After Meta Settlement, Wisconsin Lawmakers Say There's Still A Lot To Be Done To Protect Kids Online

“Young people are feeling more than ever lonely, have had increased suicidal ideation, and have had more anxiety and eating disorders."

Trump Administration Plans $100,000 Visa Fee For High-Skill Foreign Workers

Workers on a temporary H-1B visa work in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, medicine or education.

Wisconsin Joins Lawsuit Against Trump Threatening Safety Grants Over Immigration Compliance

The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) has joined 19 other states in the lawsuit.

Judge Blocks Effort To Boot GOP Senate Candidate Michele Magadance Skinner From November Ballot

“This does appear likely to be her primary residence,” Judge Jacob Frost said, “which would mean that she is therefore eligible to run."

Education Department Hands More States Flexibility With Federal Dollars

The Trump administration is increasing its efforts to dismantle the Department of Education.

Wisconsin Democratic Gubernatorial Candidates Make Their Final Pitch Before Election Day

Hopefuls in primary for governor meet with some of their supporters and express optimism about their campaigns.

Democratic Gubernatorial Candidates Split On Education; Advocates See Next Year As Pivotal

Public education advocates have for years called on the Republican-led Legislature to significantly boost state aid to public schools.

Wisconsin Critics Say Proposed Federal Changes Would Roll Back Head Start Standards

Providers say that the proposed rule would roll back standards for classroom quality, teacher qualifications and health services.

US Senate Stopgap Fails To Renew More Than $38B A Year In State Transportation Funding

“It’s not all of the programs under (the infrastructure law) that would stop without an extension,” Ben Gilsdorf said.

Legislative Primaries To Watch In Upcoming August Elections

Republicans are seeking to defend their majorities, which they’ve held in Wisconsin since 2011.

Mandela Barnes Drops Out Of The Democratic Primary For Wisconsin Governor

The former lieutenant governor made the announcement in a video posted on his Facebook page.

WI Congressional Delegation Return Home For August Recess, Midterm Campaigning

A few key races to watch in the state's primary election on Aug. 11 are four Republican U.S. House seats.

Faith Leaders Call On The Next Governor To Go All In On Clean Energy

A multifaith group focused on the environment is calling on the future governor’s office in 2027 to commit Wisconsin to clean energy.

Wisconsin Voters Sue To Allow For Vote To Count If Absentee Ballot Is Late

The lawsuit comes amid growing concerns about how quickly the United States Postal Service will be able to deliver ballots ahead of midterms

Hendricks Gave $25M To MAGA Inc., Her Largest Recorded Political Donation Ever

Billionaire Wisconsin businesswoman Diane Hendricks has given tens of millions to Republican candidates and organizations in the state.

Rodriguez Rep Says She's Still In The Race As Brennan Steps Up Criticism

Grassroots advocacy group endorses Hong for governor in Democratic primary.

Dem Candidates In 7th CD Criticize Trump, Say Government Should Work For People Not Billionaires

The three candidates competing for the Democratic nomination are Chris Armstrong and Fred Clark, a former Democratic state legislator.

Former Madison Police Chief Noble Wray Embraces Role On Commutation Advisory Board

“In total, I’m 100% in support of commutations,” said Wray.

A Wisconsin Family Is Suing Target After Their 10-Month-Old Died From Swallowing A Water Bead

The couple claims that the company failed to warn them about the dangers of a water beads product sold exclusively at Target.

Wisconsin Governor's Race Puts Democratic Socialist Platform To A Key Swing-State Test

Over the last month, Democratic socialists have notched victories in the liberal strongholds of New York City, Washington, D.C., and Denver.

Milwaukee Municipal Power Effort Follows Path Of Other Communities

The typical We Energies customer using 660 kilowatt hours of energy per month is paying $144 each month for that power.

Red And Blue States Pass Laws To Protect Contraception Access

Current Georgia law requires patients to receive a birth control prescription from a doctor, which they can then fill at a pharmacy.

A Proud History And A Cloudy Future: Congressional Black Caucus Hit By Supreme Court Ruling

In Trump’s first term, Democrats gained 40 seats in the midterm election. The Black Caucus gained nine new members.

Local Election Officials Reel Over ‘Logistical Nightmare' Of Trump's Vote-By-Mail Order

Trump's executive order has thrown local vote-by-mail election preparations into chaos.

Wisconsin Rep. Gwen Moore Introduces Bill To Repeal Federal School Voucher Tax Credit

While the general election takes place on Nov. 3, Wisconsin’s next governor will not be inaugurated until Jan. 4, 2027.

Two Democrats Seek To Challenge Treasurer John Leiber, Wisconsin's Only GOP State Office Holder

Leiber, first elected in 2022, is running for his second term in office this year.

Democrats And Advocates Call For State Birth Control Protections

State laws are necessary to protect Wisconsinites from potential actions by the Supreme Court targeting access to birth control.

Wisconsin Earns 72/100 in New Financial Transparency Ranking

According to new national report by Truth in Accounting

Barnes Leans On Statewide Experience To Make Case For Democratic Nomination

Barnes entered the race in December and he’ll need to get through a crowded Democratic primary to make it onto the November ballot.

Federal Judge Weighs Whether To Overturn Former Wisconsin Judge Hannah Dugan's Obstruction Conviction

The case was an early test of how the courts would respond to President Trump's sweeping immigration crackdown.

Budget Committee Releases Funds For Agency That Aids People With Disabilities Seeking Work

The Joint Finance Committee voted unanimously for the funding, but members first argued over why the panel didn’t act sooner.

Republican Legislators Ask Evers To Pause Commutations, Make Changes To The Process

A commutation doesn’t automatically mean a person in prison will be released.

Most Wisconsinites Say They Wanted Failed Surplus Deal; Analysts Projected It Would Lead To Deficit

Of those surveyed, 80% said it should have passed, 11% said it shouldn’t have passed, while 9% said they didn’t know.

3rd Congressional District Democrats Say They'll Represent Regular People Better Than Van Orden

Democrats have often run against the Prairie du Chien Republican by pointing to his long list of perceived character flaws.

US Supreme Court's Uneven Rulings In Election Lead-Up Causing Chaos, Experts Say

Now, the Supreme Court is the one upending elections.

‘His Life Meant So Much More': Corrections Awards Honor Corey Proulx, Standout Staff

Department of Corrections Secretary Jared Hoy read the names of 10 Corrections workers seriously injured in the line of duty in 2025.

Wisconsin Advocates Fear Proposed Federal Changes Will Take Childcare Backward

The policies announced include a rollback of Biden administration programs that supported higher wages for childcare workers.

Report: FBI Investigating 2020 Wisconsin Election

President Donald Trump has frequently singled out Wisconsin’s election administration since he began attacking the 2020 election results.

Devil's Lake Expansion Highlights Imminent Loss Of Knowles-Nelson Funding

The nearly 40-year-old stewardship grant program has long been a bipartisan success story.

One-Time Independent Aims To Reinvent Politicking As He Gets Into Democratic Primary In 1st CD

Every Democratic primary candidate in the 1st Congressional District has a plea for funds on their website except Adam Follmer.