Politics

The State of Politics: Wisconsin’s Republican Roots Run Deep
The State of Politics

Wisconsin’s Republican Roots Run Deep

Party that will have its national convention here was founded in this state in 1854.

Wisconsin Supreme Court Limits Legislature’s Authority To Block Governor

Wisconsin Supreme Court Limits Legislature’s Authority To Block Governor

6-1 decision rules that legislators wrongly blocked DNR stewardship funding.

Glendale Mayor Warns More Election Harassment Coming

Glendale Mayor Warns More Election Harassment Coming

Bryan Kennedy says actions of election deniers at Tuesday's election were 'despicable.'

Environmentalists Say End of Chevron Doctrine Could Harm Wisconsin Waters

Environmentalists Say End of Chevron Doctrine Could Harm Wisconsin Waters

US Supreme Court ruling overturning 40-year-old precedent reduces EPA power.

Dueling Billboards Appear in Milwaukee In Lead Up to RNC

Dueling Billboards Appear in Milwaukee In Lead Up to RNC

Democrats, Republicans make appeals to voters, assail competing candidates.

Milwaukee Will Drop Private Security Licensing Requirement

Milwaukee Will Drop Private Security Licensing Requirement

New city attorney throws in towel on lawsuit, but vows to provide council with long-term solution.

Op-Ed: Unlocking Milwaukee’s Potential Through Smart Zoning Reform
Op-Ed

Unlocking Milwaukee’s Potential Through Smart Zoning Reform

Improving Milwaukee's zoning code would yield a more prosperous, inclusive and vibrant city.

Dane County Judge Strikes Down Parts of Act 10 Collective Bargaining Law

Dane County Judge Strikes Down Parts of Act 10 Collective Bargaining Law

Lawsuit argues law violates state Constitution by treating different public unions differently.

City Hall: Council Wants State to Ban Bump Stocks
City Hall

Council Wants State to Ban Bump Stocks

Newly-relegalized gun modifier allows them to be fired at a speed compared to machine guns.

Milwaukee Businesses Closing During RNC

Milwaukee Businesses Closing During RNC

Whether in protest or by necessity, many shutdowns during convention, July 15-18.

Data Wonk: Counting the Lies By Trump
Data Wonk

Counting the Lies By Trump

The other side of his debate with Joe Biden.

Wisconsin Supreme Court Accepts Abortion Rights Cases

Wisconsin Supreme Court Accepts Abortion Rights Cases

Both would advance abortion rights. Justices already bickering about cases.