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It’s “Obvious” Senate Will Acquit Trump
So says Ron Johnson. “Horrifying” that any senators won’t be impartial, says Baldwin.
Dec 18th, 2019 by Robin Bravender
How to Pass Expanded Medicaid Bill
Evers needs to be more strategic with Republicans.
Dec 17th, 2019 by Bill Kaplan
Elections Commission Splits on Judge’s Ruling
Ruling would purge 234,000 names from voting rolls, commission ties 3-3 on how to respond.
Dec 16th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
Poll Shows Trump Ahead in State
MU Poll shows him beating the major Democratic candidates, though within margin of error.
Dec 16th, 2019 by Melanie Conklin
Pardon Power Should Be Used Wisely
Walker didn’t use if for eight years. How should Evers use it?
Dec 15th, 2019 by Casey Hoff
Which Republican Is More Trumpian?
GOP candidates for state's 7th congressional district spar over who’s more like Trump.
Dec 13th, 2019 by Rob Mentzer
Impeachment Support the Same in MU Poll
Percent supporting impeachment and removal in new poll nearly identical to last poll.
Dec 13th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
Bill Pushes Ranked Choice Voting
Democratic legislation would switch to approach used in Maine and numerous cities.
Dec 13th, 2019 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Man Arrested By ICE Reunited With Family
José Alejandro de la Cruz-Espinoza, 38, has lived in U.S. for decades.
Dec 13th, 2019 by Isiah Holmes
Trump Tariffs Have Cost State $800 Million
New analysis says state businesses, taxpayers paid that so far in tariffs, with more coming.
Dec 10th, 2019 by Miranda Suarez
State Supreme Court Race Is Crucial
At stake is whether justices will recuse themselves to avoid flagrant conflicts of interest.
Dec 9th, 2019 by Jay Heck
China Tariffs Hurting Farmers, Kind Says
Congressman pushes Trump to settle trade war, help farmers losing out on export markets.
Dec 8th, 2019 by Hope Kirwan
Trump Picks Camp David Over Milwaukee
G7 summit to be held at Presidential retreat, not downtown Milwaukee site Barrett offered.
Dec 6th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Poor Hit Again by Food Aid Cuts
Trump follows Walker model to cut more, as many as 25,000 in state will lose aid.
Dec 6th, 2019 by Melanie Conklin
How We View Undocumented Immigrants
Polls show even state’s Republican voters overwhelmingly oppose current policies.
Dec 4th, 2019 by Bruce Thompson
Walker Says Kleefisch Would Be ‘Great Governor’
“I think she would win.” And compares recall he won to impeachment fight.
Dec 4th, 2019 by Corrinne Hess
Top Republican Donors Give to Biden
Ted and Mary Kellner have donated $1 million to state GOP candidates, but now giving to Biden.
Nov 27th, 2019 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Council Bans Most Plastic Straws
Use by bars and restaurants prohibited unless customers request them.
Nov 26th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
State’s GOP Congressmen Skip Depositions
Sensenbrenner, who led the Clinton impeachment, and Grothman skip closed-door impeachment sessions.
Nov 25th, 2019 by Robin Bravender
Evers Commits to Paris Climate Accords
Lt. Gov. Barnes joins a call with experts and city leaders ahead of UN COP25.
Nov 25th, 2019 by Isiah Holmes
“I Blew Up The United States”
It’s 30 years old but this classic by Was Not Was could have been written yesterday.
Nov 22nd, 2019 by John Sieger
Six Now Running for County Executive
Democrat Chris Larson and Trump supporter Purnima Nath join four other candidates.
Nov 22nd, 2019 by Graham Kilmer
Why State Voters Cooled on Impeachment
MU poll found small shifts add up and Trump might be helped by good economy.
Nov 22nd, 2019 by Ruth Conniff
Terrorizing Immigrants Makes Us Less Safe
ACLU demands investigation of arrest of Jose De la Cruz-Espinoza by ICE and Milwaukee Police.
Nov 21st, 2019 by Chris Ott
Poll Shows Less Support For Impeachment
Support declining, MU poll shows, and presidential race in state also looks close.
Nov 21st, 2019 by Miranda Suarez
Ron Johnson Attacks Vindman, Defends Trump
“I was the only member of Congress joining” delegation to Ukraine, he notes.
Nov 20th, 2019 by Ruth Conniff
Why Milwaukee Needs a New Deal
Government can work better. And cities like Milwaukee will benefit. Excerpt from a new book.
Nov 15th, 2019 by David Riemer
Duffy Will Lobby for Financial Industry
BRG Group “thrilled” to hire former congressman, "a star" in state politics.
Nov 14th, 2019 by Ruth Conniff
Proposal Aims To Eliminate Plastic Straws
Would prevent restaurants from providing straws, unless customers request them.
Nov 14th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Downtown Rally for DACA, Dreamers
Bus loads of activists at Federal Building urged U.S. Supreme Court to rule in favor of immigrants.
Nov 13th, 2019 by Isiah Holmes
Legislators Can’t Intervene in Abortion Case, Court Says
Leaves Attorney General Kaul to defend state in Planned Parenthood challenge to GOP-passed abortion law.
Nov 11th, 2019 by Ruth Conniff
How Local Doctors Discovered Vaping Illness
Medical College of Wisconsin doctors led the way to discovering some 1,300 vaping related cases in North America.
Nov 10th, 2019 by Lauren Weber
Tom Steyer Comes to Town
That would be the billionaire investor running for president who calls Trump “a fake businessman.”
Nov 8th, 2019 by Dave Fidlin
Johnson Dodges Questions About Trump, Ukraine
Wisconsin senator has become one of Trump's most vocal defenders.
Nov 7th, 2019 by Allison Stevens
Man Charged With Hate Crime In Acid Attack
Clifton Blackwell accused of attack on Hispanic man, case has gotten national attention.
Nov 6th, 2019 by Corrinne Hess
Cross Exit Opens Door to UW Reforms
Find leader from outside academia to take fresh look, transform UW System.
Nov 6th, 2019 by John Torinus
How Hispanics Have Saved Milwaukee
Acid attack against man for “invasion” of Hispanics couldn’t be more wrong about their impact.
Nov 5th, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
Mayor, Officials Denounce Acid Attack
Barrett says Trump’s rhetoric has fed anger leading to such attacks.
Nov 4th, 2019 by Corrinne Hess
Sean Duffy’s Rocky Start
Congressman-turned-CNN commentator gets roasted for his comments, even by his new colleagues.
Nov 1st, 2019 by Erik Gunn
Voces Buying Mitchell Street Building
After long search, immigrant rights group Voces de la Frontera finds new home, space to grow.
Nov 1st, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
The Return of Paul Ryan
His new foundation could help Ryan plan and promote his post-Trump political career.
Oct 31st, 2019 by Ruth Conniff
Sen. Johnson Says Trump Not Guilty
President shouldn’t be impeached, says Johnson, who won’t recuse himself despite his Ukraine involvement.
Oct 31st, 2019 by Corrinne Hess
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.
Oct 30th, 2019 by Bridgit Bowden and Shawn Johnson
Donald Trump’s Man in Ukraine
Sen. Ron Johnson has bumbled his way into center of impeachment investigation.
Oct 29th, 2019 by Mike Browne
Evers, Barrett Kick Off 2020 Census
They were joined by "Captain Census." Milwaukee could lose millions if Census undercounts population
Oct 29th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Good News, Bad News on State Budget
Report finds 2018-19 year had $1.7 billion surplus, but new budget will exceed projected revenues by $800 million.
Oct 28th, 2019 by Rich Kremer
Rep. Ron Kind Has Huge 2020 War Chest
Nearly $3 million campaign fund. No Wisconsin congressional representative has more.
Oct 26th, 2019 by Allison Stevens
Big Jump in State Support for Impeachment
Marquette Poll finds 46% of those surveyed now back inquiry, up from 29% in April.
Oct 24th, 2019 by Laurel White
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.
Oct 23rd, 2019 by Bridgit Bowden and Shawn Johnson
Sean Duffy Joins the “CNN Family”
And he’s already getting attacked for peddling conspiracy theories.
Oct 23rd, 2019 by Melanie Conklin
Barrett Offers City for G-7 Summit
Urges President Trump to host 2020 meeting of leading industrial nations in Milwaukee.
Oct 22nd, 2019 by Corrinne Hess
Trump Supporter Picked For Elections Commission
Fitzgerald appoints Bob Spindell, GOP donor and supporter of Voter ID law, to state commission.
Oct 21st, 2019 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Segregation in Milwaukee Area Schools
The data tells a sobering story of racial and economic separation.
Oct 16th, 2019 by Bruce Thompson
VP Pence’s Wisconsin Trip Cancelled
VP was to visit the plant of Elizabeth and Richard Uihlein, who’ve donated millions to Republicans.
Oct 15th, 2019 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Pocan Says Impeachment Vote Coming Soon
Democratic congressman expects House Committee to vote by year's end.
Oct 15th, 2019 by Laurel White
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.
Oct 11th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Can Democrat Tom Palzewicz Win the 5th Congressional District?
He lost to Sensenbrenner with 38% of the vote in 2018, better than previous Dems had done
Oct 10th, 2019 by Erik Gunn
Even Higher Wages Won’t Fill Open Jobs
Increase legal immigration as the reliable workforce dwindles.
Oct 10th, 2019 by John Torinus
Penzeys Spices Spends Over $100K On Pro-Impeachment Ads
Ad says Trump's call with Ukranian President Zelensky a "mandatory open and shut case for the impeachment."
Oct 10th, 2019 by Laurel White
Sen. Ron Johnson Mired In Trump’s Swamp
Johnson attacks FBI, CIA, and the whistleblower to defend Trump.
Oct 9th, 2019 by John Torinus
Do ‘Checkoff Groups’ Help or Hurt Family Dairy Farms?
Federally-required agricultural promotion organizations may not benefit small dairy farms
Oct 9th, 2019 by Bruce Thompson
Johnson Defends Trump, Blasts Media
Sen. Ron Johnson uses appearance on 'Meet The Press' to defend President Trump while attacking the media, CIA and FBI
Oct 8th, 2019 by Brady Carlson
Immigration Activists Question MPD Policy Towards ICE
Fire and Police Commission delays vote on policy a third time, meanwhile activists want answers.
Oct 7th, 2019 by Isiah Holmes
Does the Growing Partisan Divide Make Sense?
As the global economy changed, so did traditional Republican and Democratic constituencies.
Oct 2nd, 2019 by Bruce Thompson
Wisconsin Politicians and Impeachment History
From Mayor Tom Barrett to Rep. Jim Sensenbrenner, Wisconsinites involved in every presidential impeachment attempt.
Oct 2nd, 2019 by Robin Bravender
Evers Can Do Better On Openness
Evers Administration excludes right-wing news service from receiving media notifications and shutdown a website to track open records requests.
Oct 2nd, 2019 by Bill Lueders
Wisconsin Democrats and Republicans Split on Trump Impeachment
Democrats clear in call for impeachment inquiry, while Republicans have little to say.
Oct 1st, 2019 by Bill Kaplan
Evers Wants Gun Laws
Governor said he would call a special session if Republicans don't act.
Sep 25th, 2019 by Shamane Mills
Climate Crisis, Listen to Young People
Thousands of young people marched across the US demanding action to fight climate-change, will leaders listen?
Sep 24th, 2019 by Bill Kaplan
Evers, Governors Push Congress on PFAS
15 governors call for tougher standards, more protections on PFAS chemicals.
Sep 20th, 2019 by Melanie Conklin and Susan J. Demas
Presidential Candidate Klobuchar Visits City
Minnesota's US Senator talks voting rights, criminal justice on her campaign swing.
Sep 20th, 2019 by Alana Watson
The “Fitz” Train Is Rolling
Scott Fitzgerald’s run for Congress embraces Trump and anti-union Right to Work law.
Sep 19th, 2019 by Melanie Conklin
An Upcoming Battle in Trump Country
Duffy’s resignation in state’s northern congressional district gives Democrats hopes they can win it.
Sep 19th, 2019 by Rob Mentzer
Rethinking State Economic Policies
What do state policies on Foxconn and dairy industry have in common?
Sep 18th, 2019 by Bruce Thompson
State Task Force Hears From Chemical Lobby
American Chemistry Council fights regulation of dangerous chemicals.
Sep 18th, 2019 by Melanie Conklin
What Polls Show About the Legislature
Voters have net positive view of Legislature but negative toward Vos, split on Fitzgerald.
Sep 17th, 2019 by Melanie Conklin
Fitzgerald Will Run for Congress
Senate Majority Leader to run for Sensenbrenner’s 5th Congressional district seat.
Sep 17th, 2019 by Laurel White
Bradley Foundation Works to Kill Food Aid
And reduce Medicaid. Working with Koch groups, they push Trump to slash safety net.
Sep 17th, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
Evers Blasts Trump “Tweet” Trade Wars
The approach “just sucks,” governor says on new state podcast.
Sep 16th, 2019 by Erik Gunn
Not Leaving Due to Trump, Sensenbrenner Says
Retiring congressman reflects on long career and why he’s retiring now.
Sep 13th, 2019 by Robin Bravender
Should Milwaukee Ban Plastic Straws?
Some alderman seem in favor. It's one of the few single-use plastics the city could ban.
Sep 11th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Can a Democrat Succeed Duffy?
Yes, if the campaign is run on bread-and-butter issues that appeal to rural voters.
Sep 10th, 2019 by Bill Kaplan
New Rules Could Target Lake Freighters
Push to make dedicated Great Lakes vessels treat ballast water to prevent spread of invasive species.
Sep 8th, 2019 by Jim Malewitz and Sarah Whites-Koditschek
How to Win Wisconsin
What national media and political operatives don't get about the Badger State.
Sep 8th, 2019 by Angela Lang and Mike Tate
Pocan Sees State’s Political Winds Shifting
Trump is losing Wisconsin, Democratic congressman says.
Sep 7th, 2019 by Ruth Conniff
State Loses Money to Trump Border Wall
$8 million grant to Wisconsin one of 127 military projects whose funding diverted to U.S. border wall.
Sep 5th, 2019 by Ruth Conniff
Key Foxconn Executive Steps Down
Ever-shrinking project loses second key executive this year.
Sep 5th, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
50 Years of Jim Sensenbrenner
The numbers, the gruffness, the tales. And who will run for his seat?
Sep 5th, 2019 by Melanie Conklin
Rise of Starter Home Investors. Cause for Concern?
All the city news you can use.
Aug 31st, 2019 by Jeff Wood
Wis. Republicans Once Backed Gun Control
Backing Brady Bill in 1993. Will any now support the background checks bill?
Aug 30th, 2019 by Robin Bravender
Endangered Species Act in Danger
It has high public support. But Trump wants to gut key provisions of the act.
Aug 30th, 2019 by Spencer Black
State Will Be Three-Ring Political Circus
An open primary, voters can cross party lines, and a huge cast of presidential candidates.
Aug 29th, 2019 by John Torinus
4 Immigration Policies to Boost Economy
State policy changes would help immigrants earn higher wages, buy more products, pay more taxes.
Aug 28th, 2019 by Tamarine Cornelius
Parties Eye Candidates For Duffy’s Seat
Republican state Sen. Tom Tiffany and Democratic Rep. Nick Milroy consider run for Congress.
Aug 27th, 2019 by Rob Mentzer
GOP Congressman Sean Duffy Resigning
Northern Wisconsin Republican wants to focus on his growing family.
Aug 26th, 2019 by WPR Staff
Penzeys Uses Facebook to Attack Trump
Local company one of leading political spenders on Facebook, analysis shows.
Aug 21st, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
Sanders Leads Dems in State Funds Raised
Warren is second, Buttigieg third, in state donations to presidential primary candidates.
Aug 20th, 2019 by Robin Bravender
Will Ron Johnson Stand Up for Retirees?
Democratic bill protects state workers covered by troubled Central States Pension Fund. Will Johnson support it?
Aug 20th, 2019 by Bill Kaplan
State Group Helps Sue Trump on Coal
Clean Wisconsin and 9 other environmental groups argue Trump Administration violates Clean Air Act.
Aug 19th, 2019 by Isiah Holmes
Allow Immigrants to Get Drivers Licenses
Change the law and roads will be safer, and state drivers will save millions in insurance premiums.
Aug 18th, 2019 by Christine Neumann-Ortiz
