Politics
Barrett Vetoes Inspector General
Council, Mayor at odds over how independent new position should be.
Oct 9th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
How Thompson Grew State Prisons
Number of prisoners rose from 4,867 to 20,536 under Gov. Thompson. Now he wants reform.
Oct 8th, 2018 by Steven Walters
Voter Impersonation Very Rare, Studies Show
It's the rationale for photo ID, but as rare as getting struck by lightning.
Oct 5th, 2018 by Cameron Smith and Dee J. Hall, Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
Both Parties See November Assembly Win
Vos and Hintz both talk about their plans should they run Assembly after election.
Oct 4th, 2018 by Shamane Mills, Wisconsin Public Radio
Land Trust Groups Work on Conservation
State’s 46 land trusts boast 25,000 members, have protected 538,000 acres in Wisconsin.
Oct 4th, 2018 by John Torinus
Liberal Outside Groups Spend Big
More spending for Democrats in five of six key state senate races.
Oct 4th, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Candidates Debate Foxconn-Style Subsidies
Walker has embraced huge subsidies he now wants for Kimberly Clark. Evers questions approach.
Oct 3rd, 2018 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public Radio
The Curious Campaign of Leah Vukmir
Her campaign seems to ignore poll data showing most disagree with her stands.
Oct 3rd, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Voter ID Lowered Turnout, Studies Show
Wisconsin, other states had lower turnout, especially by minority and college-age voters.
Oct 3rd, 2018 by Cameron Smith, Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
Gonda Resigns from Water Works
Longtime city employee resigns as Milwaukee Water Works director for job at UWM.
Oct 2nd, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Was Barrett Asleep on Health Department?
Problems may go back a decade and mayor deserves much blame, some alderman say.
Oct 2nd, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Will City Adopt a New Flag?
Arts Board doesn't seem crazy about "Peoples' Flag," has invited creators to next meeting.
Oct 2nd, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
