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Police Groups Have Big Capitol Clout
They spent $2.3 million on state lobbying and elections over 10 years, pushing many bills they favor.
Jun 10th, 2020 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Right Wing Group Pushes Prison Reform
State can’t afford new prison, Badger Institute notes, so policymakers should look to reforms used by other states.
Jun 10th, 2020 by Melanie Conklin, Wisconsin Examiner
State Landlord Group Wants Evictions Delayed
Wisconsin Apartment Association pushes tenant repayment plans, working with state rental assistance.
Jun 10th, 2020 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public Radio
Finalist for UW Job Defends Budget Cuts
Dr. Jim Johnsen, picked for UW System president, oversaw elimination of 40 programs at University of Alaska System.
Jun 10th, 2020 by Megan Hart, Wisconsin Public Radio
Milwaukee Zoo Reopening, With Mask Requirement
Reservations required, limited hours, but most attractions open.
Jun 9th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Harambee Area Gets Breonna Taylor Mural
Two artists that worked on the George Floyd mural painted this one on Locust and Holton.
Jun 9th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Wisconsin Reports Record Low COVID-19 Positive Case Rate
But death toll and hospitalizations, lagging indicators, tick upward.
Jun 9th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Evers Pulls National Guard From Milwaukee
The 125 troops serving as a backup force during the protests have been withdrawn.
Jun 9th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Democrats Offer Major Police Reform Plan
Baldwin, Moore, Pocan push bill stressing transparency, accountability, banning chokeholds, racial profiling.
Jun 9th, 2020 by Robin Bravender, Wisconsin Examiner
International Market Coming to South Side
Second location for Monterrey Market Plaza to sell international groceries at 27th and Howard.
Jun 9th, 2020 by Michael Holloway
Jensen Tries to Pre-Rig Redistricting
To maintain gerrymandering, neutralize governor, wants to give state Supreme Court the whip hand.
Jun 9th, 2020 by Matt Rothschild
Tear Gas Is Dangerous, Experts Say
And may increase risk of getting COVID-19. Mayor, others have urged police to stop its use.
Jun 9th, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
