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Act 10, Gerrymandering Among Hot-Button Issues Facing WI Supreme Court

Act 10, Gerrymandering Among Hot-Button Issues Facing WI Supreme Court

Court’s new liberal super majority could also face emergency mid-term election issues.

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Act 10, Gerrymandering Among Hot-Button Issues Facing WI Supreme Court

Court's new liberal super majority could also face emergency mid-term election issues.

Mayor Demands Restrictions on Milwaukee’s Flock Cameras

New policies come after Common Council escalated issue and third officer investigated for abuse.

In Wisconsin Rapids, Data Center Objections Include Russian Connections

Adding to usual concerns about data centers, the developers' Russian ties are 'a sticking point.'

It’s Been a Hot Summer for News

An insider's take on Canadian tariffs and Wisconsin, Elon Musk and elections.

Flock Lobbyists Flocking to State Capitols

As cities resist cameras, Flock Safety spent $2 million lobbying, including $102,000 in Wisconsin.

Wisconsin Prisons Hit Record Population

Overcrowding strains staff and inmates, increases danger, forces cuts in programs.

Wisconsin Tax Collections 2% Higher Than Expected

Could hike budget surplus to $3 billion, will be issue in governor's race.

Tiffany Splits with Trump on Renaming Lake Ontario

Crowley says new round of tariffs on Canada would hurt Wisconsin farmers.

How A U.S.-Canada Tariff Fight Hits Wisconsin’s Small Businesses

Consultant says uncertainty and higher input costs may stall hiring and investment across the state.

Greater Milwaukee Committee Names Garcia-Thomas Permanent CEO

Joel Brennan won't return following gubernatorial bid.

AI Deepfakes Hit Wisconsin’s Most Competitive Congressional Race

An AI-crafted “anointed” candidate video fuels a broader debate over deception and free speech in campaigns.

Racine School Board Clash Escalates Over Facebook Slur Aimed At Women

Dem Party chair Kelly Gallaher files complaint against board clerk and GOP challenger to Rep. Angelina Cruz.

Supervisor Unveils $13 Million Plan To Overhaul Playgrounds, Other Public Infrastructure

Sup. Rolland believes he's found a way to have the county's limited resources make a more direct impact.

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Fake Polls, Real Polls Muddled Wisconsin Governor’s Race

None of them were very accurate. Yet more pollsters keep popping up.

How Republicans Helped Elect Crowley

They spent millions to help Hong win Democratic primary for governor, then began attacking her.

Crowley Is Only One Who Could Beat Hong

It’s a two-person race. Can the county executive make up the gap in one week?

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Learning Our Lesson From COVID-19

Rather than blaming Fauci, Rand Paul and Ron Johnson should consider the impact of vaccine resistance.

Most Republicans Support Raising the Minimum Wage

Why don't Republican politicians like Tom Tiffany and Wisconsin legislators?

The Economics of the Minimum Wage

Wisconsin's minimum wage is far below neighboring states. Should it join the crowd?

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It’s Been a Hot Summer for News

An insider's take on Canadian tariffs and Wisconsin, Elon Musk and elections.

Wikler Predicts Democratic Wave in November

But was some of that wave in August election Republican crossovers voting for Hong?

What Wisconsin Primary Fight Means for 8 Democrats

Lots of losers in race for governor. How does it affect their political future?

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