Wisconsin stewardship projects; Evers calls for smoother approval

Gov. Tony Evers wants to make it more difficult for the Republican-controlled Legislature to block the purchasing of land by conservation groups and the state.

Gov. Evers proposes local sales tax hikes to pay for services

Gov. Tony Evers proposed that Wisconsin counties and some cities cities be allowed to ask voters to raise the sales tax to pay for local services.

Wisconsin licensing backlog audit; Republicans poised to order

Republican lawmakers were poised Tuesday to order an audit of a Wisconsin agency that has taken weeks to issue professional licenses.

Milwaukee's American Rescue Plan money: How will $92M be spent?

It's your money: How should Milwaukee spend the remaining $92 million from the American Rescue Act (ARPA)? The Common Council's Committee is working on making those decisions and needs your opinions.

White House: Improved surveillance caught Chinese balloon

U.S. officials said Monday that improvements ordered by President Biden to strengthen defenses against Chinese espionage helped spot the spy balloon — and determine that similar flights were conducted at multiple points during the Trump administration.

State of the Union 2023: What to watch for during Biden's address

Expect lots of new faces and fresh political dynamics as President Joe Biden delivers this year’s State of the Union address.

Billionaire Koch network to oppose Trump in 2024

The Koch network joins a list of prominent Republican donors distancing themselves from former President Donald Trump.

Most Democrats don’t want Biden to seek a second term in 2024, poll finds

Many poll respondents suggest President Joe Biden’s age is a liability, with some focusing on his coughing, gaffes, and the possibility that the world's most stressful job would be better for someone younger.

Chinese balloon: Montana man describes 'surreal' experience capturing spectacle on camera

“I’m a little bit disturbed that the surveillance balloon — if that is, in fact, what it was — made it this far into our country and was hovering over my hometown” Chase Doak told LiveNOW from FOX.

President Biden to visit Wisconsin after State of the Union

President Joe Biden and his Cabinet, along with Vice President Kamala Harris, will visit Wisconsin after his State of the Union address next week.

Sayreville councilwoman shot, killed outside her home

Sayreville, New Jersey councilwoman Eunice Dwumfour was shot and killed Wednesday night outside her home, authorities said.

Biden administration approves more than 16 million borrowers for student loan forgiveness

Even though millions have been approved for the president’s student loan forgiveness initiative, the plan remains in legal battle and the Supreme Court is set to take it on in February. This is what you need to know about paying off student loan debt quickly.

Milwaukee should 'expect' presidential debate ahead of 2024 RNC

The 2024 Republican National Convention host committee, party officials and local leaders on Thursday gathered in Milwaukee for a "kickoff" event.