Jail Policies Prevent Thousands From Voting
ACLU report finds just 50 of 13,000 inmates in state voted, though most are eligible.
Oct 20th, 2022
Wisconsin Nursing Schools Can’t Graduate Enough Students
But issues are related to lack of teachers and space, not applicants.
Oct 17th, 2022
Wisconsin Air Quality Doesn’t Meet National Standard
Issue is most significant in Milwaukee and other lakefront communities.
Oct 13th, 2022
First Lady Visits Milwaukee, Meets With MPS Families and Union
First Lady Jill Biden, a former teacher, talks to parents, students and teachers about challenges.
Oct 13th, 2022
All Indicators Show High-Demand For Wisconsin Workers
There are 112,000 more jobs than there are people to fill them says state's chief economist.
Oct 8th, 2022
Milwaukee Police Join Program To Protect LGBTQ+ Community From Hate Crimes
National effort includes businesses and organizations opting in as safe spaces for victims of human trafficking, other crimes.
Oct 6th, 2022
Minority Women Disproportionately Harmed by Surge in Domestic Violence Murders
Approximately half of 80 victims were people of color, despite Wisconsin being 87% white.
Oct 4th, 2022
State Superintendent Says Public Education Needs More Funding
Superintendent Jill Underly discussed challenges including mental health and racial disparities.
Sep 23rd, 2022
Northwestern Mutual Gets ‘F’ In Democracy
Report finds company donates to politicians who opposed voting rights law and certifying 2020 election.
Sep 15th, 2022
Evers Unveils $2 Billion Schools Plan
Added K-12 funding for school meals, mental health programs and per pupil spending.
Sep 6th, 2022
Two State Lawyers Under Fire for Trying to Overturn 2020 Election
Ethics complaints filed against Michael D. Dean of Brookfield, Daniel J. Eastman of Mequon.
Sep 3rd, 2022
US Court Blocks Ruling Preventing Help for Disabled Voters
Court says requiring disabled voters to cast ballots themselves violates Voting Rights Act.
Aug 31st, 2022
Johnson Attacks Barnes For Security Costs
Costs for Lt. Governor's security rose, but decisions for this made by state protection officers.
Aug 31st, 2022
State’s Sheriffs Helping ICE Deport People
These practices surged under Trump administration, new report by ACLU finds.
Aug 30th, 2022
Study Finds Racial Gap in Advance Placement Tests
Nearly half of Black and Hispanic students in state don’t take final exam after AP course.
Aug 25th, 2022
Wisconsin Isn’t Ready For Extreme Heat
Climate change study projects rising temperatures that cities and towns in state aren’t built to withstand.
Aug 17th, 2022
Legislature Taking Up Sexual Misconduct in National Guard
New committee will propose policies for handling sexual misconduct cases.
Aug 11th, 2022
Fiserv Forum Hosting Chicago Blackhawks
Arena hosting match this October between Blackhawks and the Minnesota Wild.
Aug 4th, 2022
Schools Haven’t Recovered From Pandemic
Study finds enrollment in state’s schools still well below pre-pandemic levels.
Aug 3rd, 2022
State Treasurer Candidates Want Job With Few Duties
6 candidates running for office nearly eliminated by ballot measure in 2018.
Aug 2nd, 2022
8 Republicans, 2 Democrats Running for Lt. Governor
Crowded Republican primary includes two state senators. Democrats include non-profit leader and a state representative.
Jul 29th, 2022
MPS Proposal Would Grow Green Energy and Jobs for Students
Goal to cut greenhouse gas emissions 45% by 2030 part of state K-12 trend.
Jul 27th, 2022
Nursing Homes Struggle to Find Staff
New report finds state’s economy grew swiftly since pandemic, with some sectors trailing.
Jul 20th, 2022
Helping Milwaukee Students Imagine Successful Futures
Special summer program exposes mostly low-income students to new opportunities.
Jul 18th, 2022
State PSC Program Makes Homes More Green
$500,000 to reduce carbon emissions, cut utility costs for 50 low-income metro homeowners.
Jul 13th, 2022
Wisconsin Gas Prices Dropping
Analysts expect further price declines, but limited supply leaves future unclear.
Jul 8th, 2022
