Politics
State’s Historic $6.5 Billion Surplus Small Compared to Minnesota’s
Many states are flush with cash. Minnesota has $18 billion surplus.
Dec 26th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public RadioHigh Court Race Divides Republicans
And Democrats. But the obvious friction is between conservatives Dan Kelly and Jennifer Dorow.
Dec 26th, 2022 by Steven WaltersCity of Milwaukee’s Credit Rating Cut Again
Downgrades will cost millions over time. Long-term fiscal plan needed.
Dec 23rd, 2022 by Jeramey JanneneWisconsin GOP Chair Expressed Concern About Fake Electors Plan, Then Joined In
Andrew Hitt said Trump's advisors were "up to no good" in text, January 6 Committee report reveals.
Dec 23rd, 2022 by Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public RadioEmbattled Former DNR Board Chair Resigns, Ending Saga
Prehn, whose appointment had expired, was able to stay on because Republicans wouldn't confirm his replacement.
Dec 23rd, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public RadioClancy Takes On Jail Food Monopoly
Sup. Ryan Clancy looks to break up Aramark Corporation's control over both food services and commissary.
Dec 23rd, 2022 by Graham KilmerFoxconn Earns $8.6 Million In Wisconsin Tax Credits
After agreement revised, Foxconn has now earned $37.4 million in two years.
Dec 23rd, 2022 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public RadioMore Funding Needed To Defend Against Police-Related Lawsuit
Sam Hadaway was wrongfully imprisoned, city now spending repeatedly on outside attorney to defend against $7.5 million claim.
Dec 22nd, 2022 by Jeramey JanneneDodd Takes Job At Charter School, Six Running To Replace Her
Former alderwoman's mystery job revealed.
Dec 22nd, 2022 by Jeramey JanneneAll About Wisconsin’s ‘Zuckerbucks’
If anything the funding helped Trump, election data suggests. So why are Republicans angry?
Dec 21st, 2022 by Bruce ThompsonInside the State’s Conservative Bubble
The not-very-surprising views of Mike Nichols and the Badger Institute.
Dec 21st, 2022 by Bruce MurphyRepublicans Announce Dates for 2024 Milwaukee Convention
The Grand Old Party will take over Milwaukee in the middle of July.
Dec 21st, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene