Politics
State Rep. Marisabel Cabrera Running for Circuit Court
Incumbent Judge Marshall Murray plans to retire at the end of his term.
Oct 24th, 2023 by Graham KilmerBill Prevents Write-In Campaigns by Losing Primary Candidates
'Sore loser bill' follows write-in campaign that nearly defeated Assembly Speaker Robin Vos.
Oct 24th, 2023 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public RadioDNR Secretary Payne Resigns After Just 10 Months
Cites personal reasons as agency faces debates over wolf management, PFAS pollution.
Oct 24th, 2023 by Isiah Holmes and Henry Redman, Wisconsin ExaminerAlexander Faces Challenge For County Board
John Martin "Marty" Hagedorn files to run for Milwaukee County Board District 18 seat.
Oct 24th, 2023 by Graham KilmerFederal Government Designates Wisconsin as Regional Tech Hub
Wisconsin Biohealth Tech Hub can compete for up to $75 million in federal funding.
Oct 23rd, 2023 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public RadioUtilities Flood Capital With Lobbyists
More than 45 lobbyists, including former legislators, pushing sweetheart deal ending public bidding for transmission lines.
Oct 23rd, 2023 by Bruce MurphyWill Senate Oppose Brewers $546 Million Subsidy?
Easily passed Assembly, but facing bipartisan opposition in the Senate.
Oct 23rd, 2023 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner3 Pro Sports Venues Cost $1.9 Billion
Funding for Brewers (twice) Packers and Bucks facilities mostly came from taxpayers.
Oct 23rd, 2023 by Steven WaltersNew Jail Commissary Contract Caps Prices
Limiting what private contractors charge for food and hygiene products in jail and CRC.
Oct 21st, 2023 by Graham KilmerBill Could Make Drunk Drivers Pay Child Support If a Crash Kills Parents
Judges could require payments as part of restitution a defendant is required to pay.
Oct 20th, 2023 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public RadioLegislators Battle Over Redistricting Bill
Democrats, civic groups argue bill has loophole to maintain Republican control over drawing of legislative maps.
Oct 20th, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public RadioHow Proposed Child Care Tax Credit Helps The Wealthy
Under GOP plan the lower the income of a family, the more they must pay out of pocket.
Oct 20th, 2023 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner