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Great Lakes Compact made into law with Bush’s signature
The Great Lakes Compact, an agreement between the Great Lakes states to regulate the use of the lakes’ water, was signed Friday by President George Bush, the final step in a 10-year debate over the bill.

Bush signs Great Lakes Compact
President Bush signed the Great Lakes Compact into law Friday, granting the states surrounding the great lakes the authority to regulate the use of its water.

Two more parties allowed to join Attorney General lawsuit
Two more groups were allowed to become parties to Attorney General J.B. Van Hollen’s lawsuit against the Government Accountability Board, bringing to the total number of parties involved to nine.

VP candidates defend running mates’ policies
Vice presidential candidates Joe Biden and Sarah Palin participated in the first and only vice presidential debate Thursday night.

Bank bailout plan rejected in House of Reps.
The federal government’s attempt to fix the current financial crisis hit a roadblock Monday when the House of Representatives rejected the bailout plan. One of history’s most substantial drops in the stock market followed.

Van Hollen allowed to continue GAB suit
A Dane County judge ruled Wednesday Attorney General J.B. Van Hollen can remain on the case against the Government Accountability Board, and granted all motions to intervene in the lawsuit.

Doyle speaks at Stem Cell Summit
Gov. Jim Doyle spoke at the World Stem Cell Summit Monday to talk about Wisconsin’s leading role in scientific research and the stem cell industry.

World Stem Cell Summit kicks off in Madison
The city of Madison, a crucial area for stem cell research, plays host to the 2008 World Stem Cell Summit Monday and Tuesday.

Big Ten Battleground Poll reveals narrowing election in Midwest
The Big Ten Battleground Poll, a survey of the states with Big Ten schools, examined voters’ attitudes toward the presidential candidates and revealed how much the presidential race has narrowed since summer.

Wis. Dems motion to intervene in GAB suit
In response to Attorney General J.B. Van Hollen’s lawsuit over voter registration check-ups, the Democratic Party of Wisconsin motioned Tuesday to be included in the lawsuit so they could protect the right to vote.

Voters confused by McCain campaign mail
The McCain Campaign sent materials to Wisconsin residents with incorrect addresses for absentee votes, which could cause trouble for voters who mail ballots to the wrong locations.

WISPIRG helps pass law to curb high textbook costs
A bill passed by Congress may help reduce the cost of textbooks for college students. WISPIRG has played a role in pushing for this legislation.

Campaigning rules outlined for UW groups and employees
To inform university employees and students groups about the rules regarding the use of university resources for campaign efforts, UW System officials issued a set of guidelines for political involvement.

Van Hollen files suit over voter registration
In a dispute over the validity of voter registrations, Wisconsin Attorney General J.B. Van Hollen sued the Government Accountability Board. Van Hollen said the board is not properly checking voter information.

Low Wisconsin primary turnout expected
Tuesday’s Wisconsin primary, a very low profile election, is expected to draw few voters. Control of both the state Assembly and state Senate is up for grabs in the general election this November.

Teaching Assistants gather to promote election involvement
UW-Madison's Teaching Assistants' Association came together Friday to welcome back members and encourage them to take part in the upcoming elections.

Nader makes case for third party candidates
Ralph Nader, who is running for president as an Independent, spoke in Madison Friday night to encourage voters to support third parties and demand more from the government.

McCain’s speech shows desire to continue service
John McCain spoke at the Republican National Convention Thursday and said he has the experience to make a good president and has committed his life to serving his country.

Research institute opens in Madison
The first tower of the Wisconsin Institutes for Medical Research opened Thursday. The new structure will give researchers the chance to work in a state-of-the-art environment.

Palin responds to critics, accepts nomination
Before her speech, Republican National Convention delegates praised Republican presidential nominee John McCain’s selection of Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin as his running mate.

Obama: Hurricane brings out nation’s ‘spirit of unity’
Obama made a Labor Day speech Monday about working Americans and unions, as well as the importance of helping those on the Gulf Coast feeling the effects of Hurricane Gustav.

Biden: Veteran know-how
Democratic Vice Presidential Candidate Joe Biden stressed the need for change, and detailed how the newly formed Democratic ticket would accomplish its goals.

Obama: Making History
Democratic Presidential Candidate Barack Obama's nomination acceptance speech fell on the 45th anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr.'s “I Have a Dream” speech.

Special roles for Wis. female lawmakers
Wisconsin's Lt. Governor Barbara Lawton, U.S. Reps. Gwen Moore and Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis., and state Sen. Lena Taylor, D-Milwaukee describe the unity of the party behind Democratic Presidential Candidate Barack Obama.

Aftermath of summer floods felt in Wisconsin communities
Over two months after record flooding put much of the Midwest under water, affected areas of southern Wisconsin still have not completely recovered.

Republican National Convention Coverage from St. Paul
Check out our coverage of this year's convention from bordering Minnesota, and follow the day-to-day changes as Hurricane Gustav hits the Gulf Coast. Also view posts from last week's DNC.

Wisconsin offers major opportunities for political jobs
Because Wisconsin usually has close state and presidential elections, young people have a great opportunity to find work and gain experience in the political field heading into the fall.

Union Council approves new Union South design direction
Few recommendations were made to the architects of the new south campus union.

McCain pushes tax cuts for economy
U.S. Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz., promoted his plans to cut taxes in front of business leaders in Milwaukee Wednesday, to address growing national financial uncertainty.

Diversity problems persist in UW System
Diversity remains a top concern for UW System officials, according to a Friday report, with non-white students needing better access to pre-college programs.

UW students audition for ‘Jeopardy!’
Students auditioned for the chance to appear on "Jeopardy!" for the college championships at the Kohl Center April 11 and 12.

Chief Justice Abrahamson says she will run for re-election
Abrahamson annoucned Wednesday she will run for re-election unless reforms are made. Special interests will likely play role in this election.

Top Republican says budget solution near
State Assembly Speaker Mike Huebsch, R-West Salem, announced Thursday an agreement can be reached in the next few days on the $527 million budget shortfall.

State prison funding skyrockets
Funding for Wisconsin prisons went up by 251 percent over 20 years, with some political observers saying new correctional policies are needed.

Great Lakes bill passes in Senate 26-6
The Wisconsin state Senate passed the Great Lakes Compact Thursday, though Assembly leaders wish to amend the bill before voting on it.

Campaign finance reform bills pass in Senate committee
A group of campaign finance reform bills pass out of a state Senate committee Thursday but may face opposition in the Republican-controlled Assembly.

Doyle admits response to Feb. 6 snowstorm mediocre
State officials mishandled the response to a recent snowstorm, according to Gov. Jim Doyle, with a Thursday report showing how the situation was worse because of bureaucratic inaction.

Gov. Huckabee still confident, determined to remain in race
Republican Presidential candidate former Gov. Mike Huckabee said he would stay in the race for the nomination Thursday in Madison, drawing support from conservative voters.

Court stops several towns from entering partner benefits case
A case involving domestic partner benefits moved forward in the Supreme Court Thursday, though the underlying issue has not yet been ruled on.

Bill aims to ban partial-birth abortions
A controversial bill banning partial birth abortions was debated in the state Assembly Thursday in committee.

Assisted suicide bill lacks strong support
The controversial subject of physician-assisted suicide was introduced in a recent bill, facing opposition from several influential lobbyist groups.

97 blacks jailed for every white offender in Dane, report says
A new report says Dane County imprisons 97 black drug offenders for every white offender. Critics say the report does not consider criminal history enough in its findings

Two legislators demand more answers from Wiley over BTN
Two state legislators said they are still unsatisfied with answers provided to them from UW-Madison about the contract with the Big Ten Network, in a recent letter delivered to Chancellor John Wiley. UW Officials say the contract is beneficial overall.

Governors agree to combat climate change
Governors from across the Midwest signed an agreement to fight climate change Thursday, though some advocates say the agreement does not go far enough.

Lawmaker to get new trial in corruption case
A former Republican leader in the state Assembly had his conviction overturned Thursday, having been convicted in one of the largest political scandals in recent Wisconsin politics.

Doyle announces $40 million donation for Wis. Covenant
The Wisconsin Covenant Program received a $40 million endowment Thursday, along with the creation of a foundation dedicated to helping the program grow and continued skepticism from some legislators.

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