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As predicted after Susan Crawford’s big victory in the state Supreme Court race, a move to change Wisconsin congressional maps is underway. If successful, it seems likely to affect the … more
Outside groups reimbursed Dem and GOP lawmakers for more than $200,000 in expenses to attend events in the United States and abroad last year, according to a WisPolitics review. Lawmakers listed … more
Few things stir northern Wisconsin residents or frequent visitors like the mention of wolves. The expansion of wolves' territory over the years has thrilled wildlife lovers while angering deer … more
Wisconsin could join the growing list of states with laws restricting student cell phone use in schools. Our research finds that of the more than 300 districts or schools responding to a recent … more
Tired of springing forward or falling back? Recently  proposed legislation  would end the practice of daylight saving time in Wisconsin.  Rep. Nate Gustafson (R-Fox Crossing) … more
The 2026 elections seem far away. Unless you are a potential candidate. The year BEFORE election year is when you get your campaign going. So it makes sense that one of the least known … more
Lawmakers are reigniting an effort this session at exempting cigar lounges from an early 2000s-era law banning smoking in most public places in the state. But the proposal is again facing stiff … more
To invest in Wisconsin’s transportation system, Gov. Tony Evers has signed a $1.97 million contract with prime contractor Forward Traffic and Marking of Edina, Minn., for pavement marking in 12 … more
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers Monday announced Wisconsin has joined a new lawsuit to prevent the Trump Administration from cutting federal funding for Wisconsin public schools. The lawsuit aims to … more
Something very unusual is happening at the Capitol: Dem Gov. Tony Evers and top legislative GOP leaders have had discussions about a budget deal on tax cuts. While there have been compromises … more
In the political world, it’s never too early to think about the next election. And so, days after the big April 1 state Supreme Court election, potential candidates are maneuvering on 2026 … more
PIERCE COUNTY — On Monday, April 21,  GROWW  and a group of Pierce County residents initiated legal action after the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR)  issued a … more
The April 1 election of Susan Crawford to the state Supreme Court already is making waves on the high court. Liberals, upon maintaining 4-3 control, quickly moved to install Ann Walsh Bradley as … more
At least $107 million was spent overall in the state Supreme Court race -- shattering the previous national record set only two years ago in Wisconsin, according to a WisPolitics tally. About … more
Wisconsin ag groups say they’re looking for alternative funding options after the Trump administration cut more than $1 billion for federal programs providing local products to food banks, … more
Gov. Tony Evers, who has focused on renewable energy for much of his time in office, is making a push in his latest state budget to look at expanding nuclear power. That includes calling for $1 … more
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) now offers students ages 15-17 the opportunity to take DMV’s knowledge test from the convenience of their … more
New results from the Marquette University Law School poll show Wisconsin voters don’t know much about the candidates in the pivotal race for the state Supreme Court, but they do have firm … more
Voices across the political spectrum are voicing concerns about President Donald Trump's new tariffs, expressing fears of higher prices, difficult markets and chaotic supply chains. Dem Gov. … more
The state Supreme Court race, to decide ideological control of the high court, is the April election most people are paying attention to. But the other big race -- the contest for state schools … more
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