Now that public hearings are complete, the Joint Finance Committee begins the hard work of crafting the biennial budget with a goal of being done by July 1. Yet partisan disagreements over tax cuts, the impact of federal policies and the state of the economy all have the potential to stall this year’s timeline. Democratic […]
The final two public hearings in the state budget process will be held next week in Hayward and Wausau, setting the stage for the Joint Finance Committee to begin crafting its version of the budget. Legislators face unique challenges this year calculating uncertainty about federal funding and any impact tariffs may have on inflation and […]
In less than two weeks Wisconsin will once again be in the national spotlight, and this time not for an election. Green Bay is hosting the annual NFL draft, with more than a quarter million visitors and major economic impact expected. On April 15, 2025, WisconsinEye’s Newsmakers featured Brad Toll, President and CEO of Discover […]
Tuesday, April 1st marks an important election in Wisconsin, and what some are also calling a national referendum on President Trump’s first few months in office. There are also several other key races and questions on the ballot that have received less attention. On March 31, 2025, WisconsinEye’s Newsmakers asked experts to join us: University […]
The Assembly’s new Committee on Government Operations, Accountability and Transparency or GOAT recently held its first hearing – diving into issues like state government telework and cybersecurity. Republican leaders say the committee’s goal is to root out waste, fraud and abuse. So what’s next on the committee’s agenda? On April 7, 2025, WisconsinEye’s Newsmakers features […]
On March 17, 2025, WisconsinEye’s Newsmakers Host Lisa Pugh sat down with Dane County District Court Judge Susan Crawford who is running for State Supreme Court Justice. Spring Election is April 1, 2025.
On March 10, 2025, WisconsinEye’s Newsmakers Host Lisa Pugh sat down with former Wisconsin Attorney General and current Waukesha County District Court Judge Brad Schimel who is running for State Supreme Court Justice. Spring Election is April 1, 2025.
On March 17, 2025, WisconsinEye’s Newsmakers host and Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Director of Strategic Partnerships Erin Richards sat down with Brittany Kinser, Milwaukee-based education consultant, who is running for State Superintendent of Public Instruction. Spring Election is April 1, 2025.
By now you have likely heard about H5N1, more commonly known as bird flu, that has been sweeping the country and is now linked to the first human case in Wisconsin. While the CDC continues to say the risk to humans is low, the virus has been spreading rapidly across animal species and Wisconsin health […]
Advocates for people with disabilities, older adults and the providers who support them in Wisconsin are watching the latest actions in Washington closely, saying the places Congress and the Trump Administration are looking for government savings will have a serious impact. On February 17, 2025, WisconsinEye’s Newsmakers welcomed Tami Jackson, Public Policy Analyst with the […]
Universities of Wisconsin System President Jay Rothman has been traveling statewide this year, already speaking to nearly 1,000 people and numerous groups – making the case for his $855 million dollar budget request. While Republicans have called the amount unrealistic, Rothman says it is what’s necessary to prevent tuition hikes and keep remaining branch campuses […]
President Trump’s first weeks in office have been a whirlwind of headline-making decisions; though any lasting impact on Wisconsin is yet to be determined. Conservatives say Trump has a mandate to install his vision, while liberals argue there will be harmful unintended consequences. Joining WisconsinEye’s Newsmakers is Jake Curtis, General Counsel of the conservative Institute […]
Legislative Democrats are out the gate with their first set of priorities for the new session – focusing on issues they say they heard repeatedly on the campaign trail. Leaders in both chambers believe there is strong possibility for bi-partisan agreement now that Democrats have more seats and greater influence. On January 22, 2025, WisconsinEye’s […]
Republican leaders in the State Senate are kicking off the 107th Legislative Session with expectations of a major tax cut for Wisconsinites and hopes for success on issues like medical marijuana and a Monday processing election bill. While Republicans hold a slimmer majority this time around, they are confident in some big wins this session. […]
Republican Assembly Speaker Robin Vos, (R) Rochester – 33rd District, the longest serving speaker of the Wisconsin State Assembly, heads into this new legislative session with a slimmer majority and once again promises for a big tax cut for Wisconsinites, along with no guarantees of big bipartisan compromise. The Speaker sits down for an end […]
Wisconsin’s main 2024 gun deer season is now complete, but some significant changes to how the state manages its deer population are already underway for 2025. While this year’s season was a success by many accounts, the public is asking for change in the north and the DNR is hoping for improved hunter effort in […]
A new legislative session and biennial budget year with a sizable state surplus on the table presents many opportunities to address Wisconsin’s challenges. From a lack of affordable housing and child care to school funding and a workforce shortage, the real question is where policymakers will find agreement. On November 19, 2024, Economist and Researcher Dale […]
One week post-election and the dust is settling on results; and analysts are starting to make predictions about what this means for Wisconsin’s future. On November 11, 2024, two veteran journalists returned to WisconsinEye’s Newsmakers to share their election reflections: Andrew Bahl, State Government Reporter with The Cap Times and Adam Kelnhofer, State Capitol Reporter […]
There is perhaps no more stressful job on election day than that of a county’s chief election officer in a state like Wisconsin. Our election results are not only expected to be close, but heavily scrutinized and likely contested. On November 4, 2024, WisconsinEye’s Newsmakers welcomes two veteran local election chiefs on the day before […]
For those fed up with incessant election ads and breaking news, there is relief in sight – or is there? Although November 5 is just one week away no one can predict the outcome nor tell us when we will have final results. On October 28, 2024, WisconsinEye’s Newsmakers features two Wisconsin experts to share […]
The Harris and Trump campaigns are making their final pitches to Wisconsin voters while campaign strategists hope their last minute gambles pay off as they attempt to reach that ever elusive undecided or unenthusiastic voter. Previously, we featured a Republican Party leader, and today on October 28, 2024, WisconsinEye’s Newsmakers is joined by Devin Remiker, Senior […]
