Politics

Court Hands a Lifeline to Americorps But Its Future Uncertain

Court Hands a Lifeline to Americorps But Its Future Uncertain

Wisconsin has 25 AmeriCorps programs. 'Things are just very confusing.'

MKE County: Supervisors Concerned About Facial Recognition Technology
MKE County

Supervisors Concerned About Facial Recognition Technology

Six supervisors support county policy with strict limits on use of technology.

Prison Reform Advocates Push for Corrections Ombudsperson

Prison Reform Advocates Push for Corrections Ombudsperson

Seeking a GOP sponsor for bill, but 'nobody’s willing to stick their neck out.'

The State of Politics: New Legislators Sponsor ‘Wish List’ Bills
The State of Politics

New Legislators Sponsor ‘Wish List’ Bills

You'd be surprised by the range of ideas and proposals by Capitol newcomers.

Wisconsin Hospital Systems Remove DEI Language

Wisconsin Hospital Systems Remove DEI Language

Promises of 'commitment to diversity,' 'equal opportunity' and 'anti-racism' gone.

MKE County: Board Will Vote on McGovern Park Senior Center With Housing
MKE County

Board Will Vote on McGovern Park Senior Center With Housing

County officials say affordable housing plan only way to save senior center.

What’s Next For Wisconsin Democratic Party Leader Ben Wikler?

What’s Next For Wisconsin Democratic Party Leader Ben Wikler?

Outgoing party chair reveals next step during luncheon.

Wisconsin Elections Chair Says DOJ Threat To Withhold Funding Is Mistaken

Wisconsin Elections Chair Says DOJ Threat To Withhold Funding Is Mistaken

Letter from the U.S. Department of Justices accuses Wisconsin of violating federal election law.

US Supreme Court Rules for Wisconsin Group in Religious-Rights Case

US Supreme Court Rules for Wisconsin Group in Religious-Rights Case

9-0 decision says Superior's Catholic Charities Bureau needn't pay unemployment tax.

Murphy’s Law: Bucks Violating Promises on Unions?
Murphy’s Law

Bucks Violating Promises on Unions?

Adding non-union businesses to Deer District after making promises to get state subsidy.

Bill Gives $10,000 Tax Credit to People Moving Here After Natural Disasters

Bill Gives $10,000 Tax Credit to People Moving Here After Natural Disasters

GOP bill seeks to attract LA and North Carolina residents looking to relocate.

Wisconsin Sen. Ron Johnson Blasts Budget Bill, Rising National Debt

Wisconsin Sen. Ron Johnson Blasts Budget Bill, Rising National Debt

Backs hundreds of billions in federal cuts, saying only 'grifters' would be affected.