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As Wisconsin Supreme Court starts new term, Planned Parenthood challenges abortion restrictions

by Anya van Wagtendonk / WPR September 10, 2026September 10, 2026 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin is targeting a 24-hour waiting period and limitations on accessing at-home medication abortion.

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Government, News about Wisconsin Watch

Wisconsin Watch wins national award for Supreme Costs investigation

by Jim Malewitz / Wisconsin Watch September 9, 2026September 8, 2026 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

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Family of Milwaukee man falsely accused of threatening Trump plans to sue DHS

by Elissa Eaton / WPR and Rich Kremer / WPR September 5, 2026September 5, 2026 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

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Government, Justice & Safety

Republican Tom Tiffany backs expanding Wisconsin prisons as population hits record high

by Brittany Carloni / Wisconsin Watch September 4, 2026September 4, 2026 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

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Government, Justice & Safety

ICE arrests in Wisconsin hit a new peak. Follow what happens next.

by Paul Kiefer / Wisconsin Watch September 1, 2026September 2, 2026 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

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Forward, Government

Elections, Act 10 top list of hot-button issues facing Wisconsin Supreme Court’s new liberal supermajority

by Brittany Carloni / Wisconsin Watch August 31, 2026August 28, 2026 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

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Government, Justice & Safety

Flock Safety cameras in Sheboygan covered up by city

by Evan Casey / WPR August 29, 2026August 28, 2026 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

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Forward, Justice & Safety

Wisconsin prisons hit record population as crowding strains staffing and programs

by Natalie Yahr / Wisconsin Watch August 28, 2026August 31, 2026 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

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Data Centers Watch

In Wisconsin Rapids, data center objections include developers’ Russian connections

by Tom Kertscher / Wisconsin Watch August 28, 2026August 31, 2026 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

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Economy, Government

Wisconsin to receive up to $313 million in landmark Meta settlement

by Barbara Ortutay / Associated Press and Kelvin Chan / Associated Press August 26, 2026August 26, 2026 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

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Send us your questions for Wisconsin’s candidates

by Matthew DeFour / Wisconsin Watch August 26, 2026August 25, 2026 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

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Elon Musk won’t face criminal charges for offering voters $1 million checks during 2025 Supreme Court election

by Brittany Carloni / Wisconsin Watch August 25, 2026August 25, 2026 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

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