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Court Tosses Minority Grant, But Options Remain To Aid Students

Court Tosses Minority Grant, But Options Remain To Aid Students

Education policy expert urges Wisconsin to repurpose funds and confront soaring affordability gaps at public colleges.

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Court Tosses Minority Grant, But Options Remain To Aid Students

Education policy expert urges Wisconsin to repurpose funds and confront soaring affordability gaps at public colleges.

Muslim Community Celebrates Sarsour’s Freedom

Salah Sarsour home after 80 days in federal custody. Judge found evidence he was targeted for political speech.

New Budget Director Faces Pushback in Second Hearing

Powerful Finance Committee approves confirmation, but not without some sharp comments from supervisors.

Wisconsin Tells Appeals Court Feds Have No Right To Voter List

State DOJ and voting rights groups oppose Trump administration bid for unredacted voter data.

Milwaukee Scooter Crash Spurs Calls For Tougher Scooter Rules

Other Wisconsin cities also considering restrictions on electric-powered devices.

State Supreme Court Ends Wisconsin Minority College Grant Program

Justices unanimously rule program for students of color unconstitutional.

In Battleground 3rd District, Democratic Hopefuls Agree On GOP Failures, Not Tactics

The Platteville forum underscored a choice between bold pledges and incremental wins for House Democrats.

Judge Orders Release of Milwaukee Islamic Leader

Judge finds evidence Salah Sarsour was targeted for free speech.

Evers Raises Juneteenth Flag In Final Year As Governor

Capitol ceremony marks progress, ongoing struggle and honors the late Michael Johnson.

Democratic Socialist Hong Meets Milwaukee’s Capitalists

Gubernatorial candidate speaks at the 'most exclusive club in the city.'

Minocqua Brewing Sues Wisconsin Over Seizure Of 1,200 Beer Cans

Kirk Bangstad alleges unfair treatment and $25,000 in damages after DOR tax dispute.

Both Ron Johnson and Tammy Baldwin Uneasy About Deal To End Iran War

After calling on Trump to finish the job, Johnson says ‘I don’t like the outcome here.’ Baldwin says the president ‘has not reached a deal.’

What To Do About High-Speed Chases?

MPD, council, Fire & Police Commission at odds over policy. Ten deaths in past year.

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Democrats Oppose Democratic Rep. Russell Goodwin

Activist wing backs primary opponent to Goodwin. Do Democratic party leaders support this?

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

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Why Are So Many Republican Legislators Quitting?

The data suggests many still have safe seats. Unless there's a Democratic blowout.

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.

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The Elevator Speech for Democratic Governor Candidates

Boiling down their pitch to voters, why do they deserve your vote?

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.

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