Politics

New Wisconsin Legislators Prepare for Session

New Wisconsin Legislators Prepare for Session

6 new state Senators and 31 new Assembly members need to learn the process.

Op Ed: Milwaukee Needs Bold Leadership to Solve the Housing Crisis
Op Ed

Milwaukee Needs Bold Leadership to Solve the Housing Crisis

The severity of the problem must be met with commensurate action and policy

State To Investigate How 193 Ballots Went Uncounted in Madison

State To Investigate How 193 Ballots Went Uncounted in Madison

Effort is proactive says Wisconsin Elections Commission, but revelation of ballots came more than a month after election.

Your Right to Know: Protect The Press From Frivolous Lawsuits
Your Right to Know

Protect The Press From Frivolous Lawsuits

Wausau outlet ensnared in costly SLAPP lawsuit.

Top Senate Democrat Schumer Endorses Wikler in Race for DNC Chair

Top Senate Democrat Schumer Endorses Wikler in Race for DNC Chair

Schumer's endorsement marks major boost for Wisconsin Democrat's candidacy.

Some Wisconsin Communities Say They Have Too Many ZIP Codes

Some Wisconsin Communities Say They Have Too Many ZIP Codes

The Village of Somers has 14 different ZIP codes. Congress may take action.

MKE County: County Tightens Financial Reporting
MKE County

County Tightens Financial Reporting

New resolution requires stricter financial reporting from county departments.

Top 10 of 2024: Most Popular Milwaukee County Stories
Top 10 of 2024

Most Popular Milwaukee County Stories

Cancelled fireworks, a restored beach and the fate of the domes were big concerns.

Top 10 of 2024: The Year’s Most Popular City Hall Stories
Top 10 of 2024

The Year’s Most Popular City Hall Stories

It was a year of controversies, craziness and sadness at a great loss in City Hall.

Jimmy Carter’s Life, Impact Remembered

Jimmy Carter’s Life, Impact Remembered

Former president and Nobel Peace Prize winner dies at age 100.

Wisconsin Electric Vehicle Owners Face New Tax in 2025

Wisconsin Electric Vehicle Owners Face New Tax in 2025

A 3 cents per kilowatt tax at EV charging stations will raise millions.

The State of Politics: Top 10 News Stories of 2024
The State of Politics

Top 10 News Stories of 2024

Oh what a year it was. Here are the top 10 news stories, plus honorable mentions.