Politics
32 Cities Devote Most Spending to Police
One-third of state’s largest cities, including Milwaukee, spend more on police than any other function.
Jul 7th, 2020 by Tamarine CorneliusPlease Honor Interdependence Day(s)
We’re all in this pandemic together. Please do your part.
Jul 7th, 2020 by Tom NelsonBeloit Billionaire Starts Charter School
Children need better schools, says Diane Hendricks. It’s “divide and conquer,” says city official.
Jul 7th, 2020 by Ruth Conniff, Wisconsin ExaminerElection Commission Leader Barely Confirmed
Approved by 8-7 vote, with council members charging she lied during approval process.
Jul 7th, 2020 by Jeramey JanneneCounty Parks Lost Funding to Bucks Arena
Business leaders promised to seek funding for parks and museums. Where is it?
Jul 7th, 2020 by Patricia JursikLegislators Who Opposed Pandemic Aid Grab Grants
Robin Vos and three other Republicans who opposed federal grants got at least $150,000.
Jul 7th, 2020 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin ExaminerFire & Police Leader Withdraws
FPC Executive Director Griselda Aldrete says council values spectacle over merit.
Jul 6th, 2020 by Jeramey JanneneMiller Park To Be Early Voting Site
Milwaukee residents will be able to vote for President at ballpark.
Jul 6th, 2020 by Jeramey JanneneHistory May Be Written By Wisconsin
State’s Democratic leaders writing a national platform to address racial equity that could lead to historic legislation.
Jul 6th, 2020 by Tom Nelson5 Pragmatic Solutions Biden Could Offer
Trump in free-fall, nation needs leadership. Here’s what Biden should do.
Jul 5th, 2020 by John TorinusState GOP Holding Convention in Hot Spot
In-person Republican convention next week in Brown County which has second-highest COVID-19 outbreak.
Jul 5th, 2020 by James RowenState Sees Decline in Contested Local Elections
Report also finds trends toward lower voter turnout and civic engagement.
Jul 5th, 2020 by Rob Mentzer, Wisconsin Public Radio