FeaturedFebruary 8 2026

Milwaukee TV station to air debates

Milwaukee TV station WISN-TV is hosting three debates ahead of the April 7 Spring Election Day. The debates will feature the candidates for Milwaukee County Executive, Milwaukee Mayor and the Wisconsin Supreme Court. Marquette University Law School is partnering with WISN 12 to host the debates for Milwaukee Mayor and... - MORE -

SPJ Madison to host panel discussion about open records

The Society of Professional Journalists Madison Pro chapter will host a discussion with open records experts on how to navigate the open records process from who to talk to, what to ask for and what to expect. The event will provide insight into how all people — journalists and community... - MORE -

Engebretson leaves WGBA-TV after 20 years

Stacy Engebretson
Stacy Engebretson is leaving NBC26 (WGBA-TV) after 20 years at the station. Engebretson is a two-time Emmy award-winning journalist who most recently anchored NBC 26 Live at 5:00 and previously anchored NBC 26 at 6:00 and 10:00. She also served as NBC 26’s Assistant News Director. Engebretson previously worked as... - MORE -

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    Thumbnail Sketch of Wisconsin’s Open Meetings Law

    A wallet-sized PDF summary of the Wisconsin Open Meetings and Open Records Laws has been developed by the Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council.  You will find this handy reference, which provides a quick layperson’s explanation of Wisconsin’s Open Meetings and Open Records Laws, under the “resources” section of the... - MORE -