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This Week In Washington - September 26, 2018

September 26, 2018 - 3:00pm

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., flanked by Sen. John Thune, R-S.D., left, and Majority Whip John Cornyn, R-Texas, speaks with reporters

Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh and California college professor Christine Blasey Ford are scheduled to testify at the Thursday hearing of the Senate Judiciary Committee about sexual assault allegations, but negotiations continue between Ford's attorneys and the panel over conditions. We get the latest on these developments from a Wall Street Journal reporter, plus look at other top headlines.

Science News: Prehistoric Pollination, What Was Lost In The Brazilian National Museum Fire, And More

September 25, 2018 - 3:15pm

A fire broke out at Brazil's national museum earlier this week, leading to the loss of countless artifacts forever. The fire coincidentally coincided with the release of a report which found that important material may be unpublished as it sits in a museum, making it vulnerable to being lost. We'll...

The Community's Role In Criminal Justice Policy

September 25, 2018 - 4:30pm

Responses vary when it comes to how communities feel about criminal justice policies like sex offender placement in a community. Join us as we talk to our guest researcher about the role of activism, public safety, and government accountability in these discussions.

Evers Says He'll Prioritize Tax Cut For Wisconsin's Neediest Families

September 25, 2018 - 3:10pm

Democratic gubernatorial candidate Tony Evers says he wants to help more than 860,000 of Wisconsin’s neediest families with a tax break. But how he would fund those cuts is a fluid process.

Deputy Mayor: No One Taken Into Custody By ICE On Madison's East Side

September 25, 2018 - 2:25pm

Federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents were seen along Madison's East Washington Avenue corridor Tuesday.

Middleton Office Shooter Passed Company's Background Check

September 25, 2018 - 1:15pm

A man who shot and wounded four co-workers at a Wisconsin software company last week passed the firm's background check.

Homeland Security: No Wisconsin Election Threats Have Been Seen

September 25, 2018 - 11:50am

A security official for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security says no new threats against election security in Wisconsin have been detected to date ahead of the November midterm election.

'It's Hard To Vote Nowadays, Because You Really Can't Depend On Being Represented'

September 25, 2018 - 11:30am

For Gary Zimmerman of Beloit, the most important issue this election is bringing the country back together again.

Group Sues DOJ Over Affordable Care Act Records Denial

September 25, 2018 - 11:25am

According to the lawsuit, the Center for Media and Democracy filed an open records request with the state Department of Justice in August seeking all internal communications, including emails, related to the Affordable Care Act between Jan. 1 and Aug. 3.

'Making a Murderer' Sequel Premieres Oct. 19

September 25, 2018 - 10:55am

A sequel to the popular "Making a Murderer" documentary series is set to premiere Oct. 19 on Netflix.

Evers, Walker Trade Hits On Education, Taxes In New Campaign Ads

September 25, 2018 - 9:30am

Republican Gov. Scott Walker and Democratic challenger Tony Evers are blasting each other in new ads released Tuesday.

Attorney General Challenger Josh Kaul Outraises Schimel In August

September 25, 2018 - 9:25am

New campaign finance reports show Democratic attorney general hopeful Josh Kaul outraised incumbent Republican Brad Schimel in August.

State Investigating Ex-Burnett County DA Over Date Requests

September 25, 2018 - 8:10am

The Wisconsin Department of Justice is investigating a retired county prosecutor over date requests he allegedly made to women who had cases in his county.

Federal Report: Wisconsin's Overall Health Care Quality Remains High Despite Dip In Ranking

September 25, 2018 - 5:45am

The quality of health care in Wisconsin has slipped a few notches, but the state still does well compared to other states when it comes to medical services provided in hospitals, nursing homes and doctor’s offices, according to a federal analysis.

Walker Promises Increased Road Funding For Counties In Next State Budget

September 24, 2018 - 4:40pm

During an address at the Wisconsin Counties Association conference, Gov. Scott Walker said he would increase transportation aid to cover 30 percent of costs faced by counties if re-elected in November.

Report Cites Confusion Over Evacuation Orders During Husky Refinery Fire

September 24, 2018 - 4:30pm

In the digital age, the speed at which information travels can be both a blessing and a curse. A report on the Husky Energy refinery fire found social media caused confusion for emergency crews trying to evacuate people from Superior in April.

Input Sought On Bolstering Wisconsin Election Security

September 24, 2018 - 12:25pm

Public input is being sought on how to spend about half of a nearly $7 million federal grant to bolster election security in Wisconsin.

Immigration Rights Group Says Nearly 30 Detained By ICE

September 24, 2018 - 10:15am

Federal Immigration, Customs and Enforcement (ICE) officers took Wisconsin by surprise this weekend with a series of targeted arrests amounting to nearly 30 people: 11 in Madison and 18 elsewhere across the state, including two in Milwaukee, two in Green Bay, and five in Wausau.

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This Week In Washington - September 26, 2018

Science News: Prehistoric Pollination, What Was Lost In The Brazilian National Museum Fire, And More

The Community's Role In Criminal Justice Policy

Evers Says He'll Prioritize Tax Cut For Wisconsin's Neediest Families

Deputy Mayor: No One Taken Into Custody By ICE On Madison's East Side

Middleton Office Shooter Passed Company's Background Check

Homeland Security: No Wisconsin Election Threats Have Been Seen

'It's Hard To Vote Nowadays, Because You Really Can't Depend On Being Represented'

Group Sues DOJ Over Affordable Care Act Records Denial

'Making a Murderer' Sequel Premieres Oct. 19

Evers, Walker Trade Hits On Education, Taxes In New Campaign Ads

Attorney General Challenger Josh Kaul Outraises Schimel In August

State Investigating Ex-Burnett County DA Over Date Requests

Federal Report: Wisconsin's Overall Health Care Quality Remains High Despite Dip In Ranking

Walker Promises Increased Road Funding For Counties In Next State Budget

Report Cites Confusion Over Evacuation Orders During Husky Refinery Fire

Input Sought On Bolstering Wisconsin Election Security

Immigration Rights Group Says Nearly 30 Detained By ICE

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