Politics
National ‘Scam PACs’ Have State Roots
The operatives running them have connections to Scott Walker, Eric O’Keefe, and conservative groups.
May 23rd, 2023 by Bruce Murphy
State High Court Will Decide; Must Faith Groups Offer Unemployment Insurance?
Catholic Charities wants exemption from paying into state unemployment program.
May 23rd, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
The Ins and Outs of Milwaukee’s Financial Future
Republican legislators can't agree on how many strings to attach to funding proposal.
May 22nd, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
How Will AI Affect Next Election?
Artificial Intelligence could have a huge impact, ramping up disinformation in swing states like Wisconsin.
May 22nd, 2023 by Steven Walters
Republican Legislators At Odds Over Milwaukee Sales Tax
Assembly wants referendum, Senate may remove requirement to reduce uncertainty.
May 19th, 2023 by Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio
Republicans Vote to Create $125 Million Fund To Address PFAS
Specifics on how the money would be spent to clean up contamination remain to be worked out.
May 19th, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
$200 Million Kia-Hyundai Settlement Would Pay Vehicle Owners, City’s Lawsuit Ongoing
Theft epidemic caused by company's negligence, plaintiffs argued.
May 19th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Ted Kellner Named New CEO of Republican National Convention
Steve King steps down to spend more time with family.
May 18th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
State Funding Could Have Huge Impact on Families, Economy
Child care program could build the workforce behind our workforce.
May 18th, 2023 by Vincent Lyles and Ellen M. Gilligan
Climate Survey Finds Residents Concerned, Lack of Confidence in Government
Residents want government to protect vulnerable neighbors, invest in green infrastructure and public transportation.
May 18th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Wisconsin Supreme Court Rules It’s Too Late To Sue Over Sexual Assault
Civil lawsuit over decades old case rejected, but basketball coach is in prison on criminal conviction.
May 18th, 2023 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Assembly Republicans Settle on Plan To Fund Cities
But deal leaves many questions for Milwaukee. Senate still needs to pass bill. Gov. Evers could veto.
May 17th, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
