Politics

Head of Wisconsin Democratic Party Stepping Down

Head of Wisconsin Democratic Party Stepping Down

Ben Wikler, 44, remade party into fundraising machine, delivered electoral success.

Bipartisan Bill Seeks To Expand State Funding For Rural Housing

Bipartisan Bill Seeks To Expand State Funding For Rural Housing

Low-income housing tax credit program may double under separate budget proposal.

Data Wonk: Did Schimel Get Too Partisan in Election?
Data Wonk

Did Schimel Get Too Partisan in Election?

The conservative in race for state superintendent was less strident and did better.

MKE County: Senior Center Housing on Parkland Faces Pushback
MKE County

Senior Center Housing on Parkland Faces Pushback

County running out of options for dilapidated senior centers.

City Hall: New Stickers Will Tell You When To Wheel Out Your Trash
City Hall

New Stickers Will Tell You When To Wheel Out Your Trash

To make it easier to check, smartphone-friendly idea championed by Ald. Burgelis.

Brower Helps Get Milwaukee $1,000 From We Energies

Brower Helps Get Milwaukee $1,000 From We Energies

At new alderman's first committee meeting the issue of city easement for utility arises.

Trump Administration Cancels Visas of 27 Students at UW Campuses

Trump Administration Cancels Visas of 27 Students at UW Campuses

Rubio says 300 visas for international students at U.S. universities revoked.

Trump Administration Wants to Fast Track Logging in Wisconsin, U.S.

Trump Administration Wants to Fast Track Logging in Wisconsin, U.S.

'Emergency designation' and quicker environmental reviews to boost logging.

Marquette University Responds to Federal Hazing Law

Marquette University Responds to Federal Hazing Law

Stop Campus Hazing Act, signed into law under Biden, aims to reduce incidents.

City Hall: Pérez Reshuffles Council Committees
City Hall

Pérez Reshuffles Council Committees

Addition of new alder Alex Brower prompts changes, restores power to veteran council member.

Murphy’s Law: How Much Did Musk Pay Per Vote?
Murphy’s Law

How Much Did Musk Pay Per Vote?

The billionaire spent $25 million on Wisconsin Supreme Court race. Let’s consider his investment return.

State Economic Development Leader Cites Tariff Shock, Impact on Wisconsin

State Economic Development Leader Cites Tariff Shock, Impact on Wisconsin

Hoping to maintain European trade partners amid 'man-made crisis.'