Politics

Can Police Be Defunded?

Can Police Be Defunded?

Milwaukee spends 125 times more on cops than violence prevention. Chief Morales fights call to change funding priorities.

Op Ed: More Water Infrastructure Funding Needed
Op Ed

More Water Infrastructure Funding Needed

Federal spending for water pipelines, sewage system, etc. is just one-eighth of what it was in 1970s.

Op Ed: Biden Needs a Smarter Jobs Platform
Op Ed

Biden Needs a Smarter Jobs Platform

The presidential hopeful doesn't have a jobs program tailored to the 21st Century.

For Members Only: Virtual Q+A With State Rep. David Bowen
For Members Only

Virtual Q+A With State Rep. David Bowen

Hear Bowen discuss his time in the legislature, and his involvement in protests against racial injustice.

Ald. Coggs Wants To Increase Internet Access

Ald. Coggs Wants To Increase Internet Access

Remote work and education has made internet access a necessity.

Rep. Grothman Calls for Schools to Reopen In-Person

Rep. Grothman Calls for Schools to Reopen In-Person

Grothman says no one for reopening in-person wants children at risk.

Wisconsin Politicians Split Down Party Lines on Unemployment

Wisconsin Politicians Split Down Party Lines on Unemployment

Dems want money in people's hands, Republican's don't.

UW System, State Government Looking At Budget Cuts

UW System, State Government Looking At Budget Cuts

Gov. Evers said state agencies need to cut $250 million.

How Rejected Ballots Will Affect Upcoming Election
Public Defender Announces Candidacy for Circuit Court Judge

Public Defender Announces Candidacy for Circuit Court Judge

Katie Kegel is running for judgeship held by 24-year incumbent.

Pandemic May Decimate State Aid to Local Governments

Pandemic May Decimate State Aid to Local Governments

New report shows the state may have to cut revenue sent to local governments.

State Reviewing Foxconn Jobs Report

State Reviewing Foxconn Jobs Report

The review will determine whether the company is eligible for the tax credits.