Governors ask for flexibility in fiscal cliff deal

WASHINGTON (AP) -- A bipartisan group of governors says they sought assurances from President Barack Obama that any cuts in spending to address the looming ``fiscal cliff'' would not shift the financial burden onto states.

Two largest teachers unions enter merger talks

MADISON (AP) -- Wisconsin's two largest teachers unions will talk about merging as membership declines due to an overhaul of collective bargaining power.

Fiscal cliff situation could have impact on Wisconsin's economy

MILWAUKEE -- As fiscal cliff negotiations continue in Washington, D.C., Wisconsin's governor and other key lawmakers say going over the fiscal cliff would have an impact on the state of Wisconsin's finances.

Gov. Scott Walker lights Capitol Christmas Tree

MADISON (AP) -- The state Capitol Christmas tree is now lighted and decorated for the holiday season.

DOT says not enough funding for reconstruction of Zoo Interchange

MADISON -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation's budget doesn't have enough money for the scheduled reconstruction of the Zoo Interchange -- one of the state's busiest interchange.

Democrats want answers from Walker on John Doe case

MILWAUKEE -- Democratic lawmakers are asking Governor Scott Walker for more detailed answers in the on-going john doe investigation.

Current Co. Board member drafting bill to shrink size of County government

MILWAUKEE -- Shrinking the size of government in Milwaukee County is an idea that's gaining traction with some influential voices, including Gov.