Politics

Back in the News: How Hovde Evaded Federal Taxes
Back in the News

How Hovde Evaded Federal Taxes

He has said he wants to stop what the companies he invested in did: paying zero federal taxes on investments.

RNC Closed Hispanic Center in Milwaukee

RNC Closed Hispanic Center in Milwaukee

Closed in 2022, hasn't reopened since. Republicans closing centers focused on minority voters across the U.S.

Controversial Power Line Bill Dies In Legislature

Controversial Power Line Bill Dies In Legislature

Opponents of 'Right of First Refusal' bill say it would have hiked utility rates.

The State of Politics: How New Supreme Court Influenced Legislative Decisions
The State of Politics

How New Supreme Court Influenced Legislative Decisions

Everything important passed by the Legislature came after court gained a liberal majority.

Op Ed: Voting at Wisconsin’s Universities Isn’t Easy
Op Ed

Voting at Wisconsin’s Universities Isn’t Easy

Long lines and cumbersome ID requirements discourage students from voting.

MKE County: Committee Backs Housing Voucher Incentives
MKE County

Committee Backs Housing Voucher Incentives

Program would incentivize landlords to accept tenants receiving rental assistance.

Constitutional Referendums on April Ballot Address GOP ‘Zuckerbucks’ Charges

Constitutional Referendums on April Ballot Address GOP ‘Zuckerbucks’ Charges

Election conspiracy theorists made unfounded charges the funding caused voter fraud.

Committee Punts On For-Profit College Approval

Committee Punts On For-Profit College Approval

But without approval, Arizona College of Nursing issue seems likely headed to court.

MKE County: County Budget Woes Expected To Return Next Year
MKE County

County Budget Woes Expected To Return Next Year

Despite new sales tax, county likely to have to cut positions and programs.

Wisconsin Supreme Court Rules Against Unemployment Tax Exemption For Catholic Organization

Wisconsin Supreme Court Rules Against Unemployment Tax Exemption For Catholic Organization

Religious groups said they will appeal the ruling to U.S. Supreme Court

Legislature Comes To Aid of Victim Support Organizations

Legislature Comes To Aid of Victim Support Organizations

But organizations, state still need long-term solution following decline in federal funding.

Kaul Hints He Could Pursue Larger Wisconsin Abortion Lawsuit

Kaul Hints He Could Pursue Larger Wisconsin Abortion Lawsuit

Wisconsin AG suggests he will pursue ruling if Supreme Court agrees to hear case.