Politics

Lead-Free Homes a Priority for Kowalik

Lead-Free Homes a Priority for Kowalik

But “we don’t have enough contractors,” city’s new health commissioner says.

Data Wonk: Can MPS Be Fixed?
Data Wonk

Can MPS Be Fixed?

The school board seems opposed to any innovations that might fix struggling schools.

Republicans Back Bill on Pre-Existing Conditions

Republicans Back Bill on Pre-Existing Conditions

But Evers warns if protections weaker than Obamacare he will veto the legislation.

Campaign Cash: Tavern League Still Has Clout in Capitol
Campaign Cash

Tavern League Still Has Clout in Capitol

Which is why bill to criminalize drunk driving unlikely to get legislative approval.

Evers, GOP Lawmakers Seek Common Ground

Evers, GOP Lawmakers Seek Common Ground

But Republicans won't budget on accepting expanded federal funds for Medicaid.

Wisconsin Budget: Impact of Drivers Licenses for Immigrants
Wisconsin Budget

Impact of Drivers Licenses for Immigrants

In a tight labor market 22,000 undocumented immigrants who are workers could get a drivers license.

Problems Continue At State Youth Prisons

Problems Continue At State Youth Prisons

Pepper spray and solitary confinement still used, staffing shortage persists, report finds.

Campaign Cash: Power Line Companies Give Big to Legislators
Campaign Cash

Power Line Companies Give Big to Legislators

ATC and Dairyland Power give $338,000 to state politicians, seek controversial transmission line.

The Contrarian: The Incredible Decline of State Roads Funding
The Contrarian

The Incredible Decline of State Roads Funding

Nonpartisan report shows percent of state taxes going to transportation fell 48% since 1970.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Evers Sells Vision to Local Leaders
Eyes on Milwaukee

Evers Sells Vision to Local Leaders

Governor urges business leaders to help two parties find common ground on tough issues.

Op Ed: How Shutdown Is Hurting State
Op Ed

How Shutdown Is Hurting State

Impact on farmers, Native Americans, food processing companies and more.

The State of Politics: State Loses Political Power in Washington
The State of Politics

State Loses Political Power in Washington

Of all states, Wisconsin and Michigan have lost the most clout in D.C., experts say.