Politics
Open Records Imperiled in Wisconsin
Led by Robin Vos, public officials more likely to obstruct open records requests.
Mar 16th, 2022 by Bill LuedersElections Commission Won’t Punish 10 False Electors
WEC board member Robert Spindell, one of the 10 Republicans, votes against sanctioning himself.
Mar 16th, 2022 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin ExaminerCavalier Johnson Plans Focus on Jobs
Mayoral candidate wants to grow city’s population, economy, employment.
Mar 16th, 2022 by Matt Martinez, Milwaukee Neighborhood News ServiceState Near Top In Slashing County Funding
Only two states have cut county funding more. Huge funding decline has hurt Milwaukee.
Mar 16th, 2022 by Bruce MurphyEvers Gives Milwaukee $20 Million for Public Safety
Majority of ARPA funding to county will go toward court system's case backlog.
Mar 15th, 2022 by Graham KilmerBallots Mailed, Early Voting Begins March 22
Court ruling blocks use of drop boxes, but city has partial solution.
Mar 15th, 2022 by Jeramey JanneneMedia Groups Lobby for Tax Breaks
Should companies who buy ads from state broadcasters, newspapers get 50% tax credit?
Mar 15th, 2022 by Mike NicholsCan Ron Johnson Win Reelection?
His unfavorability ratings are high, but the politics of 2022 may be on his side.
Mar 15th, 2022 by Rob Mentzer, Wisconsin Public Radio‘You Are Heroes,’ Evers Tells Workers
Governor kicks off statewide tour to thank health and front-line workers who helped battle pandemic.
Mar 15th, 2022 by Shamane Mills, Wisconsin Public RadioBoard Okays $45 Million for New Museum
With little discussion, a 14-4 vote for $45 million in bonds and likely property tax increase.
Mar 15th, 2022 by Graham KilmerPocan Accuses Johnson of Homophobia
Congressman assails senator for opposing brother’s nomination to federal court, past comments on gays.
Mar 15th, 2022 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin ExaminerCounty Clerk George Christenson Running For New Job
Seeking to become clerk of circuit court, replacing John Barrett.
Mar 15th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene