Politics

Council, Residents Seek Solutions For Housing Authority Woes

Council, Residents Seek Solutions For Housing Authority Woes

Common Ground's complaints concern city officials, but can they fix problems?

MKE County: Board Halts Medical Travel Subsidy For Abortions
MKE County

Board Halts Medical Travel Subsidy For Abortions

With abortions resuming in state, supervisors hold off on medical travel program.

Murphy’s Law: How Much Do Brewers Benefit Milwaukee?
Murphy’s Law

How Much Do Brewers Benefit Milwaukee?

Vos claims city is the biggest beneficiary. Really? Let’s look at the numbers.

Senate Chief Clerk Resigns, Leadership Cites Credible Allegation of Abuse
State Superintendent, GOP Legislators Duel Over Education

State Superintendent, GOP Legislators Duel Over Education

Underly defends DEI, public schools; Republicans push culture war, school choice.

Democrats Push Again to Legalize Marijuana

Democrats Push Again to Legalize Marijuana

State Sen. Agard cites broad support, polls showing 70% in state favor it.

The State of Politics: What’s Next for Kelli Thompson?
The State of Politics

What’s Next for Kelli Thompson?

The head of state public defender's office, now retiring, getting mentioned as possible state Supreme Court candidate.

Evers’ Child Care Proposal Might Get A Second Life

Evers’ Child Care Proposal Might Get A Second Life

After inaction by GOP leaders, Senate quietly moves legislation forward.

Advocates Push Legislators To Take Up Gun Background Check Bill

Advocates Push Legislators To Take Up Gun Background Check Bill

Capitol event features activists, Democrat lawmakers and AG Kaul.

Five Republicans Move To Impeach Elections Administrator

Five Republicans Move To Impeach Elections Administrator

Meagan Wolfe says legislators willfully distorting the truth.

MKE County: Board Approves Transgender Sanctuary Designation
MKE County

Board Approves Transgender Sanctuary Designation

Plus: Union-made vehicle policy, Jail Visitation Study, and multi-lingual communication resolution all approved by board.

Wisconsin Schools Not Spending Pandemic Aid On Air Quality Improvements

Wisconsin Schools Not Spending Pandemic Aid On Air Quality Improvements

Wisconsin school districts received more than $1.5 billion in federal funds.