Wisconsin battle over diversity, tax dollars; deal in the works
A battle over diversity and tax dollars is being waged in Wisconsin. A deal would give higher pay to all Universities of Wisconsin workers and a new engineering building. In exchange, the universities would cut some jobs dedicated to diversity.
Wisconsin ranked choice voting bill; Senate elections committee hearing
A bipartisan bill that would dramatically change how Wisconsin residents choose congressional candidates by asking them to rank their top choices instead of voting for one of two candidates is headed for its first public hearing.
What to know about abortion lawsuits in US courts this week
After the Texas Supreme Court ruled against a Texas woman seeking permission to obtain an abortion in the state, three other state top courts are scheduled to hear abortion cases this week.
Alternate Wisconsin Trump elector Spindell's removal called for
Wisconsin Secretary of State Sarah Godlewski called for a alternate Trump elector Bob Spindell to be removed from his Wisconsin Elections Commission role.
Texas woman at center of abortion lawsuit leaves state to have procedure
Kate Cox has sought an abortion elsewhere, according to the Center for Reproductive Rights, which is not disclosing her whereabouts.
US aid for Ukraine in jeopardy as GOP ties it to border security
The impasse is deepening in Congress despite dire warnings from the White House about the consequences of inaction in Ukraine.
Fans First Act: New bill aims to address flaws in live event ticketing system
“From ensuring fans get refunds for canceled shows to banning speculative ticket sales, this bipartisan legislation will improve the ticketing experience,” said Sen. Amy Klobuchar, one of the sponsors of the new bill.
UW reaches deal with Republicans, scales back diversity positions
Universities of Wisconsin officials announced they've agreed to freeze hiring for diversity positions, drop an affirmative action faculty hiring program at UW-Madison and create a position at the flagship campus focused on conservative thought.
Wisconsin liquor law overhaul; wedding barns express concern
When Gov. Tony Evers signed a law overhauling Wisconsin’s liquor laws, breweries and wineries welcomed it. But other venues did not.
Hunter Biden indicted on 9 tax-related charges in special counsel probe
Hunter Biden has been indicted on nine tax charges in California as a special counsel investigation into the business dealings of the president’s son intensifies against the backdrop of the looming 2024 election.
Wisconsin abortion ruling, Sheboygan County prosecutor to appeal
The future of Wisconsin's abortion law runs through Sheboygan, as that county's district attorney pledges to appeal a ruling that an 1849 law didn't actually ban abortion.
Open Record: An Act of Rebellion
Wisconsin's Act 10 is challenged, as a new lawsuit filed raises new arguments.
Wisconsin abortion ban; Republican prosecutor to appeal ruling
The Sheboygan County district attorney plans to appeal a court ruling that Wisconsin law permits consensual medical abortions.
Bipartisan elections commission; GOP leader opposes bill to disband
The proposal would put the secretary of state in charge of elections, rather than the WEC, but the Legislature would have the final say.
Kevin McCarthy resigning from Congress, he says
Two months ago, Kevin McCarthy was booted as House speaker.
Republican debate: Nikki Haley targeted by rivals as they all trail Trump
Nikki Haley is facing new criticism in the opening moments of the fourth debate for Republican presidential hopefuls.
UW pay raises; Speaker Robin Vos, UW officials disagree
The leader of the Wisconsin Senate said lawmakers are nearing a deal that would allow for pay raises for Universities of Wisconsin employees to take effect.
Alternate Wisconsin Trump electors admit Biden won, settle lawsuit
Republicans who posed as alternate electors for Donald Trump in Wisconsin admitted their actions were used in an effort to overturn Joe Biden's victory.
Evers vetoes Wisconsin gender-affirming care for minors ban
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers vetoed a bill that sought to outlaw gender-affirming care for minors.
Trump will 'come after' people in the media if elected again, ally says
A Donald Trump ally who worked in his Justice Department said a second Trump administration will retaliate against people in the media "criminally or civilly."