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Statehouse Democrats Pitch Limits on Legislative Legal Bills
The push also comes as Democrats in Madison hope to be able to win the majority in the State Senate for the first time since 2010.
Wisconsin Lawmakers Looking To Repeal Governor Evers 400 Year Bill
After ruling in April that the veto was constitutional, the decision also gave recourse to the GOP led State Legislature.
Child Care Showdown Ends in Win for Evers in State Budget Deal
The 2025–27 Wisconsin budget invests over $330 million into child care access, funding a new state program and stabilizing providers after pandemic aid.
Budget to Bring Major Tax Relief to Middle Class Wisconsinites
Recently passed budget to bring much needed relief to lower and middle income Wisconsinites as the country recovers from inflation
UW Regents Unanimously Approve Third Straight Tuition Increase
This is the third-straight tuition hike at the UW.
Republican Businessman with Questionable History Enters Gubernatorial Race
Republican businessman and former Navy SEAL Bill Berrien announces his run for Wisconsin Governor, opposing Tony Evers’ fiscal policies. Berrien faces scrutiny over past support for Ranked Choice Voting and Nikki Haley.
Wisconsin Apprenticeships Face Legal Limits
Wisconsin apprenticeships boom, but an old law blocks new trainees. Can a new bill fix it?
Affirmative Action Program Ends After Court Ruling
A federal affirmative action program, the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE), ended after a legal challenge by the Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty
Republican Birth Certificate Bill Faces Democrat Backlash
Wisconsin birth certificate bill would limit sex changes after transitions, balancing policy clarity and rights concerns.
Wisconsin Bills Boost Rural Data Centers
Rural Development Focus Wisconsin lawmakers are debating bills to expand data center development in rural areas, aiming to bridge the digital economy gap with urban hubs, per discussions reported by the [Wisconsin State Journal](https://madison.com). Senate Bill 244,...
State Supreme Court Strikes Down Evers’ Use of Line-Item Veto on a Literacy Coaching Program Bill
The Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled unanimously on Wednesday that Gov. Evers didn’t have the authority to use his line-item veto on a bill meant to create a literacy coaching program.
Kapenga Urges No Vote on new State Budget
There wouldn’t be any work stoppages, or missed paychecks, but the state would operate at the same funding level for the next two years that it has operated at for the past two years.
Bannon: Cut Federal Funds to UW-Madison Over Ties to CCP, ‘Woke’ Faculty
In a fiery rebuke, Bannon calls on Trump to pull federal funds from UW-Madison, accusing the university of harboring CCP influence and anti-American ideology through its “woke” faculty and research programs.
Gov. Evers Opposes President Trump’s use of California National Guard
Gov. Evers did not say anything about the letter, or anything more about his criticisms of the president either in-person or online Monday.
Fresh Off Supreme Court Victory, Liberals Launch Push to Flip Wisconsin Congressional Seats
Wisconsin groups file lawsuits to redraw congressional maps, aiming for fairer representation by 2026 elections.
Wisconsin Republicans Strip Evers’ Budget, Reset Debate on State Priorities
Wisconsin’s Joint Finance Committee revises Governor Evers’ budget, removing over 600 provisions to focus on state priorities.
Wisconsin Eyes Tax Incentives to Attract Film and Video Game Industries
Wisconsin bills propose tax credits for film and video game industries to boost jobs and tourism, sparking debate over costs.
Immigration Clash in Wisconsin: Evers’ Memo Draws Republican Rebuke Following Judge’s Arrest
Governor Evers’ ICE guidance memo faces Republican criticism after a judge’s arrest, highlighting state-federal tensions.
GOP Lawmakers Propose “Red Tape Reset” to Slash Regulations and Streamline Government
Wisconsin lawmakers propose reforms to streamline regulations, aiming to boost economic growth and transparency.
Northern Wisconsin Judge Threatens Court Shutdown Over ICE Arrest Fallout
Sawyer County Circuit Court Judge Monica Isham has threatened to suspend court proceedings in her branch unless the state provides guidance on handling federal immigration agents in courtrooms. Her stance follows the April 2025 arrest of Milwaukee County Judge Hannah...
Supreme Court Showdown Casts Long Shadow Over Budget Talks
Veto Dispute OverviewA Wisconsin Supreme Court case, Wisconsin State Legislature v. Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, is delaying budget negotiations between Republican legislators and Governor Tony Evers. The case examines Evers’ use of partial veto power...
Audit: Wisconsin Sent $248 Million in Unemployment to People Not Looking for Work
Nearly two-thirds of improper payments linked to work search violations, but Governor Evers vetoed reform bills.
Wisconsin DPI Hosts Race-Based Library Event Amid Legal Scrutiny
“BIPOC-Centered” public library event in Madison faces backlash and a federal civil rights complaint.
Wisconsin GOP Defector Kevin Petersen Greenlights Controversial Election Rule
New WEC rules restrict election observer rights, drawing backlash over transparency and legislative bypass.
Half of Wisconsin State Employees Work Remotely — With Little Oversight or Accountability
Lawmaker calls for return-to-office law after agencies fail to track productivity or justify continued telework.
Wisconsin Faces Soaring Teacher Turnover Across Subjects and Districts
Teacher transfer and exit rates hit record highs in core subjects like English, math, and science, especially in rural and small school districts.
Republican-Backed Bill Would Raise Property Taxes in Already High-Tax Wisconsin
Critics say Senate Bill 181 strips voter oversight and deepens affordability crisis
Wisconsin Schools Face Funding Crisis as DPI Refuses Federal Civil Rights Compliance
Superintendent Underly’s Stand Risks Budget Cuts, Program Losses, and Higher Property Taxes
Wisconsin Democrats’ Socialist Caucus Honored OnlyFans Model During Holy Week
Legislators issue state citation to Penthouse model while opposing protections for minors from online pornography
Republican Resignations Let Evers Flip Key Law Enforcement Roles
Mid-term exits are giving Wisconsin’s Democratic governor the power to quietly reshape crime and immigration policy without voter input.
Henry Repeating Arms Relocates All Manufacturing to Wisconsin
Firearms giant consolidates operations in gun-friendly Wisconsin, citing growth, collaboration, and Second Amendment values.
Audit Uncovers Rampant DEI Waste at Wisconsin Universities
Taxpayer dollars fund divisive, discriminatory programs across UW campuses
Democrats Introduce Bill to Allow Abortion at Any Time for Any Reason in Wisconsin
The Abortion Rights Restoration Act would repeal existing restrictions and create a statutory right to abortion without limitations
Wisconsin Suspect Charged with Trafficking Young Girls in Basement Horror
Victim allegedly drank from puddle during captivity, per disturbing court files.
Milwaukee Officer Denied Medical Care at Two Froedtert Clinics Over Duty Firearm
Police union blasts Froedtert for repeated mistreatment of on-duty officers seeking treatment or conducting investigations.
Wisconsin Judge Threatens to Halt Court Proceedings Over Colleague’s Arrest
Judge Monica Isham says she will not hold court unless state officials provide guidance following Judge Hannah Dugan’s arrest, attacks Trump administration.
Wisconsin Government Work-From-Home Debate
Balancing Flexibility and Office Presence in the State Workforce
Wisconsin Appeals Court Upholds Ban on Email Ballots, Protecting Election Integrity
Ruling Prevents Risky Expansion of Electronic Voting
How Delayed Marriage is Changing Family Life in the U.S.
Why Americans Are Marrying Later and What It Means for Families, Children, and Society
Majority Supports Protecting Women’s Sports, Yet Tony Evers Signals Opposition
Wisconsin lawmakers are considering two bills, Assembly Bill 100 (AB 100) and Assembly Bill 102 (AB 102), that would require schools and universities to categorize sports teams based on biological sex. Supporters argue that the legislation is necessary to ensure...
Governor Evers’ Budget Plan: Tax Hikes Masquerading as Tax Relief
Despite claims of $2 billion in tax relief, Governor Evers’ budget proposals impose billions in new tax burdens while failing to provide real relief for Wisconsin families.
Gov. Evers’ Language Change Insults Wisconsin Mothers—And He’s Not Backing Down
Wisconsin’s governor defends replacing “mother” with “inseminated person” in state law, sparking backlash from lawmakers and parents.
Wisconsin Republicans Push for ‘Pharmacy Benefit Manager’ Reform
“Cole’s Act” aims to hold PBMs accountable and protect local pharmacies.
Wisconsin’s Right of First Refusal Bill: Protecting Local Utilities or Stifling Competition and Raising Rates?
Legislation sparks debate over cost, competition, and control of the power grid.
Wisconsin Court Strikes Down Race-Based Scholarship Program in Blow to Affirmative Action Policies
Wisconsin appeals court rules against Evers Administration’s race-based scholarship, signaling broader backlash against DEI and affirmative action policies.
Wisconsin Supreme Court’s Role in Election Integrity: Voter ID at Risk
The liberal majority on the Wisconsin Supreme Court has already overturned key election integrity rulings, and more challenges could be on the way.
The Case Against the DOGE Dividend: Real Spending Reform Requires More Than a Handout
Cutting spending and reducing taxation are the real solutions, not another government giveaway.
New Tool Reveals Cost of Repealing Act 10 on Wisconsin Homeowners
With the Wisconsin Supreme Court considering the fate of Act 10, homeowners need to brace for the financial fallout if Act 10 were top be repealed.
A Child’s Plea Ignored: Judge Susan Crawford’s Legacy of Leniency
A Child’s Trauma Ignored as a Judge Favors Rehabilitation Over Accountability
Wisconsin Lawmakers Push for School Cellphone Ban Amid National Trends
Bill would require school boards to prohibit cellphone use during instructional time.
New Bill Seeks to Expand Parental Access to School Curricula, Evers Expected to Veto
A proposed bill would require school boards to provide parents and residents access to textbooks and curricula within 14 days.