Wisconsin Policy Forum

WI Democrats Float $1.3 Billion Plan for Schools Amid Tax Cut Talks

Proposal hikes funding for special education and general school aid.

70 School Districts Have Referendums on April Ballots

Three districts in Wisconsin talk about why they need financial help.

68 of 72 Wisconsin Counties Face Decline in Public School Students

Decades-long trend has districts across state considering closing, merging schools.

Hmong American Peace Academy Awarded for Academic Growth

One of only two schools in Wisconsin to win national award. How did it succeed?

Milwaukee The Regional Leader In Large Project Permitting

But projects requiring a zoning change can still take more than a year.

Wisconsin Could Expand School Cell Phone Ban

GOP wants to toughen law passed in October with 'bell-to-bell' ban on phones.

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

Wisconsin DSPS Recognized for Innovation

Agency's digital license offering earns prestigious award