UW System President Calls For Financial Assessment Of Two-Year Campuses

A dozen of these colleges are facing dwindling enrollment, threatening their survival.

Wisconsin GOP Lawmakers Working On Medical Pot Legalization

Medical marijuana is legal in 38 states. A push for legalization in Wisconsin has gained momentum.

Wisconsin Senate Quickly Passes Public Records Bill, Resolutions, Confirms Nominees On Wednesday

Democrats criticize the “do-nothing” calendar.

Dane Co. Judge Rules Lawyers Suing False Electors Can Remain On Case

Judge Frank Remington agreed that the attorneys don't have a conflict of interest.

Wisconsin Child Care Providers Brace For Sharp Cut Six Months Sooner Than They Expected

State supplemental funding will drop 50% in June while advocates campaign for continuing it in 2023-25 budget.

Nearly 150 Layoffs Expected In WI David’s Bridal Stores: Notice

David's Bridal last week filed notice with the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development about likely layoffs amid a bankruptcy filing.

How Wisconsin's Facebook Users Can Claim Cash From A $725M Settlement

A judge on Tuesday approved a tentative agreement with Meta to pay out millions to settle class-action privacy lawsuits.

Over 160 Libraries Offering WI State Park Passes For Checkout In 2023

A program that had 20 Wisconsin libraries offering state park car passes for checkout last year will expand to over 160 libraries in 2023.

Does my insurance cover damage when a contractor wrecks my home?

What you can do to make sure you avoid contractor scams

Wisconsin Assembly Republicans Pass Bills To Block Government From Curbing Fossil Fuel Use

Republican advocates called the measures common sense guarantors of free choice and a bulwark against government overreach.

Wisconsin DOC Pushes Back Against Findings In Community Corrections Audit

The Department of Corrections is questioning the methods the audit used to make its recommendations and conclusions.

Republicans Reject Massive DNR Conservation Project During Passive Review Process

GOP lawmakers say the project was mismanaged by the DNR, while Democrats criticized the process for reviewing such projects.

Audit Finds Improvements Needed For Wisconsin DOC Community Corrections Program

The audit found that the DOC did not consistently complete risk and needs assessments in a timely manner.

David’s Bridal Files For Bankruptcy: What Does It Mean For WI Brides?

David's Bridal, which has six locations in Wisconsin, announced plans to file for bankruptcy protections Monday.

The Good And The Bad: Insects Crawling Out From Winter In Wisconsin

While officials encourage people to destroy some insects (mainly their eggs) in Wisconsin, others are quite important for our ecosystems.

EPA Auto Emissions Proposal Aims To Spur Wisconsin EV Sales

More than 9,330 electric vehicles were registered in Wisconsin in 2021.

Researchers Find Flaws In Wisconsin Medicaid Restrictions Bill, And In The Ideas Behind It

Analysts say that the new rules would worsen health care for some of the state's most vulnerable residents.

National Guard Helicopters Respond To 2,900 Acre Wildfire In Fort McCoy

Firefighters are also responding to an 80-acre wildfire in Juneau County.

Deadlock At Wisconsin Elections Commission Would Give Vos, LeMahieu Opportunity To Select New Administrator

Meagan Wolfe, who has run the WEC since 2019, has become a regular target of right-wing attacks.

Wildfire Danger Is High Across Wisconsin

Gov. Tony Evers has declared a state of emergency.

Bill Would Allow Wisconsin School Boards To Adopt Concealed Carry Policies On School Grounds For Teachers

The bill follows a resurgence of national calls to address gun violence after mass shootings in Tennessee and Kentucky.

Wisconsin Lawmakers Debate Bills That Would Create New Barriers To Benefits

GOP measures on unemployment insurance, Medicaid go before Assembly hearings.

GOP Megadonor Who Took Justice Thomas On Luxury Trips Has Given $50k To Wisconsin Republicans

The recipients include U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson, Rep. Mike Gallagher, and Rep. Derrick Van Orden.

Over $20M Owed To WI Taxpayers: ‘Time Running Out’ To Claim, IRS Says

Nationwide, the IRS says taxpayers are sitting on $1.5 billion in refunds from the 2019 tax season— but the clock is ticking to claim them.

Wisconsinites Weigh In After Texas Judge's Block On Abortion Pill

Planned Parenthood Wisconsin’s medical director called the Texas judge's decision an "attack" on medical care for miscarriages and abortion.

Should Wisconsin School Districts Let Employees Concealed Carry?

Should school districts in Wisconsin be allowed to set their own policy on staff carrying weapons? Share your thoughts with Patch's survey.

WI School Employees Could Concealed Carry Under GOP Proposal

A proposal from two Wisconsin Republicans could give school districts the power to allow employees to carry a weapon.

DPI Superintendent Jill Underly Heard By Joint Finance Committee In Eau Claire

She urged the committee to approve Gov. Tony Evers' $2.6 billion in proposed school funding.

Gov. Evers Declares State of Emergency Over 'Extreme' Wildfire Danger

Thanks to warm, dry, and windy conditions, embers from campfires and other burns can quickly and easily escape control and cause a wildfire.

What To Know In WI As Deadline To File 2022 Income Tax Returns Nears

Wisconsinites who fail to file their state tax return on time could be subject to a fine and interest payments on what they owe.

2 Venomous Snakes To Know As You Explore Wisconsin's Outdoors

Wisconsin is home to over 20 species of snakes, many of which are rare; But just two types of snakes in the Badger State are venomous.

Man Who Killed 2 Wisconsin Police Officers Identified

The two officers were shot and killed during a traffic stop in the small town of Cameron, Wisconsin, on Saturday.

Around 1,500 Jobs Cut In Wisconsin So Far In 2023: March Layoffs

Employers across the nation planned to shed nearly 90,000 employees in March with the tech sector significantly affected, a report said.

Lettuce, Salad Recall In WI Expanded After Listeriosis Outbreak

Revolution Farms expanded its voluntary recall to include all products sold under its brand name.

2 WI Police Officers Killed In Traffic Stop Shootout

Officers from two neighboring towns died at the scene, and the person involved in the traffic stop also died, authorities said.

University Of Wisconsin Students Can Expect Tuition To Rise This Fall

For the first time in 10 years, students across the University of Wisconsin system can expect to pay more in tuition next school year.

Wisconsin Education Spending, Shared Revenue Recurring Issues In Budget Listening Session

The Joint Finance Committee spent eight hours hearing from Wisconsinites during its first budget listening session Wednesday.

Managing Medicaid Changes So People Don't Lose Health Insurance

In April, 30 states, including Wisconsin, will require Medicaid recipients to begin annually requalifying for the program.

Lettuce, Salad Kits Sold In WI Recalled Over Listeria Risks

Fourteen different products were recalled over Listeria concerns. Listeria can cause serious, sometimes fatal infections, the FDA said.

Abortion Drives Liberal's Win In Wisconsin Court Election

Protasiewicz defeated her conservative opponent, Dan Kelly, by an astonishing 11 percentage points.