Politics

In 40 Seconds Republicans Kill Evers’ Special Session on Child Care

In 40 Seconds Republicans Kill Evers’ Special Session on Child Care

Republicans take no action on governor's proposal. Evers 'not surprised.'

Taxpayers Paying For Both Sides of Senate Lawsuit Over Redistricting

Taxpayers Paying For Both Sides of Senate Lawsuit Over Redistricting

Democrats and Republicans both charging State of Wisconsin for redistricting legal fight.

As Abortions Resume in Wisconsin, Senate Crafts New Restrictions

As Abortions Resume in Wisconsin, Senate Crafts New Restrictions

GOP bills forbid abortion training at UW hospitals, fund crisis pregnancy centers.

Mayor Announces Reelection Bid, Kicks Off Spring 2024 Races

Mayor Announces Reelection Bid, Kicks Off Spring 2024 Races

Cavalier Johnson seeks a full-term. All city officials are on the ballot.

Data Wonk: The Power of Wisconsin’s Gerrymander
Data Wonk

The Power of Wisconsin’s Gerrymander

Recent election results show how entrenched the Republican advantage is.

Will Brewers Subsidy Include Community Benefits Deal?

Will Brewers Subsidy Include Community Benefits Deal?

Bucks agreed to guarantee local employment and union representation.

MKE County: Evers Appoints Jorge Fragoso to Circuit Court
MKE County

Evers Appoints Jorge Fragoso to Circuit Court

Attorney will take office Nov. 4, filling vacancy left by Judge Lindsey Grady.

Milwaukee Still Paying $1 Million Per Year For Brewers Stadium

Milwaukee Still Paying $1 Million Per Year For Brewers Stadium

New request for $2.5 million annually comes as city still paying prior costs

Murphy’s Law: Robin Vos Sticks It To Milwaukee
Murphy’s Law

Robin Vos Sticks It To Milwaukee

He gives Brewers more than they wanted and makes only Democratic parts of metro area pay for it.

Vos Threatens UW Pay Raises Unless Campuses Eliminate DEI Staff

Vos Threatens UW Pay Raises Unless Campuses Eliminate DEI Staff

$100 million already approved in state budget could be withheld.

Mayor Unveils 2024 Budget With New Sales Tax

Mayor Unveils 2024 Budget With New Sales Tax

But a massive deficit still looms for Milwaukee.

MKE County: Rolland Pushes Plan to Restore Jail Visitation
MKE County

Rolland Pushes Plan to Restore Jail Visitation

Legislation funds feasibility study for returning in-person visitation to jail.