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Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker has indicated that he will push to continue the in-state tuition freeze at UW System schools in the next state budget.

STATE NEWS

Walker suggests extended UW tuition freeze, no increase in funds for system

By Andrew Bahl and Madeline Heim | Aug. 4, 2016

Gov. Scott Walker has indicated a desire to continue a freeze on in-state tuition at UW System schools, according to a letter released to state agencies last month. In the document, Walker said his 2017-’19 biennium budget proposal would freeze tuition to help preserve the accessibility of higher education in the Badger State “To build on our commitment to student success, we must extend the tuition freeze,” Walker wrote in the July 25 letter.

U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis., said the nomination of Hillary Clinton this year is historic for women in public service.

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Baldwin discusses being on national stage, party unity

By Negassi Tesfamichael | Jul. 27, 2016

PHILADELPHIA—U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis., reflected on her experience this week at the Democratic National Convention, where the party officially nominated former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton as the country’s first female presidential nominee.

Protesting delegates walked out of the DNC to voice their opposition to the nominating process this election cycle.

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Sanders delegates walk out after Clinton nomination

By Negassi Tesfamichael | Jul. 26, 2016

PHILADELPHIA—A group of delegates to Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders staged a walk-out at the Wells Fargo Center and held a sit-in at the media center next door. Police had to create a human wall around the pavilion in order to stop more protesters from going inside.

At a press conference Friday at the Capitol, Governor Scott Walker appointed Milwaukee attorney Daniel Kelly to the state Supreme Court.

STATE NEWS

Walker taps attorney Daniel Kelly to serve on Supreme Court

By Andrew Bahl and Peter Coutu | Jul. 23, 2016

Gov. Scott Walker announced Friday that he would appoint Milwaukee attorney Daniel Kelly to the state Supreme Court, filling the vacancy created by Justice David Prosser's retirement at the end of the month. The announcement was made at an afternoon event at the Capitol, with Chief Justice Patience Roggensack and Walker.

U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, was booed off stage after his convention speech for not endorsing Donald Trump.

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Cruz booed off stage during convention speech

By Negassi Tesfamichael | Jul. 21, 2016

CLEVELAND—In one of the most surprising moments of the 2016 Republican National Convention, U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, caused an uproar among delegates after saying voters should “vote their conscience” instead of casting their ballot for the nominee, Donald Trump.

A vendor sells buttons outside the Republican National Convention.

STATE NEWS

Students for Trump organizes young people ahead of election

By Negassi Tesfamichael | Jul. 19, 2016

CLEVELAND—Scattered through the streets of Cleveland, students in favor of Donald Trump have continued to make their presence known during the Republican National Convention.

Local, state and federal law enforcement officials had to separate two groups of protesters after an argument broke out in downtown Cleveland just outside the Republican National Convention.

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Protesters clash in downtown Cleveland during convention

By Negassi Tesfamichael | Jul. 18, 2016

Trump supporters and anti-Trump protesters clashed Monday afternoon in their first confrontation of convention week. Law enforcement officials had to separate the groups outside of Settler's Landing Park just blocks away from the Quicken Loans Arena, where delegates had their own dramatic first day.

Byron Shafer, professor of political science.

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Conventions expert from UW weighs in on RNC, DNC

By Negassi Tesfamichael | Jul. 15, 2016

For many convention-goers, the upcoming Republican and Democratic National Conventions will be a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

STATE NEWS

Donald Trump chooses Indiana Gov. Mike Pence as running mate

By Negassi Tesfamichael | Jul. 15, 2016

Donald Trump announced Friday that he has chosen Indiana Gov. Mike Pence has his vice presidential pick

STATE NEWS

Senator threatens budgetary consequences for UW-Madison class article on gay sex

By Madeline Heim | Jul. 8, 2016

A Republican legislator said Thursday that the entire UW System could face consequences for an article on gay men’s sexual preferences assigned to a class of UW-Madison sociology students this week.

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Republicans gather in Green Bay for 2016 state convention, focus on Ron Johnson

By Miller Jozwiak | May. 14, 2016

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Wisconsin Republicans met in Green Bay Saturday for the Republican Party of Wisconsin 2016 Convention to hear stump speeches from politicians and cast delegates for the presidential elections. U.S.

STATE NEWS

Republican Party of Wisconsin 2016 State Convention Live Coverage

By Miller Jozwiak | May. 14, 2016

Green Bay, Wis. — Watch the Republican Party of Wisconsin's 2016 State Convention live via Wisconsin Eye.

Judge Foust’s denial of the stay means right-to-work will not be in effect during the appeals process.

STATE NEWS

Judge denies challenge to right-to-work law

By Emily Curtis | Apr. 25, 2016

Dane County Circuit Court Judge William Foust denied a stay to his decision to strike down right-to-work Monday, the most recent challenge to the controversial Wisconsin law.

A fourth OWI offense will now carry a penalty of up to six years in prison.

STATE NEWS

Walker signs bill increasing drunk driving penalties

By Andrew Bahl | Apr. 25, 2016

Gov. Scott Walker signed a bill into law Monday making a fourth operating while intoxicated offense a felony, regardless of circumstances.

STATE NEWS

Sanders rallies thousands of supporters at Kohl Center

By Andrew Bahl | Apr. 3, 2016

In one of his final appeals before Wisconsinites head to the polls, presidential hopeful Bernie Sanders spoke before an estimated crowd of 4,400 at the Kohl Center, days before what could be his final stand in his quest for the White House.

JoAnne Kloppenburg (left) and Rebecca Bradley will face off for a seat on the Wisconsin State Supreme Court in the April 5 Primary election.

STATE NEWS

Wisconsin state supreme court election: Who are the candidates?

By Lily Price and Emily Curtis | Mar. 28, 2016

While presidential candidates for both parties square off ahead of Wisconsin’s April 5 primary, there is another race students should know about as well. Rebecca Bradley and JoAnne Kloppenburg are vying for an open seat on the State Supreme Court and its corresponding 10-year term.

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Clinton, Kasich to visit Madison in advance of primary

By Jake Skubish | Mar. 27, 2016

Presidential candidates Hillary Clinton and John Kasich will each visit Madison Monday as they look toward Wisconsin’s primary election April 5.

STATE NEWS

John Kasich kicks off courting of Wisconsin primary voters

By Negassi Tesfamichael | Mar. 23, 2016

MILWAUKEE- Backed by former Wisconsin Gov. Tommy Thompson, Republican presidential candidate and Ohio Gov. John Kasich kicked off the final weeks of courting Wisconsin voters before the state’s April 5 primary.

President Barack Obama spoke in Milwaukee Thursday to praise the city’s efforts in raising enrollment in the Affordable Care Act.

STATE NEWS

Obama touts health care success in Milwaukee speech

By Alanna Conley | Mar. 3, 2016

President Barack Obama visited Milwaukee Thursday to praise the city on its increased enrollment in the Affordable Care Act program.

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ASM sends valentines with voter-related message to Capitol

By Julia Gilban-Cohen | Feb. 16, 2016

The Associated Students of Madison delivered 450 paper valentine hearts to the office of Speaker Robin Vos, R-Rochester, Monday, representing the 450 UW-Madison students registered to vote by Special Registration Deputies (SRDs) this year, according to an ASM release.

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