Politics
GOP Could Bypass Evers, Gerrymander Again
Joint Resolution bill could prevent governor veto, gain second decade of gerrymandering.
Jul 29th, 2019 by Ruth Conniff, Wisconsin Examiner
How Evers Should Reform Criminal Justice
More pardons and commutations and ending solitary confinement would be a good start.
Jul 28th, 2019 by Sam Williams
Legislators Urge New Strategy on Budget
Stung by Republican cuts in funds to Milwaukee, city-based legislators search for new approach.
Jul 28th, 2019 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin Examiner
FPC Nominee Faces Cloud of Uncertainty
Council vote unclear on Griselda Aldrete, mayor's pick to lead Fire & Police Commission.
Jul 28th, 2019 by Edgar Mendez, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Task Force Wants Local Green New Deal
A joint City-County task force will tackle climate change and economic inequality.
Jul 26th, 2019 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
City May Sue Opioid Manufacturers
Murphy wants city attorney to consider suit for damages from opioid epidemic.
Jul 26th, 2019 by Alana Watson, Wisconsin Public Radio
“Bridge the City” Helps People Take Action
Local podcast's creators work to change narratives, spur civic action.
Jul 26th, 2019 by Edgar Mendez, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Sup. Alexander Wants More Public Input
County board, less than excited, votes to have the ordinance undergo a review.
Jul 25th, 2019 by Graham Kilmer
Sensenbrenner Pushes Mueller At Hearing
What is impeachable conduct, congressman probes. Mueller declines to answer.
Jul 25th, 2019 by Robin Bravender, Wisconsin Examiner
Limited Legal Pot Is Not Enough
Fully legal cannabis has far more economic, social and health benefits.
Jul 25th, 2019 by Dane County Executive Melissa Agard
25,000 Could Lose Food Share Benefits
Proposed change in federal SNAP program would cut off 25,000 state recipients.
Jul 25th, 2019 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Democratic Bill Allows Felons to Vote
They "pay taxes, pay rent, own homes” and should be able to vote, Sen. Taylor argues.
Jul 25th, 2019 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public Radio
