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Evers Signs Roadside Drug Test Law Amid Rising Impaired Crashes

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.

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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.

Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu Won’t Seek Reelection

LeMahieu's announcement comes just weeks after Assembly Speaker Robin Vos announced his retirement

Crowley Focuses on ‘Building Bridges’ in 2026 State of the County

The county executive promotes major infrastructure projects, policy successes in annual address.

Wisconsin is Now 49th State With Postpartum Medicaid Coverage

Governor Evers had proposed the policy in four straight budget proposals.

Judges Said No, But Brad Schimel Is Still Running Milwaukee’s U.S. Attorney Office

Federal judges refused to extend his interim term; Trump admin found another way to keep him in charge.

How Milwaukee Lost Its DEI Director

It wasn't President Donald Trump. But the name of office will change.

Is Non-Citizen Voting a Real Threat to Elections in Wisconsin?

The data is very powerful. First of a series.

Utilities in Wisconsin Pile Up Profits

Average U.S utility has 15% profit margin. This could be key issue in race for governor.

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.

Crowley Hires New Budget Director

He taps Nick Sinram, MPS budget director, to manage county's $1.4 billion budget.

Vos Warns Data Centers Issue Could Cost Republicans Votes

Chastises GOP-Led Senate on '80 percent issue,' dropping bill to regulate data centers.

WI Democrats Float $1.3 Billion Plan for Schools Amid Tax Cut Talks

Proposal hikes funding for special education and general school aid.

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.

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Utilities in Wisconsin Pile Up Profits

Average U.S utility has 15% profit margin. This could be key issue in race for governor.

The Surprising Campaign of Rep. Francesca Hong

Her dark horse campaign is biggest surprise in Democratic primary for governor.

How Wisconsin Money Funded Trump’s Policies

Bradley Foundation and Uihleins funded much of Project 2025.

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Is Non-Citizen Voting a Real Threat to Elections in Wisconsin?

The data is very powerful. First of a series.

How Global Climate Change Affects Milwaukee

Echoing global data, Milwaukee has changed, and continues to do so.

Will Lawsuits Demanding New Congressional Maps Succeed?

The arguments for and against and where things stand.

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Why the Rise in Property Tax Anger?

It's ebbed and flowed since the 1960s, as state politicians tried different solutions.

WI Supreme Court Could Order More School Aid

Lawsuit says current system violates state constitution and 2000 court ruling.

GOP’s Rebate Checks Won’t Be in the Mail

Evers calls idea a campaign stunt. Wants more school aid and property tax relief.

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