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February 14, 2026 at 6:38 PM
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Eye On Dunn County ran one of our recent stories.
GOP lawmaker leads bipartisan push to supercharge nuclear power in Wisconsin
by The Badger Project, The Badger Project February 9, 2026 A bill in the state Legislature aims to bolster nuclear
eyeondunn.com
February 14, 2026 at 6:33 PM
Eye On Dunn County ran one of our recent stories.
Lots of max donations from labor unions, out-of-state donors and the wealthy Lubar family in Milwaukee.
#wipolitics #SCOWIS #WisconsinSupremeCourt
#wipolitics #SCOWIS #WisconsinSupremeCourt
Top donors to Chris Taylor, the Left's candidate for Wisconsin Supreme Court
With support from across the country, Court of Appeals Judge Chris Taylor of Madison is outraising her opponent from the political Right nearly ten to one, spooking conservatives who hope to hold the ...
thebadgerproject.org
February 13, 2026 at 3:35 PM
Lots of max donations from labor unions, out-of-state donors and the wealthy Lubar family in Milwaukee.
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#wipolitics #SCOWIS #WisconsinSupremeCourt
Republican megadonors Diane Hendricks, Elizabeth Uihlein and Eric Hovde are on the list.
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#wipolitics #SCOWIS #WisconsinSupremeCourt
Top donors to Maria Lazar, the Right's candidate for Wisconsin Supreme Court
The Court of Appeals Judge Maria Lazar has struggled to raise funds since she announced her candidacy for the state's high court in October, and is being outraised by her opponent nearly ten to one.
thebadgerproject.org
February 13, 2026 at 3:32 PM
Republican megadonors Diane Hendricks, Elizabeth Uihlein and Eric Hovde are on the list.
#wipolitics #SCOWIS #WisconsinSupremeCourt
#wipolitics #SCOWIS #WisconsinSupremeCourt
Top donors to Chris Taylor, the Left’s candidate for Wisconsin Supreme Court
With support from across the country, Court of Appeals Judge Chris Taylor of Madison is outraising her opponent from the political right nearly ten to one, spooking conservatives who hope to hold the seat.
With support from across the country, Court of Appeals Judge Chris Taylor of Madison is outraising her opponent from the political right nearly ten to one, spooking conservatives who hope to hold the seat.
Top donors to Chris Taylor, the Left’s candidate for Wisconsin Supreme Court
With support from across the country, Court of Appeals Judge Chris Taylor of Madison is outraising her opponent from the political right nearly ten to one, spooking conservatives who hope to hold the seat.
thebadgerproject.org
February 12, 2026 at 4:24 PM
Top donors to Chris Taylor, the Left’s candidate for Wisconsin Supreme Court
With support from across the country, Court of Appeals Judge Chris Taylor of Madison is outraising her opponent from the political right nearly ten to one, spooking conservatives who hope to hold the seat.
With support from across the country, Court of Appeals Judge Chris Taylor of Madison is outraising her opponent from the political right nearly ten to one, spooking conservatives who hope to hold the seat.
Top donors to Maria Lazar, the Right’s candidate for Wisconsin Supreme Court
The Court of Appeals Judge Maria Lazar has struggled to raise funds since she announced her candidacy for the state's high court in October, and is being outraised by her opponent nearly ten to one.
The Court of Appeals Judge Maria Lazar has struggled to raise funds since she announced her candidacy for the state's high court in October, and is being outraised by her opponent nearly ten to one.
Top donors to Maria Lazar, the Right’s candidate for Wisconsin Supreme Court
The Court of Appeals Judge Maria Lazar has struggled to raise funds since she announced her candidacy for the state's high court in October, and is being outraised by her opponent nearly ten to one.
thebadgerproject.org
February 12, 2026 at 4:22 PM
Top donors to Maria Lazar, the Right’s candidate for Wisconsin Supreme Court
The Court of Appeals Judge Maria Lazar has struggled to raise funds since she announced her candidacy for the state's high court in October, and is being outraised by her opponent nearly ten to one.
The Court of Appeals Judge Maria Lazar has struggled to raise funds since she announced her candidacy for the state's high court in October, and is being outraised by her opponent nearly ten to one.
A bill in the state Legislature aims to bolster nuclear power in Wisconsin. State Rep. Shae Sortwell, a Republican from Two Rivers, wants the state to become an energy “powerhouse.”
GOP lawmaker leads bipartisan push to supercharge nuclear power in Wisconsin
A bill in the state Legislature aims to bolster nuclear power in Wisconsin. State Rep. Shae Sortwell, a Republican from Two Rivers, wants the state to become an energy “powerhouse.”
thebadgerproject.org
February 11, 2026 at 4:10 PM
A bill in the state Legislature aims to bolster nuclear power in Wisconsin. State Rep. Shae Sortwell, a Republican from Two Rivers, wants the state to become an energy “powerhouse.”
PBS Wisconsin ran one of our recent stories.
Amtrak might open a station in Madison, but not until 2032
A new push to bring an Amtrak station to Madison has returned despite passenger rail's fraught history in the state. Even if the new plans come to fruition, it would ...
pbswisconsin.org
February 11, 2026 at 4:04 PM
PBS Wisconsin ran one of our recent stories.
Reposted by The Badger Project
The National Railroad Passenger Corporation, or Amtrak, was granted federal funding for a station in Wisconsin's capital and second largest city, but even with rail lines already in place, it could take until the early 2030s for trains to start operating, reports @thebadgerproject.org.
Amtrak might open a station in Madison, but not until 2032
A new push to bring an Amtrak station to Madison has returned despite passenger rail's fraught history in the state. Even if the new plans come to fruition, it would ...
pbswisconsin.org
February 11, 2026 at 3:09 PM
The National Railroad Passenger Corporation, or Amtrak, was granted federal funding for a station in Wisconsin's capital and second largest city, but even with rail lines already in place, it could take until the early 2030s for trains to start operating, reports @thebadgerproject.org.
A bill in the state Legislature aims to bolster #nuclear power in #Wisconsin. State Rep. Shae Sortwell, a Republican from Two Rivers, wants the state to become an energy “powerhouse.”
#wipolitics
#wipolitics
GOP lawmaker leads bipartisan push to supercharge nuclear power in Wisconsin
A bill in the state Legislature aims to bolster nuclear power in Wisconsin. State Rep. Shae Sortwell, a Republican from Two Rivers, wants the state to become an energy “powerhouse.”
thebadgerproject.org
February 10, 2026 at 3:38 PM
A bill in the state Legislature aims to bolster #nuclear power in #Wisconsin. State Rep. Shae Sortwell, a Republican from Two Rivers, wants the state to become an energy “powerhouse.”
#wipolitics
#wipolitics
The Capital Times ran one of our recent stories.
Amtrak might open a Madison station — in 2032. What’s taking so long?
Passenger rail served Wisconsin's capital until 1971. Restoring it could take over a decade, even with rail lines in place and federal funds for planning.
captimes.com
February 10, 2026 at 3:35 PM
The Capital Times ran one of our recent stories.
GOP lawmaker leads bipartisan push to supercharge nuclear power in Wisconsin
A bill in the state Legislature aims to bolster nuclear power in Wisconsin. State Rep. Shae Sortwell, a Republican from Two Rivers, wants the state to become an energy “powerhouse.”
A bill in the state Legislature aims to bolster nuclear power in Wisconsin. State Rep. Shae Sortwell, a Republican from Two Rivers, wants the state to become an energy “powerhouse.”
GOP lawmaker leads bipartisan push to supercharge nuclear power in Wisconsin
A bill in the state Legislature aims to bolster nuclear power in Wisconsin. State Rep. Shae Sortwell, a Republican from Two Rivers, wants the state to become an energy “powerhouse.”
thebadgerproject.org
February 9, 2026 at 4:15 PM
GOP lawmaker leads bipartisan push to supercharge nuclear power in Wisconsin
A bill in the state Legislature aims to bolster nuclear power in Wisconsin. State Rep. Shae Sortwell, a Republican from Two Rivers, wants the state to become an energy “powerhouse.”
A bill in the state Legislature aims to bolster nuclear power in Wisconsin. State Rep. Shae Sortwell, a Republican from Two Rivers, wants the state to become an energy “powerhouse.”
The Racine County Eye ran one of our recent stories.
Amtrak might open a station in Madison, but not until 2032. What’s taking so long? | Racine County Eye
A new push to bring an Amtrak station to Madison has returned despite passenger rail’s fraught history in the state, but it won't happen until 2032.
racinecountyeye.com
February 8, 2026 at 6:20 PM
The Racine County Eye ran one of our recent stories.
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February 8, 2026 at 6:17 PM
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February 6, 2026 at 8:52 PM
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Some families say department leadership is at least partly to blame, accusing it of ignoring struggling deputies. The department says it had programs in place and has since increased them.
#WaukeshaCounty #WaukeshaCountySheriff #suicides
#WaukeshaCounty #WaukeshaCountySheriff #suicides
Four ex-Waukesha Co Sheriff’s deputies committed suicide in past decade
Some family members say department leadership is at least partly to blame, accusing it of ignoring struggling deputies. The department says it had mental health programs in place and has since increas...
thebadgerproject.org
February 6, 2026 at 5:22 PM
Some families say department leadership is at least partly to blame, accusing it of ignoring struggling deputies. The department says it had programs in place and has since increased them.
#WaukeshaCounty #WaukeshaCountySheriff #suicides
#WaukeshaCounty #WaukeshaCountySheriff #suicides
Some families say department leadership is at least partly to blame, accusing it of ignoring struggling deputies. The department says it had programs in place and has since increased them.
#WaukeshaCounty #WaukeshaCountySheriff #Wisconsin #LawEnforcement
#WaukeshaCounty #WaukeshaCountySheriff #Wisconsin #LawEnforcement
Four ex-Waukesha Co Sheriff’s deputies committed suicide in past decade
Some family members say department leadership is at least partly to blame, accusing it of ignoring struggling deputies. The department says it had mental health programs in place and has since increas...
thebadgerproject.org
February 5, 2026 at 3:58 PM
Some families say department leadership is at least partly to blame, accusing it of ignoring struggling deputies. The department says it had programs in place and has since increased them.
#WaukeshaCounty #WaukeshaCountySheriff #Wisconsin #LawEnforcement
#WaukeshaCounty #WaukeshaCountySheriff #Wisconsin #LawEnforcement
The Leader Independent covering southeastern Dane County and beyond ran one of our recent stories.
When will Amtrak passenger trains come to Madison?
A new push to bring an Amtrak station to Madison has returned despite passenger rail’s fraught history in the state.
www.hngnews.com
February 5, 2026 at 3:52 PM
The Leader Independent covering southeastern Dane County and beyond ran one of our recent stories.
The Star newspaper in Sun Prairie ran one of our recent stories.
When will Amtrak passenger trains come to Madison?
A new push to bring an Amtrak station to Madison has returned despite passenger rail’s fraught history in the state.
www.hngnews.com
February 4, 2026 at 6:46 PM
The Star newspaper in Sun Prairie ran one of our recent stories.
At least four ex-Waukesha Co Sheriff’s deputies committed suicide in past decade
Some family members say department leadership is at least partly to blame, accusing it of ignoring struggling deputies. The department says it had mental health programs in place and has since increased them.
Some family members say department leadership is at least partly to blame, accusing it of ignoring struggling deputies. The department says it had mental health programs in place and has since increased them.
At least four ex-Waukesha Co Sheriff’s deputies committed suicide in past decade
Some family members say department leadership is at least partly to blame, accusing it of ignoring struggling deputies. The department says it had mental health programs in place and has since increased them.
thebadgerproject.org
February 4, 2026 at 4:58 PM
At least four ex-Waukesha Co Sheriff’s deputies committed suicide in past decade
Some family members say department leadership is at least partly to blame, accusing it of ignoring struggling deputies. The department says it had mental health programs in place and has since increased them.
Some family members say department leadership is at least partly to blame, accusing it of ignoring struggling deputies. The department says it had mental health programs in place and has since increased them.
Our reporter Annie Pulley is doing great work for us. If you've read our stories on police misconduct, you've read her stuff. BUT we are ONLY able to pay her 20 hours/week right now. If you want to see MORE from her, you can financially support her. donate.mazloweb.com/donate/Br3jauQmWn6VE1Vz6bepa9
February 3, 2026 at 6:04 PM
Our reporter Annie Pulley is doing great work for us. If you've read our stories on police misconduct, you've read her stuff. BUT we are ONLY able to pay her 20 hours/week right now. If you want to see MORE from her, you can financially support her. donate.mazloweb.com/donate/Br3jauQmWn6VE1Vz6bepa9
The Capital Times in Madison ran one of our recent stories.
Van Orden tiptoes to the center amid midterm election headwinds
Often an ally of President Donald Trump, the GOP congressman in Wisconsin's most competitive district has voted with Democrats on several recent issues.
captimes.com
February 3, 2026 at 5:53 PM
The Capital Times in Madison ran one of our recent stories.
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February 2, 2026 at 4:25 PM
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The railroad company got a lot of federal funding for the station in 2021. But even with rail lines already in place, it could be more than a decade before passenger trains come to Wisconsin’s capital.
#Wisconsin #wipolitics #transportation #Amtrak
#Wisconsin #wipolitics #transportation #Amtrak
Amtrak might open a station in Madison, but not until 2032. What's taking so long?
The railroad company got a lot of federal funding for the station in 2021. But even with rail lines already in place, it could take more than a decade before passenger trains come to Wisconsin's capit...
thebadgerproject.org
January 29, 2026 at 8:32 PM
The railroad company got a lot of federal funding for the station in 2021. But even with rail lines already in place, it could be more than a decade before passenger trains come to Wisconsin’s capital.
#Wisconsin #wipolitics #transportation #Amtrak
#Wisconsin #wipolitics #transportation #Amtrak
The Rice Lake Chronotype ran one of our recent stories.
State trooper caught drinking on duty facing criminal charge
A state trooper was arrested in September after he was caught drinking alcohol on duty at a truck weighing station in Waushara County. His blood alcohol concentration was 0.247, according
www.apg-wi.com
January 28, 2026 at 4:23 PM
The Rice Lake Chronotype ran one of our recent stories.