Wisconsin Policy Forum

Wisconsin Prisons Have Nation’s Second Highest Black-White Disparity

New report shows how every state ranks.

Report ‘Cross-Examines’ Wisconsin Criminal Justice System

Spending less than most states on its judicial and legal systems, but more on prisons.

Evers Vetoes GOP Bill Ending Tax on Overtime and Tips

Also vetos bill requiring counties to cooperate with ICE, and killing 400-year veto.

Smiter Challenges Sup. Martin in District 7

Four-term incumbent faces challenge by second-time political candidate. And the issues?

The Amazingly High Cost of Housing

Why the American Dream is becoming impossible in Wisconsin.

Immigration Plummets, Slows Wisconsin Population Growth

Down by 63% in state in 2025 and by 65% in Milwaukee County.

A Look at Property Assessment in Milwaukee County

Current approach has cost upsides, but may affect assessment accuracy, uniformity

What Federal Housing Policy Means for Milwaukee County

Local agencies combat homelessness, housing affordability concerns, relying heavily on federal funds

Betty Brinn Children’s Museum Announces Plans for Growth, New Location to be Determined in 2026

Museum Explores New Locations as Part of Master Plan

Gov. Evers Highlights Administrations Efforts to Do What’s Best for Kids in 2025 the Year of the Kid

Gov. Evers Highlights 2025 Accomplishments

Milwaukee County Releases Report on the Future Needs of Senior Center Facilities