Wisconsin lawmaker Jacque's COVID recovery continues, using walker
Wisconsin state Sen. Andre Jacque said that he's still using a walker after a COVID-19 infection left him on a ventilator, but that he feels better every day.
Jan. 6 panel members considering contempt charges for Steve Bannon
A lawyer for Steve Bannon says Bannon won’t comply with a congressional investigation into the Jan. 6 insurrection at the Capitol because President Donald Trump is asserting executive privilege to block demands for testimony and documents.
Senate leaders agree to extend debt ceiling, avoid default
Senate leaders announced an agreement Thursday to extend the government’s borrowing authority into December, temporarily averting an unprecedented federal default that experts say would devastate the economy.
Wisconsin election subpoenas: Testimony off, attorney says
A loosening of the requirements dictated in election investigation subpoenas: Madison City Attorney Michael Haas tells FOX6 the testimony compelled is now cancelled.
Abortion rights supporters urge Wisconsin lawmakers to scrap bills
Supporters of abortion rights urged legislators to scrap bills that would prohibit abortions based on fetal characteristics and force doctors to care for babies born as a result of botched abortions.
Redistricting in Wisconsin: State lawmakers to consider in November
The Republican-controlled Wisconsin Legislature plans to vote on a redistricting plan when it convenes in November, the Legislature's attorney told the Wisconsin Supreme Court.
Milwaukee pension crisis, state help wanted with layoffs possible
The city of Milwaukee faces a pension crisis as its payments are projected to increase by $74 million come 2023. On Wednesday, Oct. 6, a task force presented the city's Finance and Personnel Committee options to move forward.
2020 election probe targets Milwaukee mayor, 4 others
A Republican-ordered investigation has subpoenaed the mayors of the state’s largest cities: Green Bay, Kenosha, Madison, Milwaukee and Racine. They’re ordered to testify in front of former Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Mike Gableman, who’s leading the probe.
Biden stresses consequences of failing to raise debt ceiling in meeting with CEOs
With the clock ticking on America’s debt limit, President Joe Biden called a meeting with CEOs of major businesses to stress the importance of raising the debt ceiling.
Biden renews push for ‘Build Back Better,’ infrastructure spending plans in Michigan
“Our infrastructure used to be the best in the world. Literally, not figuratively, ” President Joe Biden said during his remarks Tuesday in Howell, Michigan.
Evers visits Milwaukee's Dominican Center, announces grant programs
Gov. Tony Evers visited the Dominican Center in Milwaukee to announce $75 million for two grant programs supporting diverse business assistance and investment.
Kleefisch gubernatorial campaign: Scott Walker's son joins team
Former Republican Gov. Scott Walker’s son has joined GOP gubernatorial hopeful Rebecca Kleefisch’s campaign.
Foxconn Mount Pleasant LCD plant hasn't materialized 4 years later
Four years ago Monday, Oct. 4, Foxconn picked Mount Pleasant to house its estimated $10 billion project but plans never materialized to build flat LCD screens. Some residents say it's been four years of broken promises, but the company is defending itself and its future in Racine County.
Democratic state Sen. Lena Taylor running for lieutenant governor
A Democratic state senator from Milwaukee announced Monday she will run for lieutenant governor.
Supreme Court to take up abortion, guns in new term
The justices are returning to the courtroom after an 18-month absence caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
Biden says 'everybody is frustrated' as Dems battle over infrastructure, spending bills
As Democrats work to resolve the rift stalling President Joe Biden's agenda, the president told reporters on Saturday, “Everybody is frustrated. That’s part of being in government.”
Biden vows to 'get it done' as $3.5T infrastructure bill negotiations drag on
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi told colleagues in a letter that “more time is needed.”
Top election officials in 3 cities, WEC administrator subpoenaed
A Wisconsin election investigation led by former Justice Mike Gableman subpoenas election chiefs in Green Bay, Racine and Milwaukee, plus the state's top election official.
Wisconsin wolf hunt block wanted, federal judge sets hearing
Six Chippewa tribes filed a lawsuit in the Western District of Wisconsin, seeking to stop the wolf hunt. A federal judge scheduled a hearing for Oct. 29.
Wisconsin redistricting: Evers group boundary ideas unveiled
New political maps drawn by a redistricting commission established by Gov. Tony Evers unveiled proposals Thursday.