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WEB4 days ago — ABOUT US. In Wisconsin’s great progressive tradition, we aim to hold the powerful accountable to the people, follow the money, and dig out the truth. Although we give you the inside scoop, we are not a publication for “insiders.”. Instead, we cover the way politics and government affect citizens of the state. We’re part of States ...
About • Wisconsin Examiner
WEBABOUT US. The Wisconsin Examiner is a nonpartisan, nonprofit news site offering a fresh perspective on politics and policy in our state. As the largest news bureau covering state government in Madison, the Examiner offers investigative reporting and daily coverage dedicated to the public interest. We take our inspiration from the motto ...
News • Wisconsin Examiner
WEBAug 29, 2024 — Micah Laureano, a 19-year-old who was incarcerated at Green Bay Correctional Institution (GBCI) died Tuesday night following an incident involving his cellmate, the Wisconsin Department of Corrections told the Examiner. Beth Hardtke, the department’s communications director, told the Examiner over email that no staff were injured, and the ...
Who’s running in Wisconsin’s 2024 legislative primaries
WEBJun 18, 2024 — The interactive maps show every 2024 legislative candidate listed on ballots this year as certified by the Wisconsin Elections Commission.
Absentee voting underway in Wisconsin’s August primary
WEBJul 31, 2024 — Early voting has begun in Wisconsin's August primary elections, with local, state and federal races on the ballot across the state.
Five top takeaways from the midterms in Wisconsin
WEBNov 10, 2022 — Tuesday's midterm elections defied expectations for a red wave, voter intimidation and showed that democracy can still work.
The political tide turns in Wisconsin • Wisconsin Examiner
WEBAug 15, 2024 — The big news out of Wisconsin’s primary Tuesday was the defeat of two ballot measures crafted by Republican legislators that would have hamstrung the governor’s ability to hand out federal emergency aid. Farmers, small business owners and child care providers who were rescued from bankruptcy ...
Commentary • Wisconsin Examiner
WEBBY: Ruth Conniff - July 18, 2024. Former Wisconsin Gov. Tommy Thompson got emotional Wednesday night at the conclusion of J.D. Vance’s speech accepting the nomination to be Donald Trump’s running mate. “I was absolutely moved,” Thompson said as he stood with the Wisconsin delegation near the main stage at the Republican National ...
Report shows improvements for Wisconsin workers while …
WEB3 days ago — Report shows improvements for Wisconsin workers while shortcomings persist. By: Erik Gunn - September 2, 2024 5:30 am. Wisconsin jobs are at a record number, unemployment is low and low-wage workers have seen their wages rise in 2023, according to the annual State of Working Wisconsin report from the …
Judge upholds Evers’ partial veto on reading funding, rejects push …
WEBAug 28, 2024 — Evers says he will appeal the ruling for upholding lawmakers who are holding back $50 million to fund the reading program.