Politics
Controversial Brookfield Alderman Avoids Censure
City residents voice support for Ald. Kris Seals, who condemned affordable housing.
Feb 12th, 2023 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin Examiner
Local Governments Starved For Revenue
Not a Democratic or Republican issue, it's needed by cities, counties across the state.
Feb 11th, 2023 by Dane County Executive Melissa Agard
Corporate Campaign Cash Sets Record
$2.29 million spent on 2022 election, up from 0 in 2015, when still outlawed in Wisconsin.
Feb 11th, 2023 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
Despite Past Controversy, 2023 Black History Month Resolution Finds Bipartisan Support
In 2019, Republicans objected to a resolution honoring Milwaukee native Colin Kaepernick.
Feb 10th, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Sen. Johnson Wants Annual Votes on Social Security, Medicare
After being called out by President Biden, Johnson called Social Security a "ponzi scheme."
Feb 10th, 2023 by Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio
Former State Senator Janet Bewley Won’t Be Charged For Fatal Crash
Bewley was pulling onto highway, other driver was going more than 100 MPH, tested positive for THC in blood.
Feb 10th, 2023 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Dan Kelly Makes His Case for High Court
'Where do our rights come from?' asks former state Supreme Court justice. 'God!'
Feb 10th, 2023 by Bill Lueders, Wisconsin Examiner
Can Everett Mitchell Win High Court Race?
Last in fundraising in state Supreme Court race, Dane County judge says grass roots support is key.
Feb 9th, 2023 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
Biden Takes Victory Lap in Wisconsin
His speech in Madison suburb stands up for Social Security, unions and family supporting jobs.
Feb 9th, 2023 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
Comptroller Launches “Open Checkbook,” Highlighting Whom City Is Paying
New website shows what businesses are receiving payments from city.
Feb 9th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Early Voting Underway For Spring Primary
Through Feb. 18, Milwaukee voters can cast their ballots at any of 7 city polling sites.
Feb 8th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
GOP Legislators Vote For Audit of State’s Licensing Agency
They cite backlog in approving licenses. Democrats blame inadequate funding and staff.
Feb 8th, 2023 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
