Politics
How to Solve City, County Pension Problems
Massive costs need bold, innovative solutions and state legislation.
Jan 11th, 2022 by W. Gordon Hamlin, Jr.
Bail Reform Debate Proceeds Without Data
GOP bills react to Waukesha parade killings without full knowledge of state bail system.
Jan 11th, 2022 by Henry Redman
Court Rejects Kaul Suit to Stop GOP Election Probe’s Subpoena
But judge warns she could reopen case if Gableman seek penalties against WEC leader.
Jan 11th, 2022 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public Radio
State High Court Disallows GOP Congressmen’s Amended Political Map
But will consider amended maps by Evers and Black Leaders Organizing for Communities.
Jan 11th, 2022 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
Milwaukee Starts Over On Redistricting, Only To Adopt Same Map Again
Effort to expand Latino influence won't stand up to legal challenges says City Attorney. Alderwoman says council "hoodwinked" and "railroaded."
Jan 10th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
One Board Seat Will Have a Blank Ballot
Dist. 18 Sup. Russell Antonio Goodwin, Sr. didn't get enough signatures to be listed on Spring 2022 ballot.
Jan 10th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
City Could Sue Reckless Drivers in Civil Court
Could allow seizure of repeat offenders' cars. But is City Attorney trying to delay civil suits?
Jan 10th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Will Evers’ Pardons Hurt Him In Election?
He’s bragging about setting a record. Will Republicans use it in attack ad?
Jan 10th, 2022 by Bruce Murphy
Evers Raises Millions More Than Kleefisch
Governor raises $5 million in second half of 2021, compared to $3.3 million for Kleefisch.
Jan 10th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio
Waukesha Schools Beset By Political Battles
All signs supporting student groups taken down. Citizens group files federal complaint.
Jan 10th, 2022 by Terry Falk, Wisconsin Examiner
Robin Vos ‘Selling Out Democracy’?
Hintz looks back at four years as Assembly minority leader and how Republicans ‘lost their way.’
Jan 10th, 2022 by Melanie Conklin, Wisconsin Examiner
Bill Would Make Damaging Historical Property a Felony
Sponsors bring up damage to statues during 2020 Black Lives Matter protests.
Jan 9th, 2022 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin Examiner
