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Feb 5, 2025 · Rep. Derrick Van Orden defeated his challenger by about 2.8% this year, a tighter margin than in 2022. Democrats are likely to make his district a priority again in 2026, which …

5 days ago · The Badger Project is a nonpartisan, journalism nonprofit in Wisconsin that investigates state government, politics, campaign finance, law enforcement and related matters.

2 days ago · An innovative healthcare approach that cuts out insurance companies— and with them, surprise charges — could get a boost in Wisconsin with the passage of a bill moving …

Jan 22, 2025 · Reversing a slide of more than a decade, the total number of law enforcement officers in Wisconsin climbed by more than 4% in the past year, according to figures from the …

Dec 16, 2024 · Trump won the 3rd Congressional District by 7+ points, while Van Orden won it by less than 3. In the SE Wisconsin district, GOP Rep. Steil ran well ahead of Trump, appearing …

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Jan 28, 2025 · Providing skilled intervention services for emotionally disturbed individuals just makes sense, Solar said. “You wouldn’t call your plumber to fix your teeth,” said Henrickson, …

Oct 24, 2024 · 3. Felons can’t legally vote until completing their entire sentence… Probation too. Safeguards are in place to prevent the most common form of prohibited voting — when a …

Feb 21, 2024 · By Peter Cameron, THE BADGER PROJECT That’s a good return on investment. Seeking hundreds of millions for stadium renovations, the Milwaukee Brewers spent more than …