Chris Larson

In Rejecting Pfaff the Message was clear, Dissent Won’t be Allowed in Wisconsin

"Brad Pfaff was raised on a farm here in Wisconsin, is eminently qualified for this job, and deserved better than this from legislative Republicans."

‘Shhh! It’s a Secret…’

Legislators’ refusal to release records violates law, requires legal challenges.

Senator Larson Continues to Support Legalization and Decriminalization of Marijuana

"Support for legalizing and decriminalizing marijuana in Wisconsin has grown to be popular for many reasons."

Who Will Run for County Executive?

The list is long and could get longer. Handicapping the favorites. 

Evers Calls Special Session on Guns

Governor says only Vos and Fitzgerald prevent common sense gun reforms.

Private School Vouchers Cost $350 Million

Public schools lose millions, led by $37 million deducted from MPS funding, DPI data shows.

Chris Abele Won’t Seek Reelection

County executive reverses course in surprise announcement, won't run for reelection.

Community Members Demand that Public Service Commission Deny We Energies’ Rate Increase, We Energies Shut Down Oak Creek Plant

Ratepayers Angered Over Utility’s Continued Use of Expensive, Dirty Coal Plant

Immigration Activists Question MPD Policy Towards ICE

Fire and Police Commission delays vote on policy a third time, meanwhile activists want answers.

State School Spending Hits Record $6 Billion

Both parties take credit for K-12 schools funding hike. But can it be sustained?

Will Wisconsin Become a ‘Sanctuary State’?

Rep. Cabrera pushes ban on using Wisconsin facilities to detain undocumented immigrants.

Sanctuary Rally Announces Pro-Immigrant Bills

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

Legislators Want to Protect ACA Coverage

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

State Legislature Must Take Action to Protect Health Coverage

Wisconsinites with pre-existing conditions, marketplace health insurance, at grave risk of having coverage taken away by conservative federal judges

City Attorney Grant Langley Retiring?

Vince Bobot announces for job, leading to speculation Langley may retire after 36 years.

Legislature Passes “Born Alive” Abortion Bill

Evers has vowed to veto bill, along with three other abortion measures.

Ryan Clancy announces candidacy for Milwaukee County Supervisor, District Four

"I am running for County Supervisor to restore funding and focus on human needs."

Democrats Push Voucher Transparency

Bill would disclose how much taxpayer dollars go to voucher schools.

Oh, Those Dreaded Plastic Bags

Council debates what to do with bags that clog up recycling process.

Electric Scooters Could Return This Year

Bill working its way through state Legislature to legalize electric scooters.

Friends Remember, Praise Joe Bartolotta

One of city's top restauranteurs passes away, remembered for his kindness and passion.

Bipartisan Bills Toughen Drunk Driving Laws

Vos, Fitzgerald quiet on proposals to increase penalties, set mandatory minimum sentences.

Larson Bills Reform Campaign Finance

Would reduce donation limits, increase transparency requirements.

City-wide School Board Candidate Bob Peterson announces endorsement from 23 elected officials

The full list of elected officials to have endorsed Bob Peterson for MPS school board represents a broad span of Milwaukee’s neighborhoods.

It is an Honor to Serve the Milwaukee Area and the Seventh Senate District

"It is a new era for Wisconsin politics and I am thankful and grateful to be a part of building a better future for all of us."

Legislature Exempts Itself From Open Records

While requiring it of all other governments in state.

Governor Walker just sealed his legacy as the worst Governor in state history

"Scott Walker is leaving the Governorship the same way he arrived: in chaos."

This Isn’t an Economic Development Strategy, This is an Extortion.

"By paying this ransom to a profitable corporation, Republican economic mismanagement opens Wisconsin up to further extortion from other profitable companies."

Youth Justice Milwaukee Hosts Successful Roundtable with Elected Leaders on Youth Justice Reform

In a roundtable with local officials, Youth Justice Milwaukee shared vision for investing in youth, nonresidential community programs

Republican Power Grab Unprecedented

Legislators “don’t trust” newly elected governor, so they want to take away Evers’ power.

Episode 002

What's the deal with Komatsu? And Senator Chris Larson joins the show to talk about the lame duck legislative session.

Unprecedented Power Grab Will Break Wisconsin for Years to Come

"This morning, fresh of an election defeat, the Republican-controlled legislature voted to subvert the will of the people."

Contribution to Bob Peterson of $50

Streetcar Opens to Public

"This is your assignment: ride the streetcar," says Mayor Barrett.

Senator Chris Larson: Statement on the State of Education in Wisconsin

Over the Lost Walker Decade, Wisconsin has seen $1 billion cut from our neighborhood public schools, of which $183 million still remains unrestored.

Senator Larson & Representative Bowen: Call on Gun Manufacturers to Prioritize “Smart Gun” Technology and Other Gun Safety Measures in Order to Reduce Gun Violence

"It is beyond time for real change to happen regarding guns in America..."

On My Daughter’s First School Day

What will her school be like after years of funding cuts and teacher resignations under Walker?

Must Democrats Have a Unified Message?

So claims a NYT story. But the party generally fares better by allowing differing views.

Sen. Chris Larson & Rep. Jonathan Brostoff Endorse Tom Palzewicz for Congress

Legislators say Tom will be a strong advocate for Southeastern Wisconsin and a supporter of progressive values

Sarah Godlewski wins Democratic nomination for State Treasurer

Godlewski is ready to work with Tony Evers and the whole Democratic ticket as they head into the general election.

Sarah Godlewski earns key endorsement from End Citizens United

Godlewski is the first statewide candidate in Wisconsin to earn this major endorsement.

Say No to Kimberly-Clark Subsidy

They’re awash in profits from federal tax cuts and worker givebacks. Now they want more from state taxpayers?

School Safety Grant Program Avoids Larger Issues of Gun Violence

"Trying to solve gun violence while pushing the gun industries priorities is like trying to put out a fire with a flamethrower."

Urban Milwaukee Celebrates 10th Birthday

Crowd packs Pabst Brewery & Taproom for publication's 10th anniversary.

Lena Taylor Against the World

Democratic legislator’s press conference was a declaration of war -- against everybody.

Growing Concern Over Dark Store Loophole

Shift of property taxes from retail stores to homeowners worries many Republicans.

7 Election Takeaways

What did we learn as the blue wave washed over Wisconsin?

New Federal Program Could Help City

Opportunity Zones law allows tax incentives for distressed areas.

Republicans Again Did Nothing to Address Gun Violence

"Republicans also rejected reinstating the 48 hour waiting period for handgun purchases."

Predatory Rent-to-Own Bill Stalled

"This proposal would have invited into Wisconsin those that prey on our military families and neighbors that are struggling financially."

Passage of Senate Bill 408

After many steps back, a step forward on ending gun violence

Senate “Hatchet Job” Removes Haas, Bell

What did they do wrong? “I have no idea,” Fitzgerald admits, but demands firings.

GOP Legislative Districts Heavily White

Republican assembly districts are up to 96% white, senate districts as high as 95% white.

Preserving Net Neutrality

"Wisconsin must take steps to protect our citizens against price gouging, severely narrowed access to information, and market manipulation."

Joint Statement on DNR Complaint Referrals to DOJ

"We vigorously call upon Attorney General Schimel to act immediately on these complaints and back-up his claim that DOJ is an environmental enforcer."

Changes Needed at Lincoln Hills Now, Not After the Next Election

"I call on Governor Walker to protect Wisconsin youth currently at Lincoln Hills by immediately implementing these common-sense strategies."

State Leaves Counties to Sue Drug Companies

Opioid costs hurting counties, but legislature, Schimel won’t take action.

With Elections Just a Year Away, Legislature Abandons Wisconsin Families

Industrial Acid Mining Bill Will Put Public Health at Risk for Generations

One Step Closer to Tackling Wisconsin’s Lead Crisis

MADISON – The following is a statement from Senator Chris Larson regarding the Senate passage of Senate Bill 48: “Each of our neighbors deserve to live in a healthy, safe community. Lead pipes are an avoidable public illness that is quietly devastating Wisconsin neighborhoods. Over the past few decades there has been significant research revealing how devastatingly harmful lead exposure is for both children and adults. We must prioritize addressing and preventing lead poisoning in our children. “Tackling the threat of lead poisoning is a moral and economic imperative. According to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS), our state would save $7 billion if the threat of lead poisoning was eliminated. This includes savings in medical care, special education, and even crime reduction among adults and youth. “Today, the Senate took up a bipartisan bill (Senate Bill 48) that moves our state one small step towards addressing Wisconsin’s lead crisis. During the state budget debate last month, Senate Democrats fought for Wisconsin to take swift action by introducing a Lead Abatement Amendment, which would have committed the necessary funds to provide adequate relief to communities access the state, after Senate Bill 48 was stalled in committee for months. “I urge my Republican colleagues to continue the momentum and take immediate action to keep our kids safe from being further poisoned by lead. Among the available bills are Senate Bill 41, which would protect renters from lead poisoning, Senate Bill 141, which would give schools more flexibility to invest in lead abatement costs, Senate Joint Resolution 67, a bill to declare a Lead Poison Prevention Week in Wisconsin. “So far, despite the lead pipe crisis, none of these bills have even received a public hearing.”

Judge Rebecca Dallet clear choice of Milwaukee County leaders

“I am honored and humbled to have earned the support of these officials, who work every day to make our communities stronger.”

County Board Adopts Measure to Limit the Shackling of Pregnant Women

"The practice of restraining pregnant women is demeaning and unnecessary and best efforts must be made to avoid this practice at all costs."

Sparkle Ashley Endorsement Press Release Larson

"Sparkle has proven herself as an effective leader to tackle the concerns of neighbors on Milwaukee’s Northwest side."

Statement from Senator Chris Larson on the State of Education

"Under Walker and the GOP, our state’s commitment to our neighborhood schools has plummeted."

Democrats Call for Campaign Integrity to be Restored in State Budget

The following is a statement from Senator Chris Larson regarding the Senate GOP rejecting a common sense Campaign Integrity amendment to the 2017-19 state budget.

Supervisor Taylor Measure Would Limit the Shackling of Pregnant Women

A measure opposing the practice of shackling pregnant and postpartum women within Milwaukee County correctional facilities will come before the Judiciary, Safety, and General Services committee

Republicans Again Shortchanging our Kids, Betraying our Values

"We can and must do better for our kids."

Democratic State Legislators Endorse Randy Bryce

Endorsements boost ironworker in bid to topple Speaker Paul Ryan

Randy Bryce Holds First Rally of Campaign in Kenosha, Joined by Large Crowd of Enthusiastic Supporters

Message of rally spread even further through campaign’s online presence and the 15,000 people who tuned in to watch on Facebook Live

Rushed Voucher Bill Passes GOP-led Senate

This bill was rapidly jammed through the full Senate.

Secretive Votes by Legislature Are Wrong

Voting by mailed ballots rather than in person violates open government.

Local Leaders Demand Clarke’s Removal

Legislators, community leaders call on Gov. Walker to remove sheriff from office.

Lock Your Doors, Protect Your Neighbors

"Trump knows that Clarke will back bad policies that betray our values, harm our neighbors, and enforce policies that rip families apart. "

The Freedom to Work For Less

New labor law by Walker and GOP is all about “freedom”... Not.

Recognizing Workers’ Memorial Day

"The right to organize, receive fair treatment, and work in safe conditions are fundamental values that we, as Americans, hold."

Right to Internet Privacy

"The reasonable expectation of privacy and the right to protect our sensitive personal information is a right important to all Wisconsinites."

We Are Stronger Together: Legislature Must Take a Stand Against Islamophobia and Hate After Brutal Attack

"We must continue to stand up against the misguided hate and violence being fueled by a loud but small minority"

GOP Demolishes Over 150 Years of Wisconsin Heritage

"Wisconsin Republicans continue to play pay-off politics with our water..."

Legislators Introduce the Jail Death Transparency Act

Current law is only applicable to law enforcement officers and does not hold correctional officers in city, county, and state correctional facilities to the same investigatory standards.

Irresponsible Republican Bill Proposes Arming Teens

"Instead of fighting this public health crisis, Republicans in control of the Legislature are proposing to give guns to teens with no training..."

Larson, Stuck, and Brostoff Announce Reintroduction of Save Our Water Act

Democratic legislators reintroduce anti-privatization bill and announce Save Our Water Tour

Senator Chris Larson Proposes Fix to CBD Treatment Barriers

“We cannot keep writing out prescriptions without a way for families to fill them in Wisconsin.”

Statement from Senator Larson on Walker’s Budget Announcement

"Walker and legislative Republicans have started another budget that favors wealthy campaign donors over our children."

Visa ban protest Thursday

Academics United: No Visa and Immigration Ban

Wisconsin Kids Still Shortchanged by Governor Walker

"Now, Walker is throwing handfuls of water at a fire he created - and expects everyone to cheer."

Senator Chris Larson Calls on U.S. Senator Ron Johnson to Oppose DeVos Nomination

"Betsy DeVos has proven that she supports the same kind of irresponsible policies that have and will continue to hurt the children of our great state. "

Wisconsin Lawmakers Join Nationwide Effort to Safeguard Abortion Rights

"We can’t ignore science and return to back alley abortions and jailing women."

Statement from Senator Chris Larson on the State of the State

“The only thing remarkable about his address is that anyone is bothering to listen.”

Sen. Larson Announces Committee Assignments for 2017-2018 Legislative Session

“As a state senator and as a member of these important committees, I look forward to working with my neighbors and colleagues to support policies that will provide each of our neighbors the freedom to pursue the American Dream.”

Senator Chris Larson Echoes Congresswoman Moore’s Call for Investigation

“Over the past six months, four families lost their loved ones due to Clarke’s gross mismanagement.”

Statement urging the resignation or removal of Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke.

Today, Senator Chris Larson, Representative Jonathan Brostoff, and Representative Christine Sinicki released the following statement urging the resignation or removal of Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke.

Statement on Redistricting Ruling

“Voters should choose their politicians; politicians shouldn’t choose their voters."

Statement from Senator Chris Larson on the Department of Instruction Budget Proposal

"This is a great plan to address the crisis created in our state’s schools.'

Community Action to Invest in Education

“The future of our children is on the line.”

19 Election Winners and Losers

Beyond the candidates, behind the scenes. who won, who lost?

Darrol Gibson Announces Impressive Slate of Endorsements Including Congresswoman Gwen Moore

Darrol is the only candidate running for a seat in the Wisconsin State Legislature this fall to receive a primary endorsement from Congresswoman Moore.

State Senator Chris Larson Endorses David Crowley for State Assembly

“He'll be a champion for reforming our broken criminal justice system, expanding affordable health care, and restoring funding to our public schools," said Senator Chris Larson.

Pourman’s Used To Be Sausage Factory

Yet it's been a tavern for more than a century. This is truly old Milwaukee.

The John Chisholm Road Show

He discusses his handling of crime, staff turnover and that "partisan witch hunt."

UWM Alumni Assocation to Honor More Than 20 Indivduals, Businesses

The 22 individual recipients and one corporate partner were chosen for awards based on their outstanding professional achievements, civic involvement and partnerships with the university.

State Senator Chris Larson Endorsees Marisabel Cabrera for State Assembly

Larson believes in standing up for communities, public education

Lawmakers Battle Over High Capacity Wells

Are they drawing down streams and lakes? Republican and Democratic lawmakers disagree.

Contribution to Ashanti Hamilton of $10

Contribution to Milele A. Coggs of $10