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State Appeals Court Rules College Minority Grants Unconstitutional

State Appeals Court Rules College Minority Grants Unconstitutional

In 2023-24, state program awarded $440,433 in minority retention grants.

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State Appeals Court Rules College Minority Grants Unconstitutional

In 2023-24, state program awarded $440,433 in minority retention grants.

Johnson, Baldwin Offer Radically Different Views on Musk During Town Halls

Baldwin criticized cuts, while Johnson called Musk one of the most 'brilliant' humans 'that ever walked on planet Earth.'

Assembly Republicans Signal Openness To Closing State’s Second-Oldest Prison

Gov. Tony Evers’ proposed plan to close maximum security Green Bay Correctional Institution.

Wisconsin GOP Congressman Proposes Repealing EV Charging Station Program

Freshman Rep. Tony Wied previously owned a chain of gas stations.

Facing Common Ground Opposition, Housing Authority Board Nominee Bails

Nominee decries 'personal agendas,' Common Ground demands member representative of tenants.

With Cuts Looming, Republicans Oppose State Medicaid Expansion

GOP has long blocked state acceptance of federal funds. Stakes are higher now with federal cuts.

Who Will Pay for PFAS Pollution?

Governor, GOP lawmakers wrestle over cleanup liability and 'innocent landowners.'

Republican Bill Would Ban Gender-Affirming Care for Wisconsin Youth

Health care providers would lose their licenses for providing puberty blockers to minors.

Judge Fines City For Failing To Comply With MPD in Schools Requirement

Judge Borowski gives city $1,000 per day fine until 25 police officers placed in schools.

Hearing Held on Controversial Statewide Requirement For Sheriffs To Cooperate With ICE

Republican lawmakers cite sheriffs in Milwaukee and Madison as reason for the bill, which has penalties for noncompliance.

Waukesha County Charter School Wants To Offer a Safe Place for LGBTQ+ Students

Autumn Hill Academy promotes student well-being.

Former City Attorney Pleads Not Guilty, Case Bound Over For Trial

Tearman Spencer accused of using his position to illegally avoid thousands in fees.

City Requests Delay for Police in Schools

Putting officers in schools without training would create substantial liability for city, says the filing.

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Milwaukee Artist Resource Network Faces Financial Cliff

Mismanaged group has had years of huge deficits and massive staff turnover.

Musk Wants to Buy Wisconsin Justice?

His massive campaign donation to Brad Schimel raises big questions.

Evers Offers a Reelection Budget

A Democrat pushing a $2 billion tax cut? Wow. Suggests the governor will seek a third term.

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How Fair Are Wisconsin’s Taxes?

The wealthy pay a lower percent of their income in taxes. Evers proposal addresses this.

The Myth of Immigrant Violence

Neighborhoods with Hispanic immigrants actually have lower rates of violent crime.

How Much Did New State Legislative Districts Change?

Much closer results, far less gerrymandered despite increasing polarization.

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Prison Reforms Impact Many Legislators

One-third of all districts affected. Evers 'take it or leave it' plan likely to get lots of discussion and review.

Federal Funds Uncertainty Threatens State Budget

$28 billion of projected two-year budget is supposed to come from federal funds.

Tommy Thompson Loves Trump

'He may be unorthodox, but I'm all for him.'

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