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Biden Can Win Wisconsin

His state staff, money raised and poll results all bode well.

The City of Milwaukee Phase 4 Assessment Update—MKE Cares mask ordinance in effect & clarification on school openings

Baldwin Bill Pushes Transitional Jobs

Pandemic dramatizes long-term issue of job shortages, issue pushed by policy analyst David Riemer.

The City of Milwaukee Phase 4 Assessment Update

Massive Voting Rights Mural Planned for Downtown Building

Shepard Fairey, designer of iconic Obama Hope image, will bring his work to Milwaukee in time for DNC.

The City of Milwaukee Phase 4 Assessment Update

Appeals Court Upholds Early Voting Restriction

Overrules federal district court, upholds Republican restrictions on voting in Wisconsin.

State’s DACA Recipients Vow to ‘Push On’

Saved by Supreme Court decision, some say they will fight for more immigration reform.

Protests Spur a Wave of Public Art

Murals and chalk art become a growing presence as marchers fill streets.

Could Biden Pick Baldwin for Vice President?

Tammy Baldwin still on Biden's short list, has survived considerable scrutiny.

Trump Suit Against TV Station Questioned

Lawyer for Rhinelander TV station that ran anti-Trump ad calls for suit’s dismissal: it’s the “highest form of protected speech.”

How Bad Is The Pandemic Recession?

The numbers tell a sobering story. Will policymakers learn from it?

America’s Police State

20% of police served in the military, and tend to get more complaints of excessive force.

Why the Protests Won’t End

9 reasons why the protests are different this time.

The City of Milwaukee Moves to Phase 3 of COVID-19 Orders

Mayor Barrett Announces Creation of Commission on Police Accountability and Reform

Northside Testing Center Up and Running

A new center, replacing one shut down more than a week ago, started testing Monday.

John Menard and Trump, Together Again

One-time friends had falling out, but now Menard will help president plan economic rebound.

U.S. Needs an Infrastructure Plan

The dam failings in Michigan dramatize a pressing national concern.

Democratic Party County Chair Chris Walton Announces Candidacy for State Assembly, District 17

State Urges Supreme Court to Keep ACA Intact

AG Kaul filed a brief as a friend-of-the-court in Supreme Court Case.

Should the Federal Government Keep its Word?

The Supreme Court says yes, except Justice Alito, who sees things differently.

Scott Walker Loses Again

Federal court rejects his group’s challenge of non-partisan redistricting in Michigan.

Trump Suit Threatens the Press

Defamation suit against small Wisconsin TV station could push media companies to be more cautious.

Trump, Johnson Resisted on Pandemic Policy

Their push to cut WHO funding criticized by American Medical Association, U.S. Chamber of Commerce.

Democrats Ahead on Campaign Donations

State Democratic Party raised nine times more than state Republican Party in 2020.

Dan Kelly’s Ideology Is 100% Relevant

He was appointed to maintain Republican power and will overrule legal precedents to accomplish this.

Can Sanders Win Wisconsin?

Youth vote carried him to victory in 2016 primary. 2020 could be different.

On 10th Anniversary, Affordable Care Act At Risk

Activists hold telephone rallies, cite Act's importance amid the pandemic.

State Republicans Now Love Trump

Big change from 2016, when GOP and talk radio opposed him, now 95% view him favorably.

Evers Less Liberal Than National Democrats?

In once Progressive Wisconsin, state’s Democrats no longer in vanguard of their party.

Both Parties Court City’s Black Voters

After low Milwaukee turnout in 2016 presidential election, both parties seeking support of black voters.

UWM Vice chancellor named one of 25 Influential Black Women in Business

Scott Walker Battles Eric Holder

And former Wisconsin governor doesn’t do so well.

Yes, Billionaires Should Exist

Beware of presidential candidates with all THE ANSWERS.

Five Libraries to Add Green Infrastructure

$1.6 million for green roofs, porous pavement, bioswales, trees and more.

State Voters Lean Against Medicare for All

Poll shows 47% prefer it while 53% prefer improving Affordable Care Act.

The Man Who Dreamed of Locks

How Harry Soref built a company that produced 80,000 padlocks per day.

Who Should Win the Oscars?

And a documentary film, American Factory, that deserves to be singled out.

What Is the Future of Big Tech?

Big Tech's fast-paced expansion and monopolization remade the world, but what comes next?

Trump Running On The Economy

But warning signs are flashing nationally and in Wisconsin.

Project Pitch It television program returns Feb. 8

Show features student entrepreneurs in 4th season; Launch event to be held at Stritch Feb. 5

Custer’s Last Stand in Milwaukee

There’s still a city street that honors him. Or is it named after a Town of Granville settler?

What Would Martin Luther King Think?

What would he make of Trump, and the 2020 Democratic challengers?

DNC Chair Talks Healthcare in Milwaukee

Chair Tom Perez is touring 2020 battle ground states discussing health care.

Trump Visit Draws Protests Downtown

Protests and police maneuvers may be a taste of DNC 2020.

Trump’s Flights of Fancy at Rally

President's speech in Milwaukee filled with exaggerations and made-up numbers.

Huge Drop in Refugees Resettled Since 2016

Wisconsin resettled 480 refugees in 2019, compared to nearly 1,877 in 2016.

State Occupational Licenses Under Scrutiny

Legislators, pushed by conservative groups, seek to review, relax occupational licensing.

The Return of Texas v. U.S.

Case could kill ACA, leave 18 million without health insurance. Which states would be hurt most?

It’s All About Black Milwaukee

2020 election spotlight on one group of voters in one city. What does it all mean?

Supreme Court Candidate Dan Kelly Tried to Hide Blog Posts From Public After Judicial Appointment

Dan Kelly's Failed Attempt to Scrub Writings Reveals Extreme Views and Contempt for Transparency

Another Special Election Controversy

This time Gov. Evers accused of playing politics on filling 7th congressional district seat.

Report Assails Short Term Health Plans

Boosted by Trump, proliferating across state, offering inadequate coverage.

Talgo Trains Return to Milwaukee

After 5 years in storage, trains built for Wisconsin may be used on Pacific Northwest line.

Trump Picks Camp David Over Milwaukee

G7 summit to be held at Presidential retreat, not downtown Milwaukee site Barrett offered.

Could Doyle Have Saved High Speed Rail?

And could the state still get it some day? Last in a series.

How Republicans Became Anti-Train

The politics of resentment replaced business-oriented development, as Tommy Thompson would learn. Part 8 of series.

The Charter School Dilemma

They perform better and are supported by most black voters — but opposed by most white Democrats.

State’s Talgo Trains Still Sit Idle

Since Republicans killed deal with manufacturer, trains have sat unused in Beech Grove, Indiana. Part 6 of series.

Johnson Dodges Questions About Trump, Ukraine

Wisconsin senator has become one of Trump's most vocal defenders.

California Got Most of State’s $810 Million

But unlike Wisconsin’s “shovel ready” train project, California’s hit many obstacles. 5th in a series.

U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Urges CMS to Increase Childhood Lead Screenings

Senators Urging CMS to Address Gaps in Key Data used to Inform Prevention

Decision to Refuse Train Funding “Purely Political”

LaHood says Walker wanted to kill a Democratic plan created by Doyle and Obama. Part 4 of series.

Big Jump in State Support for Impeachment

Marquette Poll finds 46% of those surveyed now back inquiry, up from 29% in April.

How Walker and Sykes Killed the Train

With constant support from talk radio, Walker rejected fully funded, $810 million rail project. Part 3 in a series.

Stimulus Program Funded Entire Rail Project

How Doyle administration got $800 million "100 percent funded” high speed rail. Part two in a series.

What Walker Cost Wisconsin

New report shows big decline in federal aid for state while he was governor.

Airbnb Says Milwaukee is Fastest Growing Destination

You can stay in the Boat House, an East Side mansion or a Riverwest living room via the popular service.

Behind Wisconsin’s Abandoned High Speed Rail

Former Gov. Tommy Thompson laid groundwork for the project that Gov. Scott Walker killed.

Walker Headlines Event of Controversial Preacher

Preacher has tweeted Obama "ought to be hung for treason," defended Rep. King's (R-Iowa) widely condemned comments

An Upcoming Battle in Trump Country

Duffy’s resignation in state’s northern congressional district gives Democrats hopes they can win it.

Not Leaving Due to Trump, Sensenbrenner Says

Retiring congressman reflects on long career and why he’s retiring now.

Gerrymandering Is Built on Lies

Which is why the North Carolina plan was overruled. Wisconsin’s is very similar.

Milwaukee 2020 Host Committee Announces Events & Production Staff

Host committee launches online portal for venues

GOP Congressman Sean Duffy Resigning

Northern Wisconsin Republican wants to focus on his growing family.

DPW Chair Ben Wikler Statement on Black Women’s Equal Pay Day

"On equal pay day we recognize that despite the work of generations of activists to ensure equal rights, a black woman, on average, will make 61 cents on the dollar to a white man doing the same job."

State Group Helps Sue Trump on Coal

Clean Wisconsin and 9 other environmental groups argue Trump Administration violates Clean Air Act.

Allow Immigrants to Get Drivers Licenses

Change the law and roads will be safer, and state drivers will save millions in insurance premiums.

Pade To Run Against GOP Rep. Bryan Steil

Steil succeeded Paul Ryan in congressional seat held by Republicans for 25 years.

The Future of Wisconsin Gerrymandering

An inexplicable U.S. Supreme Court decision leaves door open for GOP mischief.

Big Economic Impact From DNC Expected

Officials preparing for most diverse convention ever with 50,000 people, $200 million economic impact.

Milwaukee’s Newest Power Family

That would be developer Kalan Hayward, Sr. and young legislator Kalan Hayward II.

Sanctuary Rally Announces Pro-Immigrant Bills

“These people are us!” Proposed state laws provide more protection for immigrants.

Scott Walker Loves Tweeting About AOC

But she has 18 times more Twitter followers.

How Evers Should Reform Criminal Justice

More pardons and commutations and ending solitary confinement would be a good start.

Legislators Want to Protect ACA Coverage

Laws needed to assure health coverage continues if courts overrule it, Democrats say.

Obama-Trump Voters Key To Election

Signs of some deserting Trump, including state’s dairy farmers.

The Vocal Prowess of Bettye LaVette to Headline Black Arts Fest mke!

The Johnson Controls World Music Sound Stage welcomes LaVette to the stage at 9:30pm.

Car Buyers Face Fewer Choices, Higher Prices Unless Trump Reforms CAFE Mandate

If unchanged, the ultimate impact of these policies will be higher vehicle prices and fewer choices for consumers.

Can Democrats Win Small-Town Wisconsin?

Wisconsin could decide the election and those small towns are crucial.

Effort Improves City’s Recreation Areas

MPS has invested $12 million in rebuilding, renovating outdoor athletic and play facilities.

Local Anti-War Protestors Keep Pushing

America has been at war since 2001. Local activists continue their call for peace.

Rep. Taylor, Democrats mock the Obamacare exchange and the affordability of ACA health insurance

"Expanding Medicaid even further to include able-bodied individuals living above the poverty line would put an even greater weight on the taxpayer."

The Curious Job of Lieutenant Governor

Mandela Barnes finding out there is no manual — and few certainties — for the job.

City Confident Couture Won’t Block Streetcar

Federal grant at risk if lakefront extension to The Couture isn't running by end of 2020.

EPA Scientists Opposed Foxconn Ruling

Emails show senior EPA scientists complained smog exemption for company wasn’t supported by data.

Why and When Flag Flies at Half-Staff

Wisconsin does it more often in recent years, 400 times since 9/11.

Can Democrats Win Rural State Vote?

New York Times visits Colfax, WI, where Obama-Trump swing voters talk politics.

We Energies Has Capitol Clout

Its holding company spent $1 million on lobbying and $1 million donating to mostly GOP candidates.