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DAs Offices Across State Struggle to Hire Attorneys
Low pay and a national shortage cause staffing issue, possible 'constitutional crisis.'
Feb 8th, 2023 by Sarah Lehr
GOP Legislators Vote For Audit of State’s Licensing Agency
They cite backlog in approving licenses. Democrats blame inadequate funding and staff.
Feb 8th, 2023 by Erik Gunn
Evers Budget Spends Millions on Clean Energy
$14 million price tag includes funding for clean energy job training and reemployment.
Feb 8th, 2023 by Shawn Johnson
Evers’ Budget Will Include More Shared Revenue, Sales Tax
Proposal could solve Milwaukee's fiscal woes. But Republicans may scrap Ever's budget.
Feb 8th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Mandela Barnes Forms Political Action Committee
The Long Run PAC will support new generation of progressive candidates.
Feb 7th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Preston Cole Will Lead Department of Administration
Former DNR Secretary and City Hall veteran returning to city government.
Feb 7th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Sixteenth Street Health Centers Adding a Pharmacy
The $8 million building project will expand clinic on Cesar E. Chavez Dr.
Feb 7th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Evers Appoints Joan Prince to UW Board of Regents
Governor has now appointed board majority, though not all approved by Senate.
Feb 6th, 2023 by Henry Redman
Big Numbers Drive Budget Decisions
Which 5 programs account for 84% of state budget? And when was the beer tax last increased?
Feb 6th, 2023 by Steven Walters
City Residents Push for Lead Cleanup at ARPA Meeting
Coalition on Lead Emergency questions how last $92 million in federal funds will be spent.
Feb 6th, 2023 by Isiah Holmes
Momentum Growing For More State Shared Revenue
State flush with cash. One proposal gives one-fifth of sales tax back to local governments.
Feb 6th, 2023 by Baylor Spears
2022 Election for Governor Cost $164 Million!
Obliterating 2018 record of $93 million, with Evers getting 53% of total spending.
Jan 31st, 2023 by Erik Gunn
Milwaukee Faces Construction Worker Shortage?
$3 billion in major projects planned or underway could face shortage, report says.
Jan 30th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Teachers Pay May Rise By 8%
Can MPS afford this? Will state funding be enough to prevent teacher shortages?
Jan 30th, 2023 by Terry Falk
Battle Lines Clear in Capitol Budget Battle
What to watch for as Gov. Evers and Republican legislators begin battle over your money.
Jan 30th, 2023 by Steven Walters
Go Grocer Opens in Third Ward
Plus: Farewell to Flannery's, The Spice House, E&F Pizzeria and Gülden Room Cafe.
Jan 29th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
How Are State’s Women Doing Under 1849 Abortion Ban?
Not so well, doctors say.
Jan 28th, 2023 by Ruth Conniff
Gov. Evers’ Budget Expected To Support His “Year of Mental Health” Declaration
Budget proposal expected to include millions for expanding mental health programs, including in schools.
Jan 28th, 2023 by Sarah Lehr
Where Does ‘Conversion Therapy’ Go Next?
Milwaukee County could pass its own ban. Evers calls Republican actions 'ridiculous.'
Jan 28th, 2023 by Michael Horne
DNR Avoids Drama With New Secretary, New Board
Wednesday's meeting was first without expired members who had refused to resign.
Jan 27th, 2023 by Henry Redman
Can Milwaukee Circuit Court Clear Backlog By 2024?
Chief judge expresses doubt, but progress is being made and hope remains.
Jan 26th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Evers Wants $100 Million For PFAS, Will Republicans Back Proposal?
Residents with polluted water want solutions, but have waited years.
Jan 26th, 2023 by Danielle Kaeding
State’s Budget Surplus Hits $7.1 Billion
Projected total up by $500 million in two months, on top of $1.7 billion rainy day fund.
Jan 25th, 2023 by Shawn Johnson
Evers Calls For $500 Million Spending on Mental Health
And more funds for shared revenue, child care, PFAS cleanup in State of State speech.
Jan 25th, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Democrats Offer Abortion Referendum. Again
Asks voters if 1849 ban should be repealed. But referendum must wait for April 2024.
Jan 24th, 2023 by Baylor Spears
Potawatomi’s Betting Venue To Replace Northern Lights Theater
Goodbye to big-name entertainers, hello to Las Vegas-style Sportsbook venue.
Jan 23rd, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Parties Argue Over April Ballot Questions
Evers calls referendum on welfare 'ridiculous.' but huge majority of legislators disagree.
Jan 23rd, 2023 by Steven Walters
Legislature Approves Referendums on Cash Bail, Public Assistance
Cash bail is binding constitutional amendment, while public assistance vote is only advisory.
Jan 20th, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Water Quality Is The Priority For New DNR Secretary
Secretary-designee Adam Payne focused on addressing PFAS, other contamination
Jan 19th, 2023 by Mackenzie Krumme
Republicans Advance Cash Bail and Welfare Referendum Questions
Both likely to be on April ballot, could influence turnout for state Supreme Court election.
Jan 18th, 2023 by Baylor Spears
Four Years Later, State’s Lame Duck Law Still Faces Court Challenge
Circuit court strikes down power grab from DOJ by Legislature, but ruling appealed.
Jan 17th, 2023 by Shawn Johnson
Child Care Providers, Parents Call for More Funding
Advocate says system ‘will collapse’ without state aid when pandemic relief ends.
Jan 16th, 2023 by Erik Gunn
Why Republicans Push ‘Flat’ Income Tax
Could mean big increases for lower and middle income taxpayers.
Jan 16th, 2023 by Steven Walters
Will New Overseers Change DNR Policies?
As Evers appointees replace Walker holdovers on Natural Resources Board, environmental groups hope for changes.
Jan 15th, 2023 by Danielle Kaeding
State Committee Votes To Allow LGBTQ+ Conversion Therapy To Continue
Republican lawmakers vote to block rule that prohibits widely discredited practice.
Jan 12th, 2023 by Sarah Lehr
Southwestern Wisconsin Farmer Appointed To DNR Board
Gov. Evers appoints Paul Buhr to replace Walker-appointee William Bruins.
Jan 12th, 2023 by Danielle Kaeding
James Bond Will Run State Veteran Affairs
Evers appoints the first openly gay cabinet secretary, with one of the more memorable names, in Wisconsin history.
Jan 11th, 2023 by Henry Redman
State Supreme Court Candidates Discuss Abortion, Redistricting
Race between Dorow, Kelly, Mitchell and Protasiewicz could change court's majority.
Jan 10th, 2023 by Shawn Johnson
Legislators Close to Agreeing on Medical Marijuana Bill
But Vos warns it will be strictly regulated, only for those having a true medical condition.
Jan 9th, 2023 by Rob Mentzer
Evers, Vos Seek Legacy-Defining Wins
Both are signaling they want to work together. Both want to make history, leave a legacy.
Jan 9th, 2023 by Steven Walters
Conservation Groups Cite Damage From Prehn’s Time on Natural Resources Board
Serving beyond his term limits and favoring lobbyists and PFAS polluter, critics charge.
Jan 8th, 2023 by Henry Redman
I-94 Expansion Public Comment Deadline Extended
State allowing public comment until Jan. 31. Opponents favor "Fix at Six" option.
Jan 6th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Sheriff Denita Ball Sworn In
Ball is the first woman to become sheriff in Milwaukee County history.
Jan 6th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Republican Lawmakers Oppose Record-Breaking Wisconsin Land Conversation
Sen. Felzkowski leads opposition to preserving 56,000 acres of forest near Rhinelander.
Jan 6th, 2023 by Danielle Kaeding
Evers’ Technical College Board Appointees Will Finally Serve
Three Walker board appointees will step down 20 months after their terms expired.
Jan 4th, 2023 by Sarah Lehr
Gov. Evers’ Inaugural Address Calls for Abortion Rights, Expanding Medicaid
Introduced by his granddaughter, Evers hails the 'chance to do the right thing.'
Jan 3rd, 2023 by WPR Staff
After 4 Years, 180 Appointees by Gov. Evers Haven’t Been Confirmed
Republican Senate leaves them in limbo. 'Tell me what I need to do,' Ever says.
Jan 3rd, 2023 by Sarah Lehr
Did Democrats Let Mandela Barnes Lose?
State Democratic chair says big donors wrongly concluded Barnes was far behind and deserted him.
Jan 2nd, 2023 by Bruce Murphy
How to Have a More Transparent 2023
State and local governments can improve on open records. Attorney General should lead the way.
Jan 2nd, 2023 by Christa Westerberg
Top 10 State Political Stories of 2022
Evers and Johnson victories and suddenly changed battle over abortion lead the list.
Jan 2nd, 2023 by Steven Walters
State Republican Chair Wants It Both Ways On Trump
Trying to unite the party's Trump lovers and haters won't be easy nor morally palatable.
Jan 1st, 2023 by Ruth Conniff
The Top Donors to Wisconsin Political Parties in 2022
Billionaires and millionaires, most supporting Democrats, continue to dump huge sums into Wisconsin politics through a loophole left open by state Republicans.
Dec 29th, 2022 by Peter Cameron
Evers Appoints New State DNR Leader
Sheboygan County Administrator Adam Payne to replace outgoing Department of Natural Resources Secretary Preston Cole.
Dec 28th, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
Most Popular Murphy’s Law Columns
Readers liked stories about Tims -- Michels and Ramthun. And Summerfest, its well paid leader and IRS complaint were hot stuff.
Dec 28th, 2022 by Bruce Murphy
State’s ‘Bounceback Grants’ a Model for Success
Using federal funds to give $10,000 grants to nearly 7,800 businesses in all 72 counties.
Dec 27th, 2022 by Missy Hughes
State’s Historic $6.5 Billion Surplus Small Compared to Minnesota’s
Many states are flush with cash. Minnesota has $18 billion surplus.
Dec 26th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Embattled Former DNR Board Chair Resigns, Ending Saga
Prehn, whose appointment had expired, was able to stay on because Republicans wouldn't confirm his replacement.
Dec 23rd, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
Foxconn Earns $8.6 Million In Wisconsin Tax Credits
After agreement revised, Foxconn has now earned $37.4 million in two years.
Dec 23rd, 2022 by Joe Schulz
Inside the State’s Conservative Bubble
The not-very-surprising views of Mike Nichols and the Badger Institute.
Dec 21st, 2022 by Bruce Murphy
Evers Will Propose Legalizing Marijuana
As he did in his last budget. If Republicans disagree he would sign medical marijuana bill.
Dec 21st, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
State’s Child Care Providers Face Tough Choices
Struggling with worker shortages, low wages, long waitlists as federal pandemic funds end.
Dec 20th, 2022 by Jenny Peek
Will New State Treasurer Make Changes?
Democrat Sarah Godlewski took expansive view of office. What will Republican John Leiber do?
Dec 20th, 2022 by Erik Gunn
State Clearing 27th and Wisconsin Site For New Building
But there isn't any funding for the proposed state office building.
Dec 19th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Report Says Information Lacking on How State Spent Federal Pandemic Funds
Legislative Audit Bureau calls for transparency on decision making by Evers administration.
Dec 19th, 2022 by Erik Gunn
The Vast Gulf Between Evers, Legislators
A difference of at least $2.8 billion on how they want to spend historic surplus.
Dec 19th, 2022 by Steven Walters
Anonymous Legislator Undermining State Stewardship Fund
More than a dozen times, initiatives to protect invaluable natural areas were killed.
Dec 18th, 2022 by Spencer Black
DNR Will Again Attempt To Draft PFAS Groundwater Standards
DNR board approved drinking and surface water standards in February, but failed to pass limits for groundwater.
Dec 15th, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
New Maps Could Gain State $1 Billion for Broadband
Federal infrastructure funding to states depends on FCC internet connectively maps.
Dec 13th, 2022 by Sarah Lehr
Protasiewicz Says She’ll Bring Fairness to State Supreme Court
Milwaukee judge running for high court seat says current majority 'unfair to the citizens.'
Dec 12th, 2022 by Henry Redman
Residential Treatment Center Opens Downtown
48-bed eating disorder facility in a 7-story building. Plus: All the week's real estate news.
Dec 11th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Problems, Staffing Shortages Still Plague Lincoln Hills
Despite efforts to improve conditions at state youth prison, not all is well.
Dec 10th, 2022 by Isiah Holmes
Vos Open To Changing Shared Revenue for Local Governments
Assembly Speaker admits inflation squeezing governments' ability to pay employees.
Dec 10th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
DHS Leader Karen Timberlake Leaving Gov. Evers Administration
Timberlake has led Department of Health Services since January 2021.
Dec 9th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
How Democratic Are State’s Smaller Cities?
Across the state they are always more Democratic than the rest of the county.
Dec 8th, 2022 by Bruce Thompson
First Democrat Enters Race To Replace Sen. Darling
Attorney Jodi Habush Sinykin declares for race that already has four Republicans.
Dec 8th, 2022 by Baylor Spears
The Battle Over ‘Astounding’ State Surplus
Now up to an 'unprecedented' $6.8 billion. But can Evers and Legislature agree on any plans to spend it?
Dec 7th, 2022 by Bruce Murphy
State’s Assembly Maps More Skewed Than Ever
Wisconsin, the fourth most pro-Republican gerrymandered state, has gotten worse.
Dec 6th, 2022 by Matthew DeFour
State’s Rent Prices Down, Evictions Up
Rents normalizing, declining in October as evictions return to pre-pandemic levels.
Dec 6th, 2022 by Joe Schulz
How Should State Spend $6.6 Billion Surplus
Evers and Legislature could have fun -- and improve the state.
Dec 5th, 2022 by John Torinus
Brandtjen, Leading Election Denier, Will Run for Open Senate Seat
Rep. Janel Brandtjen, kicked out of the Assembly GOP, wants to succeed Alberta Darling.
Dec 5th, 2022 by Bruce Murphy
State Grants Help 7,200 Businesses
Evers used federal pandemic aid to give $72 million in $10,000 grants to small businesses, with more to come.
Dec 5th, 2022 by Steven Walters
The War Over Democracy Isn’t Over
Both nationally and in Wisconsin there will be more attempts to undermine elections.
Dec 4th, 2022 by Ruth Conniff
Republican Rep. Knodl Announces Run To Replace Retiring Sen. Darling
Republicans would lose super majority if Democrats take seat.
Dec 2nd, 2022 by Baylor Spears
State Regulators Allow Leased Solar Panels In Significant Ruling
But ruling, say regulators, is a one-off and doesn't help City of Milwaukee and others' issues.
Dec 2nd, 2022 by Erik Gunn
Republicans Push ‘Universal School Choice’
Vos, others back a key platform plank of Tim Michels' losing bid for governor.
Nov 29th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
New Programs Help Pay for Energy Efficiency
And energy assistance. How to get funding from state and federal programs.
Nov 28th, 2022 by State Sen. Jeff Smith
Referendums Fund Emergency Services
23 local referendums in November requested funding for police, fire, parks and more.
Nov 28th, 2022 by Steven Walters
Sen. Alberta Darling Is Retiring
Veteran Republican will resign Dec. 1. Special election will decide if GOP keeps supermajority.
Nov 26th, 2022 by Baylor Spears
Trump, Evers and Urban ‘Cesspools’
Trump's hatred of cities might help explain how metro area residents voted in November.
Nov 25th, 2022 by Bruce Thompson
Will Republicans Legalize Marijuana?
Gov. Evers and two-thirds of voters support it. How long will legislators resist?
Nov 25th, 2022 by Bruce Murphy
State Surplus Projected to Hit $6.5 Billion!
Wisconsin's fiscal condition the 'strongest in state history,' says DOA report.
Nov 23rd, 2022 by Erik Gunn
Republican Proposal Cuts Taxes On The Wealthy
Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu's plan moves toward flat tax system.
Nov 23rd, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Kaul Warns Suit Challenging State Abortion Ban Will Take Time
Attorney General aims to overturn 1849 ban, but notes legal process 'not fast.'
Nov 22nd, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
UW System Quietly Adds More Charter Schools It Oversees
Now up to 13 K-12 schools, including one that's part of a for-profit chain.
Nov 21st, 2022 by Ruth Conniff
State Democratic Chair Hail’s Party’s ‘Triumph’
But election results -- and party's future -- more clouded than that.
Nov 21st, 2022 by Steven Walters
State Opioid Deaths Set New Record
1,427 opioid-related deaths in 2021, up 16% over 2020 record and 70% more than in 2018.
Nov 21st, 2022 by Sarah Lehr
Rigged Election Lie Dies Quietly
How can there be a stolen election if both parties score wins and losses in same electoral process?
Nov 19th, 2022 by John Torinus
DNR Secretary Preston Cole Retiring
Cole rose through ranks of Milwaukee's Department of Public Works before taking state job.
Nov 18th, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
Politics and Population Density
It's remarkable: The further voters live from the center of Milwaukee the more Republican their views.
Nov 16th, 2022 by Bruce Thompson
Did Fred Prehn Flout Open Records Law?
Judge hears arguments whether Natural Resources Board member who refused to resign withheld records.
Nov 16th, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
