Politics
Outside Spending Tops $800,000 for Election
Most of special interest spending for spring election is for state school superintendent race.
Mar 17th, 2021 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Senate Passes Bill To Prevent Rape Kit Backlog
Bipartisan bill passed one year ago, but Assembly resisted.
Mar 16th, 2021 by Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio
Evers Is Wrong on I-94 Expansion
The proposal doesn't learn from history and contradicts the approach of Biden, Buttigieg.
Mar 16th, 2021 by John Norquist
Foxconn Could Invest $13 Billion
$3 billion more than original promised investment. But only if it decides to build electric cars. Which looks iffy.
Mar 16th, 2021 by Bruce Murphy
Judge Blomme Arrested On Child Pornography Charges
Investigation led by Attorney General Kaul cites judge's alleged use of Kik messaging app.
Mar 16th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
1-Week Waiting Period Back for Jobless Benefits
Previous waiver signed into law by Gov. Evers has expired. Will Legislature act?
Mar 16th, 2021 by Rachael Vasquez, Wisconsin Public Radio
Committee Okays $1 Fine For Pot Possession
Under state law county can't fully decriminalize. Full board next considers proposal.
Mar 16th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
Bill Ends Low Wages for Tipped Workers
Sub-minimum wage of $2.33 would be outlawed, requiring payment of minimum wage.
Mar 16th, 2021 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
RonAnon Courts National Infamy
Why all the conspiracy theories? It’s Ron Johnson’s calculated reelection strategy.
Mar 15th, 2021 by Bruce Murphy
Kerr, Underly Strike Sparks In Debate
Candidates for state school superintendent reveal very different views on voucher schools, other issues.
Mar 15th, 2021 by Catherine Capellaro, Wisconsin Examiner
Fight Over $5 Billon in Federal Aid
Republican Legislature's bill gives it oversight over federal stimulus money. Evers intends to veto it.
Mar 15th, 2021 by Steven Walters
Boycott the Uline Corporation
Company gave millions to group sponsoring Capitol insurrection, opposed pandemic measures, endangered employees’ health.
Mar 14th, 2021 by Matt Rothschild, Wisconsin Examiner
