Critical race theory limits pass Wisconsin Assembly
The Assembly debated and then voted on a bill to crack down on certain teachings in schools, including that one race or sex is superior.
Wisconsin bill requiring cursive passes Assembly vote
All Wisconsin elementary schools would be required to teach cursive writing under a bill up for approval Tuesday in the state Assembly.
COVID vaccination status: WI Senate OKs bill sealing any mailings
The Wisconsin Senate approved a Republican-authored bill that would require government agencies, schools and day cares to seal any mailings that could reveal someone’s vaccination status.
Wisconsin governor: Republican election probe a 'boondoggle'
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers blasted a Republican-ordered investigation into the 2020 presidential election, saying election clerks should be "lawyered up."
Wisconsin Senate Republicans approve 'born-alive' legislation
The Wisconsin Senate approved a bill Tuesday that would make health care providers who let a child that survives an abortion die guilty of a felony.
Milwaukee mayor to DNC planners: 'We are ready' for 2024 convention
The mayor's office in Milwaukee revealed on Tuesday, Sept. 28 that Mayor Tom Barrett has formally responded to the Democratic National Committee’s invitation to compete to host its 2024 national convention by saying the city is in.
Stiffer animal abuse penalties: Wisconsin Senate to vote Tuesday
The Wisconsin Senate is scheduled to vote Tuesday on a bill that would increase animal abuse penalties.
Senate GOP blocks borrowing bill aimed at averting government shutdown
It’s all making for a tumultuous moment for Biden and his party, with consequences certain to shape his presidency and the lawmakers' own political futures.
Wisconsin brewery challenges school districts that do not mandate masks
Class action lawsuits are in the works to challenge Wisconsin school districts that do not mandate masks. The sponsor of the suits is unusual – a microbrewery.
Mayorkas says as many as 12K out of 17K migrants have been released into U.S., and ‘it could be higher’
Mayorkas confirmed that roughly 5,000 migrants are still being processed.
GOP audit review finds no proof Arizona election stolen from Trump
The Maricopa County audit shows there was no voter fraud and that Joe Biden did indeed win the county.
Wisconsin redistricting: Republicans take case to Supreme Court
Wisconsin Republican state lawmakers asked the U.S. Supreme Court to dismiss a redistricting lawsuit brought by Democrats.
Wisconsin Senate: Evers' Cabinet votes scheduled
Confirming the picks for top-level posts had been a pro forma courtesy that morphed into a partisan battle by Republicans after Evers was elected.
White House Quad summit: Biden hosts Indo-Pacific leaders amid China concerns
President Joe Biden on Friday is hosting leaders from India, Japan and Australia, an alliance known as “the Quad,” to discuss a number of initiatives.
House passes bill aimed at protecting abortion rights amid state challenges
Legislation passed by the House on Friday would guarantee a woman’s right to an abortion. But it's a largely symbolic gesture because Republican opposition will doom the measure in the Senate.
Fort McCoy: Afghan refugee crime concerns Republicans
Wisconsin Republicans reiterated concerns about the vetting of Afghan refugees being housed at Fort McCoy after two Afghan men were charged.
Wisconsin schools superintendent: More funding, civility needed
Wisconsin's top education official called for more civility as schools across the state wrestle with how to deal with the coronavirus pandemic.
Wisconsin redistricting: Republican resolution draws Democrat ire
A resolution from Wisconsin Republicans calling for new political boundary lines drew criticism Thursday from Democrats.
Wisconsin gun legislation called for by AG Kaul, Democrats
Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul and Democratic legislators introduced gun legislation in Madison on Thursday, Sept. 23.
Wisconsin Assembly critical race theory bill; vote next week
The Wisconsin Assembly plans to vote next week on a Republican bill that would prohibit public schools from teaching students and training employees about concepts such as systemic racism and implicit bias.