Government

U.S. national debt passes $40 trillion mark

Economists say exploding debt raises borrowing costs

Tom Tiffany fires first shot on data centers

David Crowley responds with charges of hypocrisy as issue takes center stage in Wisconsin governor’s race

Dane County Board approves contract for airport master plan

Board approves $5.8 million contract with engineering firm

Trump delays tariffs on Canadian goods after progress on trade deal

Last-minute deal, subject to finalization, avoids 50% duty

UW promises tuition freeze for 2027-29 if Legislature commits $190M

The UW campuses would also cap tuition at the rate of inflation for two years following the tuition freeze, under the plan

US, Canada in talks to halt Trump’s 50% tariffs

If negotiations yield no deal, Trump said he will impose 50% tariffs on $20 billion worth of Canadian goods

Poll: Likely voters favor Crowley over Tiffany in governor’s race

Survey run by Republican-linked firm has Democratic nominee up by 4 points

Fitchburg cancels Flock contract

City becomes the latest to sever relationship with license plate reader firm

Viewpoints: True health care debate in Wisconsin would help people, economy

This fall’s campaigns for state and federal offices should move beyond that social-media meme to a debate that respects the public’s ability to comprehend

Residency status of Wisconsin state Senate candidate remains in question

Report says Michele Magadance Skinner voted in Wisconsin and Georgia