Politics
Gov. Tony Evers Vetoes Uber Drivers, Parole Violation Bills
Governor vetoed 5 bills Friday afternoon and signed 17 others, including several related to health care and policing.
Aug 9th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Can County Afford A New $17 Million Zoo Entrance?
County faces extremely tight budget in 2026, zoo project a big ticket item.
Aug 9th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Mayor Touts Changes To Address Water Street Violence
Mobile booking facility, drones and more.
Aug 8th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Evers Balks At Trump Admin’s Plan To Cancel $62 Million Grant For Homeowners
Solar for All program would support installation of solar energy systems in Wisconsin.
Aug 8th, 2025 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
Even With Evers Out, Gubernatorial Field Remains Small
Strategists say any would-be candidates must weigh the potential benefits of announcing early against the demands of a lengthy campaign.
Aug 8th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Trump’s Plan To Change Census Could Reduce Wisconsin Funding
UW-Madison expert says president’s proposal appears at odds with Constitution.
Aug 8th, 2025 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Port Washington Data Center Would Include $175 Million In Public Infrastructure Costs
Developer would front cash and be repaid from property tax revenue data center generates.
Aug 8th, 2025 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
Republican and Democratic Retirees Jointly Promoting ‘Fusion Voting’
Proposal would allow 'third parties' to back major candidates, have more influence.
Aug 7th, 2025 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
Airport, County Sue Federal Government Over Grant Terms
Trump Administration trying to force political agenda on local governments through grant programs.
Aug 7th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Liberal Law Firms Invoke GOP Process In Push For New Congressional Maps
Law firms want Republican procedure used to attempt to strike down Wisconsin Congressional maps.
Aug 7th, 2025 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Baldwin Blasts Trump’s ‘Chaotic’ Tariffs in Milwaukee
Meets with area business owners who say uncertainty hurts businesses, families.
Aug 6th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Tom Tiffany Holds Telephone Town Hall
Congressman embraces coal and oil power at upbeat, no-crowds-allowed event.
Aug 6th, 2025 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
