Politics
Why Vote for MPS Funding Referendum
A 'yes' vote means more teachers and paraprofessionals and better educated students.
Mar 30th, 2024 by Nehemiah EdwardsSecond Recall Effort Aimed At Robin Vos
Driven by same organizers behind first recall attempt, who appeared to be short of required signatures.
Mar 28th, 2024 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public RadioOnly 10 of State’s 56 Races for Circuit Court Judge Are Contested
Just one of 12 judges in Milwaukee County face an opponent on April ballot.
Mar 28th, 2024 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin ExaminerGranholm Touts ‘Investing In America’ Initiative On Milwaukee Visit
Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm cites impact on Milwaukee, three area companies.
Mar 28th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich85 School Districts Asking Voters for $1.4 Billion Funding
April ballot referendums driven by rising costs and inadequate state funding, officials say.
Mar 28th, 2024 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin ExaminerCrowley Vetoes Big Salary Hikes for Elected Officials
36% pay hikes passed by board are 'unprecedented and irresponsible,' Crowley chides.
Mar 28th, 2024 by Graham KilmerEvers Signs Bills Addressing Judges’ Safety and Human Sex Trafficking
29 bills signed by governor also address school safety and crime victims.
Mar 28th, 2024 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin ExaminerVos Recall Organizers Ask Dane County Judge For More Time
Lawsuit by Vos says they lack enough signatures. Recall group seeks delay until Supreme Court decides which district voting map applies.
Mar 27th, 2024 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public RadioRep. Gallagher’s Supporters Chide ‘Grifters’ Backing His Expulsion
GOP division as Marjorie Taylor Greene pushes House Speaker to expel Gallagher.
Mar 27th, 2024 by Joe Schulz, Wisconsin Public RadioHow Partisan Divide on Education Hurts State
Some schools with poor students have success. Why aren't we learning from that?
Mar 27th, 2024 by Bruce ThompsonApril Voters Will Weigh In on School Culture Wars
Activist school board members in Cudahy, Waukesha and other suburbs up for reelection.
Mar 26th, 2024 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public RadioRep. Shankland Sells Her Record in 3rd Congressional District Race
Democratic legislator seeks to beat Republican U.S. Rep. Derrick Van Orden.
Mar 26th, 2024 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner