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Trump’s Marijuana Order Shifts Federal Policy, But Not Wisconsin Law

Trump’s Marijuana Order Shifts Federal Policy, But Not Wisconsin Law

Reclassifying medical cannabis leaves it largely illegal here, yet fuels hopes for change in Madison.

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Trump’s Marijuana Order Shifts Federal Policy, But Not Wisconsin Law

Reclassifying medical cannabis leaves it largely illegal here, yet fuels hopes for change in Madison.

No Recusal, No Misconduct Review In Wisconsin False Elector Forgery Case

Troupis’ attempt to sideline two liberal justices and challenge a Dane County judge falls flat at the Supreme Court.

As Student Homelessness Hits New High, Capitol Debate Stalls On Solutions

More than 20,000 Wisconsin students identified in recent school year, but protections for unaccompanied youth did not advance.

Council Demands Release Of Salah Sarsour From ICE Detention

Unanimous vote backs Islamic Society leader while lawyers' habeas petition calls jailing illegal.

County HR Director Resigns After Health Care Scandal

Margo Franklin was at center of controversy that rocked Crowley's campaign for governor.

Council Adds Key Caveat To Mask Ban For ICE

Though proposal 'watered down,' alders say they're proud. Was a key group forgotten?

The Irony of Trump’s SAVE Act

The data suggests it would reduce Republican turnout.

Judge Denies Attempt to Block Union Elections at West Allis, Madison Clinics

Rogers Behavioral Health fighting to stop workers from forming union.

State’s Utilities Running Scared

After decades of high profits and executive salaries, why they could face opposition.

Earth Day 2026 Arrives at Fraught Climate Moment

Founded 60 years ago by Wisconsin Sen. Gaylord Nelson. Were stakes ever higher?

Did Republican Party Leaders Discuss Firing Brian Schimming?

He's still the state chair. And party leaders won't discuss details of their weekend meeting.

What Does A Rising Assessment Mean For My Taxes?

The average property value increased 6% in Milwaukee. How will that affect you?

Alderman Peter Burgelis Exploring Run For Congress

But not for the district you would expect.

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Endorsements

Judge Lyndsey Brunette Announces Endorsements From 24 Current and Former Judges in Supreme Court Race

Brunette continues to build momentum since announcing her candidacy last week

State Senator Jamie Wall Endorses Judge Lyndsey Brunette for Wisconsin Supreme Court

Wall: "I'm proud to endorse Judge Lyndsey Brunette because she will always protect our rights and freedoms and stop extremists who want to use our courts to take us backward”

Former Lt. Governor Barbara Lawton Endorses Judge Lyndsey Brunette for Wisconsin Supreme Court

Lawton: “Supreme Court justices provide the essential backstop to protect our fundamental rights, including personal healthcare rights, all of which feel vulnerable today”

Senator Kelda Roys is WEAC’s Recommended Candidate for Governor

 

Democratic Gubernatorial Frontrunner Francesca Hong Draws Support From National Progressives

 

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State’s Utilities Running Scared

After decades of high profits and executive salaries, why they could face opposition.

The Republican ‘Statutory Scheme’

How GOP legislators got away with spending $26 million on private attorneys and charging taxpayers.

Republicans Lose Campaign Cash Game They Created

Democrats are winning using rules Scott Walker and Republicans passed into law.

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The Irony of Trump’s SAVE Act

The data suggests it would reduce Republican turnout.

Who Do You Trust to Conduct Elections Fairly?

Polls show big splits between Wisconsin Democrats, Republicans and independents.

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

The data is very powerful. First of a series.

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Why UW President Candidates May Hesitate

The clumsy firing of Jay Rothman might discourage some top candidates.

How Evers Plan To Issue Commutations Works

Evers’ commutation process offers hope to some lifers, but excludes sex offenses and recent violence behind bars.

What Happened to Tax-Cut Negotiations?

Key negotiators aren't around. After all that talk, the tax-cut looks unlikely.

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