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Evers Less Liberal Than National Democrats?
In once Progressive Wisconsin, state’s Democrats no longer in vanguard of their party.
Mar 16th, 2020 by Rich Kremer
Both Parties Court City’s Black Voters
After low Milwaukee turnout in 2016 presidential election, both parties seeking support of black voters.
Mar 16th, 2020 by Corrinne Hess
Milwaukee Man Creates Democratic Hat
MAGA red hat, meet your True Blue American alternative. Let the cap wars begin.
Mar 16th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
State’s Republicans Oppose Coronavirus Bill
Relief bill supported by Trump, passed overwhelmingly, state's 4 GOP Congressmen vote no.
Mar 14th, 2020 by Allison Stevens
Wisconsin A Toss-Up in 2020
Electoral analysis shows Wisconsin is among seven states that will decide presidential election.
Mar 13th, 2020 by Melanie Conklin
Nothing Changed After Molson Coors Shooting
Wisconsin's GOP legislators mourned publicly, but continue ignoring calls from Democrats to address gun violence.
Mar 6th, 2020 by Allison Stevens
Supreme Court Case Could Affect Abortion Access in Wisconsin
The High Court weighs case that could effectively overturn Roe v. Wade.
Mar 5th, 2020 by Melanie Conklin
Coronavirus and Candor
While some Republican push Trump for action, Ron Johnson lets administration officials testify behind closed doors.
Mar 4th, 2020 by Bill Kaplan
Yes, Billionaires Should Exist
Beware of presidential candidates with all THE ANSWERS.
Mar 3rd, 2020 by John Torinus
329% Jump in State’s Antisemitic Incidents
Skyrocketing rise since 2015 in report by local Jewish Community Relations Council.
Mar 2nd, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
Baldwin Backs Bill To Save Wisconsin Defense Contracts
Bill restores $3.8 billion diverted away from the Department of Defense for construction of the southern border wall.
Mar 1st, 2020 by Erik Gunn
The Myth of Nonpartisan Judicial Elections
They could hardly be more partisan. Time to rethink how we elect Supreme Court members?
Feb 27th, 2020 by Bruce Thompson
Shooting at Molson Coors Left 6 Dead, Including Gunman
Law enforcement and elected officials lament the tragedy.
Feb 27th, 2020 by WPR Staff
Hmong Leaders Rally Against Deportation
Efforts by Trump administration to deport Hmongs to Laos condemned at rally in Wausau.
Feb 25th, 2020 by Rob Mentzer
Federal Policing Money Flowing to City
Relentless Pursuit grant, Tougher on Crime grant, DNC funding lead the list.
Feb 25th, 2020 by Isiah Holmes
Who Will Turn Out for April Election?
There might be a far bigger Republican turnout than some expect.
Feb 24th, 2020 by Steven Walters
Stakes Are High for Supreme Court Race
Kelly vs Karofsky will test the organizing, fundraising abilities of both parties.
Feb 23rd, 2020 by James Rowen
Trade War Wounds May Heal Soon
Job losses may be slowing and new trade agreements are offering hope.
Feb 21st, 2020 by Erik Gunn
Will School Choice Help Reelect Trump?
Democratic attacks on choice and charter schools favored by minority voters could backfire.
Feb 19th, 2020 by Bruce Thompson
Airport Wins $600,000 Federal Grant
Grant will be used to rehabilitate a runway at Mitchell International.
Feb 19th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
It’s Kelly v. Karofsky for Supreme Court
Race could be tough: Candidates have accused each other of “corruption” and “disgusting slander”.
Feb 19th, 2020 by Shawn Johnson
14 Election Winners, Losers
Beyond the ballot totals, behind the scenes, who were the other election winners and losers?
Feb 19th, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
The Return of Garrison Keillor
Without a mention of sexual harassment charges, he performed in Milwaukee to adoring fans.
Feb 17th, 2020 by Kurt Chandler
Trump Vulnerable on Environment
He’s done more damage than any president in modern history. Will Democrats make this an issue?
Feb 16th, 2020 by Spencer Black
State Voters Lean Against Medicare for All
Poll shows 47% prefer it while 53% prefer improving Affordable Care Act.
Feb 12th, 2020 by Shamane Mills
The Courage of Mitt Romney
And the sad spectacle of Wisconsin Sen. Ron Jonnson.
Feb 10th, 2020 by Bill Kaplan
Fight Looms Over Tough-on-Crime Bills
Republican bills would jail more people. Democrats resist, align themselves with Trump.
Feb 10th, 2020 by Steven Walters
GOP Opens First Milwaukee Field Office
State Republican party is looking to expand outreach to African-American voters.
Feb 8th, 2020 by Corrinne Hess
In Trump Acquittal, Wisconsin Legislators Divided
Johnson votes to acquit, is happy trial is over. Baldwin says republicans lack moral courage.
Feb 6th, 2020 by Robin Bravender and Ruth Conniff
Local Skepticism Grows On Foxconn’s Future
Opinions in Racine County shifting as company’s plans keep changing.
Feb 5th, 2020 by Erik Gunn
Irrelevant If Trump Broke Law, Johnson Says
Wisconsin’s Republican Senator is voting against impeachment of president.
Feb 5th, 2020 by Rob Mentzer
Voces de La Frontera Mobilizing Voters
Effort for 2020 builds on 2016, when it recruited 5,600 Latinx voters, 67% of them new voters.
Feb 4th, 2020 by Isiah Holmes
Nath Kicked Out Of Voces Event
In interview with Urban Milwaukee, Nath gives her version of events.
Feb 3rd, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Trump Running On The Economy
But warning signs are flashing nationally and in Wisconsin.
Feb 3rd, 2020 by Bill Kaplan
Port Traffic Up in 2019
Port rebounds from down 2018 to exceed five-year average cargo volume.
Jan 30th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Call Bolton to Testify, Baldwin Urges
Former National Security advisor’s book says Trump froze Ukraine aid to force Biden investigation and implicates Ron Johnson.
Jan 29th, 2020 by Erik Gunn
“Gut Check Time” For Senators, Baldwin Says
Pushes U.S. Senate to let Bolton testify in Trump impeachment trial.
Jan 28th, 2020 by Shawn Johnson
Trump Wants to Slash Social Security
If reelected will push for this. Has proposed $1.9 trillion cut in entitlement programs.
Jan 27th, 2020 by Bill Kaplan
Stakes High in Voter Purge Battle
Would remove 17% of Milwaukee County voters, but less than 1% of Waukesha County voters.
Jan 27th, 2020 by Steven Walters
Black Organizing Group Tripling in Size
BLOC looks to increase turnout, political power of city’s African American voters.
Jan 22nd, 2020 by Sam Woods
Trump’s Decision to Kill
The President seems to have gotten away with murder, just like he said he would.
Jan 21st, 2020 by Bill Christofferson
GOP Targets Three Democratic Reps
Their Assembly districts voted for Trump. They now face Republican challengers.
Jan 20th, 2020 by Steven Walters
What Would Martin Luther King Think?
What would he make of Trump, and the 2020 Democratic challengers?
Jan 20th, 2020 by Eugene Kane
Mocked By Trump, Wisconsin Woman Sets The Record Straight
Protester ejected from President Trump's rally in Milwaukee tells her story.
Jan 17th, 2020 by Erik Gunn
DNC Chair Talks Healthcare in Milwaukee
Chair Tom Perez is touring 2020 battle ground states discussing health care.
Jan 17th, 2020 by Corrinne Hess
How China Trade Agreement Impacts Wisconsin Farmers
China agrees to purchase $80 billion of US food, agricultural and seafood products.
Jan 16th, 2020 by Miranda Suarez
Trump Visit Draws Protests Downtown
Protests and police maneuvers may be a taste of DNC 2020.
Jan 16th, 2020 by Isiah Holmes
Milwaukee Seeking $50 Million To Pay for DNC Security
Federal grant covers costs of police and fire during convention. 4,000 police officers expected.
Jan 16th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Both Parties Bar Primary Challenge to Trump
Weld and Walsh barred from Republican presidential primary in state’s Spring election. Why?
Jan 15th, 2020 by Bruce Thompson
Trump’s Flights of Fancy at Rally
President's speech in Milwaukee filled with exaggerations and made-up numbers.
Jan 15th, 2020 by Erik Gunn
Does Court Ruling Mean No Voter Purge?
Appeals court decision and Elections Commission vote may defeat effort to purge voting list for 2020 election.
Jan 15th, 2020 by Shawn Johnson
Foxconn Hasn’t Created Innovation Centers
Hasn’t fulfilled promise of 1,200 jobs and new centers in Milwaukee, Green Bay, Eau Claire, Madison.
Jan 14th, 2020 by Corrinne Hess
Why a Voter Purge Is So Critical
The goal is to reelect Trump. Even if that means purging some Republican voters, too.
Jan 14th, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
Bill Would Prohibit Free Campaign Rallies
Trump, Clinton campaigns still owe Eau Claire, other cities for security, sanitation costs.
Jan 14th, 2020 by Rich Kremer
Judge Holds Election Commissioners in Contempt
Will be fined $250 per day until they approve purge 209,000 names from voting list.
Jan 13th, 2020 by Corrinne Hess
Huge Drop in Refugees Resettled Since 2016
Wisconsin resettled 480 refugees in 2019, compared to nearly 1,877 in 2016.
Jan 12th, 2020 by Will Cushman
Another Walker Appointee Gets Top EPA Job
Kurt Thiede, former deputy secretary of state DNR, will run federal EPA’s regional office in Chicago.
Jan 10th, 2020 by Robin Bravender
What’s Going on With Voting List Purge?
A scramble in the courts and an uncertain future.
Jan 9th, 2020 by Ruth Conniff
The Return of Texas v. U.S.
Case could kill ACA, leave 18 million without health insurance. Which states would be hurt most?
Jan 9th, 2020 by Bruce Thompson
Rep. Gallagher Defends Slaying of Iranian General
But Wisconsin Congressman opposes attacks on Iran’s cultural sites.
Jan 8th, 2020 by Laurel White
Seven Will Run for County Executive
Gwen Moore endorses Lipscomb, Crowley has raised $53,000, no word from Abele.
Jan 7th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
‘Relentless Pursuit’ Worries Immigration Activists
Will new federal enforcement effort, working with Milwaukee Police, involve ICE agents?
Jan 7th, 2020 by Isiah Holmes
Journal Sentinel Promotes Long-Gone Writer
Readers urged to read Michael Wolff’s “brutally honest’ column. It hasn’t run in two years.
Jan 6th, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
State Politicians Respond to Iranian General’s Killing
Activists are protesting and politicos weighing in on assassination, U.S. troop escalation.
Jan 4th, 2020 by Erik Gunn
Measuring Republican Views on Impeachment
Poll shows a culture of denial among Wisconsin Trump supporters.
Jan 2nd, 2020 by Bruce Thompson
Trump’s Most Formidable Foe?
Mike Bloomberg, a real billionaire running against an alleged one, could be a very tough opponent.
Jan 2nd, 2020 by John Torinus
Birds Can Now Be Slaughtered
County tries to protect birds as Trump policies open door to wanton killing.
Dec 30th, 2019 by James Rowen
Back From Madrid, Barnes Pushes Climate Policy
Lt. Governor attended international climate conference, envisions state as a climate policy leader.
Dec 30th, 2019 by Isiah Holmes
Top 10 Political Stories of 2019
Lots of drama in last year of the decade. Which were the biggest stories?
Dec 30th, 2019 by Steven Walters
State’s Future Depends on Knowledge Economy
Two new studies show why state needs to support its universities.
Dec 27th, 2019 by Spencer Black
Rep. Sensenbrenner’s Disappointing Column
The Republican has showed his independence in the past. But not this time, not on impeachment.
Dec 26th, 2019 by Bruce Thompson
Federal Crime Effort Includes Milwaukee
One of 7 cities picked for new anti-crime program, Operation: Relentless Pursuit.
Dec 26th, 2019 by Isiah Holmes
Mayor Bloomberg Comes to Town
Presidential candidate opens campaign office in Milwaukee and tours Public Market.
Dec 23rd, 2019 by Graham Kilmer
A Love Letter to ‘Dairylandia’
Former Milwaukee Journal managing editor Steve Hannah’s new book celebrates “modest Wisconsin.”
Dec 22nd, 2019 by John Torinus
It’s All About Black Milwaukee
2020 election spotlight on one group of voters in one city. What does it all mean?
Dec 20th, 2019 by Eugene Kane
Why Pocan Voted No on Trade Deal
Madison Democrat the only state representative to oppose historic revision of NAFTA.
Dec 20th, 2019 by Ruth Conniff
Sean Duffy’s Ex-Chief of Staff Sells Pot
Pete Meachum, top aide to Duffy before Congressman resigned, now lobbies for marijuana producer.
Dec 19th, 2019 by Ruth Conniff
Ryan, Boehner, Gingrich to Team Up
Three former speakers will work to keep Republican control of most state legislatures.
Dec 18th, 2019 by Melanie Conklin
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
