Politics

RNC 2024: Excess funds donated, Milwaukee-area nonprofits benefit

July 30, 2025 5:26pm CDT

Millions of dollars left over from the 2024 Republican National Convention are being donated to nonprofits in the Milwaukee area.

Trump suspends de minimis exemption for low-value imports: What it means for shoppers

July 30, 2025 3:08pm CDT

President Trump’s new executive order suspends the de minimis exemption for global low-value imports, a move that could raise prices for online shoppers and restrict package shipments from retailers like Shein and Temu.

Dr. Susan Monarez confirmed as CDC director in a first from Senate

July 30, 2025 11:59am CDT

Dr. Susan Monarez will now lead an agency which has been hit by staff downsizing and policy changes.

Ghislaine Maxwell willing to answer more questions if she gets immunity

July 30, 2025 8:23am CDT

Ghislaine Maxwell wants immunity in exchange for testifying before Congress as it investigates the Epstein case and whether the Justice Department should release more information.

Marjorie Taylor Greene calls Gaza crisis a 'genocide' amid Democrats’ call for relief

July 29, 2025 2:09pm CDT

Republicans are backing Trump's handling of the situation and supporting Israel, but outspoken GOP Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene called the crisis a “genocide” this week amid Democrats’ call for help.

Wisconsin governor race; Democratic secretary of state won't run

July 28, 2025 8:08pm CDT

Democratic Secretary of State Sarah Godlewski doesn't plan to run for governor or for a full term in her current position, an adviser said Monday.

Race for Wisconsin governor; Evers talks decision, Rodriguez launches bid

July 28, 2025 5:18pm CDT

Gov. Tony Evers is shaking up the 2026 ballot after he announced last week that he will not be running for reelection.

Florida county school board chair deletes comments celebrating Hulk Hogan's death as 'one less MAGA'

July 28, 2025 6:02am CDT

Florida county school board chair Sarah Rockwell apologized for Facebook comments celebrating legendary wrestler Hulk Hogan’s death on Thursday as "one less MAGA" in the world.

Wisconsin governor candidates; Scott Walker says he will not run in 2026

July 27, 2025 6:47pm CDT

Former Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker announced that he will not run for governor in 2026.

Trump announces trade deal with European Union

July 27, 2025 1:11pm CDT

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said the deal took "heavy lifting."

Congress is investigating the Epstein files: Here's the latest

July 26, 2025 2:17pm CDT

President Trump is urging his to move past the Jeffrey Epstein case, but pressure is mounting for his administration to release more.

Wisconsin governor candidates: Democrats, Republicans on 2026 race

July 25, 2025 5:32pm CDT

Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers' decision not to seek a third term didn't change much for Republicans. But for Democrats, it changes everything.

Trump’s birthright citizenship restrictions blocked by judge in third ruling since Supreme Court decision

July 25, 2025 4:22pm CDT

A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration from ending birthright citizenship for the children of parents who are in the U.S. illegally.

Venezuelan baseball team denied US visas for Little League tournament

July 25, 2025 3:06pm CDT

A team of Venezuelan teenagers are heartbroken after learning they won’t be able to play in the Little League Senior Baseball World Series, despite qualifying.