Trump appointed judge presiding over classified documents case cancels trial
Judge Aileen Cannon's order postpones the trial indefinitely.
Applicants wanted for Jefferson County, Crawford County circuit courts
Applicants are wanted for the Crawford County and Jefferson County circuit courts.
Wisconsin wedding barns sue over state’s new liquor law requiring licensing
The new law requires such venues to either get a permit or license to sell or allow alcohol legally starting in 2026.
Audit launched of Wisconsin’s diversity efforts
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The Legislature‘s audit committee voted Tuesday to launch a comprehensive review of diversity and inclusion efforts across state government after the Assembly’s top Republican vowed to eliminate equity initiatives. The committee voted 6-4 to order the Legislative Audit Bureau to conduct the review, with all four Democrats on the panel voting against the [&helli[...]
Federal appeals court approves high-voltage power line through Mississippi River refuge
A federal appeals court has cleared the way for utilities to finish building a high-voltage power line across a Mississippi River refuge.
Dane County residents encouraged to weigh how to spend federal funds
The plan is a requirement in order to get the federal funding, officials noted.
Jurors should have considered stand-your-ground defense in sawed-off shotgun killing, judges rule
The prosecutor also told jurors erroneously that the stand-your-ground provision didn't apply in the case.
Milwaukee election leader ousted 6 months before election in presidential swing state
Woodall has been outspoken about the challenges she and other election officials have felt in recent years.
Former President Trump calls for arrest of special prosecutor Jack Smith
On Monday, former President Donald Trump sent an email to his supporters calling for the arrest of one of the prosecutors appointed to his election interference and classified documents cases.
Wisconsin judge dismisses lawsuit challenging state’s new wolf management plan
Hunting advocates support setting a population limit.
Wisconsin Supreme Court issues opinion on Milwaukee Police officer fired over Facebook posts
Andrade challenges his termination on procedural grounds.
Gov. Evers Seeks applicants for Menominee County Register of Deeds
Application materials must be received no later than 5 p.m. on Mon., May 20, 2024.
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