Politics
City Budget Boosts Police, Fire and Violence Prevention, But At A Price
Mayor's budget proposal relies on heavy reserve withdrawals, big parking cost increases and small tax and fee increases.
Sep 22nd, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Four Health Care Questions For Wisconsin Political Candidates
Plus: A bonus question for those running for Congress.
Sep 21st, 2026 by Steven Walters
Mayor Cavalier Johnson Still Wants His Meeting With VP About Elections
He's headed to DC Wednesday, poised to take the VP up on his prior offer.
Sep 21st, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
After Wisconsin Lawsuit, USDA Tightens Rules On Dairy Marketing Funds
New directive blocks checkoff dollars from backing net-zero and climate neutrality efforts.
Sep 21st, 2026 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public Radio
Mayor Picks AI-Focused Educator To Lead Milwaukee Public Library
Jean Darnell, a former school librarian and AI policy consultant, picked to lead $33 million department.
Sep 21st, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Tiffany Vows More State Audits In Bid For Governor
Republican candidate touts Taxpayer Accountability Plan and more auditors for state government.
Sep 21st, 2026 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
No Need To Pretend; Trump Is On The Ballot
One candidate embodies his policies, another his personality.
Sep 20th, 2026 by Bill Christofferson
Trump ICE Plan Would Sweep Up Wisconsin Voter Data
Homeland Security eyes full voter rolls as legal experts warn of privacy law violations.
Sep 20th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
How Successful Has The Trump Economy Been in Creating Jobs?
Graphs of jobs, labor force and manufacturing tell a different story than the campaign speeches do.
Sep 19th, 2026 by Bruce Thompson
China Becomes Flashpoint In High-Stakes 17th Senate District Race
Jacobson ad attacking Marklein’s investments triggers GOP backlash and questions about campaign tactics.
Sep 18th, 2026 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
DPI Seeks $28 Million For Deafblind Students, Libraries And Cybersecurity
Jill Underly’s 2027-29 budget request boosts services for deafblind children and public libraries statewide.
Sep 17th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
High Court Hears Claims Wisconsin Maps Rig Districts And Stifle Competition
Arguments target alleged partisan gerrymander and incumbent protection.
Sep 17th, 2026 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
