Politics
WILL Sues Over Plan to Fund Prosecutors in Milwaukee County
State plan diverts funding from school libraries.
Oct 9th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Future of Sunday Library Hours Uncertain As MPL Tries New Staffing Model
Council hints it may override mayor. Spiker again provokes a coworker.
Oct 9th, 2025 by Jeramey JanneneBill Would Restrict Credit Card Campaign Contributions
State legislation would prohibit campaigns from accepting online contributions without verification code, U.S. address.
Oct 9th, 2025 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public RadioCouncil Takes Major Step To Delay Mayor’s Wheel Tax Increase
Finance committee members charge mayor created budget hole he is asking council to solve.
Oct 9th, 2025 by Jeramey JanneneThe Irony of the Government Shutdown
States that overwhelmingly backed Donald Trump now stand to lose the most in ACA subsidy battle.
Oct 8th, 2025 by Bruce ThompsonAssembly Approves GOP Housing Bills
Proposals now head to dormant Senate.
Oct 8th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public RadioWisconsin Lawmakers, DNR Clash Over PFAS Protections in GOP Bills
GOP proposal would shield those who spread PFAS in biosolids with state approval.
Oct 8th, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public RadioPolicy Forum Says City Successfully Navigated Budget Crisis, Only To Find Future Problems
New analysis suggests city will need cut spending in future years.
Oct 8th, 2025 by Jeramey JanneneWisconsin Lawmakers and Hemp Producers Both Want New Regulations on THC
But they disagree on structure.
Oct 7th, 2025 by Lorin Cox, Wisconsin Public RadioFBI Obtained Ron Johnson’s Phone Records During Jan. 6 Investigation
Johnson was involved in attempt to get slate of false electors to then-VP Mike Pence.
Oct 7th, 2025 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public RadioAG Kaul Says He’s Pursuing Reelection, Opts Out of Gubernatorial Race
Prospective Evers replacement opts out of crowded Democratic field.
Oct 7th, 2025 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin ExaminerRuss Feingold Files Brief Against Republican Effort to Weaken Campaign Finance Laws
Feingold, who crafted campaign finance regulations, is joined by liberal law firm.
Oct 7th, 2025 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner