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Wisconsin maintains highest % of female Supreme Court justices in U.S.
The latest election added a left-leaning justice to the bench, but the gender split did not change. Of the court’s seven justices, six are women, the largest proportion in the nation of females on a top state court. Read more
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Johnson votes against aid for Ukraine, Israel. Baldwin joins bipartisans to pass it.
Passed by the U.S. Senate, the measure now goes to the U.S. House, where its passage is uncertain.
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Even with more competitive maps, Dems unlikely to win full control of state government in 2024, experts say. With one exception.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court will probably enact more competitive legislative maps soon. But only one set of districts being considered might allow Democrats to win a legislative majority if they…
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Northern Wisconsin deputy and councilman cited for disorderly conduct after profane outburst at city hall
Iron County road deputy Thomas Conhartoski is accused of angrily confronting Hurley city workers and the mayor over his water bill.
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Final-5 Voting has bipartisan support. But status quo thinking is entrenched. Here are the arguments on both sides.
Across the country, Final-Five Voting – a system that bans partisan primary elections and voters use rank their preferred candidates in general elections – are gaining traction. But opposition, largely…
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A voting change in Alaska brought more choice and civility, experts say. A bill in Wisconsin would launch it here.
Experts say Alaska’s new voting system made elections more civilized and representative. A bipartisan bill in Wisconsin would create a similar system. It’s called Final Five Voting.
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Evers signs bipartisan bill requiring financial literacy in Wisconsin schools
The bill passed with overwhelming bipartisan support despite criticisms that the mandate is unfunded. It requires students learn about things like money management, investing, and debt.
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