Politics

Dueling Billboards Appear in Milwaukee In Lead Up to RNC

Dueling Billboards Appear in Milwaukee In Lead Up to RNC

Democrats, Republicans make appeals to voters, assail competing candidates.

Milwaukee Will Drop Private Security Licensing Requirement

Milwaukee Will Drop Private Security Licensing Requirement

New city attorney throws in towel on lawsuit, but vows to provide council with long-term solution.

Op-Ed: Unlocking Milwaukee’s Potential Through Smart Zoning Reform
Op-Ed

Unlocking Milwaukee’s Potential Through Smart Zoning Reform

Improving Milwaukee's zoning code would yield a more prosperous, inclusive and vibrant city.

Dane County Judge Strikes Down Parts of Act 10 Collective Bargaining Law

Dane County Judge Strikes Down Parts of Act 10 Collective Bargaining Law

Lawsuit argues law violates state Constitution by treating different public unions differently.

City Hall: Council Wants State to Ban Bump Stocks
City Hall

Council Wants State to Ban Bump Stocks

Newly-relegalized gun modifier allows them to be fired at a speed compared to machine guns.

Milwaukee Businesses Closing During RNC

Milwaukee Businesses Closing During RNC

Whether in protest or by necessity, many shutdowns during convention, July 15-18.

Data Wonk: Counting the Lies By Trump
Data Wonk

Counting the Lies By Trump

The other side of his debate with Joe Biden.

Wisconsin Supreme Court Accepts Abortion Rights Cases

Wisconsin Supreme Court Accepts Abortion Rights Cases

Both would advance abortion rights. Justices already bickering about cases.

Dora Drake Defeats Myers For State Senate Seat

Dora Drake Defeats Myers For State Senate Seat

Drake wins first of two races to replace Lena Taylor. Election has attempted disruptions.

See Inside Fiserv Forum Before RNC Starts

See Inside Fiserv Forum Before RNC Starts

Convention shows off the stage, media booths, other arena changes.

Murphy’s Law: The Cheaper Candidate For County Treasurer
Murphy’s Law

The Cheaper Candidate For County Treasurer

Reform candidate Ted Chisholm promises to work for less pay than incumbent David Cullen.

Proposal Asks City to Adopt ‘People’s Flag’

Proposal Asks City to Adopt ‘People’s Flag’

Ald. Peter Burgelis leads new push to replace what's been called one of the worst city flags in America.