Afghan refugees in central Wisconsin face uncertain future as federal protections end

Dozens of refugees living in central Wisconsin face legal uncertainty in the coming months following the Trump administration’s decision to end temporary protected status for thousands of people from Afghanistan. In a conversation on “Morning Edition,” Yee …

This little cafe is serving up big-city flavors in small-town Wisconsin

Horseradish Kitchen and Market is an eatery and boutique in downtown Princeton. Menu items such as the Midwest Beat sandwich, New Deli curried chicken salad sandwich, and Korean Nachos offer unique tastes. The atmosphere of Horseradish Kitchen is fun and …

5 questions for Wisconsin racing in 2025: Will NASCAR come back?

Wisconsin is without a NASCAR national series race for the first time since 1992, raising questions about the future of NASCAR in the state. NASCAR's focus on new markets, including temporary circuits like the Chicago street course, contributes to …

Where Wisconsin's 2026 class ranks following additions of 4-star RB and WR

Wisconsin secured commitments from two four-star recruits, receiver Jayden Petit and running back Amari Latimer, for their 2026 class. Petit, a consensus four-star recruit, chose Wisconsin over UCLA, Miami, and North Carolina, citing academics and the …

Key Wisconsin races for July 2025, series schedules and local tracks

Wisconsin does not ban trans youth care. Court ruling opens door.

The Supreme Court upheld state bans on gender-affirming care for minors, even if parents approve of the treatment. Wisconsin currently allows gender-affirming care for minors, but advocates worry about future restrictions given the political climate. …

Tribes seek healing, accountability from Wisconsin's boarding schools

Native American boarding schools in the U.S. sought to assimilate Indigenous youth into white society, stripping them of their language and culture. Tribes are working to hold accountable those responsible for the boarding schools and reclaim their lost …

Legislators and Gov. Evers Reach Bipartisan Deal on $1.5 Billion Tax Cut and 2025-2027 Wisconsin Budget

MADISON, Wis. — Wisconsin legislative Republicans and Governor Tony Evers have reached an agreement on the 2025-2027 state budget, delivering nearly $1.5 billion in tax cuts alongside investments in education, infrastructure, and childcare. The bipartisan …

Wisconsin's budget includes tax cuts, university funding boost and prison closure

MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin Democratic Gov. Tony Evers and Republicans who control the state Legislature announced a deal Tuesday on a new two-year budget that cuts income taxes, increases funding for the Universities of Wisconsin despite a threatened cut …

Wisconsin Supreme Court Upholds State's Authority to Regulate PFAS Without Formal Rulemaking

On June 24, 2025, the Wisconsin Supreme Court rejected a challenge to the authority of the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) to compel the cleanup of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl (PFAS) substances under Wisconsin’s Spills Law, Wis. …