Politics
Bill Holds Back Students Who Miss More Than 30 Days of School
Policy from Speaker Vos's Task Force on Truancy would affect public and private schools.
Jan 31st, 2024 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public RadioGOP Congressmen Call For Protasiewicz Recusal on New Maps Case
Court faces new lawsuit charging congressional district maps are gerrymandered.
Jan 31st, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public RadioA Battle Over Sheriff’s Bodycam Policy
Two supervisors push for faster public release of video evidence, but committee says no.
Jan 31st, 2024 by Graham KilmerEvers Vetoes New District Maps Passed By Legislature
Blasts maps as 'rushed...gerrymandering.' State Supreme Court poised to remap state.
Jan 30th, 2024 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public RadioBill Seeks ‘Truth in Maple Syrup’
Restaurants would be prevented from labeling sweet imposters as maple syrup.
Jan 30th, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public RadioEvers Task Force to Spotlight Health Care Worker Shortage
Everyone in state should have good quality care, 'no matter their zip code.'
Jan 30th, 2024 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin ExaminerDemocrats Crushing GOP in Fundraising
A 4-1 edge for state Democratic party last year, the biggest ever. And they have Scott Walker and Republicans to thank.
Jan 29th, 2024 by Bruce MurphyTreasury Secretary Sells Bidenomics in Milwaukee
Janet Yellen highlights grant for local agency, touts Biden's impact on jobs, economy.
Jan 29th, 2024 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin ExaminerEvers Silent on New GOP Tax Plan
Latest Republican plan tailored to meet governor's past comments. How will he respond?
Jan 29th, 2024 by Steven WaltersLegislators Push Judicial Security Bills
142 threats against Wisconsin judges in past year, with 44 threats of death or physical harm.
Jan 28th, 2024 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public RadioState Budget Surplus Shrinking But Still Huge
Latest projection says surplus will be $3.25 billion at end of current, two-year budget cycle.
Jan 28th, 2024 by Robert D'Andrea, Wisconsin Public RadioNotables Attend City Birthday Party
The city's 178th birthday party offered fun, food and political chatter.
Jan 27th, 2024 by Michael Horne