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Evers Faces Washington, April Elections Headwinds
Will governor run for reelection? Are political winds behind or against Democrats?
Jan 27th, 2025 by Steven Walters
Evers Hosts Roundtable at Southside Grocery Store
Gov. Tony Evers visited El Rey supermarket the day after his State of the State Speech.
Jan 23rd, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
How Will Trump Affect Wisconsin’s Climate and Clean Energy Programs?
His executive orders target federal programs that awarded billions to Wisconsin.
Jan 22nd, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding
Democrats Now Have Even Less Power on Assembly Committees
They gained 10 seats in Assembly, but Vos gives them lower percentage on committees.
Jan 22nd, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Wisconsin Challenges Trump’s Order Ending Birthright Citizenship
Joining 19 other states suing Trump and federal agencies over executive order.
Jan 21st, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Wisconsin’s Immigrant Rights Advocates Prepare for ‘Mass Deportation’
A key issue: how much will law enforcement authorities cooperate with effort?
Jan 21st, 2025 by Henry Redman
Ads Push Rep. Van Orden to Oppose Pardons for Convicted Jan. 6 Rioters
Sergeant who defended Capitol joins Courage for America in opposing pardons.
Jan 20th, 2025 by Erik Gunn
Sean Duffy Is Odd Pick to Run Department of Transportation
Former Wisconsin congressman has little management experience or interest in the issue.
Jan 20th, 2025 by Frank Zufall
Is ICE Building A Detention Facility in Milwaukee?
Politicians and community groups keep using the D word. ICE says no.
Jan 17th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
How Will County Jail React To Trump’s ‘Mass Deportation’ Policy?
Per Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office policy, it does not detain individuals at the request of ICE.
Jan 16th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Full-Speed Ahead For Sean Duffy To Serve As Transportation Secretary
Former Wisconsin congressman finds bipartisan support, discusses policy during confirmation hearing.
Jan 16th, 2025 by Nick Rommel
Broad Coalition Opposes New Immigration Enforcement Facility
City, county and state officials, community and business leaders condemn ICE proposal.
Jan 15th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Grant Will Fund 6 Years of Milwaukee to Twin Cities Train
Amtrak Borealis secures major federal grant for 6 years of operations.
Jan 11th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Wins Grant To Rebuild National Avenue
New federal funding will advance Complete Streets effort, free up funding for other streets.
Jan 9th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Crime, Trump’s Claims and The Facts
Has the crime rate gone up or down in Milwaukee and nationally?
Jan 8th, 2025 by Bruce Thompson
Federal Regulators Deny Petitions to Reduce Protections for Wolves
Wisconsin Bear Hunters, other groups in nation petitioned U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
Jan 8th, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding
Cargo Tonnage Lagging at Great Lakes Ports
But Port Milwaukee seeing increase from new Agricultural Maritime Export Facility.
Jan 7th, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding
Brad Schimel Defends Jan. 6 Rioters
Former Republican attorney general running for Wisconsin Supreme Court also attacks jury trials.
Jan 6th, 2025 by Ruth Conniff
Top Senate Democrat Schumer Endorses Wikler in Race for DNC Chair
Schumer's endorsement marks major boost for Wisconsin Democrat's candidacy.
Jan 2nd, 2025 by Rich Kremer
The Year’s Most Popular Urban Milwaukee Stories
Frankly, we're surprised by which stories made the Top 10. You may be, too.
Dec 30th, 2024 by Urban Milwaukee
Top 10 News Stories of 2024
Oh what a year it was. Here are the top 10 news stories, plus honorable mentions.
Dec 30th, 2024 by Steven Walters
Outside Liberal Groups Outspent GOP 10-1 Yet Van Orden Still Won
Democrat Rebecca Cooke still lost to western Wisconsin Rep. Derrick Van Orden.
Dec 29th, 2024 by Peter Cameron
Effort To Map Bottom of Great Lakes Part of Climate Change Mitigation Effort
"More is known about the surface of the moon and Mars than the bottom of the Great Lakes," says project leader.
Dec 27th, 2024 by Danielle Kaeding
GOP Launching ‘Milwaukee Accountability Committee’
There's DOGE, GOAT and now MAC, all promising improved government.
Dec 24th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Why People Live Longer in Some States
The differences between Wisconsin and states like Mississippi.
Dec 23rd, 2024 by Bruce Thompson
A Christmas Gift List For State Officials
What would Tony Evers, Robin Vos, Tammy Baldwin and Ron Johnson like to get?
Dec 23rd, 2024 by Steven Walters
Move Over DOGE and Musk, Vos Unveils GOAT For Wisconsin
The 'Government Oversight, Accountability and Transparency' is similar to a newly-launched Trump effort.
Dec 20th, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Wisconsin’s 10 GOP Electors Cast Legal Votes for Donald Trump, JD Vance
4 years ago, a different group of Republicans tried to pull off a false electors scheme.
Dec 17th, 2024 by Shawn Johnson
What Are Foxconn’s Employees Doing?
After 7 years and $700 million in taxpayer subsidies, what have we learned?
Dec 17th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Hesselbein Will Revive Medical Marijuana Bill
Democratic state Senate leader expects more bipartisan legislation in new session.
Dec 16th, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Wisconsin Senate Democrats Plan To Work Across The Aisle
With major gains in the number of seats, Democrats see opportunity.
Dec 13th, 2024 by Baylor Spears
GOP Attorney Jim Troupis Appears in Court For Fake Elector Scheme
Troupis says Democratic Attorney General Josh Kaul 'should be ashamed of himself' for bringing criminal case for 'political gain.'
Dec 12th, 2024 by Rich Kremer and Anya Van Wagtendonk
Water Council Effort Fails To Secure Federal Grant
But nonprofit says it remains focused on developing W+E Forward initiative.
Dec 11th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Republicans Behind the Times on Act 10
70% of Americans now approve of unions, compared with 48% in 2009.
Dec 11th, 2024 by Ruth Conniff
Kaul Adds 10 Felony Counts Against GOP Attorneys in False Electors Case
Charging Jim Troupis, Kenneth Chesebro and Mike Roman of defrauding electors.
Dec 10th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Will Trump Kill Milwaukee Street Upgrades and EV Projects?
At stake are at least 5 federal grants to city worth $99 million; will Trump claw back money?
Dec 10th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Trump Taps Fiserv CEO To Lead Large Federal Agency
Frank Bisignano is the first nominee with a clear Milwaukee connection.
Dec 5th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
How Fair Are Wisconsin’s Taxes?
And how will they be affected by Trump tax cuts?
Dec 4th, 2024 by Bruce Thompson
Trump Tariffs a Threat to Wisconsin Manufacturing?
Report warns of possible trade war affecting state's $12 billion in annual exports.
Dec 4th, 2024 by Joe Schulz
Could Ben Wikler Nationalize Wisconsin-Style Campaigning?
Wisconsin Democratic Chair seeks to become national party leader.
Dec 3rd, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Wisconsin’s Ben Wikler Enters Race for DNC Chair
State chairman has helped Democrats win 7 of 10 statewide races.
Dec 1st, 2024 by Deneen Smith
36 MATC Students Become ‘Citizens by Choice’
College's four-month citizenship preparation classes helps students pass the tests.
Nov 28th, 2024 by Corrinne Hess
ACA Enrollment Off to Strong Start
'Incredibly busy' in Wisconsin. But will Trump, Republicans target health care coverage in 2025?
Nov 25th, 2024 by Erik Gunn
Van Orden May Be More Vulnerable in ’26, Experts Say
Trump's coattails helped western Wisconsin congressman win by just 2.8%.
Nov 24th, 2024 by Peter Cameron
Have You Seen Milwaukee’s Trump Art Gallery and Bat Signal?
'Make Art Great Again' says new art gallery.
Nov 21st, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Rep. Gwen Moore Believes Trump’s Tax Plan Will Require Votes From Some Democrats
With small margins in House and Senate, Moore says Republicans will need to work with Democrats to enact changes.
Nov 21st, 2024 by Trevor Hook
What the 2024 Election Tells Us About Wisconsin Voters
Wisconsin was the most competitive state in America. Which issues mattered?
Nov 20th, 2024 by Bruce Thompson
State Office Backs Sanctions Against Michael Gableman for Election Probe
Office of Lawyer Regulation finds 10 violations of rules by former Supreme Court justice.
Nov 20th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Watertown School District Adopts More Restrictive Transgender Policies
Will other school districts in state follow suit?
Nov 19th, 2024 by Corrinne Hess
State High Court Hears Arguments on Meagan Wolfe’s ‘Holdover’ Appointment
Is Wisconsin Elections Commission decision a 'case of careful what you wish for'?
Nov 19th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Trump Picks Sean Duffy for US Transportation Secretary
Fox TV host and former Wisconsin congressman was early Trump supporter.
Nov 19th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Tommy Thompson Shames Himself
His embrace of Donald Trump and RFK Jr. has soiled the ex-governor’s reputation.
Nov 19th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Eric Hovde Concedes US Senate Race to Tammy Baldwin
After making unfounded claims about election results Republican concedes.
Nov 18th, 2024 by Rich Kremer and Shawn Johnson
‘Our Community Is Terrified’ — Mass Deportations Feared
State immigrants rights group, attorneys consider threat from second Trump term.
Nov 18th, 2024 by Joe Schulz
Wisconsin Voters Again Color State Purple
The state continues to flip back and forth between two parties, two ideologies.
Nov 18th, 2024 by Steven Walters
Pushback Grows On Hovde’s Refusal To Concede
Republican U.S. Senate candidate even said he lost, but won't concede to Baldwin.
Nov 15th, 2024 by Erik Gunn
Wisconsin Democratic Party Leader In Running For National Party Chairmanship
Ben Wikler has chaired the Democratic Party of Wisconsin since 2019.
Nov 15th, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk
What Kind of Economy Will Trump Inherit?
Across the board the numbers all tell a similar story.
Nov 13th, 2024 by Bruce Thompson
Utility Hikes, Democratic Losses and the Wealth Gap
As Evers appointees rewarded utility execs, Kamala Harris backed off taxing corporations.
Nov 13th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Hovde Tells Talk Radio Host He Lost
But Republican Senate candidate won't concede race. Bipartisan group criticizes him.
Nov 13th, 2024 by Erik Gunn
Milwaukee Activists Face New Reality Under Trump
'A lot of disillusionment, disappointment, frustration' -- and a call to regroup.
Nov 13th, 2024 by Isiah Holmes
Hovde Won’t Concede, Offers Baseless Election Fraud Charges
Republican Senate candidate attacks Milwaukee results and casts doubts on recounts.
Nov 12th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Trump Made Big Gains on Wisconsin’s College Campuses
2024 election data shows the youngest wards shifted strongly towards Republicans.
Nov 12th, 2024 by Nick Rommel
Women Lead Democratic Gains in Legislature
Wisconsin voters rejected Kamala Harris but back many other women for office.
Nov 11th, 2024 by Steven Walters
Wisconsin Supreme Court Hears Arguments Monday in Abortion Lawsuit
Does 1849 state law protecting 'life of unborn child' make abortions illegal?
Nov 11th, 2024 by Sarah Lehr
Wisconsin Could Lose Out As Trump Targets Clean Energy Policies
Trump poised to kill Biden program that promised $4 billion to Wisconsin by 2030.
Nov 10th, 2024 by Danielle Kaeding
Kaul Says DOJ Will Defend Wisconsin’s Rights Following Trump Election
Attorney General will fight any threats to 'the freedoms of Wisconsinites.'
Nov 10th, 2024 by Baylor Spears
Milwaukee Woman Part of Nationwide Group To Receive Racist ‘Plantation’ Texts
Racially-motivated messages threaten recipients, use their names.
Nov 7th, 2024 by Isiah Holmes
Results Show Wisconsin GOP Is Now Trump’s MAGA Party
Trump outperformed underlying Republican candidates, reversing 2020 results.
Nov 7th, 2024 by Shawn Johnson
How Trump Will Change Wisconsin
Voters in this state opted for change. What will they get?
Nov 7th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Congressman Derrick Van Orden Reelected in Tight Race
Republican beat Democratic challenger Rebecca Cooke by less than 3%.
Nov 6th, 2024 by Hope Kirwan
He’s Back, Donald Trump Wins Presidency
Trump declares victory hours before all votes in Wisconsin, Michigan reported.
Nov 6th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
With Milwaukee Absentees, Baldwin Narrowly Edges Hovde
Race appears headed for a potential recount.
Nov 6th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin Voters Approve Constitutional Amendment
GOP backers say amendment will block possibility of noncitizens voting in local elections.
Nov 6th, 2024 by Sarah Lehr
Scenes From City’s Central Count
Milwaukee election workers are processing 106,000 absentee ballots under watchful eyes of many observers.
Nov 5th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Evers, Baldwin Tour Milwaukee and Madison
Democratic governor and senator visit key sites to energize voters on Election Day.
Nov 5th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
1.5 Million Absentee Ballots Cast in Wisconsin
That's 41% of registered voters, a new record for state's presidential election.
Nov 5th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
In Final Wisconsin Appearance, Walz Touts His Small Town Roots
Campaign still trying to find that final undecided voter, boost turnout.
Nov 4th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
County Officials Encourage Voter Participation, Trust in Election
Urging participation in democratic process and noting how secure local election system is.
Nov 4th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Milwaukee Prepares To Count More Than 105,000 Absentee Ballots
Officials attempt to demystify alleged 'dumping' process forced on them by state law.
Nov 4th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Harassing Letters and Vandalism Target Democrats in Kenosha
Warnings of biblical hellfire if they don't vote for Trump.
Nov 4th, 2024 by Isiah Holmes
How State’s Election Rules Have Changed
2020's false election claims led to 2022 rule changes in Wisconsin that are now overturned, even as lawsuits filed.
Nov 4th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Can Harris Win Wisconsin?
Why Democrats are confident. And how the state's geography could upset expectations.
Nov 4th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
‘Values Matter, Character Matters,’ Says Obama in Last-Minute Push For Harris
Former president Barack Obama attacks Trump, praises Harris in Miwaukee appearance.
Nov 3rd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Federal Agents Will Monitor Polls in Milwaukee
Wisconsin Elections Commission Administrator Meagan Wolfe says clerks have been preparing since 2020 for potential election problems. DOJ targets four Wisconsin communities.
Nov 2nd, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Trump Tells Voters in Milwaukee He Doesn’t Want Their Money, ‘I Want Your Damn Vote’
In another digressive speech, Trump attacks his enemies and offers lofty promises to his supporters.
Nov 2nd, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Harris Turns To Hip Hop Artists In Last-Minute Push To Boost Turnout
State Fair Park rally features vice president, Cardi B and actor Keegan-Michael Key.
Nov 1st, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Obama and Walz To Milwaukee Sunday and Monday, Vance to La Crosse
Campaigns will continue to blitz Dairy State after dueling rallies Friday.
Nov 1st, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Bill Clinton Attempts To Rally Harris Voters in Milwaukee Appearance
The former president rallied faith leaders in appearance on Hampton Avenue.
Nov 1st, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Harris, Trump Court Voters, Turnout in Dueling Wisconsin Rallies Wednesday
Harris in Madison, Trump in Green Bay . They'll do it again Friday in Milwaukee.
Oct 31st, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Joe Schulz, Anna Marie Yanny, and Nick Rommel
Harris and Trump Within Margin of Error in Final Marquette Poll
Survey of likely Wisconsin voters shows Baldwin leading Hovde by 2 points.
Oct 31st, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Harris Campaign Building Lakefront Stage, Not For Friday Rally
But what is the stage for? Campaign doesn't say.
Oct 30th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Is Immigration A “Happy Problem?”
People are voting with their feet to come to the U.S., despite how Trump characterizes it.
Oct 30th, 2024 by Bruce Thompson
U.S. Supreme Court Declines RFK Jr’s Request To Get Off Wisconsin Ballot
Kennedy has endorsed Trump, but only after applying to appear on Wisconsin ballot.
Oct 30th, 2024 by Baylor Spears
Gwen Moore Faces Familiar Challenger In Effort to Retain Seat
It's the fourth contest between Tim Rogers and the 10-term incumbent.
Oct 30th, 2024 by Nick Rommel
Judge Dismisses Lawsuit That Attempted To Toss 143,000 Wisconsin Voter Registrations
Former Trump attorney sued to block voters with mismatched USPS data.
Oct 30th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Bipartisan Group Urges Trust in Wisconsin Election Process
Former Republican and Democratic elected officials say state's elections are safe, secure and deliberately slow.
Oct 30th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Following Election, Wisconsin Supreme Court Will Hear Arguments on Abortion, Election Chief
Oral arguments scheduled for high-profile issues.
Oct 29th, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk
‘Voter Rescue’ Group Redirects Lost Milwaukee Voters on Election Day
More than 900 voters went to an early voting site on election day in 2022.
Oct 29th, 2024 by Tom Kertscher
In Racine, JD Vance Responds To Backlash From New York Rally
Crass comments about Puerto Rico, minority groups put Trump campaign on defensive.
Oct 29th, 2024 by Evan Casey
