Politics

Legislators Battle Over Redistricting Bill

Legislators Battle Over Redistricting Bill

Democrats, civic groups argue bill has loophole to maintain Republican control over drawing of legislative maps.

How Proposed Child Care Tax Credit Helps The Wealthy

How 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.

City Hall: Budget Amendment Would Boost Libraries, Streets, Voting and Lead Abatement
City Hall

Budget Amendment Would Boost Libraries, Streets, Voting and Lead Abatement

Proposal from Alderwoman Dimitirjevic and Council President Pérez aims to boost services across city.

Bill Would Triple Eviction Notice Period For Long-Term Care Facilities

Bill Would Triple Eviction Notice Period For Long-Term Care Facilities

Shift from 30 to 90 days would give more time to find new housing.

Milwaukee Census Challenge Denied

Milwaukee Census Challenge Denied

City still adds 771 residents as jail population mixup fixed. Peer cities also saw challenge denials, cuts.

Facade of Milwaukee City Hall Is Failing, Again

Facade of Milwaukee City Hall Is Failing, Again

While pieces of restored terra cotta crumble, city again seeks 'accountability.'

Wisconsin Students Face Uncertain Future After Latest DACA Ruling

Wisconsin Students Face Uncertain Future After Latest DACA Ruling

"Dreamers" have been forced to live life in limbo following repeated federal court rulings.

MKE County: Crowley Announces Reelection Bid
MKE County

Crowley Announces Reelection Bid

David Crowley announces re-election campaign on heels of historic sales tax deal.

Data Wonk: The Wisconsin Supreme Court Starts Its Review of Gerrymandering Case
Data Wonk

The Wisconsin Supreme Court Starts Its Review of Gerrymandering Case

And conservative justices are already dissenting.

GOP Senators Renew Fight Over Abortion, Tax Cuts

GOP Senators Renew Fight Over Abortion, Tax Cuts

And override an Evers' budget veto, part of busy session Tuesday.

Republicans Endorse Raises For All State Employees, Except UW System Workers

Republicans 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.

Kooyenga Will Take Over MMAC In 2024

Kooyenga Will Take Over MMAC In 2024

Longtime leader Tim Sheehy will retire at year's end.