Politics
GOP Legislators Want Pandemic Aid for Tax Rebate
They propose $1 billion property tax rebate with aid based on value of homes.
Mar 31st, 2021 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin ExaminerTiffany Advised Daughters Against Getting Vaccine
Northern Wisconsin congressman makes false claims, contradicts public health guidance.
Mar 31st, 2021 by Rob Mentzer, Wisconsin Public RadioState Supreme Court Overrules Evers’ Emergency Powers
Decision says governor needs legislative approval to extend health emergency.
Mar 31st, 2021 by Laurel WhiteAbout That Foxconn Venture Capital Fund
Another big money promise for Wisconsin. Will this one pan out?
Mar 30th, 2021 by Bruce MurphyStudy Could Lead to Racial Preferences in Contracts
Council has sought change for more than a decade. Study will be released soon.
Mar 30th, 2021 by Jeramey JanneneState Appeals Court Races Getting More Partisan
With big donations from Uihlein, Menard, a 9-1 advantage for GOP-backed candidate.
Mar 30th, 2021 by Rob Mentzer, Wisconsin Public RadioBelling Doing His ‘Final’ Cruise
Conservative radio talker, 64, had stroke in 2019, but says he has no plans to retire.
Mar 29th, 2021 by Bruce MurphyEvers Plans $2.5 Billion In Business Aid
Governor vetoes bill giving Legislator say over how federal pandemic aid, saying it will cause delay.
Mar 29th, 2021 by Graham KilmerHow Baldwin Fought For Retiree Pensions
22,500 in Wisconsin, 1 million nationally faced massive cuts in their pensions.
Mar 29th, 2021 by Bill KaplanLegislature’s Budget Roadshow Coming Soon
Since 1985 regional budget hearings have been held. Planned for April, all in small towns.
Mar 29th, 2021 by Steven WaltersGun Owners for Gun Control
72% of NRA members support expanded background checks.
Mar 28th, 2021 by Dave CieslewiczFired Deputy Health Commissioner Questions Her Ouster
Dr. Griselle Torres was one of two department leaders fired when Commissioner Kirsten Johnson took over.
Mar 26th, 2021 by Matt Martinez, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service