Politics
The Long Road To End Solitary Confinement in Wisconsin
"The hole" is torture on those confined to it argue opponents at legislative action day.
Apr 26th, 2024 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin ExaminerMaking The Jump From ‘Inmate to ‘Voter’
Andron Lane's long journey to see his voting rights restored.
Apr 25th, 2024 by Devin Blake, Milwaukee Neighborhood News ServiceNew City Attorney Brings Back Deputy Who Departed Under Spencer
Mary Schanning will return to City Hall as one of Evan Goyke's top deputies.
Apr 25th, 2024 by Jeramey JanneneTwo Wisconsin Lawmakers Push “Right To Contraception” At State and Federal Levels
Congresswoman Gwen Moore and Rep. Lisa Subeck say protection would ensure personal autonomy.
Apr 25th, 2024 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin ExaminerBiden Announces Milwaukee As New “Workforce Hub” For Lead Pipe Removal
Contractor capacity has long been issue limiting ability to remove lead pipes.
Apr 25th, 2024 by Jeramey JannenePublic Hearing Considers New Rule for Election Observers
State elections commission consulted local election clerks, poll workers, political parties.
Apr 24th, 2024 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin ExaminerWisconsin’s Legislative Committees Uniquely Powerful?
Suit by Gov. Evers shows Wisconsin violating separation-of-powers doctrine.
Apr 24th, 2024 by Bruce ThompsonEric Hovde’s Brother Gives $1 Million to Group Attacking Tammy Baldwin
Steven Hovde supporting Super PAC running digital ads slamming US Sen. Baldwin.
Apr 24th, 2024 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public RadioLegislature Stalls Opioid Settlement Funds. Again
Joint Finance Committee fails to meet deadline to approve state DHS plan.
Apr 23rd, 2024 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin ExaminerProperty Owners Seek to Cash In on RNC
Metro area homes asking up to $7,000 a night during Republican National Convention.
Apr 23rd, 2024 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public RadioEvers Pledges State Will Plant 100 Million Trees by 2030
Governor announces plan as part of Earth Day celebration.
Apr 22nd, 2024 by Robert D'Andrea, Wisconsin Public RadioAlderman Won Office Owing Property Taxes
DiAndre Jackson has since paid off 2022 taxes but still owes for 2023.
Apr 22nd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene