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Did Fred Prehn Flout Open Records Law?

Did Fred Prehn Flout Open Records Law?

Judge hears arguments whether Natural Resources Board member who refused to resign withheld records.

As Heating Costs Rise Counties Face Calls for Energy Assistance

As Heating Costs Rise Counties Face Calls for Energy Assistance

'We're getting calls like crazy,' says Milwaukee County official.

Senate Democrats Elect New Leadership

Senate Democrats Elect New Leadership

Sen. Melissa Agard will lead 11 Democrats, just one third of the Senate.

Referendums Show Local Government Funding Challenges

Referendums Show Local Government Funding Challenges

While state aid remains stagnant, localities across Wisconsin seek property tax hikes.

What Will Happen to Evers’ Appointees?

What Will Happen to Evers’ Appointees?

After four years, a long list of his appointees to head departments, serve on state boards still haven't been approved by GOP Senate.

The State of Politics: Democrats Retain Capitol ‘Firewalls’
The State of Politics

Democrats Retain Capitol ‘Firewalls’

Barnes sets record, the most telling campaign quote and Northwest Wisconsin turns red.

Legislative Democrats Review Losses, Strategy

Legislative Democrats Review Losses, Strategy

Party lost 4 more seats, hopes for compromise on some issues with Republicans.

Op Ed: 5 Lessons From Mid-Term Election
Op Ed

5 Lessons From Mid-Term Election

Milwaukee's under-performance is a problem. And lack of national Democratic funding doomed Pfaff.

Don’t Disband Elections Commission Says Its Administrator

Don’t Disband Elections Commission Says Its Administrator

Commission is bipartisan by design and must hold public meetings. Michels had suggested eliminating Walker-created commission.

Robin Vos Reelected Assembly Speaker

Robin Vos Reelected Assembly Speaker

"I can't stick with one person and ride the ship down," said Vos about Trump potentially running for president in 2024.

Analyzing Milwaukee Area Turnout and Results That Led To Evers’ Win

Analyzing Milwaukee Area Turnout and Results That Led To Evers’ Win

Governor pulled off something no Wisconsin Democrat has accomplished in 60 years.

Wisconsin Voters Endorse Marijuana Legalization, Abortion Rights In Referendums

Wisconsin Voters Endorse Marijuana Legalization, Abortion Rights In Referendums

But county-level referendums were only advisory

Wisconsin Voters Approve Majority of School Referendums

Wisconsin Voters Approve Majority of School Referendums

Voters in 42 districts were asked to raise revenue limits for their schools.

Barnes Urges Supporters To Keep Fighting for Change

Barnes Urges Supporters To Keep Fighting for Change

Lt. Governor who lost US Senate race thanks supporters in speech at Sherman Phoenix.

Murphy’s Law: 21 Election Winners and Losers
Murphy’s Law

21 Election Winners and Losers

Beyond the ballot totals, which groups, advocates and trends won or lost?

Republicans Don’t Win Veto-Proof Legislature

Republicans Don’t Win Veto-Proof Legislature

Had to flip five Assembly seats and one Senate district and fell short.

Murphy’s Law: The Curious Candidacy of Joan Beglinger
Murphy’s Law

The Curious Candidacy of Joan Beglinger

Out-of-state group spends on ads for independent to help defeat Tim Michels.

Kaul Defeats Toney for Attorney General

Kaul Defeats Toney for Attorney General

Incumbent wins reelection by tiny, 33,000-vote margin. Toney concedes defeat.

Evers Defeats Michels, Wins Second Term

Evers Defeats Michels, Wins Second Term

Democrats score key win, maintain roadblock on Republican policies.

Milwaukee Building New Cruise Ship Dock

Milwaukee Building New Cruise Ship Dock

Funding secured, dock to be completed by 2024, to help maintain, grow city's cruise ship business.

Wisconsin Led Nation In Using Federal Pandemic Relief to Promote Economy

Wisconsin Led Nation In Using Federal Pandemic Relief to Promote Economy

Evers uses 56% of federal ARPA funds for economic development, helps 6,600 businesses.

Murphy’s Law: Michels, Johnson Are Threats to Democracy
Murphy’s Law

Michels, Johnson Are Threats to Democracy

Both have engaged in or plan actions to overthrow democratic elections.

Republicans Seek Veto-Proof Legislature

Republicans Seek Veto-Proof Legislature

GOP supermajority possible if they flip one senate district, five assembly seats now held by Democrats.

Op-Ed: Gov. Evers Is Delivering for Our Kids
Op-Ed

Gov. Evers Is Delivering for Our Kids

A champion of education funding, helping our schools' national ranking rise. Tim Michels would take us backward.

Bernie Sanders Barnstorms Wisconsin

Bernie Sanders Barnstorms Wisconsin

Democrat Socialist campaigns for state Dems in four college towns: Eau Claire, La Crosse, Madison and Oshkosh.

Vote Tuesday: Candidates For Governor and Lieutenant Governor
Vote Tuesday

Candidates For Governor and Lieutenant Governor

Evers and Michels are each at the top of ticket in highly-contested fall 2022 election.

MKE County: 120 New Homes for King Park Neighborhood
MKE County

120 New Homes for King Park Neighborhood

County, CDA select Emem Group and Habitat as developers.

Is Democracy Actually On the Ballot?

Is Democracy Actually On the Ballot?

Republicans have promised numerous changes to how elections are run, while Michels claims they'll never lose another election if he wins.

Residents Express Outrage At Hearing Over Plan To Hike Electric Rates 13%

Residents Express Outrage At Hearing Over Plan To Hike Electric Rates 13%

We Energies proposal would increase average bill by $14 per month, more than twice original proposal.

Murphy’s Law: Attorney General Race Is A Brutal Battle
Murphy’s Law

Attorney General Race Is A Brutal Battle

Can Democrat Josh Kaul withstand the attacks? He's cool under fire, but maybe too cool.

Marquette Poll Shows Races Tightening

Marquette Poll Shows Races Tightening

New poll shows governor's race is tied, Johnson leading Barnes 50% to 48%.

Data Wonk: Who Is The Real Tim Michels?
Data Wonk

Who Is The Real Tim Michels?

Pragmatic businessman or right-wing idealogue? His policy statements offer clues.

Campaign Cash: Evers Outraises Michels in Election
Campaign Cash

Evers Outraises Michels in Election

Governor has raised nearly $28 million this year, about $3 million more than his challenger.

Barnes Calls Johnson a ‘Danger To This State’

Barnes Calls Johnson a ‘Danger To This State’

Democratic challenger for U.S. Senate blasts Johnson, Trump in speech to Rotary Club.

Murphy’s Law: Has Michels Abandoned Trump?
Murphy’s Law

Has Michels Abandoned Trump?

Or has Trump abandoned Michels in governor's race? The silence is deafening.

Would Michels Break Up Wisconsin DNR?

Would Michels Break Up Wisconsin DNR?

GOP canddidate for governor says he'd consider this. Other Republicans have tried and failed.

Kaul’s Campaign Pushes Abortion Rights

Kaul’s Campaign Pushes Abortion Rights

Democratic Attorney General also pushes gun control, environmental protection in closely fought battle for reelection.

The State of Politics: 7 Issues That Define Evers, Michels
The State of Politics

7 Issues That Define Evers, Michels

Democratic Gov. Tony Evers and GOP challenger Tim Michels deeply disagree on the issues.

Op Ed: Beware Skewed Numbers on School Funding
Op Ed

Beware Skewed Numbers on School Funding

School choice supporters push misleading statistics.

Obama Says Evers, Barnes Will ‘Fight For You’

Obama Says Evers, Barnes Will ‘Fight For You’

In Milwaukee former president warns future of democracy hinges on 2022 election.

Anti-Transgender Efforts Permeating Wisconsin’s Schools, Political Campaigns

Anti-Transgender Efforts Permeating Wisconsin’s Schools, Political Campaigns

Misinformation and fear-mongering leading to lawsuits, protests and harassment.

MKE County: Evers Appoints Denita Ball Milwaukee County Sheriff
MKE County

Evers Appoints Denita Ball Milwaukee County Sheriff

Ball makes history ahead of schedule as first female Milwaukee County Sheriff.

Fiserv Moving Headquarters, More Than 750 Employees Downtown

Fiserv Moving Headquarters, More Than 750 Employees Downtown

Brookfield-based financial technology company with 44,000 employees moving HQ to former Boston Store building.

Murphy’s Law: Age of Voters Will Decide Election
Murphy’s Law

Age of Voters Will Decide Election

Key fact: a vast difference in political views between those under and over age 40.

Early In-Person Voting Begins In State

Early In-Person Voting Begins In State

Even as election lawsuits continue, nearly 260,000 voters across Wisconsin have submitted absentee ballots.

They Love Ron Johnson

They Love Ron Johnson

At a rally for U.S. Senator, supporters extoll Johnson as an "honest man" and a fighter.

Dead Bird, Image of Mandela Barnes Left Outside Kenosha NAACP President’s Home

Dead Bird, Image of Mandela Barnes Left Outside Kenosha NAACP President’s Home

Literature darkened Barnes skin. Latest in series of racially tinged campaign incidents.

Republicans Hope to Flip Three Legislative Seats in Northern Wisconsin

Republicans Hope to Flip Three Legislative Seats in Northern Wisconsin

Gerrymandering could help them gain supermajority and veto-proof Legislature.

The State of Politics: Evers, Michels Split on Public Schools
The State of Politics

Evers, Michels Split on Public Schools

Evers wants $2 billion hike in K-12 school aid, Michels wants all the money for voucher schools.

Campaign Cash: Record Spending by Outside Groups for Republicans
Campaign Cash

Record Spending by Outside Groups for Republicans

$29 million to support GOP candidates for state office vs. $7.7 million for Democrats.

Johnson’s Campaign Solicits Reports of Voter Fraud

Johnson’s Campaign Solicits Reports of Voter Fraud

U.S. Senator already "casting doubt" on results of election. Democrats charge.

Op Ed: State Surplus Could Fund Water Upgrades
Op Ed

State Surplus Could Fund Water Upgrades

Today is 'Imagine A Day Without Water' day. Without the right investment that day could arrive.

How Will Evers, Michels Handle Crime?

How Will Evers, Michels Handle Crime?

Challenger hammering key issue for Republicans, independents. What solutions does each candidate for governor offer?

Wisconsin’s Tax Burden Is At Lowest Point in 20 Years

Wisconsin’s Tax Burden Is At Lowest Point in 20 Years

WPF report finds that it has resulted in a decline in spending on education, other items. State ranks 24th in nation.

DNR Unveils Wisconsin PFAS Contamination Map

DNR Unveils Wisconsin PFAS Contamination Map

New site shows a number of contaminated Milwaukee sites.

Tim Michels Promises to Fix Milwaukee

Tim Michels Promises to Fix Milwaukee

But how? He made his case Tuesday at Rotary luncheon.

Evers, Michels In Agreement That Governor’s Veto Pen Is Stopping Republican Policies

Evers, Michels In Agreement That Governor’s Veto Pen Is Stopping Republican Policies

Gov. Evers has set record for vetoes, but Michels plans to sign GOP bills sent to him.

State Begins Collecting Environmentally-Damaging Firefighting Foam

State Begins Collecting Environmentally-Damaging Firefighting Foam

Contractor aims to collect at least 25,000 gallons of PFAS-laden foam.

The State of Politics: The Actual Stats Behind Wisconsin’s Polarizing Crime Ads
The State of Politics

The Actual Stats Behind Wisconsin’s Polarizing Crime Ads

Rhetoric and reality don't line up statewide, but Milwaukee County is an outlier.

Evers, Michels Spar in Their Only Debate

Evers, Michels Spar in Their Only Debate

Candidates in close race have clear differences on abortion, talent attraction, election results, gun laws and education.

Utility Regulators End Consumer Protections Enacted During Pandemic

Utility Regulators End Consumer Protections Enacted During Pandemic

Requirements for payment plans before disconnection, or delayed shutoffs when a customer tested positive for COVID-19 are ending.

Clean Energy Jobs Rebound After Pandemic Losses

Clean Energy Jobs Rebound After Pandemic Losses

But like other industries, jobs still lower than pre-pandemic levels.

First Lady Visits Milwaukee, Meets With MPS Families and Union

First Lady Visits Milwaukee, Meets With MPS Families and Union

First Lady Jill Biden, a former teacher, talks to parents, students and teachers about challenges.

Ron Johnson Expanding Lead Over Mandela Barnes in US Senate Race

Ron Johnson Expanding Lead Over Mandela Barnes in US Senate Race

New Marquette poll has Gov. Tony Evers holding a slight lead over Tim Michels in race for governor.

Transportation: Construction Underway on Traffic Calming Projects
Transportation

Construction Underway on Traffic Calming Projects

New curb bump-outs and other interventions aim to reduce reckless driving.

Despite Voter Concern, Climate Change Largely Absent From U.S. Senate Race

Despite Voter Concern, Climate Change Largely Absent From U.S. Senate Race

Polls show voters are concerned, but not enough that strategists believe it will impact turnout.

Evers Says Fixing Financial Relationship Between State, Milwaukee and Other Cities Is Top Priority

Evers Says Fixing Financial Relationship Between State, Milwaukee and Other Cities Is Top Priority

But his proposal leaves Milwaukee far short of the revenue it needs to avoid substantial cuts.

Wisconsin Joins Multi-State Pact In Bid for Hydrogen Funding

Wisconsin Joins Multi-State Pact In Bid for Hydrogen Funding

Wisconsin joins MN, ND and MT in creating "hub" that hopes to land part of $8 billion in federal clean energy funding.

MKE County: County To Get a New Plan For Trail Network
MKE County

County To Get a New Plan For Trail Network

County receives grant funding from the state to update its Trails Network Plan.

Ron Johnson Plays To Extremes in Re-Election Bid

Ron Johnson Plays To Extremes in Re-Election Bid

Polling shows Johnson's favorability and unfavorability ratings are both at or near record highs.

The State of Politics: Seven Questions For Tony Evers and Tim Michels
The State of Politics

Seven Questions For Tony Evers and Tim Michels

Gubernatorial candidates will square off Friday night in their only debate.

Anti-Labor Laws Have Hurt Workers, But Provided Little Help To Governments

Anti-Labor Laws Have Hurt Workers, But Provided Little Help To Governments

Analysis finds efforts to drive costs down on things like road construction haven't succeeded

Johnson and Barnes Show Clear Differences in First Debate

Johnson and Barnes Show Clear Differences in First Debate

Candidates discussed marijuana, bail reform, Milwaukee crime, gay marriage, gun control and more.

Poll Finds 70% Support For Expanding BadgerCare

Poll Finds 70% Support For Expanding BadgerCare

State health program has been largely absent from gubernatioral race.

Judge’s Ruling Blocks Canceling and Replacing of Absentee Ballots

Judge’s Ruling Blocks Canceling and Replacing of Absentee Ballots

Former AG Brad Schimel, now Waukesha judge, blocks "ballot spoiling."

Republicans Immediately Adjourn Evers’ Special Session On Abortion Referendum

Republicans Immediately Adjourn Evers’ Special Session On Abortion Referendum

Proposal would have allowed a referendum to overturn 1849 abortion ban.

Minority Women Disproportionately Harmed by Surge in Domestic Violence Murders

Minority Women Disproportionately Harmed by Surge in Domestic Violence Murders

Approximately half of 80 victims were people of color, despite Wisconsin being 87% white.

Evers v. Michels is Most Expensive Governor’s Race in Country

Evers v. Michels is Most Expensive Governor’s Race in Country

Both campaigns spent a combined $55 million since August.

What’s Next For Lawsuit Over Wisconsin’s 1849 Abortion Ban?

What’s Next For Lawsuit Over Wisconsin’s 1849 Abortion Ban?

Attorney General Josh Kaul pursuing lawsuit to block law's enforcement.

Pushback Emerges Against We Energies’ Proposed Rate Hike

Pushback Emerges Against We Energies’ Proposed Rate Hike

Utility seeking to raise gas prices 10.4% and electricity prices 8.4% on top Ukraine-related price increases.

Republican-Controlled Legislature Has Hindered Environmental Protection

Republican-Controlled Legislature Has Hindered Environmental Protection

Conservation group releases report claims politics have trumped environment since 2011.

After Texts Released, DNR Board Member Publicly Calls For Prehn To Resign

After Texts Released, DNR Board Member Publicly Calls For Prehn To Resign

Walker appointee with expired term has refused to leave board, which texts reveal is politically motivated.

Referendums Seek To Block Election Grants From Zuckerberg, Others

Referendums Seek To Block Election Grants From Zuckerberg, Others

Four counties will ask voters nonbinding question regarding election grants.

Attorney General Seeks Huge Spending Hike

Attorney General Seeks Huge Spending Hike

Calling it a ‘crime-fighting budget,’ Kaul wants a roughly 60% increase in next biennium.

State Is Awash in Election Ads

State Is Awash in Election Ads

Wisconsin is an “epicenter,” national leader in U.S. Senate election ads.

MKE County: Forensic Science Center Gains Funding
MKE County

Forensic Science Center Gains Funding

State commits $20 million toward county's new $127 million home for medical examiner and emergency management.

The State of Politics: Just How Purple Is Wisconsin?
The State of Politics

Just How Purple Is Wisconsin?

Election results going back three decades show an almost perfectly divided state.

Op Ed: Wisconsin Needs Direct Democracy
Op Ed

Wisconsin Needs Direct Democracy

Other states have binding referendums. Evers' call for it echoes Gov. McGovern 111 years ago.

Republican Michels Flip-Flops on Abortion

Republican Michels Flip-Flops on Abortion

Republican candidate for governor changed his position on exceptions to state abortion ban.

State Superintendent Says Public Education Needs More Funding

State Superintendent Says Public Education Needs More Funding

Superintendent Jill Underly discussed challenges including mental health and racial disparities.

3 Technical College System Board Members Won’t Resign

3 Technical College System Board Members Won’t Resign

Republican appointees’ terms to serve on state board ended in May 2021 but they won’t step down.

Vice President Backs Abortion Fight

Vice President Backs Abortion Fight

Kamala Harris visits Milwaukee, speaks to Democratic Attorneys General group, endorses Josh Kaul's lawsuit against abortion ban.

Evers Wants Voters to Decide Abortion Through Ballot Initiative

Evers Wants Voters to Decide Abortion Through Ballot Initiative

Governor proposes constitutional amendment allowing direct democracy.

Lincoln Hills Faces Rising Population, Staff Shortage

Lincoln Hills Faces Rising Population, Staff Shortage

State Department of Corrections looking to hire more staff at juvenile facility.

Michels Demands Evers Halt Pardons, Parole

Michels Demands Evers Halt Pardons, Parole

Evers office said it’s against the law, governor has no power to end parole process.

Michels Attacks Evers on Preschool Transgender Resources

Michels Attacks Evers on Preschool Transgender Resources

DPI says it’s not part of curriculum. Governor says he trusts parents to make decisions.

Vice President Harris Will Visit Milwaukee

Vice President Harris Will Visit Milwaukee

Harris coming Thursday to speak at Democratic Attorneys General conference, meet with local Latino leaders.

Back in the News: Will Candidates Accept Election Results?
Back in the News

Will Candidates Accept Election Results?

Evers and Barnes say they will honor November results. Michels and Johnson refuse to say.

The State of Politics: Judges Writing New Election Rules
The State of Politics

Judges Writing New Election Rules

Partisan impasse between governor and Legislature increasingly leaves courts deciding rules.

DeSantis Backs Michels, Says State Can Be Like Florida

DeSantis Backs Michels, Says State Can Be Like Florida

‘Everything we've done in Florida, you will be able to do,' he declares at Green Bay rally.

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