Politics

Op Ed: Why Does GOP Hate Engineers?
Op Ed

Why Does GOP Hate Engineers?

Republican vote against new engineering building at UW-Madison is a head scratcher.

The State of Politics: Will GOP Dump State Elections Leader?
The State of Politics

Will GOP Dump State Elections Leader?

Fate of Meagan Wolfe a high stakes decision for state voters, Republican image.

GOP Amendment Blocks Tech Colleges’ Property Tax For Operations

GOP Amendment Blocks Tech Colleges’ Property Tax For Operations

Tech colleges weren't consulted. They would lose $249 million in annual funding.

Republicans Discuss Unity, Abortion at State Convention

Republicans Discuss Unity, Abortion at State Convention

"This is not your pop's Republican Party. We've got tattoos, piercings."

Planned Parenthood of Illinois Sees Surge of Wisconsin Patients

Planned Parenthood of Illinois Sees Surge of Wisconsin Patients

A '12-times increase' in patients needing to travel from Wisconsin to get care.

GOP Legislators Boost Road Funding By $1.5 Billion

GOP Legislators Boost Road Funding By $1.5 Billion

Budget committee approves proposal that also hikes fees on electric vehicles.

Even After Change, DPI Opposes Reading Bill

Even After Change, DPI Opposes Reading Bill

Issue centers on proposal to hold third graders back.

Despite Legal Gay Marriage, Wisconsin Laws Still Centered On Husband and Wife

Despite Legal Gay Marriage, Wisconsin Laws Still Centered On Husband and Wife

From birth certificates to court documents, same-sex parents have concerns.

Overnight GOP Vote Would End Child Care Program

Overnight GOP Vote Would End Child Care Program

Advocates say decision would raise costs and cause centers to close.

MKE County: Liz Sumner Announces Candidacy for County Comptroller
MKE County

Liz Sumner Announces Candidacy for County Comptroller

Supervisor plans run for county's chief financial officer.

Proposal To Overhaul Wisconsin Alcohol Rules Gets First Hearing

Proposal To Overhaul Wisconsin Alcohol Rules Gets First Hearing

Proposal makes many changes supported by breweries and wineries, but wedding bar owners have major concerns.

Legislature Passes Local Revenue, Schools Bills

Legislature Passes Local Revenue, Schools Bills

Deal heads to Gov. Evers’ desk. Despite bipartisan support, some are calling for him to veto proposals.