Politics
Republicans Seek to Limit Governor’s Veto
Legislators propose constitutional amendment to bar partial vetoes increasing spending.
Jul 10th, 2019 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public RadioEvers Says Foxconn Won’t Meet Jobs Goals
Governor tells CNBC the company will likely hire 1500 employees, not 1800.
Jul 9th, 2019 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public RadioCouncil Passes New Tow Truck Rules
Private operators must must file forms regarding any "drops". Next could be report cards.
Jul 9th, 2019 by Jeramey JanneneWhy the Minimum Wage Won’t Rise
It's all about the stories we’re told and who is getting paid to tell them.
Jul 9th, 2019 by Bruce MurphyScooters Legalized But Not on Sidewalks
City's action means scooters could be back on streets soon, but fined for using sidewalks.
Jul 9th, 2019 by Jeramey JanneneState Budget Fell Short on Highways?
Legislators in both parties say budget lacked long-term solution to state’s transportation woes.
Jul 8th, 2019 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public RadioKamala Is Dead Wrong on Busing
And the Milwaukee busing plan was a dramatic example of this.
Jul 8th, 2019 by George MitchellHealthy Economy Buys New State Spending
Which helps explain budget victory being claimed by both parties.
Jul 8th, 2019 by Steven WaltersDon’t Punish Victims of Human Trafficking
Safe Harbor legislation would stop the unnecessary incarceration of trafficked girls.
Jul 6th, 2019 by Dana World-Patterson, Milwaukee Neighborhood News ServiceJonathan Brostoff Finally Cuts His Hair
Legislator discusses his sign language interpreter bill and why he grew his hair for this.
Jul 5th, 2019 by Jeramey JanneneState Rewards Top Child Care Centers
Department Of Children And Families now gives higher payments to higher rated providers.
Jul 5th, 2019 by Shamane Mills, Wisconsin Public RadioWhat’s Happening With State’s Youth Prisons?
Three key developments affecting Wisconsin’s troubled youth correctional facilities.
Jul 4th, 2019 by Allison Dikanovic, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service