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Is Democratic Race for Governor Finally Starting?

Recent ads for candidates add life – finally – to a very sleepy campaign.

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Is Democratic Race for Governor Finally Starting?

Recent ads for candidates add life – finally – to a very sleepy campaign.

Politicians Deal With Fallout of Fired CEO’s Campaign Contributions

And a campaign finance investigation could follow

Proposed Takeover of We Energies Will Get City Hall Hearing

Potential benefits, challenges of city takeover pushed by Ald. Brower will be discussed.

Muslim Leader’s Health Deteriorating in Immigration Lockup

Salah Sarsour has lost 30 pounds, not getting needed diabetes treatment, his lawyers say.

Wisconsin Trails Nation in HPV Vaccine Rate

Can cause cancer in teens. Only half of Wisconsin youth aged 13 to 18 have gotten vaccine.

We’re Changing, County Transit Officials Say After Scathing Audit

New bus system leader says 'we're making progress' on finances and transparency.

Milwaukee Education Leaders Frustrated With DPI Over Reading Program Funds

'We got rolled, gaslighted,' Howard Fuller says of Department of Public Instruction.

Embattled Landlord David Tomblin Makes Surprise City Hall Appearance

Tomblin, the head of Highgrove Holdings, is being sued by the city.

Childcare Providers Are About to Lose a Safety Net

At stake is a system that cares for 430,000 children in Wisconsin.

New Elections Chief Wary of Disruptive Court Orders

Court cases changing how Wisconsin's fall elections handled could come too late, he warns.

Democratic State Convention Could Narrow Field for Wisconsin Governor

Delegates will be looking for which of 7 candidates 'stand out' in their speeches.

Marty Brooks Fired For Cause By Convention Center Board

'Serious misappropriation of funds' says board member.

Private Property Signs Bar Walking Along Lake in Ozaukee County

Property owner who helped put up signs north of nature reserve complains of abuse.

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Is Democratic Race for Governor Finally Starting?

Recent ads for candidates add life – finally – to a very sleepy campaign.

A Democrat Will Again Oppose Rep. Ryan Clancy

Challenger Bridget Maniaci promises more focus on local issues, not global conflicts

Tom Tiffany’s On a Roll. It’s Not Good

And Francesca Hong stumbles badly in CNN story.

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The Trump Effect on Wisconsin

The Republican Party has become the Trump party. Polls suggest it's a minority party.

Who Pays Wisconsin’s Taxes?

Which income groups pay the most in state and local taxes? And how Wisconsin compares to other states.

The Impact of Two Cases Challenging Wisconsin’s Congressional Districts

Both judicial panels have essentially kicked the cases back to Wisconsin Supreme Court.

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New Elections Chief Wary of Disruptive Court Orders

Court cases changing how Wisconsin's fall elections handled could come too late, he warns.

One in Five Wisconsin Republican Legislators Are Retiring

Four Milwaukee-area Republicans and key Senate leaders are among those stepping down this year.

Wisconsin Republicans Have Plan to Win in November

Top officials outlined their game plan; it's about key issues and striking first.

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