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Senate Passes $2 Trillion Stimulus
Spending package provides aid to people, businesses, health care systems and states during COVID-19 pandemic.
Mar 26th, 2020 by Robin Bravender, Wisconsin ExaminerMilwaukee Metro Area Ranks 6th Nationally for COVID-19 Case Rate
Four-county area has more cases per 100,000 residents than Chicago and San Francisco.
Mar 26th, 2020 by Jeramey JanneneGOP Holds Off Debate on Evers’ Emergency Powers
Despite adversarial relationship, GOP leaders say now isn't an appropriate time.
Mar 26th, 2020 by Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public RadioMixed Results on ACLU Settlement Compliance
Settlement monitor praises commitment by FPC and MPD to getting into compliance.
Mar 26th, 2020 by Jeramey JanneneLocal Companies Working to Supply Healthcare Workers
Businesses are reacting to the unprecedented moment, to make sure healthcare workers have what they need.
Mar 26th, 2020 by Corrinne Hess and Alana Watson, Wisconsin Public RadioDavid Bowen, Gwen Moore Talk COVID-19 From Quarantine
Two black political leaders share their story and why social distancing is key.
Mar 26th, 2020 by Graham KilmerCity To Do Video Inspections of Projects
With drop-off location for plans. Goal to protect workers yet keep construction going.
Mar 25th, 2020 by Jeramey JanneneState Cites Companies For Price Gouging
Sends cease-and-desist letters to 16 companies accused of price-gouging during pandemic.
Mar 25th, 2020 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin ExaminerTrump Can’t Lift Pandemic Restrictions
In a state of emergency local health officials have broad authority to maintain restrictions.
Mar 25th, 2020 by Graham KilmerWhat Will Green New Deal Cost?
And why is the research on this so sloppy?
Mar 25th, 2020 by Bruce ThompsonWill Legislature Delay Election?
Life-and-death issue poses the most danger for Milwaukee. Only the Legislature can act.
Mar 25th, 2020 by Bruce MurphyState Has Biggest One-Day Jump in COVID-19 Cases
585 cases Wednesday, up from 457 Tuesday, and 7 deaths, as disease spreads.
Mar 25th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene