Politics
Vos Kisses Trump’s Ring
Humbling himself to placate right-wing zealots calling for Assembly Speaker's head.
Aug 23rd, 2021 by Matt RothschildClock Ticking on Ron Johnson’s Decision
Increase in his 'unfavorable' rating looms over decision whether to run for reelection.
Aug 23rd, 2021 by Steven WaltersJohnson Opposes Ventilators, Pushes Horse Medicine
FDA warns against using ivermectin: "You are not a horse."
Aug 23rd, 2021 by Bruce MurphyRepublicans Resist State Help for Afghan Refugees
Testin raises concerns over resettling refugees at Fort McCoy, Tiffany opposes plan.
Aug 23rd, 2021 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public RadioChild Tax Credits Cut Food Insecurity By 24%
Payments could lift 45,000 Wisconsin kids out of poverty if made permanent.
Aug 23rd, 2021 by Madeline Fox, Wisconsin Public RadioWiretapping Bill Raises Concerns
Some legislators, privacy advocates concerned about use of pen register and trap/trace devices.
Aug 22nd, 2021 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin ExaminerLet Students Help Change Schools
MPS, other systems should realize: it’s time for young people to lead the way.
Aug 22nd, 2021 by Dom Portis, Milwaukee Neighborhood News ServiceGOP Legislators Want to Hire More Private Attorneys
Fighting to retain Walker appointee as Natural Resources Board chair after his term expired.
Aug 21st, 2021 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin ExaminerSchool Boards Across State Face Arguments, ‘Bullying’
Three Oconomowoc board members resign, citing a “toxic” environment.
Aug 21st, 2021 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin ExaminerKaul, Crowley Call For Medicaid Expansion
Public officials and advocates partner to support proposals to lower healthcare costs.
Aug 20th, 2021 by Christine Hatfield, Wisconsin Public RadioPolice Were Defunded Before George Floyd
253 municipalities in state cut police funding in 2019 for budget reasons, report finds.
Aug 18th, 2021 by Bruce MurphyMost Republican Voters Want The Vaccine
Only a hard-core minority oppose it. So why are GOP politicians encouraging this, and risking our health?
Aug 18th, 2021 by Bruce Thompson