Bipartisan Support Moves Mendota Juvenile Treatment Center Expansion Forward

‘It's a win for the state. It's a win for the taxpayers, but mainly it's a win for these kids'.

Unemployment Comp Tax Break Advances As It Sparks Tensions

Bill's Senate author laments measure ‘getting caught up in partisan politics'.

Republicans To Cut Popular Evers’ Budget Plan, Leaving Behind A $3.4B Hole

Broad GOP targets include pot, equity and sustainability.

VP Harris In Milwaukee Visit Touts Administration’s $2T Jobs Plan

Harris highlighted the federal funding the Biden administration plan would allocate for research and development programs.

COVID-19 Vaccine Demand Slows Down, But DHS Says Need Still Critical

State program now strives for widespread, easy availability to quell the pandemic.

The Wisconsin Legislature’s Cynical Run For The Border | Opinion

State Republicans were focused like a laser beam — 1,500 miles to the south, on the states that share a border with Mexico.

May Day In Milwaukee

Three mile march focuses on immigrant rights and representation.

GOP Leaders To Evers: We’re Spiking Your Budget, But Come Talk With Us

They added they will begin voting on the state budget on Thursday.

Ron Johnson Challenger Wrote The Book On How Union Workers Saved A Wisconsin Paper Plant

Outagamie County Exec Thomas Nelson embraces a strong pro-labor agenda.

A Northern Wisconsin Women’s Group’s BLM Support Blew Up Its Relationships With Police

How Embrace picked up the pieces after stance against racism cost them.

Happy Mother's Day To Linda Gandee

Across Wisconsin Patch is celebrating Mother's Day 2021 by sharing mother-daughter or mother-son photos and messages of love.

Warnock Works To Remedy Decades Of USDA Discrimination Against Black Farmers

Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty sues calling aid to Black farmers 'race discrimination'.

Proposed Wisconsin Elections Laws Could Be Illegal

Election litigation in Wisconsin can feel like playing ‘whack-a-mole'.

Evers Appoints Three To UW Board Of Regents, Reshaping Higher Education In His Vision

Gov. Tony Evers announced three appointments to the UW System Board of Regents Friday, April 30.

With ‘Amtrak Joe’ In The White House, States Hope For A Passenger Rail Renaissance

Routes through Madison and to Green Bay are part of the conceptual expansion plan that the carrier is considering.

Biden Calls For Sweeping ‘Once-In-A-Generation Investment’ To Reshape The Nation

Biden on Wednesday heralded the country as “on the move again” as he sketched out his expansive vision for a post-pandemic America.

School Districts Face Heated Battles Over Whether Or Not To Ditch Masks

Wisconsin is a patchwork of experiences and perceptions concerning the COVID-19 pandemic.

Faith And The COVID-19 Vaccine

Religious groups join the effort to help more people get the shot, especially those often left behind.

Wisconsin Attorney General Kaul Announces Statewide Clergy Abuse Investigation

Wisconsin is opening a statewide review of historical and recent sexual abuse by members of the clergy and other faith leaders.

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.

Obituary: Lt Col Elaine Sue Houser

Proud decorated Veteran of the United States Air Force Reserves passes away at the age of 71.

Evers Pushes Legal Cannabis And Justice Reform As Badger State Reinvestment

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