Politics

Evers Considering Abandoned $1.1 Billion I-94 Expansion

Evers Considering Abandoned $1.1 Billion I-94 Expansion

The project was dropped by Gov. Scott Walker over it's huge price tag.

Data Wonk: The War Against Masks
Data Wonk

The War Against Masks

It’s the most cost effective way to slow the pandemic. So why such opposition?

City Hall: Black Members Blast Council President
City Hall

Black Members Blast Council President

Chevy Johnson won't take on 'status quo and complacency,' says former president Hamilton and six others.

Evers Won’t Issue New Shutdown Order

Evers Won’t Issue New Shutdown Order

Cites Republican and Supreme Court opposition even as state cases double in just one month.

City Hall: Milwaukee Mask Mandate Scaled Back
City Hall

Milwaukee Mask Mandate Scaled Back

Special council committee to debate it. Outdoor requirement scaled back, minimum age raised.

Op Ed: Sell Non-Core UW System Assets
Op Ed

Sell Non-Core UW System Assets

System may face $200 million deficit. What about the golf course, real estate, cell towers?

Wisconsin Budget: 32 Cities Devote Most Spending to Police
Wisconsin Budget

32 Cities Devote Most Spending to Police

One-third of state’s largest cities, including Milwaukee, spend more on police than any other function.

Op Ed: Please Honor Interdependence Day(s)
Op Ed

Please Honor Interdependence Day(s)

We’re all in this pandemic together. Please do your part.

Beloit Billionaire Starts Charter School

Beloit Billionaire Starts Charter School

Children need better schools, says Diane Hendricks. It’s “divide and conquer,” says city official.

City Hall: Election Commission Leader Barely Confirmed
City Hall

Election Commission Leader Barely Confirmed

Approved by 8-7 vote, with council members charging she lied during approval process.

Op Ed: County Parks Lost Funding to Bucks Arena
Op Ed

County Parks Lost Funding to Bucks Arena

Business leaders promised to seek funding for parks and museums. Where is it?

Legislators Who Opposed Pandemic Aid Grab Grants

Legislators Who Opposed Pandemic Aid Grab Grants

Robin Vos and three other Republicans who opposed federal grants got at least $150,000.