiciary.'
Jan 4th, 2026 by Sarah Lehr
Proposal Would Add Explainers To Wisconsin Referendums
The bill's author believes the current process leads to confused voters.
Jan 2nd, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Mandela Barnes Is Democratic Front-Runner In Governor’s Race
The field is large. The key issue may be electability.
Dec 31st, 2025 by Christa Dutton / NOTUS and Jade Lozada / NOTUS, Wisconsin Watch
Judge Maxine White Retiring in April
Evers will appoint replacement for WI Court of Appeals District 1 Chief Judge.
Dec 30th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
GOP Candidates for Governor Talk Trump, Money, Issues
Tiffany and Schoemann disagree on Trump's impact on August primary.
Dec 29th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Wisconsin’s Most Forgiving Governor
No one in state history has given more pardons than Tony Evers.
Dec 29th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Top 10 Stories of The Year
In an amazingly newsworthy year, what were top state issues?
Dec 29th, 2025 by Steven Walters
After 24 Years Without a Commutation, Will Evers Act?
Organizers say the outgoing governor has a rare chance to use unilateral clemency powers.
Dec 26th, 2025 by Sarah Lehr
Chadha’s Shadow Over Wisconsin’s Legislative Veto
Courts are dismantling veto power. Some legislators still trying to use it.
Dec 25th, 2025 by Bruce Thompson
County Provides Aid to Local Food Pantries
Funding approved after government shutdown disrupted federal food aid.
Dec 24th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Evers Announces Judge Wagner’s Replacement
Governor appoints assistant DA Owen Piotrowski to circuit court seat.
Dec 24th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Senate President Confident GOP Won’t Lose Majority
'We’re going to run on the same policies we’ve always run on,' Felzkowski says.
Dec 23rd, 2025 by Baylor Spears
GOP Bill Requires Homeless Sex Offenders to Wear GPS Monitors
Opponent charges ordinances on where ex-offenders can live causes homelessness.
Dec 23rd, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Former PSC Chair to Run Alliant Energy’s WI Utility Business
Watchdogs say 'revolving door' between utilities and regulating them is a concern.
Dec 22nd, 2025 by Joe Schulz
Wisconsin Ratepayers Owe $1 Billion on Shuttered Power Plants
Will ramp-up for energy-hungry data centers end with more 'stranded assets'?
Dec 22nd, 2025 by Tom Kertscher and Paul Kiefer
Republican Attacks Misleading on State Stewardship Program?
Data shows just 1.13% of all state land conserved by Knowles-Nelson program.
Dec 22nd, 2025 by Henry Redman
Rule Change Aims To Boost Kin Placements For Wisconsin Foster Children
With 39% of foster kids already first placed with relatives, state officials hope streamlined rules will connect even more children to family.
Dec 19th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Property Taxes Up By The Most Since 2018
Includes 7.8% average hike in WI school property taxes, the most in 30 years.
Dec 17th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
Senate Minority Leader Hesselbein Hopeful for More Bipartisan 2026
Wants Legislature to cap prescription drugs cost and expand homestead tax credit.
Dec 17th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Gov. Evers Urges Trump to ‘Abandon’ AI Executive Order
Warns that executive order to remove barriers from AI use will make kids 'less safe.'
Dec 17th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Josh Kaul Has Joined 40 Multi-State Suits Against Trump Administration
Wisconsin's Attorney General looks back on a long year of litigation.
Dec 16th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Wisconsin Candidates Decry Money in Politics, Plan to Raise Tons of It
2015 state law with 'billionaires' loophole' has transformed Wisconsin elections.
Dec 15th, 2025 by Ruth Conniff
Feds Call Out Wisconsin, Other States for Diverting Benefits for Foster Kids
39 states do this. Evers tried to end practice but GOP legislators killed provision.
Dec 15th, 2025 by Erik Gunn
A Wisconsin Political Trivia Quiz
Have a little holiday fun and see how many you get right.
Dec 15th, 2025 by Steven Walters
On Campaign Trail, Barnes Pushes State-Funded Universal Child Care
At Pewaukee center, parents and providers tell the Democratic hopeful that low wages and teacher shortages are closing classroom doors statewide.
Dec 12th, 2025 by Erik Gunn
Legislative Panel Approves Teaching Requirements for UW Faculty
Republicans added the requirement to the recently approved state budget.
Dec 12th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Joel Brennan Launches Campaign for Governor
Democratic insider joins crowded primary. Interim GMC replacement named.
Dec 11th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin Shelters Could Be Hit By Proposed Federal Funding Cuts
The Trump administration has injected uncertainty on use of federal funds to combat homelessness.
Dec 11th, 2025 by Trevor Hook
Wisconsin Moves to Require Lead Service Lines Replaced By 2037
Some groups hail the move for strengthening protections, but others voice concerns about costs.
Dec 11th, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding
‘Sextortion’ Now A Crime in Wisconsin
Gov. Evers signs several bills into law.
Dec 11th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Conservation Projects Face 2026 Cutoff of State Stewardship Fund
'So many beautiful, wonderful places kind of on the chopping block.'
Dec 9th, 2025 by Henry Redman
Evers Signs ‘Bradyn’s Law’ to Fight Sextortion of Teens
Bipartisan law makes sexual extortion a felony; tougher penalties if it leads to suicide.
Dec 9th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
State Bill Gives Tax Credits to New Nuclear Power Plants
12-1 bipartisan committee vote seeks more energy to supply data centers.
Dec 9th, 2025 by Joe Schulz
Mandela Barnes Aims to Raise $50 Million in Governor’s Race
Plans to offer a 'unifying message to defeat extremists and extremism.'
Dec 9th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Total Cost of Foxconn Is Rising
Latest deal provides more taxpayer subsidies. Total cost per job to date is astounding.
Dec 8th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
New State Program Will Hand Out $10 Million for Violence Prevention
Evers directing $10 million in federal funds to local governments, schools, nonprofits.
Dec 8th, 2025 by Evan Casey
Evers Vetoes Bill Barring Medicaid Payments to Undocumented Immigrants
State law already prevents this, Evers says, while making 8 other vetoes.
Dec 7th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Hales Corners Gets State Aid To Combat PFAS Contamination
Safe Drinking Water Loan Program helps smaller Wisconsin villages fund water projects.
Dec 5th, 2025 by Lorin Cox
Bill Would Allow Wisconsin Youth Offenders To Appeal Life Sentences
More than 100 people would be eligible.
Dec 4th, 2025 by Frank Zufall
Bipartisan Proposal Would Cap Payday Loan Interest in Wisconsin
State report found some payday lenders charge as much as 850% interest.
Dec 4th, 2025 by Joe Schulz
Gov. Evers Appoints New Head of Wisconsin Economic Development Corp.
John W. Miller was a congressional staffer and venture capital founder.
Dec 3rd, 2025 by Joe Schulz
State Literacy Report Says 36% of Youngest Students ‘At Risk’
36% of 4K through third grade Wisconsin students below 25th percentile for reading.
Dec 3rd, 2025 by Baylor Spears
As Living Costs Soar, Tax Relief Shrinks for Low-Income Wisconsin Residents
Homestead tax credit has withered due to inflation, legislative inaction.
Dec 1st, 2025 by Hongyu Liu
Wisconsin Eye Could Go Out of Business
Does it matter? Only if you care about government transparency.
Nov 28th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
With Gerrymandering Lawsuits In Hands of Judges, What Happens Next?
This will be the first time the state has used judicial panels to consider redistricting lawsuits.
Nov 28th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Wisconsin Water Quality Rule Finalized Despite Republican Objections
Rule by Evers administration comes after years of wrangling over 2015 EPA regulation.
Nov 26th, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding
WI Supreme Court Considers Suit to Remap Congressional Districts
Appoints 3-judge panels to consider: must map with 6-2 Republican split be redrawn?
Nov 26th, 2025 by Shawn Johnson
State Sues Over Trump Administration Funding Cuts for Homeless
Kaul joins 19 states in suit. Cuts would leave many homeless in Milwaukee.
Nov 26th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Officials Call On Feds — Don’t Take Away Food Aid
SNAP pause and future cuts to it in 'One Big Beautiful Bill' hurt people, they warn.
Nov 25th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Why Republicans Pass Bills They Know Gov. Evers Will Veto
Key part of their strategy to win elections in 2026, hold power in Legislature.
Nov 24th, 2025 by Brittany Carloni
The Battle Over On-Line Betting
Gambling keeps growing in Wisconsin. How did we get here?
Nov 24th, 2025 by Steven Walters
WisconsinEye, State’s Public Access Channel, Might Shut Down
The network says they will stop all coverage Dec. 15 if they are unable to receive enough donations to continue operations.
Nov 21st, 2025 by Steph Conquest-Ware
Estimating Failure Results in Special Education Aid Falling Short of Touted Record Level
Result could be more school district referendums.
Nov 21st, 2025 by Baylor Spears
9 Winning Issues For Democrats
Trump and Republicans seek 80/20 issues to run on. Should Wisconsin Democrats do the same?
Nov 20th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Online Sports Betting in Wisconsin Hits Roadblock in Legislature
Conservative groups, talk radio opposed it, leaving bill's future in question
Nov 19th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Senate Passes Bills to Eliminate 400-Year Veto, Redefine Abortion
And a bipartisan bill that bars health care for undocumented immigrants.
Nov 19th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Wisconsin Communities Get $282 Million for Drinking Water Projects
State's Safe Drinking Water Loan Program helps 74 communities, led by Oak Creek.
Nov 19th, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding
Top City Official Resigns
Preston Cole rose to the unofficial title of 'deputy mayor,' then walked away.
Nov 18th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Report on Wisconsin Prisons Warns of Overcrowding, High Staff Turnover
Raises alarms about solitary confinement of people with mental illness.
Nov 18th, 2025 by Sarah Lehr
Health Care a Top Issue for Sara Rodriguez in Governors Race
Wisconsin's Lt. Governor, a Democrat, is a former nurse and CDC health official.
Nov 18th, 2025 by Erik Gunn
Wisconsin Recharges Electric Vehicle Project
$14 million for 26 charging stations, after successful suit against Trump Administration.
Nov 17th, 2025 by Erik Gunn
Republican Bill Cracks Down on Political Donations Via Credit Card
Trying to stop 'smurfing' or following Trump's lead targeting Act Blue donations?
Nov 16th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Unemployment Legislation Gets Cold Reception From Democrats
Proposal includes multiple controversial tweaks to Wisconsin's unemployment insurance system.
Nov 14th, 2025 by Erik Gunn
Wisconsin Lawmakers Propose Cannabis Regulation Overhaul
Alcohol's three-tier system could be coming to CBD industry. Industry members are concerned.
Nov 14th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Prominent Democrat ‘Very Seriously’ Considering Bid for Governor
Joel Brennan's entry could shake up already crowded field.
Nov 13th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
