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How a Driftless Area Data Center Deal Fell Apart

How a Driftless Area Data Center Deal Fell Apart

Big talk of $2 billion, 500-acre proposal faces some support and louder opposition.

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How a Driftless Area Data Center Deal Fell Apart

Big talk of $2 billion, 500-acre proposal faces some support and louder opposition.

Council Uses Authority To Change Police Policy For First Time

Unanimous approval for measure that aims to counteract possible abuse by ICE agents.

Coal Is Not Beautiful, Clean or Cheap

Its increased use in Wisconsin could cause health problems.

State Sen. Kelda Roys Hopes to Shake Up Democratic Governor Race

'I have by far the most experience in and around state government.'

Wisconsin Elections Chair Pushes Milwaukee to Destroy 2020 Ballots

FBI could demand ballots it did in Georgia. 'No one is entitled to see those ballots,' Millis says

How Tom Tiffany Falsifies History

Stance on Juneteenth Day is part of a pattern of undermining America’s constitution and history.

First Major Candidate Drops Out of Wisconsin Governor Race

Missy Hughes suspends campaign, makes endorsement.

Race for Wisconsin Attorney General Could Be Very Close. Again

Rematch of Eric Toney against incumbent Democrat Josh Kaul will be hard fought.

Emissions of Trump-Supported Wisconsin Coal Plant Soared in 2025

Columbia County plant slated for retirement has seen emission nearly double.

Work Visa Issues Leave Door County Businesses Short Staffed for Summer

Decline in international summer workers under Trump administration taking a toll.

All Candidates for WI Governor Vow to Revive Land Conservation Program

All Democrats and Tiffany say they will restore the Knowles-Nelson stewardship program.

Court Tosses Minority Grant, But Options Remain To Aid Students

Education policy expert urges Wisconsin to repurpose funds and confront affordability issue.

Muslim Community Celebrates Sarsour’s Freedom

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

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How Tom Tiffany Falsifies History

Stance on Juneteenth Day is part of a pattern of undermining America’s constitution and history.

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.

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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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Race for Wisconsin Attorney General Could Be Very Close. Again

Rematch of Eric Toney against incumbent Democrat Josh Kaul will be hard fought.

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.

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