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People wearing masks and glasses, one of them wearing a face shield, look at and hold pieces of paper at a table, with envelopes, forms and a tray labeled “United States Postal Service” visible on the table.

Forward, Government

Election officials draw on sobering 2020 lessons as Trump calls for nationalizing voting

by Alexander Shur / Votebeat February 6, 2026February 5, 2026 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

Five people stand holding signs reading “for care” outside a building labeled “WALWORTH COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER” near entrance doors.

Health & Welfare

‘Nursery to nursing home’: Walworth County group envisions shared care across generations

by Madeline de Figueiredo / The Daily Yonder January 23, 2026January 21, 2026 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

A large industrial building with rows of rooftop units stands behind construction barriers and cranes as sunlight breaks through clouds near the horizon.

Forward, Government

Data centers become a flashpoint in Wisconsin politics

by Jade Lozada / NOTUS January 22, 2026January 21, 2026 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

An aerial view of a large industrial complex next to a pond and surrounding construction areas at sunset, with orange light along the horizon under a cloudy sky.

Environment, Government

Disputes over clean energy may doom Wisconsin data center bills

by Kari Lydersen / Canary Media January 20, 2026January 19, 2026 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

A person holds a shovel that is holding a leafy plant with roots and soil attached in a green field, with a vehicle parked in the field in the background under a blue sky with some clouds.

For these faithful, nurturing the Earth is rooted in spiritual beliefs

by Madeline Heim / Milwaukee Journal Sentinel January 17, 2026January 15, 2026 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

Snow-covered tracks and buildings are visible through two train windows, with vehicles parked along a fence outside.

Economy, Government

New vision for passenger rail in southeastern Wisconsin could open job, business markets

by Heather Asiyanbi / Racine County Eye December 10, 2025December 9, 2025 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

Has biennial state funding for the Wisconsin DNR dropped by $100 million over 30 years?

by Tom Kertscher / Wisconsin Watch December 9, 2025December 9, 2025 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

Can Wisconsin require state jobs go only to Americans?

by Tom Kertscher / Wisconsin Watch December 3, 2025December 3, 2025 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

Solar panels reflect sunlight beside a white metal building with a red roof under a blue sky.

Environment, Government

Wisconsin lawmakers look to break utility grip on community solar

by Kari Lydersen / Canary Media November 26, 2025November 21, 2025 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

A person in a suit and striped tie holds a microphone while gesturing with one hand at a lectern in a large room with seated people in a wooden seating area.

Government, Health & Welfare

He vowed to ‘protect the unborn.’ Now he’s blocking a bill to expand Medicaid for Wisconsin’s new moms.

by Megan O'Matz / ProPublica November 18, 2025November 17, 2025 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

Did the federal government warn retailers not to give discounts to SNAP food stamp recipients?

by Tom Kertscher / Wisconsin Watch November 4, 2025November 4, 2025 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

Metal shelves stocked with packaged bread, oats and other grocery items

Community, Health & Welfare

How you can help neighbors in need if SNAP benefits are paused

by PrincessSafiya Byers / Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service November 1, 2025November 13, 2025 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

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