Politics
Joel Brennan Launches Campaign for Governor
Democratic insider joins crowded primary. Interim GMC replacement named.
Dec 11th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin Shelters Could Be Hit By Proposed Federal Funding Cuts
The Trump administration has injected uncertainty on use of federal funds to combat homelessness.
Dec 11th, 2025 by Trevor Hook, Wisconsin Public Radio
Wisconsin Moves to Require Lead Service Lines Replaced By 2037
Some groups hail the move for strengthening protections, but others voice concerns about costs.
Dec 11th, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
‘Sextortion’ Now A Crime in Wisconsin
Gov. Evers signs several bills into law.
Dec 11th, 2025 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
Public Concerned About Sheriff’s Use Of Surveillance Technology
Sheriff wants facial recognition technology. Will it indirectly help ICE?
Dec 10th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Milwaukee Mayor’s Power in Decline?
Council grabbing more power, overriding nearly every veto by Mayor Johnson.
Dec 10th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Senate Committee Debates ‘Community Solar’ Bill
Allowing private companies to construct small solar projects. Utilities oppose it.
Dec 10th, 2025 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
City Plan For Marcus Parking Structure Repairs Falling Apart
Financial data is murky. 'More unanswered questions than answers,' says comptroller.
Dec 10th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Health Care Costs Are Overwhelming Wisconsin Teacher Salaries
Data shows average teacher spends 20% of their salary on health care benefits.
Dec 10th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Tom Tiffany Criticizes ‘Billionaire Loophole’ But Backed Law Creating It
U.S. Rep. and Republican candidate for governor aims to raise $40 million.
Dec 10th, 2025 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
Mayor Declines to Sign Historic Preservation for Arena, Auditorium
Facing unanimous council vote, Johnson punts on the issue.
Dec 9th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Evers Signs ‘Bradyn’s Law’ to Fight Sextortion of Teens
Bipartisan law makes sexual extortion a felony; tougher penalties if it leads to suicide.
Dec 9th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
