Politics
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Watch: Rep. Phelps (Eau Claire) outlined trying to work for the people when he’s in the minority
From health care to affordability to discrimination, a growing number of Wisconsin voters feel the Legislature isn’t listening to their concerns after 16 years of Republican control. Rep. Christian Phelps (D-Eau Claire) outlined the frustration of trying to work for the people when he’s in the minority — and how he believes that can change…
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Watch: Which candidate for governor would do more to tackle high energy bills in Wisconsin?
Rep. Tom Tiffany, the presumptive Republican nominee, says the answer is in nuclear energy and keeping coal-powered plants open. One of the Democratic candidates, former Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes, says he would only appoint people to the Public Service Commission who support no new rate hikes. Barnes says there are plenty of ways Tiffany would…
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Watch: Happy Nominating Petition Day to all who celebrate! Here’s how to get on the ballot in WI elections.
Happy Nominating Petition Day to all who celebrate! Here’s how to get on the ballot in Wisconsin elections.
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Watch: Proof that a small town can make a big impact.
Oconomowoc community members gathered together for the No Kings rally on March 28, with a strong message. Residents shared their concerns and frustrations with the Trump administration, addressing issues ranging from ICE, the Epstein files, and more.
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Watch: If municipal clerks aren’t taken care of, who will be left to run our elections?
Municipal clerks, the backbone of small-town elections, are reaching retirement age—and younger generations need more support and better pay to take up the often thankless job. Follow @upnorthnewswi for more.
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Watch: It was a bladder. . Not a uterus.
When an eastern Wisconsin couple entered a crisis pregnancy center, they sought information and support. Instead, they left the clinic confused, having been provided with an ultrasound image that was purported to show the early stages of pregnancy in a uterus—but actually showed a bladder. Crisis Pregnancy Centers (CPCs) are often religiously affiliated, non-medical, anti-abortion…
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Watch: ICE detentions increased by 75% in 2025.
One small law center in Madison is rising to meet the needs of immigrant communities facing deportation. Today, the Community Immigration Law Center is expanding their team of lawyers, paralegals, and even volunteers to help. Follow @upnorthnewswi for more.
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Watch: Energy prices outpacing inflation as Congress targets price gouging with relief bill
Energy prices are rising faster than inflation — and Congress is finally talking about it. The Energy Bills Relief Act could crack down on price gouging and lower costs. 👀
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Watch: A new Marquette Poll shows it’s still early in the 2026 campaign for WI governor.
Among those who do have a preference, Rep. Francesca Hong leads the Democratic primary field of seven candidates. Perhaps more noteworthy is that 54% of Republicans say they’re undecided… even though there’s only one candidate, Congressman Tom Tiffany.
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Watch: How is this upcoming Wisconsin Supreme Court election more important than past elections.
What’s at Stake – How is it that this upcoming Wisconsin Supreme Court election is even more important than past elections where control of the court was at stake? Appeals Court Judge Chris Taylor says the stakes are even bigger this time because it’s not about progressive vs. conservative justices, it’s about a state and…
