Politics
Council Jumps Off Trampoline Debate
A $500 fine for improper usage? 'This is a trampoline. It's not a fire.'
Jun 24th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin Elections Commission Issues Election Observer Rules
Two years in the making after consultations with local clerks, many others.
Jun 24th, 2025 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
Wisconsin’s Congressional Members Divided on Iran Bombing
Republicans back Trump's attack, Democrats say approval from Congress needed.
Jun 23rd, 2025 by Nick Rommel, Wisconsin Public Radio
How Can Milwaukee Solve Its $820 Million Road Funding Backlog?
More than a quarter of city's streets are in 'poor' condition. The solution?
Jun 23rd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Giving Cash With No Strings Attached To New Moms Is Delivering Big Results
Cash transfer program shows positive outcomes for 122 Milwaukee moms.
Jun 23rd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Republican Bill Changes How Wisconsin Pays for Voucher Schools
Backers say 'decoupling' will save taxpayers money, report disputes this.
Jun 23rd, 2025 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Legislature Passes Advanced Nursing Bill Evers Expected to Sign
Bipartisan bill allows nurses with advanced training to practice independently.
Jun 23rd, 2025 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
WI Legislator Calls for Task Force on Missing and Murdered Black Women
Statistics alarming. Rep Stubbs re-introduces bill following killing of Sade Robinson.
Jun 23rd, 2025 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
Supreme Court Justices Call for More Security
GOP legislators reject $2.2 million proposal. But that was before Minnesota killings.
Jun 23rd, 2025 by Steven Walters
Bipartisan Bill Expands Alternatives to Prison for People with Mental Illness
'It works because you don’t see repeat involvement in the criminal justice system.'
Jun 22nd, 2025 by Devin Blake
Haitian Immigrants in Wisconsin Lose Legal Status, Pushed to Self-Deport
'What people have to understand... the immigrants …came here legally.'
Jun 22nd, 2025 by Mackenzie Krumme, Wisconsin Public Radio
Republican Budget Bill Would Eliminate Energy Efficiency Tax Credits
Considering solar panels or a heat pump? Don't wait.
Jun 20th, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
