Politics

Hunger Task Force Prepares for Lapse in Federal Food Assistance

Hunger Task Force Prepares for Lapse in Federal Food Assistance

Food bank stocking up as federal funding halted because of shutdown.

Wisconsin Sexual Assault Victims Could Get More Time To Pursue Charges

Wisconsin Sexual Assault Victims Could Get More Time To Pursue Charges

Bill would extend statute of limitations beyond current 10-year limit.

City Hall: A New Solution for City’s Cracked Sidewalks?
City Hall

This content is only for members A New Solution for City’s Cracked Sidewalks?

Idea proposed by Ald. Coggs would also save property owners money.

Data Wonk: Can New Legal Challenge Reshape State’s Congressional Districts?
Data Wonk

Can New Legal Challenge Reshape State’s Congressional Districts?

Can more competitive districts be created and what would they look like?

Milwaukee Spends Millions Each Year Repairing Damage by Reckless Drivers

This content is only for membersMilwaukee Spends Millions Each Year Repairing Damage by Reckless Drivers

For the first time, city is breaking out the costs. It's a lot.

Transportation: Rep. Steil Wants to Ban Free Bus Rides
Transportation

Rep. Steil Wants to Ban Free Bus Rides

Republican Congressman targets MCTS with bill banning 'universal fare free.' MCTS says it has no such policy.

Police Union, City Reach Tentative Labor Agreement

Police Union, City Reach Tentative Labor Agreement

Contentious, long negotiation ends with voluntary agreement.

Republican Eric Toney Running Again for Wisconsin Attorney General

Republican Eric Toney Running Again for Wisconsin Attorney General

Fond du Lac County district attorney seeks rematch against Democrat Josh Kaul.

Tariffs on Wood Products Not Helping Wisconsin Producers

Tariffs on Wood Products Not Helping Wisconsin Producers

Saw mills, flooring mills in state going out of business. Furniture makers hurting.

WI Republican Party Treasurer Resigns, Cites ‘Dysfunctional Leadership’

WI Republican Party Treasurer Resigns, Cites ‘Dysfunctional Leadership’

Kelly Ruh decries lack of 'strategic plan, defined objectives, measurable outcomes.'

Wisconsin DOJ Appeals Court Ruling Creating New Barrier for Voting

Wisconsin DOJ Appeals Court Ruling Creating New Barrier for Voting

Thousands of voters could be barred from polls. DOJ urges quick action by appeals court.

Audit Finds a Quarter of Wisconsin Schools Missed Financial Deadlines

Audit Finds a Quarter of Wisconsin Schools Missed Financial Deadlines

Legislative Audit Bureau report recommends changes to DPI to improve procedures.