Politics
In Defense of Gerrymandering
How the Supreme Court minority defends its objection to 'Fair maps!'.
Oct 25th, 2023 by Bruce Thompson
Council Might Hold Up Mayor’s Changes To Zoning Board
At issue is new chair, two new appointments and oversight by Department of Administration.
Oct 25th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
State Rep. Marisabel Cabrera Running for Circuit Court
Incumbent Judge Marshall Murray plans to retire at the end of his term.
Oct 24th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Bill Prevents Write-In Campaigns by Losing Primary Candidates
'Sore loser bill' follows write-in campaign that nearly defeated Assembly Speaker Robin Vos.
Oct 24th, 2023 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
DNR Secretary Payne Resigns After Just 10 Months
Cites personal reasons as agency faces debates over wolf management, PFAS pollution.
Oct 24th, 2023 by Isiah Holmes and Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
Alexander Faces Challenge For County Board
John Martin "Marty" Hagedorn files to run for Milwaukee County Board District 18 seat.
Oct 24th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Federal Government Designates Wisconsin as Regional Tech Hub
Wisconsin Biohealth Tech Hub can compete for up to $75 million in federal funding.
Oct 23rd, 2023 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public Radio
Utilities Flood Capital With Lobbyists
More than 45 lobbyists, including former legislators, pushing sweetheart deal ending public bidding for transmission lines.
Oct 23rd, 2023 by Bruce Murphy
Will Senate Oppose Brewers $546 Million Subsidy?
Easily passed Assembly, but facing bipartisan opposition in the Senate.
Oct 23rd, 2023 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
3 Pro Sports Venues Cost $1.9 Billion
Funding for Brewers (twice) Packers and Bucks facilities mostly came from taxpayers.
Oct 23rd, 2023 by Steven Walters
New Jail Commissary Contract Caps Prices
Limiting what private contractors charge for food and hygiene products in jail and CRC.
Oct 21st, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Bill Could Make Drunk Drivers Pay Child Support If a Crash Kills Parents
Judges could require payments as part of restitution a defendant is required to pay.
Oct 20th, 2023 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
