Politics
Wisconsin Schools Losing $8 Million in Federal Mental Health Grants
Trump administration killing $1 billion program, claiming civil rights violations.
May 4th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
AmeriCorps Cuts Hit Programs in Milwaukee and State
Medical clinics, homeless shelters, conservation and legal programs harmed.
May 3rd, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Fishing Group Backs Governor’s Proposed Fee Increases, But GOP Lawmakers Aren’t Sure
Gov. Tony Evers has proposed increasing long-stagnant license fees to cover $17 million shortfall.
May 3rd, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Trump’s Border Czar Warns Gov. Evers He Could Be Arrested
Evers responds. Says he did not break law in issuing memo.
May 2nd, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Wisconsin’s First Legislative Asian Caucus Formed
Three-member coalition marks milestone for Legislature, Asian-Pacific Islander representation.
May 2nd, 2025 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
Milwaukee Health Department Loses Millions To Federal Funding Freezes
Everything from HVAC upgrades at homeless shelters to wastewater disease monitoring impacted.
May 2nd, 2025 by Nick Rommel, Wisconsin Public Radio
Through The Rain, Thousands March For Immigrant Rights
Annual May Day march draws increased attention, attendance due to Trump administration actions.
May 1st, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Action! Bipartisan Proposal Calls For 30% Film Tax Credit
Wisconsin is 1 of 13 states without tax incentives for film or TV productions.
May 1st, 2025 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
Franklin Mayor Faces Growing List of Sexual Harassment Allegations, Workplace Investigations
Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office records from more than a decade ago echo allegations from recent Waterford investigation.
May 1st, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Washington County Executive Files To Run For Governor
Republican Josh Schoemann is first candidate to enter race from either major party.
May 1st, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Republican Bills Aim To Give Wisconsin A ‘Regulatory Reset’
The recently unveiled package targets rules put out by Wisconsin's executive branch.
May 1st, 2025 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
Duffy Threatens Local Transportation Agencies Over DEI, Immigration
U.S. Transportation secretary warns: obey or lose federal funds.
Apr 30th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
