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A mobile prison cell exposes solitary confinement conditions

A mobile prison cell exposes solitary confinement conditions

An activist who served time at Waupun Correctional Institution built and displays a model cell to illustrate conditions of solitary confinement, a practice called disciplinary separation in Wisconsin.

Brian Hagedorn faces a microphone while sitting in a high-backed leather chair.

Hagedorn steps aside in the Act 10 case the Wisconsin Supreme Court could hear

Sean Duffy gestures with his right hand while speaking outdoors, with out-of-focus people standing behind him.

Who is Sean Duffy, the new transportation secretary responding to the DCA plane-helicopter crash?

Free IRS Direct File system opens for eligible filers in Wisconsin

Democratic Party set to elect a new national chair, and Wisconsin's state chair is a frontrunner

Susan Crawford holds a microphone in her right hand and speaks while standing behind a wood podium with other microphones on its surface and a campaign sign reading Susan Crawford for Justice on its front, with six more campaign signs displayed on a wall behind her, with a speaker on a stand to one side and people seated and facing her in the foreground.

Republicans criticize Crawford for attending an event for donors to the Democratic Party

Harry Dunn gestures with both hands while sitting at a table with multiple microphones with flags of different media organizations on its surface, with another person seated to the side in a room with windows with open drapes and a U.S. flag in the background.

Former US Capitol Police officer campaigns against Schimel

Brian Hagedorn and Janet Protasiewicz sit in high-backed leather chairs at a judicial bench with a nameplate reading J. Protasiewicz, with a row of empty high-backed wood and leather chairs behind them in a room with marble pillars and masonry.

Republican lawmakers ask Protasiewicz to step aside in the Act 10 case before the Wisconsin Supreme Court

Side-by-side photos show a building on the left with law enforcement vehicles with illuminated siren lights parked on a street and lawn next to trees and a utility pole, and a building on the right with vehicles parked in a lot next to trees and parking signs.

Madison and Nashville school shooters appear to have crossed paths in online extremist communities

Tony Evers stands with this hands crossed on the top of a wood podium with a microphone mounted to its surface, with three other people standing behind him on another tier of a wood legislative dais with inlay carvings.

Republicans propose constitutional amendment to limit Wisconsin governor's partial veto power

Brad Schimel stands and speaks with out-of-focus people standing in the background of a room with the U.S. and Wisconsin flags displayed flat on a wall.

Asked about Jan. 6 pardons, Schimel says he supports Trump's presidential powers

In Focus with Saghar Homayounpour: 2024 Teacher of the Year

In Focus with Saghar Homayounpour: 2024 Teacher of the Year

Side-by-side still images from videos show Ron Johnson and Gwen Moore looking at the camera while seated in offices.

'Here & Now' Highlights: US Sen. Ron Johnson, US Rep. Gwen Moore, Stephen Nick

Brian Hagedorn faces a microphone while sitting in a high-backed leather chair.

Hagedorn steps aside in the Act 10 case the Wisconsin Supreme Court could hear

Sean Duffy gestures with his right hand while speaking outdoors, with out-of-focus people standing behind him.

Who is Sean Duffy, the new transportation secretary responding to the DCA plane-helicopter crash?

Free IRS Direct File system opens for eligible filers in Wisconsin

Democratic Party set to elect a new national chair, and Wisconsin's state chair is a frontrunner

Susan Crawford holds a microphone in her right hand and speaks while standing behind a wood podium with other microphones on its surface and a campaign sign reading Susan Crawford for Justice on its front, with six more campaign signs displayed on a wall behind her, with a speaker on a stand to one side and people seated and facing her in the foreground.

Republicans criticize Crawford for attending an event for donors to the Democratic Party

Harry Dunn gestures with both hands while sitting at a table with multiple microphones with flags of different media organizations on its surface, with another person seated to the side in a room with windows with open drapes and a U.S. flag in the background.

Former US Capitol Police officer campaigns against Schimel

Brian Hagedorn and Janet Protasiewicz sit in high-backed leather chairs at a judicial bench with a nameplate reading J. Protasiewicz, with a row of empty high-backed wood and leather chairs behind them in a room with marble pillars and masonry.

Republican lawmakers ask Protasiewicz to step aside in the Act 10 case before the Wisconsin Supreme Court

Side-by-side photos show a building on the left with law enforcement vehicles with illuminated siren lights parked on a street and lawn next to trees and a utility pole, and a building on the right with vehicles parked in a lot next to trees and parking signs.

Madison and Nashville school shooters appear to have crossed paths in online extremist communities

Tony Evers stands with this hands crossed on the top of a wood podium with a microphone mounted to its surface, with three other people standing behind him on another tier of a wood legislative dais with inlay carvings.

Republicans propose constitutional amendment to limit Wisconsin governor's partial veto power

Brad Schimel stands and speaks with out-of-focus people standing in the background of a room with the U.S. and Wisconsin flags displayed flat on a wall.

Asked about Jan. 6 pardons, Schimel says he supports Trump's presidential powers

In Focus with Saghar Homayounpour: 2024 Teacher of the Year

In Focus with Saghar Homayounpour: 2024 Teacher of the Year

Side-by-side still images from videos show Ron Johnson and Gwen Moore looking at the camera while seated in offices.

'Here & Now' Highlights: US Sen. Ron Johnson, US Rep. Gwen Moore, Stephen Nick

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Wisconsin Vote

During election season, Wisconsin Vote provides voters with information about candidates and races, election results, and election resources for educators.

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A still image shows Abigail Swetz seated in front of a background with a graphic at bottom reading 'Abigail Swetz' and 'Fair Wisconsin.'

Abigail Swetz on LGBTQ advocates responding to Trump orders

US Rep. Gwen Moore on the start of a new Trump presidency

US Rep. Gwen Moore on the start of a new Trump presidency

A still image shows U.S. Senator Ron Johnson seated in an office with a graphic at bottom reading 'U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson' and '(R) Wisconsin.'

US Sen. Ron Johnson on the start of a new Trump presidency

Side-by-side images show Tony Evers speaking with an out-of-focus Robin Vos seated in the background and Robin Vos speaking with toile wallpaper and brass light fixture in the background.

Wisconsin 2025 State of the State highlights from Evers, Vos

Stephen Nick on transports of unhoused people to Eau Claire

Stephen Nick on transports of unhoused people to Eau Claire

West Central Region

A still image shows Zac Schultz standing in front of the State Capitol rotunda with a graphic at bottom reading 'Zac Schultz' and 'Here & Now.'

Zac Schultz on Wisconsin's separation of powers lawsuit

Philip Rocco on shared revenue shortfall issues in Wisconsin

Philip Rocco on shared revenue shortfall issues in Wisconsin

Southeast Region

A still image from a video shows Johnathan Temte seated in front of a desk with piles of papers and a bookshelf lined with books and other items.

Seasonal respiratory viruses are peaking for young children

A still image from a video shows José Pérez speaking into multiple microphones with various media flags on a podium with people standing around him with a graphic at top reading 'Video Courtesy: TMJ4 - Milwaukee.'

Local officials voice concern over mass deportation plans

Southeast Region

A still image from a video shows a snow covered street with a yellow barricade reading 'Tribal Roads' with a graphic at bottom reading 'File Footage, 2023.'

Federal judge orders Lac du Flambeau roads to remain open

Northern Region

Chief Andre Sayles on Beloit police and immigration status

South Central Region

A still image shows Dale Knapp seated at the 'Here & Now' set featuring wood paneling, with a graphic at bottom reading 'Dale Knapp' and 'Forward Analytics.'

Dale Knapp on a projected population decline for Wisconsin

More Here & Now 2025

Side-by-side photos show Brittany Kinser, Jill Underly and Jeff Wright posting for portraits.

Brittany Kinser, Dr. Jill Underly and Jeff Wright face off in the 2025 primary for Wisconsin state superintendent

Side-by-side photos show Susan Crawford and Brad Schimel posing for portraits while wearing judicial robes inside courtrooms.

Susan Crawford and Brad Schimel face off in the 2025 election for a Wisconsin Supreme Court seat

Gov. Tony Evers on a citizen referendum idea for Wisconsin

Gov. Tony Evers on a citizen referendum idea for Wisconsin

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Side-by-side images show Tony Evers speaking with an out-of-focus Robin Vos seated in the background and Robin Vos speaking with toile wallpaper and brass light fixture in the background.

Wisconsin 2025 State of the State highlights from Evers, Vos

Tony Evers speaks into a microphone mounted to a podium at the center of a wood legislative dais with carved front panels, with people seated at multiple rows of wood desks facing him and other people standing in the background in front of two sets of double doors with oval windows, in a room with marble masonry and pillars framing red, white and blue bunting, a digital vote register mounted on a wall, illuminated brass light fixtures, and people seated in a gallery in an upper level.

Evers emphasizes child care, mental health, gun violence in Wisconsin's 2025 State of the State address

A still image shows Zac Schultz standing in front of the State Capitol rotunda with a graphic at bottom reading 'Zac Schultz' and 'Here & Now.'

Zac Schultz on Wisconsin's separation of powers lawsuit

In Focus with Saghar Homayounpour: 2024 Teacher of the Year

In Focus with Saghar Homayounpour: 2024 Teacher of the Year

In Focus with John Ridley: Storytelling, film and community

In Focus with John Ridley: Storytelling, film and community

In Focus with David Maraniss: Covering news, writing history

In Focus with David Maraniss: Covering news, writing history

Wisconsin Regional News

Southeast Region

Philip Rocco on shared revenue shortfall issues in Wisconsin

Philip Rocco on shared revenue shortfall issues in Wisconsin

Local officials voice concern over mass deportation plans

Baseball fans salute the legacy of Milwaukee Brewers voice Bob Uecker, who dies at 90

Environmentalists cite Enbridge Line 6 leak in Line 5 debate

Southeast Region News

Northeast Region

A still image from a video shows Michael Alexander seated in front of three artworks depicting trees, buildings and a stadium reading 'University of Wisconsin Green Bay' with a graphic at bottom reading 'Green Bay,' 'Chancellor Michael Alexander' and 'UW-Green Bay.'

Chancellor Michael Alexander on the finances of UW-Green Bay

Republicans Steil, Van Orden and Wied win Wisconsin US House seats in 2024 election

Wisconsin Republicans look to reelect a US House incumbent and retain an open seat

Trump campaigns with former Packers quarterback Brett Favre at Green Bay rally

Northeast Region News

South Central Region

Side-by-side photos show a building on the left with law enforcement vehicles with illuminated siren lights parked on a street and lawn next to trees and a utility pole, and a building on the right with vehicles parked in a lot next to trees and parking signs.

Madison and Nashville school shooters appear to have crossed paths in online extremist communities

Local officials voice concern over mass deportation plans

Chief Andre Sayles on Beloit police and immigration status

Judge maintains restraining order for California man who messaged the Abundant Life school shooter

South Central Region News

Northern Region

A still image from a video shows a snow covered street with a yellow barricade reading 'Tribal Roads' with a graphic at bottom reading 'File Footage, 2023.'

Federal judge orders Lac du Flambeau roads to remain open

Wisconsin's rural homelessness crisis and the ongoing fight to do 'more with less'

Wisconsin detects a human bird flu case in Barron County

US Supreme Court to hear case over Catholic Charities Bureau seeking Wisconsin unemployment tax exemption

Northern Region News

West Central Region

Stephen Nick on transports of unhoused people to Eau Claire

Stephen Nick on transports of unhoused people to Eau Claire

David Minor on the Chippewa Valley's health care needs, gaps

US Supreme Court rejects challenge to an Eau Claire schools policy covering transgender students

Sydney Widell, Nancy Wedwick on floods, dams and community

West Central Region News

Southwest Region

Sydney Widell, Nancy Wedwick on floods, dams and community

Sydney Widell, Nancy Wedwick on floods, dams and community

Dave Eggen on opposing plans to remove dams in the Driftless

Mark Erickson on assessing earthen dam stability and failure

Bob Micheel on plans to remove Coon Creek dams after floods

Southwest Region News

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