The bill that would exempt early inductions, cesarean sections and miscarriage removals from falling under “abortion” care. Medical professionals view it as a political move to legislate ...

Republicans want lower property taxes and less regulation. Democrats emphasize funding affordable housing development programs and renter rights. Both want to incentivize developers to build ...

The state ranked 46th in its share of public colleges considered affordable. As Wisconsin lawmakers spend less on higher ...

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The protests were held in cities and rural communities in all parts of Wisconsin. Protesters said they hoped to bring attention to what they call an authoritarian power grab by President Donald Trump.

As whitefish disappear from the lower Great Lakes, scientists are hatching emergency rescue plans. One idea: Taking fish out ...

It’s common for legislators to have a second job. The state Senate and Assembly each meet for only part of the year, allowing elected members to seek additional work.

In 2023, a judge cut Derek Williams’ prison sentence in half, making him eligible for parole. Williams now faces an uncertain parole process.

As whitefish disappear from the lower Great Lakes, scientists are hatching emergency rescue plans. One idea: Taking fish out of the lakes and raising them indefinitely in ponds for safekeeping.

A $20 million boost from the Legislature is expanding oral health training programs, aiming to ease a dental worker shortage.

Increased use of compassionate release could ease costs and crowding with minimal risks to public safety, experts say. But it remains off limits to many prisoners.

Though the number of children in out-of-home care is decreasing, the foster care system in Milwaukee, and in Wisconsin in general, is under growing strain.