Wisconsin abortion ban, Republicans reject repeal

Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers' bid to repeal the state's abortion ban was rejected Wednesday by Republican senators who convened and immediately adjourned.

'Heightened alert': Abortion providers brace for Roe v. Wade ruling

Abortion providers and law enforcement officials worry about the public fallout once the Supreme Court decides on Roe v. Wade. Some also anticipate protests, harassment, and violence in states where abortion remains legal.

Kenosha board meeting: Man arrested for disorderly conduct

A man was arrested for disorderly conduct during a Kenosha County Board of Supervisors meeting Tuesday night while the board was discussing two resolutions – one of them about weapon possession in Kenosha County buildings.

Jan. 6 hearing: Ron Johnson wanted to deliver fake elector votes, texts reveal
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U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson wanted to hand-deliver a fake slate of electors for Wisconsin to then Vice President Mike Pence on Jan. 6, 2021, text messages revealed during Tuesday's Jan. 6 hearing showed.

Evers gas price gouging executive order
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Gov. Tony Evers issued an executive order declaring that an abnormal economic disruption exists in Wisconsin due to a disruption of energy supplies, which then allows him to trigger a state ban on price gouging of gasoline and diesel.

Phone call between Brittney Griner and wife rescheduled after 'unfortunate mistake'

The White House says a phone call between jailed WNBA star Brittney Griner and her wife has been rescheduled after an earlier attempt to connect on the couple’s anniversary failed because of an “unfortunate mistake."

Election investigator Gableman appeals contempt ruling

Michael Gableman, hired by Republicans to investigate the 2020 election in Wisconsin, has appealed a contempt ruling against him.

The moments resonating from the Jan. 6 hearings (so far)

A standout moment from last week’s hearings was ex-Attorney General William Barr's testimony that he found former President Donald Trump “detached from reality” with his claims about election fraud.

Hillary Clinton suggests some activist causes 'should not be a priority' for Dems

Former presidential candidate Hillary Clinton said Democrats should be focused on winning elections and suggested they should not treat the transgender debate as a priority. 

Jan. 6 committee setting sights on Mike Pence, Ginni Thomas

Members of the committee said they may subpoena former Vice President Mike Pence and are waiting to hear from Virginia “Ginni” Thomas, the wife of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas.

Doctors urge FDA to approve over-the-counter access to birth control

The push for more access to birth control comes as the nation waits for a Supreme Court ruling that could upend abortion rights in more than half the states.

Lawmakers ask Google to stop steering women to ‘fake’ abortion clinics

A recent study found 11% of searches for “abortion near me” or “abortion pill” sent Google users to “fake” abortion clinics, which are known for operating with the goal of talking women out of ending their pregnancies.

Wheat and barley shortage: How Russia-Ukraine war triggered a global food crisis

Together, Russia and Ukraine export nearly a third of the world’s wheat and barley, more than 70% of its sunflower oil and are big suppliers of corn.

Lawmakers want answers after Stephen Colbert employees arrested at Capitol for unlawful entry

Lawmakers will demand answers on the arrest of several employees of late-night talk show host Stephen Colbert at the Capitol Thursday when Congress resumes next week, a leading Republican told Fox News.

California lawmaker proposes requiring gun owners to be insured

Taking a nod from the city of San Jose, California Sen. Nancy Skinner introduced a bill that would require gun owners to obtain liability insurance for the negligent or accidental use of their firearms.

Wisconsin governor candidate Michels opposes same-sex marriage

Wisconsin governor candidate Tim Michels told the Associated Press that he believes "marriage should be between a man and a woman."

100 Milwaukee County murders, Gov. Evers tours Garden Homes neighborhood

Governor Tony Evers and Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson took a walk in the heat through Milwaukee's Garden Homes neighborhood Wednesday, June 15, discussing safety and violence prevention initiatives after the 100th homicide in Milwaukee County in 2022.