WISCONSIN POLITICS

Jun 11 2026SPORTS

Why the Packers' future depends on a decades-old TV law

A small rule from 1961 is now causing big fights between the NFL, the Green Bay Packers, and Wisconsin’s politicians. The Sports Broadcasting Act lets the NFL make one big TV deal and share the money equally with all 32 teams. The Packers say this keeps them alive—they’re the only team owned by fans

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Dec 23 2024POLITICS

Wisconsin's New Committee: A Look Through the GOAT's Eyes

Imagine this: a state committee dedicated to sniffing out government inefficiencies, not unlike the federal Department of Government Efficiency. Wisconsin has just unveiled its newest committee, the Government Operations, Accountability, and Transparency Committee, or GOAT for short. Republican Ass

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Oct 16 2024POLITICS

Wisconsin's Elder Care Crisis: A Swing State's Turning Point

Vice President Kamala Harris is showing no signs of repeating Hillary Clinton's 2016 miss in Wisconsin. She's been visiting the state a lot lately, and Tuesday's big announcement on ABC's "The View" might just be her game-changer. She revealed a plan to extend Medicare coverage to include long-term

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Oct 04 2024POLITICS

Election Burnout in Wisconsin: How to Stay Sane this November

November 5th is just around the corner, and Wisconsinites are feeling a bit drained. Election fatigue is real, especially when campaigns are everywhere you look. Therapist Annie Allen says people are stressed out and exhausted. With Wisconsin being a crucial swing state, this election's stakes are h

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