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US Postal Service Proposes Big Changes for Mail-In Voting

US Postal Service Proposes Big Changes for Mail-In Voting

But WI Elections Commission members say proposal may not survive legal challenges.

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US Postal Service Proposes Big Changes for Mail-In Voting

But WI Elections Commission members say proposal may not survive legal challenges.

Judge Listens to Arguments As Dugan Case is Reopened

Dugan case descends into arguments over the interpretation of a single word.

Wisconsin Supreme Court Revisits Recusal Rules

Will hear from members of public. Current rules were written by a business lobby.

Wisconsin Legislators Oppose Utilities Push for No-Bid Power Line Projects

Competitive proposals will help ratepayers, lower costs, foster innovation, they argue.

Assembly Speaker Vos Vows to Try Again on Failed Tax Cut Deal

Marquette poll found 80% in state survey said Legislature should have passed the bill.

Wisconsin Center CEO Clears Out Office Amid Closed-Door Board Talks

Marty Brooks has packed up, hurting morale, leaving WCD staff 'nowhere to turn,' manager says.

Loss of Funding Could Close Up to 25% of State’s Child Care Agencies

Report warns lack of public dollars could limit access to Wisconsin's 'wealthiest families.'

UW Regents Weigh 2% Tuition Hike, Fourth Straight Year Of Increases

Proposal would raise UW-Madison tuition to $12,416 as GOP lawmakers blast the plan as a betrayal.

FBI Knocks, Milwaukee Answers With Two New Law Firms On Its Side

City taps national legal groups for 'election-related needs.'

Judge Weighs Whether Wisconsin Must Offer E-Ballots To Disabled Voters

Lawsuit says paper-only absentee voting denies a secret ballot to 110,000 residents with print disabilities.

10 Candidates Make Wisconsin Governor’s Ballot As Filing Closes

Democrats crowd the field with eight hopefuls, while Tom Tiffany is the lone Republican to qualify.

After ICE Detention, Sheboygan Falls Mom Returns Home To Uncertain Future

Released on bond, Elvira Benitez-Suarez still faces a federal appeal over her green card win.

One in Five Wisconsin Republican Legislators Are Retiring

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

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

And Francesca Hong stumbles badly in CNN story.

The Many Tentacles of Ascension Health

Investment funds, insurance and real estate companies, the nonprofit has lots of subsidiaries and income streams.

Sewerage District Problems Are Suspicious

Why did it resist an audit? And why does Mayor Johnson agree it must be done quickly?

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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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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.

Why Legislature Killed Tax Cut, School Aid Plan

Why did Democrats abandon Gov. Evers, joining key Republicans who rebelled?

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Press Releases

Baldwin, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Protect Veterans From Being Scammed by Claims Sharks

The SAFEGUARD Veterans Act would combat predatory companies targeting veterans and their benefits

Sen. Kelda Roys Unveils Bold Energy Platform

Plan will lower costs, clean up our air, protect our water, and stand up to big tech, including an executive order to protect communities from data centers

Gov. Evers, WHEDA Announce $47.8 Million in Competitive Awards for Multifamily Housing Tax Credit Developments

 

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Signs New Legislation Authorizing Reckless Driving Vehicles to Be Impounded

 

Missy Hughes Commits to Opting Into Federal Tax Credit Program to Keep Hundreds of Millions of Dollars in Wisconsin to Support Our Schools

Following The Failure Of The Budget Surplus Deal That Would Have Provided Hundreds Of Millions Of Dollars To Wisconsin Schools, Missy Hughes Has Pledged As Governor To Opt Into The Federal Scholarship Tax Credit That Will Deliver Critical Resources Wisconsin’s Students

Fitzgerald and Nunn Introduce TRAIN and BRIDGE Acts to Counter China’s Belt and Road Initiative and Economic Coercion

Fitzgerald and Nunn Introduce TRAIN and BRIDGE Acts to Counter China’s Belt and Road Initiative and Economic Coercion

100+ Elected Officials Across Wisconsin Endorse Judge Pedro Colón for Wisconsin Supreme Court

 

Public Invited to Attend Open House Info Sessions at Midtown Center Development Site

 

Sen. Keyeski Announces “Transparency Talks” on Legislative Procedure

Three listening sessions to be held in District 14 in June

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