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Candidates make debt part of Wisconsin governor’s race
(The Center Square) – Credit card debt is now an issue in the Democrats' race for governor in Wisconsin. Frontrunner Francesca Hong on Wednesday addressed the news that she was being sued over $30,000 in unpaid credit card debt. “You deserve a real response from me,...
Candidates make debt part of Wisconsin governor’s race
(The Center Square) – Credit card debt is now an issue in the Democrats' race for governor in Wisconsin. Frontrunner Francesca Hong on Wednesday addressed the news that she was being sued over $30,000 in unpaid credit card debt. “You deserve a real response from me,...
Wisconsin budget has more than doubled over 20 years to $114B
(The Center Square) – Wisconsin’s two-year budget has more than doubled from $54.3 billion in 2005-06 to $114.08 billion in 2025-26. Spending has gone up more than 10% each of the past two budgets. That spending increase, fueled by increased tax collections, were...
For 5th straight year, in-state tuition hiked in University of Wisconsin System
(The Center Square) – For the fifth straight year, the University of Wisconsin System will increase tuition for in-state undergraduate students. The 2% hike was approved 15-1 by regents on Thursday. Last year's increase was 5%. The highest total of tuition and...
Wisconsin Senate president still hoping to vote for $1.8B surplus bill approval
(The Center Square) – If two Senate Republicans change their mind on a $1.8 billion surplus deal, the Wisconsin Senate will meet again and send the proposal on to second-term Democratic Gov. Tony Evers. Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu, R-Oostburg, said on...
Sussex Hamilton Principal Allows “Club America” on Campus
Sussex Hamilton High School's Principal Dominic Bauer has overruled a student council decision that refused to allow students to form a Turning Point USA chapter. Principal Bauer's decision is a change to the school's status quo for the process of forming new clubs....
County Executive Signs Waukesha’s 2026 Budget
County Executive Paul Farrow signed the 2026 Waukesha County budget last week on Tuesday, November 18. 2026. It will see the County operate under a budget of $391.5 million. It includes $27.2 million in borrowing and a reduction of 6.83 levy funded positions. 2026's...
Brad Schimel Sworn in as Interim US Attorney
Former Waukesha County circuit court judge and state attorney general Brad Schimel was recently sworn in as interim US attorney for the Eastern District of Wisconsin. On Monday, November 17, Schimel was sworn into the new position, taking over the role previously held...
Waukesha County Organizations Offer Food Aid Amid Government Shutdown
The ongoing federal government shutdown has caused concerns for those receiving aid from food assistance programs. Benefit systems like FoodShare, SNAP, and EBT have all been affected, meaning that impacted recipients may be turning to new programs to help them get...
Brookfield Country Club Settles Over Improper PPP Loan
One of Brookfield's best known golf clubs will have to pay $1.25 million to the federal government after they improperly became the recipients of a Paycheck Protection Program loan in March of 2021. Westmoor Country Club received the federal funding during the...
Town of Delafield Launches Resident Survey for 2025-2026
The Town of Delafield is looking to its residents for guidance in how the future of the community will take shape. The 2025 - 2026 Resident Survey is a way for all of Delafield's residents to voice their opinions on what services and projects the community should seek...
Police Investigate Threat Made Towards Oconomowoc Middle School
The Oconomowoc Police Department is currently investigating a threat made towards Nature Hill Intermediate Middle School. According to an email sent out to parents from the school's principal, on Friday, December 12, a threat was shared online via social media. The...
Fire at Bass Bay Brewhouse Destroys a Beloved Muskego Institution
A massive fire has completely destroyed the Bass Bay Brewhouse, a cherished restaurant and event space located in Muskego. The fire began on the morning of Friday, December 12 around 6 am. Currently, the cause of the fire is still under investigation by the State Fire...
Football Hall-of-Famer Partners with Brookfield’s Elbow Room
The former professional football player and Hall of Fame inductee Joe Thomas has partnered with one of Brookfield's favorite local eateries, The Elbow Room. In 2023, Joe Thomas was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame earning special recognition for his work as...
DockHounds Launch New Fundraiser, “Houndscare Initiative”
The Lake Country Dockhounds have announced a new fundraising campaign, the "Houndscare Initiative", which is looking to give $250,000 to local nonprofit organizations. The new program is a way for the team to "Pay It Fur-ward" for their upcoming 2026 baseball season,...
Arrowhead Football Team Brings Home Division Championship
The Arrowhead High School football team won the Division 1 State championship on Friday, November 21. The game was held at UW Madison’s Camp Randall stadium. Arrowhead faced off against Bay Port, pulling ahead with an 18-15 victory that secured their championship. ...
Arrowhead Football Prepares for State Championship Game
The Arrowhead High School football team is preparing for the WIAA 2025 State Championship game against Bay Port. The game is scheduled to be held on Friday, November 21 at 4 pm at Camp Randall Stadium. Arrowhead has had an exciting 2025 season with a winning 12-1...
Candidates make debt part of Wisconsin governor’s race
(The Center Square) – Credit card debt is now an issue in the Democrats' race for governor in Wisconsin. Frontrunner Francesca Hong on Wednesday addressed the news that she was being sued over $30,000 in unpaid credit card debt. “You deserve a real...
Wisconsin budget has more than doubled over 20 years to $114B
(The Center Square) – Wisconsin’s two-year budget has more than doubled from $54.3 billion in 2005-06 to $114.08 billion in 2025-26. Spending has gone up more than 10% each of the past two budgets. That spending increase, fueled by increased tax...
For 5th straight year, in-state tuition hiked in University of Wisconsin System
(The Center Square) – For the fifth straight year, the University of Wisconsin System will increase tuition for in-state undergraduate students. The 2% hike was approved 15-1 by regents on Thursday. Last year's increase was 5%. The highest total of...
Wisconsin Senate president still hoping to vote for $1.8B surplus bill approval
(The Center Square) – If two Senate Republicans change their mind on a $1.8 billion surplus deal, the Wisconsin Senate will meet again and send the proposal on to second-term Democratic Gov. Tony Evers. Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu,...
Report: Fewer people, fewer homes needed
(The Center Square) – Population projections are decreased, and with it the Wisconsin Counties Association's Housing Outlook says fewer homes will be needed. In 2023, the association projected the need to build 140,000 new homes by 2030 to keep up...
Bangstad needs to correct nomination paper signatures to remain in governor race
(The Center Square) – An outspoken Democratic candidate for governor in Wisconsin has until Sunday to have an affidavit submitted to correct signatures on his nomination papers or he will be removed from the ballot. Kirk Bangstad, who owns Minocqua...
Campaign staff: Hong paid off $30K in credit card debt with ‘personal funds’
(The Center Square) – Wisconsin Democrat Francesca Hong, a state representative running for governor, paid off $30,000 with personal funds, according to her campaign. Hong was sued by Capital One on May 26 and her Campaign Manager Becky Cooper said...
Wisconsin DNR to increase UTV/ATV patrols this weekend
(The Center Square) – Wisconsin has seen 15 fatal all-terrain or utility task vehicle accidents so far this year after having 41 last year, the second-highest year on record. That was only surpassed by 47 in 2021. The Wisconsin Department of...
Hughes promises to opt Wisconsin into federal scholarship program
(The Center Square) – One of the Democrats running for governor in Wisconsin is breaking with the current governor and the rest of the pack. Former WEDC boss Missy Huhes said she would opt Wisconsin into the federal tax credit scholarship program....
Wisconsin gas prices drop to $4.08 per gallon of unleaded
(The Center Square) - Wisconsin’s average price for a gallon of unleaded gas was $4.08 on Tuesday, down nearly 25 cents from a week before and 30 cents from last month, according to data from GasBuddy. The prices were up $1.11 from the same time...
Republicans push back against UW System tuition increase proposal
(The Center Square) – Several Republican lawmakers are upset with the University of Wisconsin System’s proposal to increase tuition by 2% a year after a 5% increase. Sen. Patrick Testin, R-Stevens Point, went as far as saying that a pair of...
Senate Democrat leader ends talk of another tax deal vote
(The Center Square) – There will not be a second vote on Wisconsin’s $1.8 billion tax deal. Senate Democratic Leader Dianne Hesselbein told Matt Smith with WISN TV that she has no plans to return to the Capitol and vote again on the tax package....