Politics
Holding Election Angers Municipal Officials
“It’s madness.” Statewide shortage of 7,000 poll workers.
Apr 6th, 2020 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public RadioHolding the Election Could Kill People
Vos and Fitzgerald must wake up. There's overwhelming evidence that people gathering for election will spread disease.
Apr 5th, 2020 by Tom NelsonChange Lame Duck Law, Baldwin Urges Legislators
Republican law passed to limit governor’s power prevents him from getting federal funding for COVID-19.
Apr 5th, 2020 by Melanie Conklin, Wisconsin ExaminerMilwaukee County Board of Supervisors Candidates
Only three of the 18 races are contested.
Apr 5th, 2020 by Jeramey JanneneWisconsin GOP Leaders Make No Election Changes in Special Session
And appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court to block absentee balloting extension.
Apr 4th, 2020 by Rob Mentzer, Wisconsin Public RadioWho Will Be Denied Medical Resources?
State’s disability groups call for equal treatment should life-saving supplies need to be rationed.
Apr 4th, 2020 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin ExaminerAppeals Court Upholds Absentee Ballot Extension
Denies Republican appeal but restores requirement for witness signature on absentee ballots.
Apr 4th, 2020 by Ruth Conniff, Wisconsin ExaminerWI Congressional Delegation Backs Federal Help
All back CARES Act and Evers' disaster declaration for Wisconsin.
Apr 4th, 2020 by Megan Hart, Wisconsin Public RadioMayoral Candidate Sues To Delay Election
Lena Taylor's suit alleges African Americans disenfranchised by city's changes to early voting.
Apr 4th, 2020 by Jeramey JanneneElection Includes Constitutional Amendment
Ballot has controversial victims' rights amendment with bipartisan support and opposition.
Apr 4th, 2020 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public RadioCommon Council Candidates
Ten contested races could reshape 15-member council.
Apr 4th, 2020 by Jeramey JanneneDrive-Up Voting
City service runs through this weekend, offers alternative to mail-in and in-person voting.
Apr 3rd, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene