Politics
Major Changes Loom To Wisconsin’s Elections
And they're proposed in an election year that is already predicted to be "rocky."
Nov 6th, 2023 by Steven WaltersMilwaukee Could Get State’s First Reentry Center For Those Leaving Prison
State-sponsored facility aims to be one-stop shop for resources.
Nov 6th, 2023 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public RadioLess Than A Year Now Until Several High Stakes Elections
Campaigns are ramping up in anticipation of November 2024 election.
Nov 6th, 2023 by Robert D'Andrea, Wisconsin Public RadioBoard and County Exec At Odds Over Debt, Spending
Board wants to surpass debt limit given new sales tax, surplus.
Nov 5th, 2023 by Graham KilmerCounty Will Re-Evaluate Cultural Contributions
Budget amendment requires review of the different institutions county dollars support.
Nov 5th, 2023 by Graham KilmerState Republicans Now Pushing Agenda Through Constitutional Amendments
The GOP seeks to lock in policy wins by bypassing courts, governor.
Nov 4th, 2023 by Jack KellyGOP Bill Would Block Use of Credit Card Code For Gun Stores
Merchandise code for gun retailers would help track suspicious weapons purchases gun control advocates say.
Nov 4th, 2023 by Robert D'Andrea, Wisconsin Public RadioAnti-Transgender Bill Would Change Where Inmates Are Held
Bill would require detention in facility that aligns with gender at birth. Gov. Evers promises veto.
Nov 3rd, 2023 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner2024 Milwaukee Budget Increases Services, Taxes
New sales tax allows city to avoid drastic cuts, but comes at a cost.
Nov 3rd, 2023 by Jeramey JanneneDecision To Reopen Court Conferences To Public Was A Good Move
For first time since 2012, public can can watch court consider administrative changes.
Nov 3rd, 2023 by Christa WesterbergAfter Campaign Shames Him, Vos Advances Impeachment of Elections Administrator
Speaker advances legislation to impeach Meagan Wolfe.
Nov 3rd, 2023 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin ExaminerDemocrats Say Bills Would Create Better Standards For Jails, Prisons
17-bill package would establish minimum standards for living standards.
Nov 3rd, 2023 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio