Politics
Tosa PD Getting New Body Cameras
Under pressure from activists, Wauwatosa Common Council approves new body cameras for department.
Jul 2nd, 2020 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin ExaminerState Used Bulk of COVID-19 Relief for Businesses, Farms
New report from WEDC shows how the state spent $13.7 billion in federal and state aid.
Jul 2nd, 2020 by Elizabeth Dohms-Harter, Wisconsin Public RadioCouncil Grilling, But Advancing Mayoral Appointees
Most being confirmed unanimously after long meetings.
Jul 2nd, 2020 by Jeramey JanneneAppeals Court Allows Suppression of Black Votes
Cynical decision allows Republican suppression because it's all part of a partisan game.
Jul 1st, 2020 by Matt RothschildWho Benefits From the Madison Vandalism?
History suggests it could change the narrative, change voters’ views.
Jul 1st, 2020 by Bruce ThompsonState High Court Narrows Chance of Voter Purge
Rejects conservative group’s call for quick decision, delays oral arguments until 34 days before November election.
Jul 1st, 2020 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public RadioSuit Challenges ‘Marsy’s Law’ Amendment
Opponents of victim rights amendment argue voters were deceived about its provisions.
Jul 1st, 2020 by Bruce MurphyBaldwin Calls For Federal Safety Rules for Businesses
Uniformity needed, state-by-state pandemic rules leave businesses on "uneven playing field,” senator charges.
Jul 1st, 2020 by Allison Winter, Wisconsin ExaminerMore Police Transparency Needed
Law allows unnecessary delays for release of data.
Jul 1st, 2020 by Bill LuedersIt’s Patriotic To Wear a Mask
When in public protect your fellow Americans by wearing a mask.
Jul 1st, 2020 by State Sen. Jeff SmithRepublicans Flip-Flop on Local Control
First demanded local control of COVID-19 rules, now oppose county restrictions.
Jun 30th, 2020 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin ExaminerAppeals Court Upholds Early Voting Restriction
Overrules federal district court, upholds Republican restrictions on voting in Wisconsin.
Jun 30th, 2020 by Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio