Politics

Could Ben Wikler Nationalize Wisconsin-Style Campaigning?

Could Ben Wikler Nationalize Wisconsin-Style Campaigning?

Wisconsin Democratic Chair seeks to become national party leader.

MKE County: Supervisors Question Jail Leaders Following Audit
MKE County

Supervisors Question Jail Leaders Following Audit

Sheriff Ball says they're taking steps to fix 'deeply alarming' issues cited by audit.

Former Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice David Prosser Dies

Former Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice David Prosser Dies

Prosser served nearly 2 decades on high court after 18 years as a legislator.

Dane County Judge Overrules 60 Sections of Act 10

Dane County Judge Overrules 60 Sections of Act 10

Decision largely invalidates 2011 Walker-era law decimating public unions.

Murphy’s Law: State Taking Over County Pension System
Murphy’s Law

State Taking Over County Pension System

After 87 years, all new county employees will become part of state system.

The State of Politics: Will Legislature Change Election Laws?
The State of Politics

Will Legislature Change Election Laws?

Republicans may back earlier recount of absentee ballots -- along with other changes.

How Legal Loophole Allows Massive Campaign Donations

How Legal Loophole Allows Massive Campaign Donations

Wisconsin ended $10,000 cap, allowing individual donors to give millions.

Wisconsin’s Ben Wikler Enters Race for DNC Chair

Wisconsin’s Ben Wikler Enters Race for DNC Chair

State chairman has helped Democrats win 7 of 10 statewide races.

Op Ed: Time For Legislators to Work Together
Op Ed

Time For Legislators to Work Together

For years Republican legislators froze out Democrats. Fair maps should change that.

Transportation: County Board Will Vote on Airport Ride-Share Fees
Transportation

County Board Will Vote on Airport Ride-Share Fees

Proposal adds $3 fee for companies like Uber and Lyft giving rides to Mitchell airport.

36 MATC Students Become ‘Citizens by Choice’

36 MATC Students Become ‘Citizens by Choice’

College's four-month citizenship preparation classes helps students pass the tests.

Host Committee Raised $92 Million for RNC in Milwaukee 

Host Committee Raised $92 Million for RNC in Milwaukee 

Mostly from MMAC foundation. Committee may donate a few million leftover to community.