Politics
Here Are Your Open Government Rights
How you can make sure government meetings and records remain open to the people.
Nov 4th, 2019 by Tom Kamenick
Mayor, Officials Denounce Acid Attack
Barrett says Trump’s rhetoric has fed anger leading to such attacks.
Nov 4th, 2019 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
State Ranks 41st in Internet Speed
Broadband expansion is badly needed in Wisconsin.
Nov 4th, 2019 by State Sen. Jeff Smith
Online World Transforms Capitol Coverage
Biggest surprise: More journalists than ever may be covering the Capitol.
Nov 4th, 2019 by Steven Walters
Safe Houses for Domestic Violence Victims Proposed
87% of victims request housing help. Proposal budgets $100,000 for temporary housing.
Nov 4th, 2019 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
‘Shhh! It’s a Secret…’
Legislators’ refusal to release records violates law, requires legal challenges.
Nov 2nd, 2019 by Bill Lueders
Paging 402,000 People Lacking Health Care
Evers administration urges enrollment in state health insurance marketplace. You have until December 15.
Nov 2nd, 2019 by Melanie Conklin, Wisconsin Examiner
Senate Targets Evers’ Agriculture Secretary
Fitzgerald warns governor that Senate won't confirm Brad Pfaff, which means he’ll be fired.
Nov 2nd, 2019 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public Radio
Sean Duffy’s Rocky Start
Congressman-turned-CNN commentator gets roasted for his comments, even by his new colleagues.
Nov 1st, 2019 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
State Jobs Will Go Unfilled
Republican Finance Committee co-chairs refuse Evers request for 60 new hires in state government.
Nov 1st, 2019 by Melanie Conklin, Wisconsin Examiner
Legislators May Hike Public Defenders Pay
Plan would more closely align state public defenders’ pay with that of state prosecutors.
Nov 1st, 2019 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public Radio
The Return of Paul Ryan
His new foundation could help Ryan plan and promote his post-Trump political career.
Oct 31st, 2019 by Ruth Conniff, Wisconsin Examiner
