Wisconsin Today

Children in ICE custody in Wisconsin may have go to court alone after President Donald Trump halted millions in approved federal funds.Massive donations flow into the race for governor for Republican Tom Tiffany. And, more than half the state continues to struggle with drought.

The leader of Wisconsin's largest mosque can be deported out of the country, according to a judge. Gubernatorial candidates David Crowley and Tom Tiffany are neck and neck as election day draws near. And, we learn about Madison's Office of the Independent Police Monitor in the wake of an officer shooting in July.

A billion dollar project to keep invasive carp out of the Great Lakes has faced repeated delays. A surge in data center construction here in Wisconsin has led to a construction hiring boom. And, as gas prices surge, other states are taking action to lower fuel taxes. But not Wisconsin.

A new report sheds some light on the demands of data centers, particularly water and electricity. A Wisconsin Rapids politician is campaigning to keep his seat, after locals started a recall election against him. And, there are voters every election who don't like who's on the ballot.

Democrats are hoping growing data center opposition can help flip a Wisconsin Assembly seat held by Republicans since the 1970s. Community members in Antigo say they're fighting to keep a pool open.  And, Wisconsin-grown Christmas tree will be part of the White House holiday display.

After President Trump barred some reporters from the White House, a reporter for Wisconsin's largest newspaper was blocked from entering a campaign event for Tom Tiffany. Madison police officers will be equipped with body cameras, following a deadly shooting in July. And, Wisconsin has its first certified "forest bathing" trail.

A new dark money group supporting Republicans is dominating spending in Wisconsin's elections. Federal investigators are examining the cause of fires that may have targeted Enbridge. And, Milwaukee students will get tutoring, mentorship and college tours as part of a new academic program.

The deadline for the federal ban on most hemp products is just months away. That's unless advocates convince lawmakers to make a change. Southeastern Wisconsin is seeing its largest outbreak of a disease that is fatal for deer. And, Wisconsin's "Hay Rake Ballet" is a synchronized dance designed for tractors.

A university in Wisconsin is using A-I and virtual reality to help teachers in training get hands-on experience. A state senator is calling for an investigation after the arrest of a former nurse at the Tomah VA. And, we meet a seventh-generation farmer using virtual fencing.

As governor, Republican Congressman Tom Tiffany would launch state fraud investigations similar to those being led by the Trump administration. Rising costs on asphalt, diesel fuel and construction are putting pressure on local government budgets. And, we hear about a controversy over an AI generated art exhibit in Madison.

A Waukesha-based manufacturer announced an $8 billion deal to provide backup generators for Amazon's data centers. As measles spread in southwest Wisconsin, health officials are trying to convince more parents to vaccinate their kids. And, we hear about a woman's efforts to become a translator for Wisconsin's court system.

The Wisconsin Supreme Court heard hours of testimony in two cases that could overturn Wisconsin's congressional maps. Diesel fuel is at record high prices. Plus, a new Wisconsin festival will feature Polynesian music and dancing this weekend.

Republican Wisconsin Congressman Bryan Steil won re-election two years ago, but Democrats think he could be vulnerable in the upcoming midterms. Kenosha County's top prosecutor had his law license reinstated, one day after it was suspended. Plus, we hear about the Wisconsin origins of folk hero Paul Bunyan.

Lawmakers have voted unanimously to help residents in some parts of Wisconsin clean up PFAS contamination. A recent tornado in the Menasha area could impact which party wins control of the state Assembly this November. And, a Wisconsin company is marketing what they call a "natural" American cheese.

The Trump administration is launching a new investigation of alleged voter fraud in nine states, including Wisconsin. A developer plans to build two new natural gas plants in northeastern Wisconsin. And, Milwaukee is limiting police access to Flock cameras.

Following a gas leak, Enbridge is temporarily halting all work on its Line 5 construction project in Wisconsin. The number of people incarcerated in Wisconsin has reached an all-time high. And Eau Claire leaders seek answers on outside law enforcement agencies dropping people who are homeless in the city.

Following an EF-3 tornado last month, students in the Menasha community head back to class today.  A measles outbreak in southwest Wisconsin is continuing to grow. And, children in western Wisconsin will soon benefit from the legacy of legendary singer and songwriter Dolly Parton.

The state calling on energy company Enbridge to halt work on its Line 5 reroute after a gas leak this week. Sheboygan could be the latest Wisconsin community to cut […]

Wisconsin will be getting at least 219 million dollars from a settlement with the company that owns Instagram and Facebook. That's after multiple states sued, accusing Meta of designing its apps to be addictive to children.

For the first time in nearly half a century, a pair of endangered piping plovers nested this summer on Wisconsin Point in Superior.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth was in the Fox Valley yesterday (MON) speaking to workers from Oshkosh Corporation, which makes military vehicles. He was highlighting domestic defense manufacturing while pushing the Pentagon's $1.5 trillion budget request. The chair of the state's Assembly Committee on Campaigns and Elections is seeking answers about a vote-counting delay in Milwaukee on election day.

Organizations that provide help for low-income Wisconsin residents, as well as the state agencies that help fund the groups, could face audits from a state legislative committee.

A new study from the University of Wisconsin-Madison shows that hospitals in Wisconsin are charging much more for inpatient services than in Illinois. A newly-created state board meets to consider Wisconsin's first commutations in decades. And, hear about Milwaukee County's public beer gardens.

The City of Green bay has begun its investigation into how duplicate absentee ballots were sent to voters in back-to-back elections, and the Wisconsin DNR is confirming a new infectious, and often fatal disease in deer found in Washington county.

The measles outbreak in southwest Wisconsin is growing. In the last week, the state says the number of new cases has climbed from two to nearly 40. And With the general election campaign for governor underway, Republican Congressman Tom Tiffany is trying to paint his Democratic opponent as too supportive of the data center industry.

Tech giant Oracle is dropping its lawsuit against Wisconsin utility regulators over financial support requirements tied to data center. Also, Leaders of the Universities of Wisconsin System say they hope to freeze tuition for the next two years. At the same time, they plan to launch a new program to make school more affordable for the average family.

A $1 million deal will conserve 1,200 acres of forest land in Wisconsin's Northwoods and the first poll of the Wisconsin's governor's race since the primary ended is out. We've got the results.

Today we're bringing you the latest episode of Inside Wisconsin Politics. Every week the team breaks down the biggest Capitol stories and what they mean for Wisconsinites.

State health officials have confirmed an outbreak of 15 measles cases. There will likely be at least a half dozen more. The ad war is underway in the general election campaign for governor. And, a story about why Wisconsin is a leader in frozen pizza production.

Hours after David Crowley won his primary for governor, he was touring the state with other Democrats calling for the party to come together.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley has won the Democratic primary for governor in Wisconsin, narrowly defeating Madison Representative Francesca Hong.

Wisconsin voters head to the polls today where the high profile race is a four-way Democratic primary for governor.

Wisconsin's Democratic candidates for governor have been crisscrossing the state as the campaign comes to a close. Tomorrow is election day in Wisconsin. We asked voters who they're supporting, and why.

Federal changes to HeadStart under President Donald Trump could make the early education program less effective.  Democratic candidate for governor Francesca Hong is facing a controversy over her stance on Thanksgiving. And, hear how data centers and other economic issues are playing out in the primary races for governor.

Police in Madison made more arrests as protesters blocked roads and set fires after the city cleared an encampment.

After nearly two weeks, the city of Madison cleared the protest encampment that had blocked a busy intersection where a police shooting took place.

Governor Tony Evers hit the campaign trail for an event with Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley.

U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin on Friday toured Milwaukee's elections operations center in an effort to promote voter confidence.

Former Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes drops out of the primary race for governor and says it's time for Democrats to unite around beating Tom Tiffany. A new federal work requirement could force tens of thousands of Wisconsinites off Medicaid. And, people are lining up to try to help Menasha recover from this week's devastating tornado.

A new Marquette poll shows democratic socialist Francesca Hong pulling away in the final weeks of the Democratic primary race for governor. 

The Democratic candidates in Wisconsin's governor race met Tuesday evening for their only televised debate as they make a play for undecided voters. 

An apparent tornado on Monday caused catastrophic damage in the Fox Valley. The city of Menasha was especially hard-hit.