Politics
Evers Budget Will ‘Put Kids First’
His chief of staff says governor’s budget will prioritize K-12 schools, UW System.
Jan 30th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio
Why GOP Should Back Medicaid Expansion
Voters want it, just like they opposed government shutdown. Republican legislators, take heed.
Jan 30th, 2019 by Bill Kaplan
Foxconn Won’t Build TVs in Wisconsin
Can’t compete in U.S., company exec tells Reuters.
Jan 30th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
Evers Backs Off On Killing Vouchers
Governor admits it can’t be done. His own DPI data shows why it shouldn’t be done.
Jan 29th, 2019 by George Mitchell
Evers Could Boost the Business Sector
His promise to be “business friendly” and emphasize entrepreneurship could help state.
Jan 29th, 2019 by John Torinus
County Wins $2.3 Million Grant for Jail Reform
MacArthur grant funds effort to address overcrowding at county jail, House of Corrections.
Jan 29th, 2019 by Gretchen Schuldt
Cities Changing Sex Offender Residency Rules
Milwaukee, Brookfield, West Allis, others expanding areas where offenders can live.
Jan 29th, 2019 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Republicans Oppose Gerrymandering
Voters overwhelmingly favor fair maps, yet Vos spends millions in taxes to fight this.
Jan 29th, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
Evers Hires Private Lawyers In Lame Duck Case
Suit seeks to overturn Republican laws limiting governor’s powers.
Jan 29th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio
2018 Had Fewest Refugees In 10 Years
472 refugees to Wisconsin last year, down from 585 in 2017.
Jan 28th, 2019 by Will Cushman, WisContext
Republicans May Oppose Medical Marijuana
Vos, Steineke say Evers’ support for full legalization has poisoned the discussion.
Jan 28th, 2019 by Steven Walters
Workforce Development Head Wants Better Wages
Caleb Frostman, new state director, says family supporting jobs should be key concern.
Jan 27th, 2019 by Patty Murray, Wisconsin Public Radio
