Trump order guts Voice of America, Radio Free Europe and Asia
“For the first time in 83 years, the storied Voice of America is being silenced,” Michael Abramowitz, the organization's director, said in a statement.
Hundreds of Venezuelans deported by Trump administration despite judge's order
Hundreds of Venezuelans were deported Saturday, despite a judge’s order to stop the Trump administration from doing so.
Judge blocks Trump's use of 1798 law to deport Venezuelan migrants
A federal judge blocked the Trump administration from using the 1798 Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelan migrants, just hours after Trump invoked the law.
Cedarburg Trump protest; many voice frustration, criticism
Hundreds of protesters assembled in downtown Cedarburg on Saturday to voice frustration with President Donald Trump and his administration.
Trump signs government funding bill, avoiding a shutdown
Passage of the government funding bill is seen as a victory for President Trump and congressional Republicans, despite needing votes from Democrats to pass it.
DOGE closures in Wisconsin: List, timeline of offices that may close
Hundreds of offices will become empty this summer as the federal government plans to cancel leases in nearly every state – including Wisconsin.
Senate passes Trump’s budget plan with help from some Dems
The Senate passed a six-month spending bill Friday, hours before a government shutdown.
Live updates: Trump speaks at Justice Department; Senate votes on budget
President Donald Trump made what the White House called a “historic" visit to the Justice Department Friday to deliver remarks and rally support for his agenda. Meanwhile, his budget is being debated in the Senate.
DOGE closures: List, timeline of government offices that may close this year
Hundreds of offices across the country will become empty this summer as the federal government plans to cancel leases. Here's the state-by-state list.
Dr. Oz sidesteps senators’ questions about Medicaid cuts
Dr. Mehmet Oz is a former heart surgeon and TV personality.
Trump's anti-DEI crusade targets more than 50 universities: See the full list
President Trump’s campaign to end DEI programs nationwide is now targeting more than 50 universities for alleged racial discrimination.
Milwaukee reckless driving; Wisconsin Assembly passes bill to help curb
The Wisconsin State Assembly on Thursday took up legislation that could curb reckless driving in Milwaukee.
Wisconsin joins lawsuit over education department cuts
Wisconsin joined a coalition of states on Thursday, suing the Trump administration to "stop the dismantling" of the U.S. Department of Education.
Judge orders Trump administration to reinstate thousands of fired workers
The agencies included Veterans Affairs, Agriculture, Defense, Energy, the Interior and Treasury.
DOGE cuts threaten IRS free tax-filing program: What to know
IRS Direct File is only in its second year of letting taxpayers file directly with the IRS online, but it may be a casualty of Elon Musk’s DOGE.
Pete Buttigieg says he won't be running for governor or US Senate in upcoming races
Buttigieg, 43, who lives in the Traverse City area with his family, said he was deciding against competing in either race - despite caring deeply about who the state will elect for those positions.
Trump administration withdraws David Weldon's nomination for CDC director
The White House has rescinded the nomination of Dr. David Weldon, a former congressman from Florida, for the position of director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Federal food funding cuts; how Wisconsinites are impacted
The U.S. Department of Agriculture gave notice to farmers and to schools that funding for the Farm to School program ends within 60 days.
Wisconsin Supreme Court debate; abortion, Musk donations take center stage
The Wisconsin Supreme Court candidates sparred in their one and only debate on Wednesday, March 12, at Marquette University.
USDA local food bank funding cuts; Hunger Task Force weighs in
Wisconsin is known for its agriculture, but some local farmers are facing uncertainty as the Trump administration announced another round of programs that are on the chopping block.