Politics
Vos Says Assembly Republicans Support $87 Million UW System Cut
System sought $855 million increase in its budget. Cut could cause campus closures.
Jun 19th, 2025 by Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public RadioCan Democrats Win More Rural Voters?
There's reason to doubt this. Maybe it's a waste of resources.
Jun 18th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
After Being Outsmarted, Council May Accept New Convention Center Deal
But the annual payment to city could be less than the salary for the center's CEO.
Jun 18th, 2025 by Jeramey JanneneHow Brad Shimel Defeated Himself
His embrace of Trump looked like a winning bet. Until it didn't.
Jun 18th, 2025 by Bruce ThompsonJudge Dugan Criminal Trial Delayed
Federal government opposes jury questionnaire that asks political questions.
Jun 18th, 2025 by Graham KilmerBudget Committee Funds Corrections Far Below What Evers Wanted
Democrats say budget won't fix, reform state prison system as needed.
Jun 18th, 2025 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin ExaminerMilwaukee’s Flag Debate Is Back
New task force would host design contest. Could People's Flag prevail?
Jun 18th, 2025 by Jeramey JanneneUS Rep. Van Orden Bashes Walz, Blames Leftists for Minnesota Killings
Experts say lawmakers spreading disinformation harms the nation.
Jun 18th, 2025 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public RadioAlderman Still Opposes Land Sale For Potential World-Tallest Timber Tower
Company won RFP contest, wants to build 55-story building. Bauman not sold.
Jun 17th, 2025 by Jeramey JanneneLet’s Not See County Parks as Development Opportunities
County exec's plan to add senior housing to McGovern Park is a bad idea.
Jun 17th, 2025 by Eddee DanielCommittee Waters Down Proposed ‘Granny Flat’ Plan
Result: The sponsors of proposal have now become the opponents.
Jun 17th, 2025 by Jeramey JanneneMinnesota Shooter’s Hit List Included Sen. Baldwin, Reps Moore and Pocan
Wisconsin's state Capitol upgrades security, other lawmakers listed as targets.
Jun 17th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy