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GOP Lame-Duck Law Blocks COVID-19 Aid
State GOP was warned of unintended consequences to their law in 2018.
Apr 2nd, 2020 by Melanie Conklin, Wisconsin ExaminerConvention Center, State Fair Park Could Become 1,200 Bed Facilities
"Alternative care sites" could be operated by federal government.
Apr 2nd, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene1,730 COVID-19 Cases in Wisconsin, 869 in Milwaukee County
Milwaukee County reports 20 deaths from disease, 17 were African Americans.
Apr 2nd, 2020 by Jeramey JanneneUnemployment Claims Set New Record, Again
6.6 million people file for unemployment, breaking record set just last week.
Apr 2nd, 2020 by Graham KilmerDNC Postponed To Mid-August
"I consider this extremely good news," says Mayor. Democratic Party remains committed to Milwaukee.
Apr 2nd, 2020 by Jeramey JanneneConvention Center District Authorizes $420 Million Expansion, Raises Hotel Tax
District still aiming for 2023 opening even though bonds can't be sold.
Apr 2nd, 2020 by Jeramey JanneneWisconsin’s Incarcerated are in Danger
Activists urge action to protect incarcerated individuals during this pandemic.
Apr 2nd, 2020 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin ExaminerResources for Senior Citizens During the Pandemic
Senior grocery shopping hours, food services and caregiver support.
Apr 2nd, 2020 by Bridget Fogarty, Milwaukee Neighborhood News ServiceDan Kelly’s Ideology Is 100% Relevant
He was appointed to maintain Republican power and will overrule legal precedents to accomplish this.
Apr 2nd, 2020 by Lester PinesOverwhelming Majority Support School, Business Closures
86 percent of Wisconsin voters support the shutdown order to fight the COVID-19 pandemic.
Apr 2nd, 2020 by Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public RadioVote Absentee, Local Officials Plead
Barrett, Abele warn that crowds at polling centers represent a threat to public health.
Apr 1st, 2020 by Graham KilmerDNC “Should Not Be Our Priority,” Barrett Says
Mayor says he's focused on pandemic and city has halted work on Democratic Convention.
Apr 1st, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene