Waupun Mayor Weighs In On Closing Prison

‘We cannot be termed ‘prison city' anymore as we need to diversify our economic broad base'.

Testimony Favors Gov. Evers’ Budget 284 to 30

Republicans reject Democrats' plea to listen to more Wisconsinites on budget.

Biden To Order $15-An-Hour Minimum Wage For Federal Contract Workers

It will take effect in 2022 and adjust to cost of living annually after that date.

Are Wisconsin Schools Rolling In Dough? | Opinion

Federal aid is distorting school budget discussions.

Labor Leaders, Allies Urge Support For Pro-Union PRO Act In Washington

Democratic lawmakers circulate resolution draft seeking Legislature's endorsement.

Evers’ Budget Moves Us Toward A Better, More Equitable Economy | Opinion

BadgerCare, child care, public schools and unrigging the tax system.

A Tale Of Two Elections

An investigation by the Green Bay city attorney differs from the Legislature's assertions.

Senate Panel Advances Former Wisconsin Health Leader For Top HHS Post

Rep. Scott Fitzgerald takes partisan shots, bringing state GOP grudges to D.C..

Gov. Evers, Legislature Address Police Reform

Evers issued an executive order Wednesday afternoon directing state law enforcement to update its use of force policies.

UW Chancellors Push Back On GOP Legislators Claiming Universities Don’t Need State Money

In virtual event, Blank also says she opposes blanket cancellations of student loan debt.

On Earth Day 2021, ‘A Complicated Dance Between Hope And Despair’

Environmentalist Tia Nelson, daughter of Earth Day's founder, reflects on what it will take to save the planet.

Was Vos’ Immune-System Brag Anti-Vaccine?

A social media blow-up led to a lengthy screed on mandated vaccines, masks and "hateful leftists" by Speaker Vos.

Wisconsin High Schooler Helps Sexual Assault Survivors

Jessica Randall started a clothing drive for sexual assault survivors so they won’t have to leave the hospital wearing disposable scrubs.

Juvenile Detention Report Shows Improvements

Officials say more work needs to be done at Lincoln Hlls and Copper Lake.

Racial Disparities Task Force Divides Over Statewide Use Of Force Standard

Members of the Wisconsin Assembly task force on racial disparities went back and forth for hours on Tuesday.

Foxconn Deal Lowers Company’s Targets, Cuts Costs To State

New flexibility could make it easier for company to get credits it has been denied in previous years.

Partisan Attempts To Restrict Voting Snare Voters With Disabilities

2020 was a great year for accessible voting, but elections bills would end that trend.

This Company Wrote The Use-Of-Force Policy For Brooklyn Center, Dozens Of Wisconsin Law Enforcement Agencies

The policies for the use of tasers in Brooklyn Center closely match the policies in cities like Eau Claire.

Alabama Prison Throws Spotlight On Wisconsin Bonding Agency

Activists criticize state group's role in financing planned privately owned penitentiaries.

Evers Pushes Legal Cannabis And Justice Reform As Badger State Reinvestment

"This budget isn't my budget, it's your budget."

Behind LeMahieu’s Taciturn Style Lies A Staunch Conservative

The Senate majority leader's takes on federal stimulus, BadgerCare, voting, marijuana and Disneyland Day.

Ex-Wis Health Leader Pledges ‘Common-Ground’ Agenda For HHS Post

Andrea Palm worked at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services during the Obama administration.

Sen. Chris Larson Reports A Positive COVID-19 Test, Will Isolate

The diagnosis Wednesday followed a positive test in his 6-year-old daughter, Larson said.

J&J Vaccine Pause Extended At Least A Week, Feds Plan Next Steps

A federal vaccine advisory panel said Wednesday that it had too little data on a rare but serious blood-clotting condition.

SC To Determine DNR’s Authority On Drinking Water | Opinion

This week, Wisconsin’s Supreme Court heard oral arguments in a nearly decade-long environmental protection case.

Young, Beginning Farmers Work To Bring Small Farming Back To Wis

Locally sourced, sustainable foods give upstarts a chance to find footing.

Milwaukee DA Discusses Timing Of Alvin Cole Decision

Milwaukee County District Attorney John Chisholm has responded to the finds, and shed light on the decisions.

State Crime Lab Kept Up In 2020 Despite Pandemic

The Wisconsin State Crime Lab (WSCL), like workplaces across the state, was forced to adjust in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The GOP Budget Brain Versus The Democratic Budget Brain

To cobble together a bipartisan budget, both sides need wins.

Biden’s Budget Aims To Fight Climate Change, Promote Conservation, Aid Native Americans

President Joe Biden’s first budget request laid out on Friday reflects the administration’s commitments.

Signs Of Hope

Recovery from the pandemic, and from our toxic politics, is possible.

Father Issues New Challenge To Prosecutor Over Son’s Death In 2004

Investigator files complaint about DA, Bell asks DOJ for a new look at Kenosha Police shooting.

Biden Pitches Big Boosts In Education, Health Spending In Budget Request

The Biden administration released a key portion of its budget proposal for the upcoming fiscal year Friday.

Mutant Strains Help Drive Continued Jump In COVID-19 Cases

No mask mandate? Act like there still is one, state health officials urge.

What Wisconsin Small Business Needs Now

Small business owners, workers and communities across Wisconsin support the Badger bounceback budget put forward by Governor Tony Evers.

Student COVID-19 Infection Rates May Soar

The rise in student COVID infections was predicted.

Biden Taps Expert In Native American Law As Top Lawyer At Interior

Robert Anderson is a member of the Bois Forte Band of the Minnesota Chippewa Tribe.

Republicans Take Dim View Of Evers’ Workforce Budget Proposals

JFC lawmakers snub restoring worker rights and shrug off workforce development.

More Politics Than Financial Talk In School Budget Hearing

Superintendent Carolyn Stanford Taylor says goodbye.

Biden Administration Mum On Returning Gray Wolves To Endangered Species List

Trump administration delisting led to massive overhunt in Wisconsin, disrespected Ojibwe wishes.