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.

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.

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.