Politics
Local Officials Hail Opioid Settlement Funds
County executives Crowley, Farrow say resources will help fight opioid epidemic.
Jul 7th, 2021 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin ExaminerCouncil Ends City Attorney’s Review Power
Unanimous vote strips Spencer's ability to halt contracts and overrides Barrett veto.
Jul 7th, 2021 by Jeramey JanneneHow Evers Could Change State Budget
Governor’s veto power is wide ranging. Action by him expected this week.
Jul 7th, 2021 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public RadioEPA Administrator Tours Pulaski Park
Michael Regan calls MMSD and county project to revitalize KK River a national model.
Jul 6th, 2021 by Angeline TerryGrothman, Fitzgerald Dishonor State Heroes
Vote against removing Confederate statues from U.S. Capitol dishonors Civil War dead.
Jul 6th, 2021 by James RowenBill Requiring National Anthem Unworkable?
Youth sports leaders in state say Republican bill — for every kids' soccer game? — is overly broad.
Jul 5th, 2021 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin ExaminerPretty Sure It’s Corrupt
Initials of Public Service Commission have a second meaning: possible misconduct by Mike Huebsch.
Jul 5th, 2021 by Dave CieslewiczLegislature Is the Most Diverse in History
Many first served as local officials, many ran small businesses, some started as Capitol staffers.
Jul 5th, 2021 by Steven WaltersDemocratic Governors Association Spends Big
One of biggest spenders on elections in state, nearly $13.5 million since 2012.
Jul 4th, 2021 by Wisconsin Democracy CampaignWorkers In Janesville Feel Left Behind
Private equity firm moving company and all its jobs to Mexico.
Jul 4th, 2021 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin ExaminerWhose Vision Will Prevail In Budget Battle?
Republicans got their way in budget rewrite, but Evers' vetoes loom.
Jul 4th, 2021 by Melanie Conklin, Wisconsin ExaminerPlan Would Permit Sports Betting
At Oneida casino and properties in state. But may not boost economy much.
Jul 3rd, 2021 by Rob Mentzer, Wisconsin Public Radio