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How Republicans Won Redistricting Fight
The impact is huge. How did it happen?
Apr 25th, 2022 by Steven Walters
Evers Creates Office of Environmental Justice
Office to ensure climate change doesn’t disproportionately harm low-income and minority communities.
Apr 24th, 2022 by Henry Redman
Doug La Follette Faces Primary Challenge for Secretary of State
Alexia Sabor, Chair of Dane County Democratic Party, running for Secretary of State.
Apr 22nd, 2022 by Ruth Conniff
EPA Considering Stricter Air Pollution Standards
Advocates, elected officials call for strongest possible controls.
Apr 21st, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
State Lawmakers Hold Hearing on Medical Marijuana
But the state Legislature has already adjourned for the year, so a bill won't pass in 2022.
Apr 21st, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
What’s Causing City’s Rise in Shootings?
The statistics are overwhelming. The solutions are less unanimous.
Apr 20th, 2022 by Bruce Thompson
Taxpayers Pay for Ramthun’s Campaign Travels
Legislator running for governor violates Assembly rules, claiming reimbursement for political events.
Apr 20th, 2022 by Henry Redman
State Has Few Competitive Assembly Districts
New redistricting approved by high court could leave just 3 of 99 districts with competitive races.
Apr 20th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Evers Releases New Clean Energy Plan
Aims to grow renewable energy, creating more jobs and lower fuel costs.
Apr 20th, 2022 by Erik Gunn
Gun Laws Targeted in State’s Fall Elections
Democrats pushing opposition to looser gun regulations backed by Republican legislators.
Apr 19th, 2022 by Erik Gunn
Three Northern Assembly Districts Held By Democrats Up For Grabs
Retirement of three representatives creates opportunity for Republicans.
Apr 18th, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
Thompson Won’t Run For Governor
Former governor, 80, could have shaken up the Republican primary.
Apr 18th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
State High Court’s Hyper-Partisan Ruling
Its decision approves gerrymandered maps even worse than those of last decade.
Apr 18th, 2022 by Jay Heck
Big Telecom Companies Want Millions From State
Seeking grants to expand broadband coverage, but may still leave areas underserved, expert charges.
Apr 18th, 2022 by Peter Cameron
Legislature Fails to Address Pension Crisis
400,000 seniors in Wisconsin will be living in poverty by 2030, state Task Force warned.
Apr 18th, 2022 by Steven Walters
Fight Over Pollution Lawsuits Continues
Three settlements okayed but GOP legislators and Attorney General war over who gets money awarded.
Apr 18th, 2022 by Erik Gunn
Evers Vetoes Another 22 GOP Bills
On MPS, voucher schools and parental bill of rights. That makes 126 vetoes this session.
Apr 16th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Wisconsin Supreme Court Picks Republican-Drawn Maps
Ruling gives Republicans chance at veto-proof majority, reverses earlier decision to pick Evers' maps.
Apr 15th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Wisconsin’s 1st Congressional District Might Be Competitive Again
Gov. Evers' legislative map rebalances district held by Republicans for two decades.
Apr 15th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
AG Josh Kaul Pushes Public Safety Legislation
Kaul calls for passage of bill providing $115 million for crime prevention, gun control.
Apr 14th, 2022 by Christine Hatfield
Cruise Ships Return to Milwaukee
For the first time since 2019 cruises return, the city expecting 33 visits in 2022.
Apr 14th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Regulators Want State Energy Program Cutting Emissions
A state funded program currently works on energy efficiency, PSC wants it focused on emissions.
Apr 14th, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
New Mayor Offers Upbeat Inaugural Address
A who's who crowd cheers Johnson's vision of improved public safety and family-supporting jobs
Apr 13th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Republicans Making It Harder to Vote
That includes disabled voters, who can’t vote unless someone delivers their ballot.
Apr 12th, 2022 by Andrea Kaminski
High School Advanced Placement Struggles With Race, Diversity
Milwaukee school offers AP course in African American studies.
Apr 11th, 2022 by Terry Falk
Parties Transform ‘Non’-Partisan Elections
Republicans lead push to turn city, county and school board races into partisan campaigns.
Apr 11th, 2022 by Steven Walters
Right-Wing Money Helps Elect Appeals Court Judge
Uihleins and outside groups spend $450,000 to elect Maria Lazar.
Apr 9th, 2022 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Evers Vetoes 43 GOP Proposals
Killing Republican bills on guns, election changes, COVID-19, but does sign 35 other bills.
Apr 9th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Evers Signs Legislation Funding Lincoln Hills Replacement
New state-run facility is first step in neglected juvenile corrections reform.
Apr 8th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Regulators Approve Plans for State’s Largest Renewable Energy Plant
Project will meet energy needs for 25% of Dane County's 240,000 households. Some neighbors oppose the plant.
Apr 8th, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
For Our Future Spends Big
Nearly $2.1 million by one of largest outside spenders in state supported Democratic candidates.
Apr 6th, 2022 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
UW-Madison Hires Former Foxconn Executive
Alan Yeung hired despite Foxconn’s failures, including not paying promised $100 million gift to UW.
Apr 5th, 2022 by Rich Kremer
Outside Groups Have Already Spent $1.9 Million On Governor’s Race
More than half of money for GOP candidates, some $800,000 to help Evers.
Apr 5th, 2022 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
County Faces Drastic Budget Decisions
County is short $87 million over the next five years, could force massive cuts in service.
Apr 5th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Candidates Scramble for Last Minute Donations
Evers, Kleefisch, others worked to ramp up campaign totals for March 31 deadline.
Apr 4th, 2022 by Steven Walters
Barnes Campaign Aims to Bring State Together
Lt. Governor and U.S. Senate candidate running hard in rural, urban areas of state.
Apr 4th, 2022 by Ruth Conniff
Students Demand ‘Food Justice’ From MPS
Activist group Youth Empowered in the Struggle demands fresh cooked food in lunches.
Apr 2nd, 2022 by Isiah Holmes
Wisconsin Court of Appeals Race Takes Partisan Turn
Donations from mega-donors, political action committees funding attack ads.
Apr 1st, 2022 by Henry Redman
Evers Announces $5 Million Mental Health Funding
Grants from federal ARPA money will expand mental health services and telemedicine.
Mar 30th, 2022 by Rob Mentzer
State’s Gerrymander Could Last Forever
If state high court’s ‘least change’ rule followed in future, gerrymandering might last for decades.
Mar 30th, 2022 by Bruce Thompson
Foxconn Rebuffed Oshkosh Defense Bid to Build Mail Trucks?
Oshkosh company reportedly wanted to use Mt Pleasant campus, instead going to South Carolina.
Mar 28th, 2022 by Rich Kremer
Huge Foxconn Campus Remains A Puzzle
Mt Pleasant officials trying to lure other manufacturers, may need state help to pay bondholders.
Mar 28th, 2022 by Denise Lockwood
Historic Turnover Will Change Legislature
Retirements, redistricting and members pursuing higher office could transform Legislature.
Mar 28th, 2022 by Steven Walters
US Supreme Court Throws State Election Into Chaos
Decision on Wisconsin maps part of national Republican push to undermine democracy.
Mar 27th, 2022 by Ruth Conniff
Elmer Moore Tapped To Lead WHEDA
GMC's Scale Up Milwaukee director will lead Wisconsin's largest affordable housing provider
Mar 25th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Redistricting Case Returns to State Supreme Court
On appeal, U.S. Supreme Court rejected maps approved by the state's high court.
Mar 25th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
What’s Driving Milwaukee’s Homicide Rate
Pro-gun laws, red-lining and lead poisoning have a strong correlation with shootings.
Mar 24th, 2022 by Isiah Holmes
$250,000 In Dark Money Backs Appeals Court Candidate
Conservative Waukesha judge Judge Maria Lazar backed by shadowy Illinois group.
Mar 24th, 2022 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
US Supreme Court Rejects State’s Legislative Maps
Wisconsin high court overruled but could still use Evers maps to revise redistricting.
Mar 23rd, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
About The Public Museum’s Name Change
Changing to a “Wisconsin” museum may be a key to its survival.
Mar 22nd, 2022 by Bruce Murphy
Little Change In Voting Rules For April
After 16 months of controversy only one change in rules, though not for lack of Republican efforts.
Mar 21st, 2022 by Steven Walters
Advocacy Groups Lawyer Up On Schools
Education new political battleground, issues 'very visceral and very personal.'
Mar 21st, 2022 by Madeline Fox
Redistricting Battle Delays Election Process
Court fights not over, new maps needed so candidates for fall elections could start gathering signatures.
Mar 20th, 2022 by Henry Redman
Regulators Approve $433M Sale of Solar Plant
Three utility companies purchase 200 megawatt solar farm, enough to power 60,000 homes.
Mar 18th, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
Evers Calls Vos’ Election Fraud Claims Dumb
Governor calls claims 'repugnant' says speaker is 'ratcheting up the false narrative.'
Mar 18th, 2022 by Diane Bezucha
Bronzeville Estates Adds Housing, Commercial Space Near North Ave
Proposal includes a mix of new buildings and rehabilitation of dilapidated ones.
Mar 17th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Trade Groups Chide Legislature For Professional Licensing Delays
Inadequate staffing in state agency leads to backlog of professional license applications.
Mar 17th, 2022 by Erik Gunn
Vos Says State Can’t Decertify 2020 Election Results
Republican activists still pushing speaker to overturn 2020 election.
Mar 17th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Evers Signs Bill Legalizing Fentanyl Test Strips
Milwaukee legislators led charge to legalize them as a way to save lives.
Mar 16th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
How Gerrymandered Is New State Map?
Let’s measure how the two parties will fare under maps approved by state Supreme Court.
Mar 16th, 2022 by Bruce Thompson
Open Records Imperiled in Wisconsin
Led by Robin Vos, public officials more likely to obstruct open records requests.
Mar 16th, 2022 by Bill Lueders
State Near Top In Slashing County Funding
Only two states have cut county funding more. Huge funding decline has hurt Milwaukee.
Mar 16th, 2022 by Bruce Murphy
Evers Gives Milwaukee $20 Million for Public Safety
Majority of ARPA funding to county will go toward court system's case backlog.
Mar 15th, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
‘You Are Heroes,’ Evers Tells Workers
Governor kicks off statewide tour to thank health and front-line workers who helped battle pandemic.
Mar 15th, 2022 by Shamane Mills
Thompson Weighs Fifth Run for Governor
Could stand out as the moderate in a five-candidate Republican primary.
Mar 14th, 2022 by Steven Walters
State High Court To Rule On Local Health Orders
WILL suit charges Dane County health director had no power to issue orders combatting COVID-19.
Mar 14th, 2022 by Erik Gunn
State’s Homicides Up 70% Since 2019
Two-year increase led by staggering rise in Milwaukee County homicides.
Mar 12th, 2022 by Corrinne Hess
Willie Hines, Jr. Named Head of Housing Authority
Hines is first African American and first former public housing resident to lead the agency.
Mar 11th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
State Supreme Court Hears Natural Resources Board Case
Former chair Fred Prehn refuses to vacate his seat on the board.
Mar 10th, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
Fentanyl Drives Record Overdoses in 2021
Milwaukee County Medical Examiner reported 643 drug overdoses in 2021.
Mar 10th, 2022 by Christine Hatfield
US Supreme Court Justice Shows Interest in State Redistricting Case
Legislature asks for stay of redistricting ruling, Justice Coney Barrett asks litigants to respond.
Mar 9th, 2022 by Henry Redman
GOP Legislators Reject Evers Tax Rebate, Approve MPS Breakup
Last day of session also passes parental bill of rights, expanded vouchers, replacing Lincoln Hills.
Mar 9th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Farrow, ‘Margaret Thatcher of Wisconsin,’ Dies At 87
First women Lt. Governor in state history had five-decade career in public service.
Mar 9th, 2022 by Diane Bezucha
Former North Milwaukee H.S. Redevelopment Inches Forward
Historic Preservation Commission backs bid for tax credits to create affordable housing.
Mar 8th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Supreme Court Shows Ugly Divisions
State high court's redistricting decision prompts nasty attacks on Hagedorn by three other conservatives.
Mar 8th, 2022 by Bruce Murphy
GOP Leader Says Legal Pot Likely ‘At Some Point’
Assembly Majority Leader Steinke points to national trend of states legalizing cannabis.
Mar 7th, 2022 by Christine Hatfield
Anti-Trans Kids Bill’s Impact Lingers?
Proposal prohibiting gender-affirming care for minors can affect their mental well-being, experts say.
Mar 7th, 2022 by Henry Redman
How Gov. Evers Responded to Pandemic
It will be an issue in the election: A review of his record shows a very active governor.
Mar 7th, 2022 by Steven Walters
Republicans To Appeal Redistricting
Will ask U.S. Supreme Court to overrule WI Supreme Court decision backing Evers plan.
Mar 5th, 2022 by Bridgit Bowden and Shawn Johnson
Gableman Report About ‘Vibes and Feelings’
Inflammatory 136-page report offers no new information on 2020 election, experts say.
Mar 5th, 2022 by Henry Redman
State Supreme Court Picks Evers’ Legislative Maps
New legislative maps meet court's "least change" criteria more than GOP-backed maps.
Mar 3rd, 2022 by Shawn Johnson and Bridgit Bowden
New Youth Detention Facility Clears State Budget Committee
$42 million for a state facility to replace Lincoln Hills passes Joint Finance Committee.
Mar 3rd, 2022 by Christine Hatfield
How to Improve State’s K-12 Schools
Teacher recruitment and retention is a key issue.
Mar 3rd, 2022 by State Sen. Jeff Smith
Freeway Flyer Buses Suspended Indefinitely
County transit system announces suspension will continue, with no date for their return.
Mar 2nd, 2022 by Graham Kilmer
Should MPS Be Split Into Smaller Districts?
What data is there to suggest legislative proposal is a good one?
Mar 2nd, 2022 by Bruce Thompson
Poll Finds Approval Up for Evers, Down for Johnson
MU poll finds Kleefisch leads GOP primary for governor, Barnes atop Democratic primary for senator.
Mar 2nd, 2022 by Rob Mentzer and Shawn Johnson
The Gableman Conspiracy ‘Circus’
Offers hours of conspiracy-laden testimony and new report pushing to decertify 2020 election which Republican calls illegal, a ‘fool’s errand.'
Mar 2nd, 2022 by Henry Redman
Republicans Restrict Right To Vote
Ramming through 5 bills making it harder to vote and hog tying nonpartisan Wisconsin Elections Commission.
Mar 1st, 2022 by Matt Rothschild
Bill Gives Every Child a Savings Account
Bipartisan bill creates ‘401Kids’ accounts seeded with $25, managed by state investment board.
Mar 1st, 2022 by Erik Gunn
WILL Charges Evers Illegally Gave Federal Funds to Planned Parenthood
Conservative law firm claims legislative approval needed for this.
Mar 1st, 2022 by Rich Kremer
Democrats Push Badger Care Public Option
Bill to expand Medicaid coverage, increase access to health care unlikely to pass.
Feb 28th, 2022 by Christine Hatfield
School Choice Splits Legislators, Educators
Republican bill removes all limits on voucher program, as Democrats predict huge costs.
Feb 28th, 2022 by Steven Walters
America’s Black Holocaust Museum Reopens To Great Fanfare
Packed event 14 years in the making is just the beginning says CEO.
Feb 25th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Assembly Approves Funds for Lincoln Hills Replacement
Troubled youth prison was supposed to be closed by now.
Feb 25th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Assembly Passes Early Vote Counting Bill
A raft of election related bills passed, some adding additional requirements to absentee voting.
Feb 25th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Natural Resources Board Opts For Weaker PFAS Limits
Department of Health Services recommended stricter limits than those passed by board.
Feb 24th, 2022 by Isiah Holmes
Assembly Passes Consumer Data Rights Bill
Republican backed legislation gives consumers rights to their data.
Feb 24th, 2022 by Christine Hatfield
State Legislation Would Protect Gun Dealers From Lawsuits
Bill passes Assembly and Senate. It also protects manufacturers.
Feb 24th, 2022 by Isiah Holmes
Many Housing Projects Get Funding Boost
Gov. Evers announces $25.5 million in grants for Milwaukee.
Feb 23rd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Senate Votes 33-0 To Fund Youth Prison
Also passes bills to restrict teaching race, limit safety net, allow higher bail.
Feb 23rd, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
