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New Council Members Oppose Taking Tax Returns To Pay Private Ambulances

This content is only for membersNew Council Members Oppose Taking Tax Returns To Pay Private Ambulances

But opposition could cost the city 'ginormously' more money, warns a veteran.

State Literacy Report Says 36% of Youngest Students ‘At Risk’

State Literacy Report Says 36% of Youngest Students ‘At Risk’

36% of 4K through third grade Wisconsin students below 25th percentile for reading.

Trump Administration Threatens Wisconsin Food Aid

Trump Administration Threatens Wisconsin Food Aid

USDA will withhold SNAP funding unless states turn over sensitive applicant data.

ICE Moving Its Milwaukee Facility

ICE Moving Its Milwaukee Facility

From Downtown to Northwest Side. With maybe a second office still to come.

Back in the News: Justice Ziegler Misquotes US Supreme Court Decision
Back in the News

Justice Ziegler Misquotes US Supreme Court Decision

Conservative falsely claims state courts can’t review congressional maps.

Senate Bill Promotes Soybean-Based Firefighting Foam to Replace PFAS

Senate Bill Promotes Soybean-Based Firefighting Foam to Replace PFAS

20 fire departments in state have made switch. Research shows PFAS can cause cancer.

MKE County: Board Seeks Repeal of Restrictions in Sales Tax Deal
MKE County

Board Seeks Repeal of Restrictions in Sales Tax Deal

State legislation has many restraints on Milwaukee County's operations and spending.

City Hall: After Deadly May Fire, Milwaukee Adds New Safety Requirements
City Hall

This content is only for members After Deadly May Fire, Milwaukee Adds New Safety Requirements

More inspections, more data and changes that will impact landlords, tenants.

Mandela Barnes Will Run for Governor

Mandela Barnes Will Run for Governor

Former Lt. Governor becomes front-runner in Democratic primary for governor.

MKE County: Supervisors Back Data Center Rules
MKE County

Supervisors Back Data Center Rules

County committee unanimously supports state legislation to regulate data centers.

As Living Costs Soar, Tax Relief Shrinks for Low-Income Wisconsin Residents

As Living Costs Soar, Tax Relief Shrinks for Low-Income Wisconsin Residents

Homestead tax credit has withered due to inflation, legislative inaction.

Wisconsin Legislators Offer Dueling Bills to Reduce IVF Costs

Wisconsin Legislators Offer Dueling Bills to Reduce IVF Costs

Each 'cycle' of in vitro fertilization treatment can cost tens of thousands.