Politics
State Elections Commission Blasts Non-Partisan Election Review
Commission chair says report is "gross incompetence" or a intentional "sabotage."
Dec 2nd, 2021 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public RadioLoudenbeck Will Run for Secretary of State
Wants state office to take control of Wisconsin elections.
Dec 1st, 2021 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public RadioGableman Reveals Staff in Election Probe
Nine staff earning up to $10,000 month in Republican-backed investigation.
Dec 1st, 2021 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public RadioThe American Right’s Scary Views
The future of conservative thought after Trump looks dark.
Dec 1st, 2021 by Bruce Thompson$200 Million From ARPA Sent to Local Governments in State
Funding program helps support public health, recover from pandemic, recoup lost revenue.
Dec 1st, 2021 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin ExaminerCounty Pension Plan’s Costs Still Rising
Annual costs rose by 163%, may not be paid off until 2040s. First story in a series.
Dec 1st, 2021 by Bruce MurphyState Supreme Court Rules For ‘Least Changes’ to Redistricting
A win for Republicans. Dissent charges court fails to prevent gerrymandering.
Nov 30th, 2021 by Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public RadioBarrett Pushed To Veto New Council Map
Voces de la Frontera calls for creation of third majority-Hispanic district.
Nov 30th, 2021 by Jeramey JanneneSenate Advances Bill Banning Critical Race Theory
Committee advances bill that financially penalizes schools who disobey law.
Nov 30th, 2021 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin ExaminerGetting Health Insurance Has Never Been Easier
Evers has made it easier to get ACA coverage. Enrollment period through January 15.
Nov 29th, 2021 by State Sen. Jeff SmithMost Will Get Lower Property Tax Bill
Average homeowner in state will see 3% reduction.
Nov 29th, 2021 by Steven WaltersMember Of Committee Guiding Wolf Hunts Cited for Illegal Trapping
Patrick Quaintance, former DNR staffer, has advocated controversial hunting practices.
Nov 29th, 2021 by Henry Redman