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Group seeking to recall Speaker Robin Vos launches second effort An earlier attempt failed due to an apparent lack of valid signatures and allegations of fraud.
Wisconsin revenue secretary Peter Barca stepping down, considering bid for Congress Barca, 68, told the Wisconsin State Journal Friday he is considering running for the congressional district currently held by U.S. Rep. Bryan …
Gov. Tony Evers vetoes GOP tax cut, bill to ease school administrator license requirements He also signed bills to expand Holocaust education in Wisconsin schools and develop new treatment facilities to aid individuals dealing with a…
