Wisconsin Agriculture Faces Uncertainty Heading Into 2026

Last week, the Trump administration announced it would be providing $12 billion in bridge payments to American farmers.

Feds Call Out Wisconsin, 38 Other States For Diverting Benefits Owed To Foster Kids

In Wisconsin, the office of Gov. Tony Evers pointed to a provision Evers included in his proposed 2025-27 state budget to end the practice.

National Democrats Target US Senate GOP Incumbents On Health Care Votes

“REPUBLICAN ARE DOUBLING HEALTH CARE COSTS,” one mockup of the ad provided to States Newsroom reads. “

Report On Strained Federal Data Agencies Hits Home In Wisconsin

As federal funding and systems dwindle, states are left to decide how and whether to make up the difference.

Mandela Barnes Aims To Raise $50 Million In Governor's Race

Calls the Democratic primary a ‘battle of ideas.’

Wisconsin Grapples With Prospect Of Losing Federal Housing Funds

HUD cuts could endanger housing for families, veterans and children.

Corn's Clean-Energy Promise Is Clashing With Its Climate Footprint

For decades, corn has reigned over American agriculture. It sprawls across 90 million acres — about the size of Montana.

Anti-Abortion Groups, Lawmakers Push Feds For More Permanent ‘Defunding' Of Planned Parenthood

Several Republican-led states, including Ohio and Indiana, have also recently tried to cut Planned Parenthood off of state Medicaid funding.

Farmworkers Sue Over Trump's Low Wages For Foreign Guest Workers

The cuts “will severely impact farmworkers — some of the most vulnerable members of our society and many of whom already live in poverty."

Waukesha Sheriff Flock System Data Raises Questions

The Wisconsin Examiner’s Criminal Justice Reporting Project shines a light on incarceration, law enforcement and criminal justice issues.

Controversial Unemployment Insurance Bill Gets Its First Hearing In The Legislature

A business lobbyist Thursday sought to salvage a new unemployment insurance bill that has sparked opposition from some Democrats.

Following Lead Of Federal GOP, Wisconsin Lawmakers Take Up Credit Card Political Contributions Bill

“Let’s acknowledge that we need to know that unlawful sources and foreign entities are not infiltrating our campaigns and elections.”

Trump Issues Largely Symbolic Pardons Of Wisconsin Fake Electors

President Trump has pardoned a group of Wisconsin Republicans who participated in his scheme to overturn the results of the 2020 election.

Lawmakers Move To End Shutdown: How WI Senators Voted

The agreement includes a reversal of the mass firings of federal workers since the shutdown began on Oct. 1.

Democratic Lawmakers Propose Statewide Framework For Wisconsin Data Center Construction

There are now 47 data centers in Wisconsin, with more under consideration by local governments.

Supt. Underly Faces Criticism, Audits Of Financial Reporting And Teacher Licensing

Rep. Robert Wittke (R-Caledonia) said Underly is the only agency head who has not come before the committee when it is discussing an audit.

Assembly Committee Debates ‘Reality-Based' Vs. Conspiracy Minded Solutions To Absentee Drop Boxes

At a public hearing Tuesday, legislators engaged in an occasionally tense debate over proposed changes to the state election system.

Wisconsin Superintendent Jill Underly A No-Show At Hearing On Teacher Sexual Misconduct

State Superintendent Jill Underly didn’t show up to answer questions from Wisconsin lawmakers about sexual misconduct reports by educators.

Gableman Could Be On The Hook For $48k To Cover Costs For Investigating Him

Both the responsibility for paying the bill and the ultimate punishment will be decided by the state Supreme Court.

Wisconsin Department Of Justice Appeals Citizen Voting Check Ruling

Under current law, people registering to vote must affirm they are U.S. citizens but are not required to provide proof.

Lawmakers Take Up UW Tuition Constraints, Penalties For Free Speech Violations

“Free speech is not just a constitutional principle. It’sthe core of what makes our universities thrive,” UW VP of Public Relations said.

Competition In Big Tech Is At Stake As Trump Seeks More Control Of FTC

“If Meta bans him from their platform, then they have all the power,” he said. “And he wants to have all the power," author Weinstein said.

Wisconsin Could Lose $130M As Energy Department Targets Grants Awarded Under Biden

As federal funding and systems dwindle, states are left to decide how and whether to make up the difference.

Kaul Says He'll Run For AG Again, Deciding Against Pursuing Governor's Seat

"It’s critical that we continue to have an AG who will stand up for our freedoms and the rule of law,” Kaul said in a statement.

Wisconsin ended 2024 with a surplus

The state earned a "B" grade for its fiscal health

Cuts To Two Wisconsin Veterans Programs Officially Take Effect This Month

The Veterans Housing and Recovery Program (VHRP) is closing two of its locations, one in Chippewa Falls and the other in Green Bay.

Where ‘Monday Processing' And Other Elections Measures Stand In Wisconsin This Legislative Session

Despite passing the Assembly, a bill to implement Monday processing died last legislative session due to opposition in the Senate.

DOJ Files Suit Against Six States That Refused To Share Voter Data

Some states have released only publicly available data or invited DOJ attorneys to make public records requests. Some have refused outright.

Half The States Don't Have Enough Money To Cover All Their Bills, Report Finds

Half of American states do not have enough funds to pay their bills, according to a new analysis released Thursday.

Previously Canceled Penalty For Disabled Workers Returns

The legislation proposed by the labor-management council is denounced by Democratic lawmakers

Jessica Seawright, Social Worker And Disability Rights Advocate, Launches Campaign For AD 21

Jessica Seawright, a social worker, disability rights advocate and mother, launched her campaign for Assembly District 21 Monday.

State Rep. Francesca Hong, A Bartender And Democratic Socialist, Joins Primary Field For Governor

Hong said she feels a sense of urgency because of the direction the Trump administration and Republicans are taking.

Wisconsin Researcher's Project Cut Short In NIH Diversity Purge

The research project started in early January 2025. But the April NIH message told Fields the funding was being cut off.

Gov. Tony Evers Sues Legislature Over Rulemaking Again

“No statute bars agencies from promulgating final administrative rules pending a legislative committee’s review,” Evers's filing argued.

Wisconsinites Could Block Themselves From Buying A Handgun Under Democratic Proposal

The lawmakers said the bill is picking up on the work of Rep. Brostoff, who was an advocate for improving access to mental health services.

As Democrats Seek To Flip The Wisconsin State Senate, Primaries Shape Up In Two Target Districts

Wisconsin Democrats have their eyes set on winning the Senate majority in 2026 and are two seats away from that outcome.

Baldwin Legislation Would Extend Tax Credits That Cut Affordable Care Act Insurance Costs

Legislation that would keep down the cost of health insurance for nearly a quarter of a million Wisconsin residents has Republican support.

As Democrats Fight ‘Fire With Fire,' Gerrymandering Opponents Seek A Path Forward

The new maps give Republicans a chance of winning additional districts, but don’t guarantee victories, they add.

With ‘No Tax On Tips' Out Of The Budget, Wisconsin Lawmakers Turn To Bill Mirroring Federal Law

“It would make it more difficult for those tip earners to borrow money for their houses or their cars,” Tusler said.

Trump Vows To End Mail-In Ballots: What WI Voters Need To Know

President Donald Trump vowed on his social media platform this week to make changes in how U.S. elections are conducted.