Politics
Budget Amendment Would Boost Libraries, Streets, Voting and Lead Abatement
Proposal from Alderwoman Dimitirjevic and Council President Pérez aims to boost services across city.
Oct 20th, 2023 by Jeramey JanneneBill Would Triple Eviction Notice Period For Long-Term Care Facilities
Shift from 30 to 90 days would give more time to find new housing.
Oct 19th, 2023 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public RadioMilwaukee Census Challenge Denied
City still adds 771 residents as jail population mixup fixed. Peer cities also saw challenge denials, cuts.
Oct 19th, 2023 by Jeramey JanneneFacade of Milwaukee City Hall Is Failing, Again
While pieces of restored terra cotta crumble, city again seeks 'accountability.'
Oct 19th, 2023 by Jeramey JanneneWisconsin Students Face Uncertain Future After Latest DACA Ruling
"Dreamers" have been forced to live life in limbo following repeated federal court rulings.
Oct 19th, 2023 by Edgar Mendez, Milwaukee Neighborhood News ServiceCrowley Announces Reelection Bid
David Crowley announces re-election campaign on heels of historic sales tax deal.
Oct 18th, 2023 by Graham KilmerThe Wisconsin Supreme Court Starts Its Review of Gerrymandering Case
And conservative justices are already dissenting.
Oct 18th, 2023 by Bruce ThompsonGOP Senators Renew Fight Over Abortion, Tax Cuts
And override an Evers' budget veto, part of busy session Tuesday.
Oct 18th, 2023 by Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public RadioRepublicans Endorse Raises For All State Employees, Except UW System Workers
Raise denial is latest salvo in fight over UW System's diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Oct 18th, 2023 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin ExaminerKooyenga Will Take Over MMAC In 2024
Longtime leader Tim Sheehy will retire at year's end.
Oct 18th, 2023 by Jeramey JanneneAssembly Approves Brewers Subsidy, Sends Deal To Senate
Proposal calls for $546 million in city, county and state funding.
Oct 17th, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public RadioRepublicans Reject 7 Evers Appointees
Including elections commissioner and 4 DNR board members. 'This is insanity,' says Evers, then immediately names replacements.
Oct 17th, 2023 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner