Politics

Why Republicans Pass Bills They Know Gov. Evers Will Veto

Why Republicans Pass Bills They Know Gov. Evers Will Veto

Key part of their strategy to win elections in 2026, hold power in Legislature.

The State of Politics: The Battle Over On-Line Betting
The State of Politics

The Battle Over On-Line Betting

Gambling keeps growing in Wisconsin. How did we get here?

Wisconsin Democratic Party Far Ahead of GOP in Federal Fundraising

Wisconsin Democratic Party Far Ahead of GOP in Federal Fundraising

A 4-1 edge over Republicans in October as parties vie for control of Congress.

The Full Cost of New Police Contract

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City will need to absorb large, complicated costs.

As Wisconsin Eyes Mobile Sports Betting, Studies Warn of Financial Fallout

As Wisconsin Eyes Mobile Sports Betting, Studies Warn of Financial Fallout

Mobile sportsbooks make gambling effortless—but new research shows they also impose several hidden costs.

Data Wonk: The Connection Between Life Expectancy, Poverty and Partisanship
Data Wonk

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An ALEC report on rich and poor states doesn't tell the whole story.

Estimating Failure Results in Special Education Aid Falling Short of Touted Record Level
House Unanimously Strips Budget Provision That Would Have Benefitted Sen. Ron Johnson, Others

House Unanimously Strips Budget Provision That Would Have Benefitted Sen. Ron Johnson, Others

The provision would let Johnson and 7 other Senators sue the DOJ for at least $500,000.

Op Ed: Why the Common Council’s Amended Budget is Good Policy for Milwaukee
Op Ed

Why the Common Council’s Amended Budget is Good Policy for Milwaukee

Council's budget amendments are a statement of Milwaukee's values.

Assembly Passes GOP Bill That Encourages School District Mergers

Assembly Passes GOP Bill That Encourages School District Mergers

Other bills focus on school discipline, teacher licensing.

Murphy’s Law: 9 Winning Issues For Democrats
Murphy’s Law

9 Winning Issues For Democrats

Trump and Republicans seek 80/20 issues to run on. Should Wisconsin Democrats do the same?

Lawsuit Contesting Wedding Barn Regulations Tossed

Lawsuit Contesting Wedding Barn Regulations Tossed

Barn owners claimed a new law requiring licenses to serve alcohol unconstitutionally targeted them.