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Bipartisan Group of Lawmakers Push $10M Clean Water Fund
Trust fund would support clean water projects, though a cash source for the fund remains uncertain.
Jan 31st, 2020 by Danielle Kaeding
Farmers Forgotten?
Despite bipartisan reception, farm legislation delayed during special legislative session.
Jan 30th, 2020 by Melanie Conklin
‘Fair Deal’ Sales Tax Referendum Blocked From April Ballot
But there's still a chance for the November ballot.
Jan 30th, 2020 by Corrinne Hess
GOP Gerrymandering and School Choice
Republicans proclaim vouchers for minorities while seeking ways to disenfranchise their votes.
Jan 30th, 2020 by Ruth Conniff
State Expects To Collect $818 Million More in Taxes Than Estimated
Republicans and Democrats battle over how to use the money.
Jan 24th, 2020 by Shawn Johnson
Evers Calls Special Session on Dairy Crisis
His State-of-State speech also announces nonpartisan redistricting commission.
Jan 23rd, 2020 by Laurel White
Homelessness Decreasing in Wisconsin
Nationwide homelessness is increasing. Meanwhile, state lawmakers argue over funding to combat the issue.
Jan 17th, 2020 by Danielle Kaeding
Trump Visit Draws Protests Downtown
Protests and police maneuvers may be a taste of DNC 2020.
Jan 16th, 2020 by Isiah Holmes
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
GOP Legislators Push “Tougher on Crime” Bills
Stiffer penalties on variety of crimes even as Evers moves to reduce prison population.
Jan 14th, 2020 by Isiah Holmes
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
Evers Assigns “Homework” to Legislators
Urges a legislative session long enough to pass bipartisan bills on water quality, homelessness, other issues.
Jan 10th, 2020 by Rob Mentzer
Legislators Unveil $10 Million Clean Water Plan
Package of 13 proposals. Evers likely to support the approach.
Jan 9th, 2020 by Laurel White
Clock Ticking for Legislature
Short session, just two months planned for 2020. Can two parties agree on any legislation?
Jan 7th, 2020 by Melanie Conklin
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
State Residents Cross Border for Legal Pot
Hundreds of Wisconsin buyers heading to Illinois now that it has legalized marijuana.
Jan 3rd, 2020 by Corrinne Hess
Gov. Evers Reviews His First Year
Not satisfied, but cites progress on schools, health care, “Scott holes”.
Jan 2nd, 2020 by Ruth Conniff
Losing Sheila’s Smile
I’m now among some 40% of Americans who know someone killed with a gun.
Dec 31st, 2019 by Jeff Spitzer-Resnick
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
Another Evers Cabinet Pick Under Fire
Republicans won’t approve Dawn Crim, Secretary of the Department of Safety and Professional Services.
Dec 24th, 2019 by Ruth Conniff
Senate Democrats Offer 2020 Agenda
Shilling pushes homeless funding and closing dark store tax loophole.
Dec 24th, 2019 by Laurel White
All They Want for Christmas
The Christmas wish lists of Gov. Evers, Mayor Barrett and other politicians.
Dec 23rd, 2019 by Steven Walters
Republicans May Push Property Tax Cut
Fitzgerald says bill may be introduced next year. But casts doubt on homeless funding.
Dec 22nd, 2019 by Laurel White
Convention Center Moves Forward
District board hires Atlanta-based architectural firm for $300 million project.
Dec 20th, 2019 by Corrinne Hess
Evers Says Changes to Foxconn Deal Likely
Foxconn offers statement with no mention of changing contract.
Dec 20th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
GOP Bill Legalizes Medical Marijuana
But Fitzgerald and Vos immediately throw cold water on idea.
Dec 11th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
What Is Elections Commission Thinking?
Requesting GOP legislators’ guidance on voter roll purge could corrupt process.
Dec 8th, 2019 by Analiese Eicher
State Leads in Cutting Pollution Control
Funding decline of 36% from 2008-2018, biggest in U.S., Walker helped drive change.
Dec 8th, 2019 by Danielle Kaeding
12% of Students Feel Unsafe in School
And 5% of state teens now carry a weapon to school, study finds.
Dec 5th, 2019 by Corrinne Hess
How Homeless Got Frozen Out
With no explanation, Fitzgerald stopped bipartisan bill providing grants to homeless shelters.
Nov 27th, 2019 by Melanie Conklin
Legislature Passing Few Bills
Assembly and Senate seldom in session. Just 21 bills passed in 2019 while typical average is more than 300.
Nov 15th, 2019 by Melanie Conklin
Meet Evers’ New Ag Advisor, Brad Pfaff
Governor’s fired Agriculture Secretary now the Department of Administration’s director of business and rural development.
Nov 12th, 2019 by Melanie Conklin
The Path to Brad Pfaff’s Firing
Why GOP legislators shot down Agriculture Secretary. And why Evers was incensed.
Nov 11th, 2019 by Steven Walters
More People Using Pot as Medicine
But state laws and research not yet on their side.
Nov 9th, 2019 by Shayli Kipnis
Republicans Dismiss Governor’s Special Session
Two houses immediately adjourn session on guns. They lack “the courage” to take on issue, Evers says.
Nov 8th, 2019 by Laurel White
Senate Votes to Kill Governor Veto Power
Approves putting constitutional amendment on ballot to restrict partial veto power.
Nov 6th, 2019 by Ruth Conniff
Senate Fires State Agriculture Secretary
Every Republican votes not to approve Evers appointee Brad Pfaff.
Nov 6th, 2019 by Laurel White
Farm Groups Support Agriculture Secretary
Republicans threaten to force firing of Evers’ secretary Brad Pfaff; farm groups object.
Nov 5th, 2019 by Hope Kirwan
Bill Would Decriminalize Pot Possession
Democratic plan ends criminal penalties for up to 28 grams of marijuana.
Oct 30th, 2019 by Laurel White
Vos, Fitzgerald Scared of Gun Reforms
Scared bill could threaten reelection of some GOP legislators — and give Evers a win.
Oct 28th, 2019 by Melanie Conklin
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
Fitzgerald Says Legislators Plays ‘Goalie” With Evers
Few bills getting passed, most of Evers' cabinet picks still not approved by Senate.
Oct 25th, 2019 by Laurel White
State Supreme Court Reviews Lame Duck Laws
Justices question both sides in challenge to laws reducing powers of governor, attorney general.
Oct 22nd, 2019 by Ruth Conniff
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
Evers Calls Special Session on Guns
Governor says only Vos and Fitzgerald prevent common sense gun reforms.
Oct 21st, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Senate Passes Insurance Industry Bill
Industry gave $1.9 million in campaign donations. Bill allows shorter notice of premium hikes.
Oct 16th, 2019 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
A World Without Scott Fitzgerald
Capitol insiders wonder who will be senate majority leader if Fitzgerald wins race for Congress.
Oct 14th, 2019 by Steven Walters
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
Democrats Push Medical Marijuana, Red Flag Law
Democratic legislators want to take up issues during fall legislative session.
Oct 7th, 2019 by Laurel White
4-Year-Old Kindergarten Gets Bipartisan Support
Senate taking up bills in committee that would expand early childhood education programs.
Oct 7th, 2019 by Ruth Conniff
Bipartisan Bill Would Legalize Medical Marijuana
But Senate Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald strongly opposes the bill.
Oct 3rd, 2019 by Isiah Holmes
Legislature May Debate Few Fall-Session Issues
Short fall legislative session doesn't leave a lot of room for action on major issues.
Sep 30th, 2019 by Steven Walters
Pot Tourism in Illinois?
Could Illinois become a tourist destination for Wisconsinites that like marijuana?
Sep 30th, 2019 by Melanie Conklin
Bill Would Increase Public Defender Pay
Bipartisan legislation funds merit based pay increases for public defenders.
Sep 27th, 2019 by Danielle Kaeding
Municipalities Calling For Mass Violence Reform
League of Wisconsin Municipalities want Gov. Evers and the legislature to work together to find solutions.
Sep 26th, 2019 by Alana Watson
Evers Wants Gun Laws
Governor said he would call a special session if Republicans don't act.
Sep 25th, 2019 by Shamane Mills
Congressional Primaries Can Be Unpredictable
Sensenbrenner seat could draw a wide field.
Sep 23rd, 2019 by Steven Walters
Evers Renews Call for Red Flag Gun Law
Republican legislators say proposal violates due process rights.
Sep 19th, 2019 by Laurel White
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
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
Betsy DeVos Comes to Town
U.S. Education Secretary visits St. Marcus Lutheran School, promotes $5 billion federal plan for private schools.
Sep 17th, 2019 by Corrinne Hess
Kaul Says Lame Duck Law Costs Taxpayers
AG says legislative oversight stalls cases, makes lower settlements for taxpayers likely.
Sep 10th, 2019 by Melanie Conklin
Line Forming for Sensenbrenner’s Seat
8 Republicans (Vukmir, Nicholson, Fitzgerald, Farrow etc.) considering a run, along with one Democrat.
Sep 6th, 2019 by Laurel White
50 Years of Jim Sensenbrenner
The numbers, the gruffness, the tales. And who will run for his seat?
Sep 5th, 2019 by Melanie Conklin
Where Will Future Jobs Come From?
Those Labor Day think pieces offered few answers. Where do we go from here?
Sep 4th, 2019 by John Torinus
Lame Duck Laws Hurting the State
Tying hands of Attorney General stalls 15 lawsuits, could cost taxpayers millions.
Sep 4th, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
Lame Duck Laws Opposed Overwhelmingly
Records show Legislature fielded nearly 48,000 contacts from people and 98% opposed lame duck laws.
Sep 4th, 2019 by Erik Gunn
GOP Lawmakers Have Big Lead in 2019 Funds
Raised twice as much as Democrats in campaign donations in first half of 2019.
Aug 16th, 2019 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
State Needs Republican Leadership on Guns
History is watching. Will Sen. Fitzgerald think beyond elections and consider what’s best for the state?
Aug 16th, 2019 by Gregory Humphrey
Evers, Democrats Unveil Background Checks Bill
“Universal background checks” on gun sales shouldn’t need “permission from NRA,” Evers says.
Aug 15th, 2019 by Laurel White
Evers Bows to Business Group
“My administration continues to support the work you’re doing,” he tells right-wing WMC.
Aug 15th, 2019 by Matt Rothschild
“I Don’t Have the Answer” to Mass Shootings
So says Senate leader Scott Fitzgerald, who opposes expanding background checks.
Aug 14th, 2019 by Laurel White
6 Questions for Legislators on Guns
How many state residents have guns? How many favor background checks, other laws?
Aug 12th, 2019 by Steven Walters
State Leaders Divided Over Gun Laws
In the aftermath of mass shootings in El Paso and Dayton, Democrats push for "red flag" laws, Republicans balk.
Aug 7th, 2019 by Laurel White
GOP Suit Slaps Kaul on Lame Duck Laws
AG contests lawsuit, calling it “attempt to undermine public safety in Wisconsin.”
Aug 2nd, 2019 by Melanie Conklin
Republicans Deny New Gerrymander Plan
Not planning to bypass governor, Fitzgerald says, but he and Vos won’t take follow-up questions.
Jul 30th, 2019 by Ruth Conniff
GOP Could Bypass Evers, Gerrymander Again
Joint Resolution bill could prevent governor veto, gain second decade of gerrymandering.
Jul 29th, 2019 by Ruth Conniff
Enough of Divide-and-Conquer Politics
Once again Vos and Fitzgerald try to scapegoat Milwaukee.
Jul 22nd, 2019 by State Sen. Jeff Smith
Evers Touts $75 Million Local Grants Fund
Competitive grants for local transportation replace state roads fund, includes mass transit.
Jul 18th, 2019 by Corrinne Hess
Gerrymandering Bill is Bipartisan
Three Republican legislators are co-sponsers of bill calling for nonpartisan redistricting.
Jul 12th, 2019 by Laurel White
Republicans Seek to Limit Governor’s Veto
Legislators propose constitutional amendment to bar partial vetoes increasing spending.
Jul 10th, 2019 by Laurel White
State Budget Fell Short on Highways?
Legislators in both parties say budget lacked long-term solution to state’s transportation woes.
Jul 8th, 2019 by Laurel White
Healthy Economy Buys New State Spending
Which helps explain budget victory being claimed by both parties.
Jul 8th, 2019 by Steven Walters
Evers Uses 78 Partial Vetoes on Budget
Vetoes will help pay for $65 million more in education funding in revised budget.
Jul 3rd, 2019 by Laurel White
State’s Loss on Federal ACA is $1.3 Billion
State loses $1.3 billion in federal funds for medical care under Republican two-year budget.
Jul 3rd, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
Redistricting Now Up to Citizen Action
U.S. Supreme Court decision leaves it up to voters to demand non-partisan redistricting.
Jul 2nd, 2019 by Jay Heck
Vos Wants Medical Marijuana Bill
Assembly Speaker wants to push this bill in fall. Will Senate oppose it?
Jul 1st, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
Did Legislators Work Too Fast?
Apparently had no time to address issues like drunk driving and water pollution.
Jun 30th, 2019 by Gregory Humphrey
Senate Sends $82 Billion Budget to Evers
Governor can reject, approve or partially veto the Republicans' revised version of budget.
Jun 27th, 2019 by Laurel White
Why GOP Opposes Federal Medicaid Funds
It’s cost state taxpayers $1.1 billion. Why won’t Republicans accept the money?
Jun 26th, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
State Supreme Court Upholds Lame-Duck Laws
The conservative majority not persuaded by arguments that extraordinary session was unconstitutional.
Jun 21st, 2019 by Laurel White
Steve Nass Won’t Vote For Budget
Nass making it harder for GOP colleagues to pass their budget.
Jun 20th, 2019 by Laurel White
Joint Finance Committee Passes Budget
Majority Republicans rejected many Evers proposals. Minority Democrats assail GOP plan.
Jun 14th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
Why Republicans Hate the Gas Tax
Once they promoted this user fee, now they’d rather roads fall apart. Why?
Jun 13th, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
High Court Reinstates Lame Duck Laws
State Supreme Court will keep most of the laws in effect while it decides on appeals to them.
Jun 12th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
GOP Budget Jacks Up Auto Fees
Vehicle title fee up 137%; higher fees would raise $393 million for roads.
Jun 7th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
Repeal Criminal Abortion Law, Democrats Demand
Old law makes it a felony for doctors to perform abortions, could apply if Roe decision overruled.
Jun 5th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
Factory Farms Oppose Clean Water Fees
Evers wants fees to fund pollution oversight. GOP legislators oppose this and got $1.4 million from Big Dairy.
Jun 2nd, 2019 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Vos, Fitzgerald Float Highway Funding Ideas
Republicans likely to support some funding, but not agreeing yet on which taxes or fees.
May 28th, 2019 by Steven Walters
