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State Using Half of Testing Capacity
DHS officials call for residents to more readily get tested for COVID-19.
Jul 17th, 2020 by Bram Sable-Smith
Court Tosses Dems’ Lame-Duck Suit
Federal appeals court rules the Democratic Party didn't have standing to bring the lawsuit.
Jul 16th, 2020 by Laurel White
Evers Issues 18 Pardons
The governor revived the pardoning process last year, after former Gov. Walker ignored it for nearly a decade.
Jul 16th, 2020 by Laurel White
Wisconsin Democrats Report Record Fundraising Haul
Party raises $10 million, the most it's raised in a three month period.
Jul 16th, 2020 by Laurel White
Why Wisconsin, U.S. Failed Against COVID-19
Conservative network, including key state operatives, quietly fought solutions other advanced countries pursued.
Jul 15th, 2020 by Bruce Thompson
Don’t Let Utilities Shut Off People’s Power
PSC decision allows utilities in Wisconsin to start disconnecting power as of July 25.
Jul 15th, 2020 by Matt Rothschild
Zamarripa Defends Her Double Dipping
Alderwoman will collect second full-time salary as state legislator for eight months.
Jul 14th, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
Conspiracy Theories Dog COVID-19 Contact Tracers
Misinformation about actions to protect health are exhausting local officials in the state.
Jul 14th, 2020 by Howard Hardee
State GOP Convention Decries Anarchy, Socialism
Hundreds at in-person convention in Green Bay despite fliers warning they ‘assume any potential risk’.
Jul 12th, 2020 by Shawn Johnson
State Institutes Mask Mandate for Executive Branch Employees
Evers doesn't think he can impose a statewide mask requirement.
Jul 12th, 2020 by Erik Gunn
State High Court Nullifies 2018 Election
One again, conservative judges uphold lame duck laws and then overthrow governor's vetoes
Jul 12th, 2020 by James Rowen
Legislature Unlikely to Respond to BLM Movement Soon
Republican controlled state legislature shows no signs of convening to respond to the growing movement for police reform.
Jul 11th, 2020 by Laurel White
Thompson Seeks $110M for UW System’s COVID-19 Response
The interim president wants federal, state aid for PPE and testing when schools reopen.
Jul 10th, 2020 by Rich Kremer
WI Supreme Court Nullifies Three of Evers’ Vetoes
Conservative majority tosses out decades of precedent on the governor's vetoes.
Jul 10th, 2020 by Shawn Johnson
WI Supreme Court Upholds GOP Lame-Duck Laws
For second time, the state's high court rules in favor of laws stripping some of governor's powers.
Jul 9th, 2020 by Laurel White
Unemployment Claims Continue At Unprecedented Rate
DWD triples workforce for unemployment insurance system in response.
Jul 9th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Assembly GOP Pitches Unemployment Loans
Instead of convening and legislating, Republican legislators pitch a personal loan program.
Jul 9th, 2020 by Erik Gunn
Evers Considering Abandoned $1.1 Billion I-94 Expansion
The project was dropped by Gov. Scott Walker over it's huge price tag.
Jul 9th, 2020 by Shawn Johnson
Evers Won’t Issue New Shutdown Order
Cites Republican and Supreme Court opposition even as state cases double in just one month.
Jul 8th, 2020 by Erik Gunn
Wisconsin Has Fastest COVID-19 Spread In U.S.
New study has alarming figures, with spread coming since state shutdown ended.
Jul 7th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
COVID-19 Cases Double Since Memorial Day
State officials fear spread to older population could trigger surge in hospitalizations and deaths.
Jul 7th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
State Unemployment Insurance System Failing Many
The pandemic has exposed the weaknesses of the current system, and left many without help.
Jul 3rd, 2020 by Bram Sable-Smith
Who Benefits From the Madison Vandalism?
History suggests it could change the narrative, change voters’ views.
Jul 1st, 2020 by Bruce Thompson
Minority Workers Get Less Unemployment Aid?
National studies shows Black, Latino workers typically get less aid. Wisconsin has no data by race.
Jul 1st, 2020 by Bram Sable-Smith
Baldwin Calls For Federal Safety Rules for Businesses
Uniformity needed, state-by-state pandemic rules leave businesses on "uneven playing field,” senator charges.
Jul 1st, 2020 by Allison Winter
More Police Transparency Needed
Law allows unnecessary delays for release of data.
Jul 1st, 2020 by Bill Lueders
Republicans Flip-Flop on Local Control
First demanded local control of COVID-19 rules, now oppose county restrictions.
Jun 30th, 2020 by Henry Redman
State’s Health Care Workers Demand Hazard Pay
As COVID-19 cases rise again, Democratic bill provides increased pay, paid medical leave.
Jun 30th, 2020 by Shamane Mills
Everybody Wants Action From Gov. Evers
Madison protesters want protection. Republican legislators want tougher policing.
Jun 29th, 2020 by Melanie Conklin
UW Tests Tommy’s Legacy As a ‘Builder”
Former governor has huge legacy of bipartisan success, but leading UW won’t be easy.
Jun 29th, 2020 by Steven Walters
State Was a Leader in Handling AIDS
Wisconsin less partisan and leaders had broad authority under law state Supreme Court recently overruled.
Jun 28th, 2020 by Andy Soth
Evers Must Expand Access to Photo ID
28 voting rights groups urge him to enforce executive order he issued.
Jun 28th, 2020 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
A COVID-19 Case Spike May Merit Bar Limits, Sen. Johnson Says
But schools should open this fall.
Jun 26th, 2020 by Shawn Johnson
DNR Will Draft Regulations on Firefighting Foam Containing PFAS
The agency got the go-ahead from the state's Natural Resources Board.
Jun 26th, 2020 by Danielle Kaeding
Tommy Could Have Big Impact on UW
Will likely serve two years as UW System President. And could re-shape entire system.
Jun 24th, 2020 by John Torinus
Can Palzewicz Win Race for Congress?
Democrat running in Republican leaning district long held by Jim Sensenbrenner.
Jun 24th, 2020 by Erik Gunn
61% of State Residents Support Protests
And Biden now leads Trump by 8% in state, latest Marquette poll finds.
Jun 24th, 2020 by Rob Mentzer
County Spending $10 Million to Prevent Evictions
Evictions up 44% since May. Both Milwaukee and Dane counties using federal funds to fight this.
Jun 24th, 2020 by Corrinne Hess
What Happened at Madison’s Protests
State Sen. Tim Carpenter assaulted, two Capitol statues toppled, windows broken, Evers condemns violence.
Jun 24th, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
Positive COVID-19 Case Rate Drops To Two-Week Low, But Trend Still Increasing
Testing volume is declining in Wisconsin.
Jun 23rd, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
New Tool Tracks COVID-19 Changes By County
State DHS dashboard tracks active spread in last two weeks to guide decision makers.
Jun 23rd, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
State Trails Midwest in Spending on Universities
Report: Wisconsin’s public university funding below five neighboring states, down 42% since 2006.
Jun 23rd, 2020 by Rich Kremer
The Banality of State Sen. Luther Olsen
Retiring Republican moderate has rolled over repeatedly for the most extreme GOP ideas and politicians.
Jun 22nd, 2020 by Ruth Conniff
County’s Sales Tax Revenue Plummets
A 16% one-year drop, as urban counties saw biggest declines due to pandemic.
Jun 22nd, 2020 by Steven Walters
Pandemic Adds Barriers for College Voters
Wisconsin one of the hardest places to vote for college students living away from home.
Jun 20th, 2020 by Kayla Huynh
Barnes Calls on Wisconsin to Tackle Climate Change
The Lt. Gov. says, "we cannot afford to let the gravity of the crisis paralyze us."
Jun 20th, 2020 by Isiah Holmes
Evers Introduces Police Reform Legislation
Bills banning police use of chokeholds, no-knock warrants part of legislative package.
Jun 20th, 2020 by Danielle Kaeding
Juneteenth Flag Flies Over City Hall Complex
City flies flag for the first time as county and state follow suit.
Jun 19th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Juneteenth Flags Will Fly at Capitol, City Office Building For First Time
Move is part of growing recognition for holiday.
Jun 18th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Supreme Court Salvages DACA Protections
A narrow majority overturns Trump administration's revocation of DACA.
Jun 18th, 2020 by Allison Stevens
Ways to Celebrate Juneteenth This Year
Despite the pandemic, there are a number of virtual events and protests this Juneteenth.
Jun 18th, 2020 by PrincessSafiya Byers
Will State Face a Second COVID-19 Wave?
All evidence suggests state is doing well. But there may be danger from other states.
Jun 17th, 2020 by Bruce Thompson
Utilities On Track to Cut Emissions 40%
That’s by 2026. And many aim for 80% cut by 2050, according to state Public Service Commission report.
Jun 17th, 2020 by Danielle Kaeding
Online Sales Taxes Won’t Help State Budget
They’ve risen during pandemic, but under state law must be used to lower income taxes.
Jun 17th, 2020 by Shawn Johnson
Evers Rejects UW System Rules on Sex Assault
System changes, in line with new federal regulations on sex harassment and assault, could have 'chilling' effect on victims, Evers says.
Jun 16th, 2020 by Melanie Conklin
Did High Court Order Hike State’s COVID Cases?
They’re definitely up since state Supreme Court ruling, and a faster rate than the nation.
Jun 15th, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
Trump Suit Against TV Station Questioned
Lawyer for Rhinelander TV station that ran anti-Trump ad calls for suit’s dismissal: it’s the “highest form of protected speech.”
Jun 14th, 2020 by Melanie Conklin
Time to Face Systemic Racism, Biden Says
Presidential candidate’s address to state’s Democrats says “soul of America” is at stake.
Jun 13th, 2020 by Shawn Johnson
Evers Meets With Lawmakers on Police Reform
Governor says the state is at a "watershed moment" for the issue of police reform, racism.
Jun 12th, 2020 by Erik Gunn
Vos Blames Immigrants for Pandemic
High rate of COVID-19 in Racine caused by “immigrant culture”, Assembly Speaker says.
Jun 11th, 2020 by James Rowen
Evers’ Office Secretly Recorded Meeting with GOP Leaders
The call was a debate between leaders over the 'Safer-At-Home' order after it was struck down.
Jun 11th, 2020 by Shawn Johnson
Wisconsin Leads 22-State Coalition on PFAS
They support federal standards to prevent ‘forever chemicals” from polluting drinking water.
Jun 10th, 2020 by Danielle Kaeding
Evers Pulls National Guard From Milwaukee
The 125 troops serving as a backup force during the protests have been withdrawn.
Jun 9th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Jensen Tries to Pre-Rig Redistricting
To maintain gerrymandering, neutralize governor, wants to give state Supreme Court the whip hand.
Jun 9th, 2020 by Matt Rothschild
State Has Third Least Restrictive Pandemic Rules
Only South and North Dakota are less restrictive, study finds.
Jun 9th, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
Local Governments Face Huge Revenue Losses
Continuing COVID-19 losses could force employee furloughs, major service cuts.
Jun 8th, 2020 by Steven Walters
UWM’s Financial Plight Is “Catastrophic”
Governor, Legislature not helping. Big hitters in Milwaukee need to rally around university.
Jun 5th, 2020 by John Torinus
State, City Elected Officials Call for Police Reform
Activists, Alders, lawmakers and the governor are calling for policy changes.
Jun 5th, 2020 by Isiah Holmes
Evers Calls For Action to Dismantle ‘Systemic Racism’
Governor says, "We must use this dark moment to begin to be an example for the rest of the nation."
Jun 5th, 2020 by Erik Gunn
UW System Wants To Borrow for Pandemic Costs
President Ray Cross asks legislature to convene a special session.
Jun 4th, 2020 by Henry Redman
Democrat Appointed Chair of State Elections Commission
Ann Jacobs will lead commission as it wrestles with election policy during a pandemic.
Jun 4th, 2020 by Henry Redman
WILL Wants WI Supreme Court to Take Redistricting Cases First
Conservative group wants state supreme court to handle redistricting disputes.
Jun 4th, 2020 by Shawn Johnson
We Don’t Need the National Guard
We need our elected leaders to dismantle racist practices.
Jun 3rd, 2020 by Leaders Igniting Transformation
Could Floyd’s Killing Lead to State Reform?
Evers calls for long-delayed bill on deadly use of force by police to be taken up by Legislature.
Jun 3rd, 2020 by Melanie Conklin
Evers Joins Phone Call With Trump
President urges governors "to get tougher” with protestors. Evers says nothing.
Jun 3rd, 2020 by Melanie Conklin
Protest Leader Frank Nitty Released
District Attorney Chisholm says leader released, wasn't charged, but facts still being gathered.
Jun 3rd, 2020 by Bruce Murphy and Jeramey Jannene
Peaceful March Leader Frank Nitty Arrested
Sheriff's deputies arrested influential leader. Mayor Barrett reportedly opposed detainment.
Jun 2nd, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene and Bruce Murphy
Community Leaders List Changes Protestors Want
Demands push for more racial equity, major changes in state, local and police policies.
Jun 2nd, 2020 by Corrinne Hess
Evers Appoints Three New UW Regents
Effective immediately, will help shift direction of UW System policies.
Jun 2nd, 2020 by Melanie Conklin
State Faces Huge Highway Fund Shortfall
Tough choices as gas tax revenue plummets, shortfall could be “hundreds of millions”.
Jun 1st, 2020 by Steven Walters
Child Care Providers Struggle to Stay Safe
Low pay, high turnover, and now a pandemic that threatens to put them out of business.
Jun 1st, 2020 by Mary Kate McCoy
213 Waupun Inmates Have COVID-19
18% of 1,181 inmates tested positive, along with 15 staff members at prison.
May 30th, 2020 by Danielle Kaeding
COVID-19 Testing, Cases Surge 22 Percent
Record testing, cases. Hospitalizations also at 30-day high.
May 29th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Eviction Ban Lifted, Here’s What Renters Should Know
Moratorium on evictions was suspended Tuesday, many landlords rushed to start evictions.
May 29th, 2020 by Allison Dikanovic
Rainey Seeks Extension of Eviction Moratorium
Ald. Rainey is worried the state's rental assistance won't be enough.
May 29th, 2020 by Corrinne Hess
GOP, Dems Battle Over Unemployment Backlog
Democrats say Walker administration failed to update the system, now it can't handle unprecedented wave of unemployment claims.
May 28th, 2020 by Erik Gunn
WI Supreme Court Dismisses Second ‘Safer At Home’ Suit
Ruling leaves local stay-at-home orders in place.
May 28th, 2020 by Shawn Johnson
Will Evictions, Home Foreclosures Rise?
State moratorium on both has expired, experts expect surge in problems.
May 27th, 2020 by Rich Kremer
State Tourism Leader Says Don’t Travel
Pandemic risk too great now, state “secretary of fun” says, but hoping for a tourism rebound.
May 26th, 2020 by Steven Walters
Far More Businesses Using Work Share
Up 17-fold in state since pandemic, as companies avoid layoffs by switching workers to part-time.
May 26th, 2020 by Erik Gunn
State Creating a Contact Tracing Army
Goal of 1,000 tracers, librarians, National Guard members may be recruited.
May 25th, 2020 by Jacob Fischler
Evers Promises Three New UW Regents
“Extremely unusual” for board members with expired terms to stay on and continue voting.
May 25th, 2020 by Rich Kremer
Many Will Have a Virtual Memorial Day
War Memorial Center cancels events. Others scaling back or moving events online.
May 25th, 2020 by Danielle Kaeding
National Guard COVID-19 Funding at Stake
Trump considering cuts, officials in Wisconsin, other states urge him to continue funding.
May 24th, 2020 by Isiah Holmes
Governor’s Climate Change Task Force Meets
Third meeting on zoom. Policy recommendations expected by October 31.
May 24th, 2020 by Isiah Holmes
Staycations More Likely on Memorial Day?
State destinations like Door County, Wisconsin Dells not sure what to expect.
May 24th, 2020 by Shamane Mills
Will Northwoods Vacations Spread COVID-19?
Many owners of cabins come from hot spots like Milwaukee, Chicago, Twin Cities.
May 23rd, 2020 by Ryan Weichelt and Ezra Zeitler
Advocacy Groups Want Better Worker Safety
Following COVID-19 outbreak at Kenosha Amazon facility, they urge legislators to reinstate protections.
May 23rd, 2020 by Erik Gunn
Pandemic Exposes Caregiver Shortage
Care for elderly and disabled was already hard to find, the pandemic made it worse.
May 22nd, 2020 by Bram Sable-Smith
Wear A Mask, Public Heath Officials Say
Now that Evers' Safer-At-Home has ended, health officials plead with the public to take precautions on their own.
May 22nd, 2020 by Shamane Mills
