Politics
GOP Legislators Delay Funds for Homeless, Farmers
Evers, Democrats push for state spending approved in budget, Republicans want review by Senate.
Jul 24th, 2019 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public RadioNo Streetcar Expansion in Time for DNC
Proposal held again. Marcoux, Hamilton fight over future of streetcar.
Jul 23rd, 2019 by Jeramey JanneneThe New Paul Ryan
That’s how admirers view Rep. Mike Gallagher. Can Democrat Amanda Stuck beat him?
Jul 23rd, 2019 by Bruce MurphyNew DNR Head Has Agenda of Change
Climate change, lead laterals and CAFO-polluted private wells are top concerns.
Jul 22nd, 2019 by Steven WaltersEnough of Divide-and-Conquer Politics
Once again Vos and Fitzgerald try to scapegoat Milwaukee.
Jul 22nd, 2019 by State Sen. Jeff SmithLegislators Want to Protect ACA Coverage
Laws needed to assure health coverage continues if courts overrule it, Democrats say.
Jul 22nd, 2019 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin ExaminerAlderman Seeks Fireworks Restrictions
Citing rampant fireworks use, Johnson pushes state law to prevent sales across county lines.
Jul 22nd, 2019 by Alana Watson, Wisconsin Public RadioThe Game is Rigged in Wisconsin
We wouldn’t tolerate a rigged football game. Why allow a rigged democracy?
Jul 21st, 2019 by Spencer Black$831 Million Plan Aims to Stop Asian Carp
Representatives of Great Lakes states and Canadian provinces discussing partnership.
Jul 20th, 2019 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public RadioVos Previews Assembly’s Fall Agenda
Possible legislation in three areas: water quality, suicide prevention and adoption.
Jul 20th, 2019 by Melanie Conklin, Wisconsin ExaminerThree Scooter Companies Apply to Operate in Milwaukee
Lime, Bird and Spin could all have scooters on city streets in the coming weeks.
Jul 19th, 2019 by Jeramey JanneneHow Polarized Are State Politicians?
Study of roll call votes shows Wisconsin 11th most polarized in the nation.
Jul 19th, 2019 by Aaron Weinschenk, WisContext