Instagram stopped recommending political content – now social media users are noticing
Instagram changed its political content algorithm in February, but users are taking note now. Here's how to change the settings on the app.
Missouri, Louisiana hold presidential primaries Saturday
Two more states are holding primary elections this weekend. Democratic Party voters in Missouri will go to the polls on Saturday, while voters from both parties will make their presidential preference known in Louisiana.
Senate passes $1.2 trillion funding package, averting government shutdown threat
The Senate passed a $1.2 trillion package of spending bills in the early morning hours Saturday, a long overdue action nearly six months into the budget year that will push any threats of a government shutdown to the fall. The bill now goes to President Joe Biden to be signed into law.
GOP Rep. Gallagher to resign early
Republican Representative Mike Gallagher, who represents Wisconsin's 8th Congressional District, announced on Friday, March 22 that he is resigning early from his position.
Mukwonago voters to decide on $102 million school referendum
Mukwonago Area School District voters will decide a $102 million dollar question: a referendum to build a new middle school and make renovations of elementary schools.
Trump committee, Brandtjen charges declined: Wisconsin prosecutors
Prosecutors in three Wisconsin counties declined to pursue felony charges against former President Donald Trump's fundraising committee.
Republican Rep. Mike Gallagher to resign early from Congress
Republican Representative Mike Gallagher, who represents Wisconsin's 8th Congressional District, announced on Friday, March 22 that he is resigning early from his position.
Marjorie Taylor Greene files motion to oust Speaker Johnson
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., told reporters on Friday that she filed a motion to vacate House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., accusing him of having "betrayed" the "confidence" of the House GOP Conference.
Evers vetoes election bills, signs precious metals sales tax exemption
Gov. Tony Evers vetoed Republican proposals that would have allowed election observers to get closer to poll workers and required a new post-election audit, while signing a bill increasing the penalty for assaulting an election official.
Republican budget proposal calls for raising the retirement age
The Republican Study Committee introduced a budget plan that would make “modest changes" to the retirement age for future retirees.
Trump's $454M bond for civil trial case not appealing to insurers
Court documents filed this week reveal the "insurmountable difficulties" former President Trump, the presumptive 2024 GOP presidential nominee, is having in obtaining an appeal bond for the New York civil matter.
RNC Milwaukee 2024; protests, marching rules, legislation signed
Mayor Cavalier Johnson signed legislation on Wednesday, March 20, creating a permit process for protesting and marching during the 2024 Republican National Convention.
Trump, Biden secure victories in Tuesday's primaries, advancing towards a rematch
There was little suspense about Tuesday's results as both Biden and Trump are already their parties' presumptive nominees. But other races beyond the presidency also offer insight into the national political landscape.
Over 60% of US abortions in 2023 done using medication: report
New research from the Guttmacher Institute, a research group advocating for abortion rights, reveals that over 60% of abortions in the United States last year were medication-induced, marking a significant increase from 53% in 2020.
Voter incompetency records; should WI counties release them?
The Wisconsin Supreme Court will decide if counties must release voter incompetency records.
Wisconsin Supreme Court: Recall election question to be considered
A divided Wisconsin Supreme Court asked for arguments within two days related to a question over what legislative boundaries should be in place for a potential recall election.
RNC Milwaukee 2024; protests, marching rules
The City of Milwaukee is one step closer to approving rules for speakers and protests during the Republican National Convention.
Kimberly Zapata ballot Fraud trial begins
The trial for Kimberly Zapata, a former Milwaukee election official, began today, March 18. she's accused of ballot fraud that happened in 2022.
Marquette helps DACA students; supporting 'Dreamers' with gala
Marquette University is going the extra mile to help DACA students achieve higher education.
Wisconsin early voting begins March 19; what you need to know
Early voting begins in Wisconsin for local races, two proposed constitutional amendments and the now anticlimactic presidential primary.