Politics
Alderwoman Nikiya Dodd Resigns
But questions remain on where she's going and where she's been.
Nov 22nd, 2022 by Jeramey JanneneCouncil Overrides Mayor Johnson’s First Vetoes
Actions finalize 2023 budget with no cuts to libraries or fire department.
Nov 22nd, 2022 by Jeramey JanneneLegislators Tackle National Guard Sexual Misconduct
Years of reported mishandling leads to bipartisan legislative effort.
Nov 22nd, 2022 by Christina Lieffring, Wisconsin ExaminerKaul Warns Suit Challenging State Abortion Ban Will Take Time
Attorney General aims to overturn 1849 ban, but notes legal process 'not fast.'
Nov 22nd, 2022 by Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public RadioLoudenback Concedes Loss for Secretary of State
Democrat Doug La Follette wins record 12th term and duties of office won't change.
Nov 21st, 2022 by Bruce MurphyPolice Department Hiring 50 New Officers
MPD hopes recruiting classes will grow to be 30% women by 2030.
Nov 21st, 2022 by Jeramey JanneneUW System Quietly Adds More Charter Schools It Oversees
Now up to 13 K-12 schools, including one that's part of a for-profit chain.
Nov 21st, 2022 by Ruth Conniff, Wisconsin ExaminerState Democratic Chair Hail’s Party’s ‘Triumph’
But election results -- and party's future -- more clouded than that.
Nov 21st, 2022 by Steven WaltersRigged Election Lie Dies Quietly
How can there be a stolen election if both parties score wins and losses in same electoral process?
Nov 19th, 2022 by John TorinusCrowley Says House of Correction Renamed, Despite Board’s Opposition
Board cut funding for uniforms, signage at renamed Community Reintegration Center.
Nov 18th, 2022 by Graham KilmerSen. Baldwin Says Same-Sex Marriage Bill Will Be Passed After Thanksgiving
Senate passed bill Wednesday, House action still needed.
Nov 18th, 2022 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public RadioAnti-Transgender MPS Counselor Suing To Get Job Back
Marissa Darlingh gave anti-trans speech outside Capitol after identifying herself as MPS elementary counselor.
Nov 17th, 2022 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio