Politics
Walker’s Costly War on the Poor
Former governor’s “trampoline” for SNAP recipients is a high-cost failure, report finds
Apr 23rd, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
Bill Funds Electric Car Charging Stations
Republican proposal would help pay for stations located along I-94 corridor.
Apr 23rd, 2019 by Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio
DA Asked To Consider Charging City Officials
Hamilton, Donovan ask Chisholm to review top officials' actions on lead program problems.
Apr 22nd, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Can Any ”Dark Store” Reform Get Passed?
Evers wants full reform but big lobbying groups oppose it. Lawmakers seek compromise.
Apr 22nd, 2019 by Steven Walters
Bill Allows Pharmacists to Vaccinate Children
In reaction to measles outbreak, lawmakers look to strengthen state’s response.
Apr 22nd, 2019 by Shamane Mills, Wisconsin Public Radio
Suicides Up Since Gun Waiting Period Ended
In 2015 Walker, Republicans repealed law requiring 48 hour waiting period to buy guns.
Apr 21st, 2019 by Chris Walker
45 Counties Want to Ban Gerrymandering
Buffalo, Fond du Lac and Iowa counties are latest to pass resolutions demanding non-partisan redistricting.
Apr 19th, 2019 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Sargent Pushes Legal Pot Bill. Again
For fourth time in six years, Madison legislator offers bill to legalize recreational marijuana.
Apr 19th, 2019 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public Radio
Save the Kletzsch Park Trees!
The county wants to destroy 10 majestic oak trees for a fish passage. Surely there's a better way.
Apr 19th, 2019 by Martha Bergland
State’s Representatives Split on Mueller Report
Republicans, Democrats divided on what it says about Trump but most back transparency.
Apr 19th, 2019 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Police Chases Have Nearly Tripled, Report Shows
New MPD policy has increased pursuits -- but also accidents.
Apr 19th, 2019 by Edgar Mendez, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Mount Pleasant Biggest Foxconn Loser?
Village incurred massive costs for Foxconn’s ever-smaller plant that it may never recoup.
Apr 19th, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
