Politics
Former Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice David Prosser Dies
Prosser served nearly 2 decades on high court after 18 years as a legislator.
Dec 2nd, 2024 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public RadioDane County Judge Overrules 60 Sections of Act 10
Decision largely invalidates 2011 Walker-era law decimating public unions.
Dec 2nd, 2024 by Bruce MurphyState Taking Over County Pension System
After 87 years, all new county employees will become part of state system.
Dec 2nd, 2024 by Bruce MurphyWill Legislature Change Election Laws?
Republicans may back earlier recount of absentee ballots -- along with other changes.
Dec 2nd, 2024 by Steven WaltersHow Legal Loophole Allows Massive Campaign Donations
Wisconsin ended $10,000 cap, allowing individual donors to give millions.
Dec 1st, 2024 by Peter Cameron, The Badger ProjectWisconsin’s Ben Wikler Enters Race for DNC Chair
State chairman has helped Democrats win 7 of 10 statewide races.
Dec 1st, 2024 by Deneen Smith, Wisconsin Public RadioTime For Legislators to Work Together
For years Republican legislators froze out Democrats. Fair maps should change that.
Nov 30th, 2024 by State Sen. Jeff SmithCounty Board Will Vote on Airport Ride-Share Fees
Proposal adds $3 fee for companies like Uber and Lyft giving rides to Mitchell airport.
Nov 28th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer36 MATC Students Become ‘Citizens by Choice’
College's four-month citizenship preparation classes helps students pass the tests.
Nov 28th, 2024 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public RadioHost Committee Raised $92 Million for RNC in Milwaukee
Mostly from MMAC foundation. Committee may donate a few million leftover to community.
Nov 27th, 2024 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public RadioIs Raising the Minimum Wage Good Policy?
Or just good politics? Let's consider the data for both.
Nov 27th, 2024 by Bruce ThompsonOnly 30% of Wisconsin Hospitals Obey Federal Price Transparency Rules
New report shows widespread violation of rules meant to lower hospital costs.
Nov 26th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy