Politics
Tavern League Still Has Clout in Capitol
Which is why bill to criminalize drunk driving unlikely to get legislative approval.
Jan 16th, 2019 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Evers, GOP Lawmakers Seek Common Ground
But Republicans won't budget on accepting expanded federal funds for Medicaid.
Jan 16th, 2019 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public Radio
Impact of Drivers Licenses for Immigrants
In a tight labor market 22,000 undocumented immigrants who are workers could get a drivers license.
Jan 15th, 2019 by Tamarine Cornelius
Problems Continue At State Youth Prisons
Pepper spray and solitary confinement still used, staffing shortage persists, report finds.
Jan 15th, 2019 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public Radio
Power Line Companies Give Big to Legislators
ATC and Dairyland Power give $338,000 to state politicians, seek controversial transmission line.
Jan 15th, 2019 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
The Incredible Decline of State Roads Funding
Nonpartisan report shows percent of state taxes going to transportation fell 48% since 1970.
Jan 15th, 2019 by George Mitchell
Evers Sells Vision to Local Leaders
Governor urges business leaders to help two parties find common ground on tough issues.
Jan 14th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
How Shutdown Is Hurting State
Impact on farmers, Native Americans, food processing companies and more.
Jan 14th, 2019 by Bill Kaplan
State Loses Political Power in Washington
Of all states, Wisconsin and Michigan have lost the most clout in D.C., experts say.
Jan 14th, 2019 by Steven Walters
Why I Oppose Marsy’s Law
State holds hearing on bill that’s arguably unconstitutional and a proposal bankrolled by a billionaire.
Jan 13th, 2019 by Matt Rothschild
2 Million College Students Lack Food Stamps
Federal GAO report finds food insecurity for 9% to more than 50% of college students.
Jan 11th, 2019 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio
Vos Offers Bipartisan Terms to Evers
Republican letter to governor suggests possible compromise on income tax cut, school spending, health care.
Jan 11th, 2019 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public Radio
