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Wisconsin Is Experiencing a Surge in Wheel Taxes
Without other options, local governments increasingly turn to the option for funding.
Nov 13th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Beware of Data Center Darkness
There's little transparency on these deals. No one knows what the impact on Wisconsin will be.
Nov 12th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
This Veterans Day Wisconsin Serves Fewer Homeless Vets
State officials argue over closing of veterans agencies in Green Bay, Chippewa Falls.
Nov 11th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Evers Calls Out Trump For Trying to Claw Back Food Assistance
This would be 'embarrassing for any president of the United States,' governor says.
Nov 11th, 2025 by Hope Kirwan
Do Big Democratic Wins Last Week Signal a Wisconsin Midterm Wave?
Trump approval declining, Wisconsin Democrats 'feeling more positive.'
Nov 10th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Evers Says SNAP Food Benefits Remain Available
Governor flatly refuse Trump administration order to withdraw benefits.
Nov 10th, 2025 by Steph Conquest-Ware
The Imperial Legislature Loses Again
Yet another Wisconsin Supreme Court ruling slaps down legislative overreach.
Nov 9th, 2025 by Bruce Thompson
Wisconsin Gubernatorial Candidates Discuss the Issues at First Forum
Including data centers, AI, marijuana, broadband and of course, Trump.
Nov 8th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
FoodShare Assistance Restored to Wisconsinites
Funds became available overnight, hours after a federal judge ordered the Trump administration to fully fund the program.
Nov 7th, 2025 by WPR Staff
Lack of GOP Support Dooms Absentee Ballot Processing Bill
Despite calling it the most important reform to restore confidence in elections, GOP lawmaker says Senate Republicans aren't on board
Nov 7th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Lawmakers Criticize DPI Superintendent Underly at Hearing
Concerns include that she sent a deputy to represent DPI.
Nov 6th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Superintendent Jill Underly Makes Changes on Sexual Misconduct
Legislative committee grills her on handling of 'sexual grooming' by teachers.
Nov 5th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Milwaukee Food Center Sees Rising Numbers
Desperation over SNAP cutoff, a 60% increase in those seeking food.
Nov 4th, 2025 by Isiah Holmes
Council Passes Tougher Reckless Driving Towing Policy
New state law clears way for long-sought policy change.
Nov 4th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Gov. Evers Vetoes In-Person Work Mandate for State Employees
Governor says flexible work arrangements cut costs, help recruit workers.
Nov 4th, 2025 by Sarah Lehr
City-Led Food Drive Raises $74,000
Leaders urge continued donations as future funding remains uncertain.
Nov 3rd, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Gov. Evers Declares State of Emergency Due to SNAP Funds Cutoff
Directs state agencies to take all necessary measures to address the emergency.
Nov 3rd, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Unemployment Insurance Bill Could Divide Democrats
Labor-management council proposes higher benefits, tougher penalties.
Nov 3rd, 2025 by Erik Gunn
Many in Wisconsin Rely on Food Stamps, Obamacare
Numbers show big statewide impact and even bigger in Milwaukee County.
Nov 3rd, 2025 by Steven Walters
Sludge is Widely Used As Fertilizer, But It Could Include High Levels of PFAS Contamination
Sludge and septage are spread across around half a million acres statewide, but most of it has never been tested for PFAS.
Nov 1st, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding
Governor Signs School Cell Phone Ban, Several Other Laws
Evers' signature advances policies to tackle reckless driving, allow candidates off ballots.
Oct 31st, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Advocates Ask Evers To Issue First Commutations In a Quarter Century
Evers ran for office promising to reduce Wisconsin’s prison population, but population is now growing.
Oct 31st, 2025 by Frank Zufall
MMAC Wants State To Opt Into Federal Voucher School Program
Evers has said participating in the program would be “catastrophic” for public schools.
Oct 30th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
Neighbors Launch Drive to Fill FoodShare Gap
Grassroots network connects volunteers with families in need.
Oct 30th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Marquette Poll Reveals Vast Majority of Voters Undecided On Governor’s Race
An even larger percentage hasn't decided on Supreme Court race.
Oct 30th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Trump Administration Denies More Disaster Aid for Wisconsin
'Adding insult to injury,' Gov. Evers complains, FEMA denies mitigation grants.
Oct 29th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Judge Jeffrey Wagner Will Retire
He's served since 1988. Evers will appoint replacement to finish Wagner's term.
Oct 29th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Bipartisan Wisconsin Bill Would Create New State Disaster Aid Program
$30 million grant program to offer aid for those not covered by federal disaster assistance.
Oct 29th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Building Commission OKs Planning Funds to Reorganize Wisconsin Prisons
$15 million approved despite Republican objections to parts of the plan.
Oct 29th, 2025 by Sarah Lehr
Wisconsin Sues Trump Administration For Food Assistance Cuts
Wisconsin joins two dozen states arguing federal government is violating the law.
Oct 28th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Republican Sen. Jesse James Will Challenge Democratic Sen. Jeff Smith
New legislative map put James's home town into incumbent Democrat's district.
Oct 28th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Evers Warns ACA Premiums Will ‘Skyrocket’ Unless Congress Acts
Governor warns of 200% to 800% hikes unless Republicans extend tax credits.
Oct 28th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Do Democratic Candidates Need to Be More Moderate?
Experts argue it will take a Democrat like Tony Evers to win the state.
Oct 27th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Wisconsin Officials Decry Denial of FEMA Assistance
Trump administration 'is sending a clear message: we do not care about you.'
Oct 27th, 2025 by Isiah Holmes
County Can’t Afford Disaster Recovery
County officials were already cutting the 2026 budget when feds denied disaster aid.
Oct 25th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Wisconsin Chief Justice Warns of Rise of Political Violence
Karofsky says that safety within the court system 's an issue that transcends partisan politics.'
Oct 24th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
FEMA Denies Government Disaster Assistance For Milwaukee Area
Milwaukee County alone says it has $22 million of public infrastructure costs.
Oct 24th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Lawmakers Ask For AG Opinion on Alleged Loophole in Teacher Grooming Cases
Contentious legislative hearing follows news report finding 200 school investigations of sexual misconduct or grooming.
Oct 24th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
City Moving to Enact Reckless Driving Towing Plan
But proposal could be delayed in Madison.
Oct 23rd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Hunger Task Force Prepares for Lapse in Federal Food Assistance
Food bank stocking up as federal funding halted because of shutdown.
Oct 23rd, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Federal Shutdown Could Halt Foodshare by Nov. 1, Evers Warns
Mothers and kids, 700,000 Wisconsin residents will lose access to food aid.
Oct 22nd, 2025 by Erik Gunn
Audit Finds a Quarter of Wisconsin Schools Missed Financial Deadlines
Legislative Audit Bureau report recommends changes to DPI to improve procedures.
Oct 21st, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
How Legislators, Governor Candidate Will Address Affordable Housing Crisis
Do Democrats and Republicans agree on any proposed solutions?
Oct 20th, 2025 by Brittany Carloni
Ethics Board Finds Wausau Mayor Violated City Policy By Removing Ballot Drop Box
But board stopped short of recommending a fine.
Oct 17th, 2025 by Sarah Lehr
Wikler Won’t Run For Governor
Former Wisconsin Democratic Party Chair won't enter open race.
Oct 16th, 2025 by Deneen Smith
Hundreds of Wisconsin Teacher Misconduct Cases Shielded from Public
DPI has investigated hundreds of cases, many involving 'grooming.'
Oct 16th, 2025 by Danielle DuClos
Gov. Evers Calls on Trump To Preserve $1.5 Billion in Wisconsin Energy Grants
U.S. Department of Energy anticipates scaling up earlier announced cuts.
Oct 16th, 2025 by Joe Schulz
Construction Starting On $1.7 Billion Interstate 94 Widening
Closures begin Nov. 3 with construction running through 2033.
Oct 15th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Gets Its Wish, City Can Tow All Reckless Drivers
Loopholes made prior policies "somewhat useless."
Oct 15th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Senate Approves School Cellphone Ban
Senate also passes bill require insurance coverage of breast cancer screenings.
Oct 15th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Assembly Passes Several Public Safety Bills
Democrats largely supported GOP bills, but offered doomed amendments.
Oct 15th, 2025 by Erik Gunn
Democrats Unveil Statewide Tuition Promise Program
Another bill would reverse Act 10 for most UW system employees.
Oct 14th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Groundbreaking Held for Tiny Homes for Veterans
Veterans Community Project serves veterans experiencing homelessness.
Oct 13th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Judges, Legislators Consider Changing Wisconsin’s Election Laws
A court ruling could reshape the election-law debate.
Oct 13th, 2025 by Steven Walters
Wisconsin Lawmakers Debate GOP’s ‘Red Tape Reset’ Bills
Democrats say proposals are designed to overturn governor's court-protected rulemaking power.
Oct 10th, 2025 by Sarah Lehr
WILL Sues Over Plan to Fund Prosecutors in Milwaukee County
State plan diverts funding from school libraries.
Oct 9th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
Assembly Approves GOP Housing Bills
Proposals now head to dormant Senate.
Oct 8th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Wisconsin Lawmakers, DNR Clash Over PFAS Protections in GOP Bills
GOP proposal would shield those who spread PFAS in biosolids with state approval.
Oct 8th, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding
AG Kaul Says He’s Pursuing Reelection, Opts Out of Gubernatorial Race
Prospective Evers replacement opts out of crowded Democratic field.
Oct 7th, 2025 by Erik Gunn
Assembly Speaker Robin Vos Still Weighing Whether To Run For Reelection
Vos has been speaker since 2012.
Oct 6th, 2025 by Shawn Johnson
‘Innovation Center’ Opens On Site of Former Kenosha Auto Plant
Kenosha Innovation Center is a 64,000-square-feet facility.
Oct 6th, 2025 by Evan Casey
After MPS Issue, GOP Lawmakers Would Require Financial Reporting Before Referendums
Bill would bar districts that haven't reported figures to state from advancing a referendum.
Oct 5th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
For The First Time, Wisconsin’s Youth Prisons Are Fully Compliant With Required Reforms
Prison system now fully complying with 2017 court order.
Oct 3rd, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Wisconsin Moves to Bring PFAS Limits In Line with Contested Federal Standards
Industry groups continue to challenge lower levels set in 2024.
Oct 3rd, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding
New COVID-19 Vaccines Becoming Widely Available in Wisconsin
More health systems ramping up access to latest vaccine.
Oct 2nd, 2025 by Erik Gunn
Conservative Judge Maria Lazar Enters Supreme Court Race
Lazar is so far the only conservative to announce for the 2026 race.
Oct 1st, 2025 by Shawn Johnson
Veteran Housing Facilities in Green Bay, Chippewa Falls Close
Republican and Democratic lawmakers continue pointing fingers over who is to blame.
Oct 1st, 2025 by Rich Kremer
DNR Names Companies Responsible for PFAS Contamination In Northern Wisconsin Community
A site inspection found PFAS levels more than three times those typically seen in soil, groundwater and sediments.
Sep 30th, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding
Four Districts Will Shape Control of Wisconsin Senate
Democrats are targeting three Republican incumbents.
Sep 29th, 2025 by Steven Walters
Former WEDC CEO Missy Hughes Enters Race For Governor
Hughes says her experience makes her different than other candidates.
Sep 29th, 2025 by Shawn Johnson
Following Social Media Discoveries, Republican Ends Campaign For Governor
Bill Berrien's decision comes days after news surfaced that he followed authors of sexually explicit essays.
Sep 26th, 2025 by Shawn Johnson
Wisconsin Supreme Court Requests Briefs On Whether Redistricting Lawsuits Should Continue
Liberal firms argue state law requires justices to appoint judicial panel to hear redistricting cases.
Sep 26th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Tiffany Makes His Pitch During First Gubernatorial Campaign Event
Congressman says he is already 'the leader' in the race.
Sep 25th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
State Legislators At Odds on Election Bills
But committee leaders promise 'civil conversations' in effort to meet 'the moment.'
Sep 25th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Republican Rep. Scott Krug Seeks Compromise on State Election Policies
Veteran lawmaker hopes to quiet the conspiracy theories and rebuild public faith.
Sep 24th, 2025 by Alexander Shur
Assembly Republicans Announce Bills to Support Affordable Housing
'We’re talking about small ranch homes, some... built without garages.'
Sep 24th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
US Rep. Tom Tiffany Will Run for Wisconsin Governor
After months of teasing run, Republican makes official entrance into 2026 campaign.
Sep 23rd, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Northridge Mall Completely Demolished
Entrance to old movie theater toughest part of structure to raze. What comes next?
Sep 23rd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Will Data Centers Gobble Up Wisconsin?
Using massive amounts of water and electric power and creating few jobs.
Sep 23rd, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Legislators Propose Tax Incentives to Attract German Company
Company would partner on Hayward plant turning wood pulp into aviation fuel.
Sep 23rd, 2025 by Sarah Lehr
Jessica Seawright Will Run for Oak Creek Area Assembly District
Democrat is social worker. Seat held by Republican Rep. Jessie Rodriguez.
Sep 23rd, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Robin Vos Supports Home Security for Legislators, Justices
But GOP Assembly speaker opposes turning state Capitol into 'armed fortress.'
Sep 22nd, 2025 by Rich Kremer
State Democratic Leaders Back New House Districts
Would back legislation -- if they win governor's race and control of Legislature.
Sep 22nd, 2025 by Steven Walters
State Workers Comp Payments Frozen for 9 Years
As Wisconsin companies saved $1 billion in rate cuts, injured workers fall behind.
Sep 21st, 2025 by Tom Kertscher
DWD Kills Proposal to Subtract Disability Payments From Unemployment Compensation
“This is wonderful news for everyone involved and for the state of Wisconsin in general, disabled or non-disabled," says attorney.
Sep 19th, 2025 by Erik Gunn
Despite Action, Bill Might Be Too Late To Stop Veterans Housing Closure
Two facilities weren't funded in state budget, Sept. 30 deadline looms.
Sep 19th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Common Ground to Exit ACA Marketplace in 11 Wisconsin Counties
An estimated 24,000 people, including thousands in Milwaukee, will need to find a new insurer next year.
Sep 19th, 2025 by Joe Schulz
Microsoft Announces Additional $4 Billion Investment in Wisconsin
Company says first Mount Pleasant data center should be operational by early 2026.
Sep 18th, 2025 by Evan Casey
Bill Would Make Damaging Historical Markers, Statues A Felony
Legislature also consider increasing penalties for human trafficking.
Sep 18th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Gov. Evers’ Executive Order Ensures Access to COVID-19 Vaccines
Move comes as federal FDA ends support of vaccines for most people.
Sep 16th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Wisconsin Depends on Immigration
Immigrants are 7% of state's workforce, 11% of business owners, 16% of physicians, report finds.
Sep 15th, 2025 by Steven Walters
Kelda Roys Joins Growing Democratic Primary for WI Governor
Madison state senator promises to 'protect' the state from Republican 'attacks.'
Sep 15th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Gov. Evers Sues GOP Legislators Again in Rulemaking Dispute
Supreme Court ended their power to block administrative rules, he insists.
Sep 14th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Public Officials Increasingly Won’t Talk to Media
'No comment' leaves readers, the public with no explanation for official actions.
Sep 13th, 2025 by Jim Malewitz
Assembly Passes Bills to Restrict Pride Flags
Republicans also approved bills to require state employees work in-person 80% of the time, restrict Medicaid access for undocumented.
Sep 12th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Wisconsin Wolf Population Stable at 1,200 According To New Estimate
Population is 'settling in' as prime territory fills up.
Sep 12th, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding
Trump Approves Disaster Relief For 1,000-Year Milwaukee Storm
Aid announcement comes with partisan pronouncement.
Sep 11th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin Politicians Condemn Killing of Conservative Activist Charlie Kirk
Republicans, Democrats call for end to political violence.
Sep 11th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Assembly Republicans Announce Package of Education Bills
Plus four task forces. With jabs at Democratic proposals.
Sep 10th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
