U.S. embassy families in Ukraine ordered to leave country as war fears mount
The State Department is ordering the families of all American personnel at the U.S. Embassy in Kyiv to leave the country and allowing non-essential staff to leave Ukraine amid heightened fears of a Russian invasion.
Russia denies British claim of trying to replace Ukraine leader
Russia has denied a British claim that it's seeking to replace Ukraine’s government with a pro-Moscow administration.
Wisconsin's Pocan to DOJ: Investigate fake electors' paperwork
U.S. Rep. Pocan asked for an investigation into Republican electors who submitted paperwork saying former President Trump had won in Wisconsin.
Wisconsin legislator calls for election cheating in video
A Republican Wisconsin state lawmaker was recorded on video saying that Republicans need to "cheat like the Democrats" to win elections.
Wisconsin election subpoenas; jailing mayors no longer sought
The investigator looking into Wisconsin's 2020 election is no longer seeking to jail mayors for allegedly not complying with a subpoena.
Wisconsin ballot drop boxes; judge refuses to stay rules
A Wisconsin judge refused to stay a ruling restricting the use of absentee ballot drop boxes, rejecting arguments that the decision will confuse voters.
US, Russia face 'critical moment' in Ukraine talks, Blinken says
Secretary of State Antony Blinken spoke Friday before heading into talks with his Russian counterpart amid rising concerns that Europe could again be beset by war.
Waukesha Christmas Parade victims honored by Wisconsin Assembly
The Wisconsin Assembly honored the victims of the Waukesha Christmas Parade.
Wisconsin bail reform; lawmakers take action on 4 bills
Republican senators took a step toward bail reform in Wisconsin on Thursday, Jan. 20. But critics say, not so fast.
Wisconsin vote on working age in summer; Wisconsin Assembly approves
The Wisconsin Assembly sent Gov. Tony Evers a bill on Thursday that would allow teenagers to work longer hours during the busy summer tourism months.
Vaccine tampering; Wisconsin Legislature passes, makes crime felony
Intentionally damaging vaccines would be a felony in Wisconsin under a bill with bipartisan support that the state Assembly passed Thursday.
GOP bills expanding gun rights approved in Wisconsin Assembly
The Wisconsin Assembly approved a package of Republican-authored bills on Thursday that would dramatically expand gun rights in the state.
RNC threatens to boycott presidential debates: ‘unfair to the Republican’
If a policy by the RNC to boycott the presidential debates is enacted, it could ultimately change the way debates have been conducted in the nation for decades.
Biden predicts Russia will invade Ukraine, warns Putin country could pay 'dear price'
President Joe Biden warned Vladimir Putin that Russia could pay a "dear price" if Russia invades Ukraine.
President Biden’s approval rating hits new low at one-year mark in office according to poll
A new poll reveals many Americans disapprove of President Joe Biden's handling of his job amid the pandemic and rising inflation.
Voting bill collapses, Democrats unable to change filibuster
The rules change was rejected 52-48, with Manchin and Sinema joining the Republicans in opposition.
Senate Republican filibuster blocks Democrats' voting rights bill
Voting legislation that Democrats and civil rights groups argue is vital for protecting democracy has been blocked by a Republican filibuster.
Wisconsin Capitol badger statue to stay for 50 more years, Navy says
The Navy will let Wisconsin keep its beloved badger statue at the state Capitol or 50 more years, scrapping plans to move the sculpture to a museum.
Supreme Court allows release of Trump documents to January 6 panel
In a rebuff to former President Donald Trump, the Supreme Court is allowing the release of presidential documents sought by the congressional committee investigating the Jan. 6 Capitol riot.
Biden's 1st year in office: A look at administration's accomplishments, stumbles
While COVID-19 aid and infrastructure bills passed, Biden’s social and climate spending plan stalled and the U.S. saw a chaotic end to the war in Afghanistan. Here’s a look at some of the notable events of the president’s first year.