Government

Wisconsin sending trade mission to Africa

The goal is to pursue partnerships with Ghana and South Africa, and to promote “educational, institutional, community and people-to-people ties”

Final lessons

Gov. Tony Evers: “We have a strong economy. Don't screw it up.”

US, Iran back to square 1 as countries continue attacks

The attacks on each other have not led to a rise in oil prices, with the price per barrel sitting at around $70

Department of Revenue sends out first round of $14.5M in Innovation Grants

The program provides $300 million to support local governments and tribal nations with transferring services and duties to another eligible entity

Wisconsin DOJ reaches $275K settlement with Enbridge

The state of Wisconsin alleged that a valve component of Enbridge's Line 13 failed at Fort Atkinson, causing diluent to leak from the pipeline

Humanitarian efforts for victims of Venezuela earthquakes face challenges

The earthquakes collapsed buildings, killed hundreds and left thousands more missing across the northern part of the country

Report: Wisconsin families are being priced out of regulated child care

The 2026 Child Care Market Survey found child care costs are rising faster than expected

Marquette Law School Poll: most Americans somewhat skeptical of trusting government

The Marquette Law School Poll national survey finds that 18% of American adults say they trust the federal government to do what is right all or most of the time

Wisconsin fire, EMS providers looking to paid personnel

Fire departments across the state reported losing over 930 positions since 2020, a decline of 5.5%

President Trump won’t sign bipartisan housing bill unless he can impose voter restrictions

The 21st Century Road to Housing Act would be the most significant housing bill in over three decades