Politics
What’s Next for Kelli Thompson?
The head of state public defender's office, now retiring, getting mentioned as possible state Supreme Court candidate.
Sep 25th, 2023 by Steven WaltersEvers’ Child Care Proposal Might Get A Second Life
After inaction by GOP leaders, Senate quietly moves legislation forward.
Sep 24th, 2023 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin ExaminerAdvocates Push Legislators To Take Up Gun Background Check Bill
Capitol event features activists, Democrat lawmakers and AG Kaul.
Sep 22nd, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public RadioFive Republicans Move To Impeach Elections Administrator
Meagan Wolfe says legislators willfully distorting the truth.
Sep 22nd, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public RadioBoard Approves Transgender Sanctuary Designation
Plus: Union-made vehicle policy, Jail Visitation Study, and multi-lingual communication resolution all approved by board.
Sep 22nd, 2023 by Graham KilmerWisconsin Schools Not Spending Pandemic Aid On Air Quality Improvements
Wisconsin school districts received more than $1.5 billion in federal funds.
Sep 21st, 2023 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public RadioIn 40 Seconds Republicans Kill Evers’ Special Session on Child Care
Republicans take no action on governor's proposal. Evers 'not surprised.'
Sep 21st, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public RadioTaxpayers Paying For Both Sides of Senate Lawsuit Over Redistricting
Democrats and Republicans both charging State of Wisconsin for redistricting legal fight.
Sep 21st, 2023 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public RadioAs Abortions Resume in Wisconsin, Senate Crafts New Restrictions
GOP bills forbid abortion training at UW hospitals, fund crisis pregnancy centers.
Sep 20th, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public RadioMayor Announces Reelection Bid, Kicks Off Spring 2024 Races
Cavalier Johnson seeks a full-term. All city officials are on the ballot.
Sep 20th, 2023 by Jeramey JanneneThe Power of Wisconsin’s Gerrymander
Recent election results show how entrenched the Republican advantage is.
Sep 20th, 2023 by Bruce ThompsonWill Brewers Subsidy Include Community Benefits Deal?
Bucks agreed to guarantee local employment and union representation.
Sep 19th, 2023 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner