Wisconsin Examiner
New Voices Join Voting Rights Battle
Business leaders, faith groups and the disabled oppose bills creating barriers to voting.
Jun 15th, 2021 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
Courts Block Pandemic Aid to Restaurants
Will hurt thousands of restaurants, prevent “much needed raises” for workers, Milwaukee owner laments.
Jun 15th, 2021 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
Budget Surplus Offers ‘Golden Opportunity’
Report details how $4.4 billion state surplus could be used to improve Wisconsin.
Jun 14th, 2021 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
Rushed Redistricting Bill Drafted In March
No author listed for bill, but drafting notes show it was requested by Robin Vos.
Jun 13th, 2021 by Melanie Conklin, Wisconsin Examiner
Assembly Leaders Accused of ‘Systemic Racism’
Republicans use racist retaliation, punish free speech, Democratic legislators charge.
Jun 12th, 2021 by Melanie Conklin, Wisconsin Examiner
State High Court Blocks School Closures
Local health departments can’t order closures, 4-3 Supreme Court decision rules.
Jun 12th, 2021 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
Republican Plan Loses $2.3 Billion for Schools
State lawmakers slashed education funding below federal minimum requirements.
Jun 11th, 2021 by Ruth Conniff, Wisconsin Examiner
State Senate Debates Anti-Defund Police Bill
Bill cuts state aid to cities at same level as any reductions in law enforcement spending.
Jun 10th, 2021 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin Examiner
Legislators Pushed to Revise Schools Budget
Congressional Democrats warn that Republican budget could lose state $1.5 billion in federal aid.
Jun 9th, 2021 by Ruth Conniff, Wisconsin Examiner
15 State Projects Included in House Infrastructure Bill
Rep. Moore requested $19 million for projects in Milwaukee.
Jun 9th, 2021 by Laura Olson, Wisconsin Examiner
State Now Projects $4.4 Billion Windfall
Fiscal bureau projects far more tax revenue than expected for 2021-2023.
Jun 9th, 2021 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
Why Is There A Worker Shortage?
Employers disagree, but big decline in child care centers could be a key issue.
Jun 8th, 2021 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
