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Attendees applaud as Brad Schimel announces his run for Wisconsin State Supreme Court on Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023, in Waukesha, Wis.

Attendees applaud as Brad Schimel announces his run for Wisconsin State Supreme Court on Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023, in Waukesha, Wis. Angela Major/WPR hide caption

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State Supreme Court races can be costly, competitive and combative. Why?

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Wisconsin is on track to break spending records once again in a high court contest that's at times turned heated. But these races weren't always like this.

State Supreme Court races can be costly, competitive and combative. Why?

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Justice Department Backs Challenge To Illinois Stay-At-Home Order

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker was ordered to respond to the suit filed by Republican state Rep. Darren Bailey by Thursday. Instead, he moved the case to federal district court. Justin L. Fowler/AP hide caption

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Justice Department Backs Challenge To Illinois Stay-At-Home Order

The government says the order significantly impairs the ability of residents to maintain their economic livelihoods. And, it claims Gov. J.B. Pritzker is bound by state limits on emergency measures.

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