Politics
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 Jannene
How Brad Shimel Defeated Himself
His embrace of Trump looked like a winning bet. Until it didn't.
Jun 18th, 2025 by Bruce Thompson
Judge Dugan Criminal Trial Delayed
Federal government opposes jury questionnaire that asks political questions.
Jun 18th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Budget 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 Examiner
Milwaukee’s Flag Debate Is Back
New task force would host design contest. Could People's Flag prevail?
Jun 18th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
US 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 Radio
Alderman 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 Jannene
Let’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 Daniel
Committee Waters Down Proposed ‘Granny Flat’ Plan
Result: The sponsors of proposal have now become the opponents.
Jun 17th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Minnesota 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
Milwaukee Teacher’s Aide Yessenia Ruano Self-Deports to El Salvador
ICE reportedly denied her request to remain in US while visa application pending.
Jun 17th, 2025 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
Wisconsin Supreme Court Agrees With AG on Power to Settle Some Lawsuits
7-0 decision limits legislative power and lame-duck law passed by Republicans.
Jun 17th, 2025 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
