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Tech Colleges Push To Expand General Education
Seek authority to expand Gen Ed degrees without UW System approval.
Feb 28th, 2021 by Rich Kremer
The Milwaukee Public Museum’s Big Week
Plus: A recap of a busy week for Milwaukee real estate news.
Feb 28th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Will Budget Hearings Be Superspreader Events?
Mask wars pit Democrats against Republicans in Legislature.
Feb 27th, 2021 by Melanie Conklin
$322 Million in Rental, Utility Aid Available
Evers announces new funding provided from latest federal stimulus bill.
Feb 27th, 2021 by Rich Kremer
Let’s Stop the Blame Game
Problems with the unemployment system are a bipartisan failure. And need a bipartisan solution.
Feb 27th, 2021 by State Rep. Don Vruwink
Extend Tommy As UW System President
Amid pandemic and budget crisis, stability and proven leadership needed. Regents should extend his contract
Feb 26th, 2021 by John Torinus
Work-Share Program Surges During Pandemic
Struggling businesses can keep employees on part time and lost wages recouped through state unemployment system.
Feb 26th, 2021 by Erik Gunn
Evers Signs Bill on Unemployment System
Upgrading system and waiving waiting period for unemployment benefits.
Feb 25th, 2021 by Laurel White
After Prison, What Next?
How to handle the formerly incarcerated. Milwaukee town hall tackles the issue.
Feb 25th, 2021 by Isiah Holmes
11 Bills Would Change State Voting Laws
One is bipartisan. The others are not.
Feb 25th, 2021 by Laurel White
Crowley’s Speech Stresses Pandemic, Racial Equity
County executive's first State of the County address comes amid historic crisis.
Feb 24th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
County Has Just 22 Inmates in Youth Prisons
Great progress on reducing number of Milwaukee youths in Lincoln Hills and Copper Lake.
Feb 24th, 2021 by Edgar Mendez
Kegel vs. Roth for Circuit Court Branch 3
Two attorneys running for vacant seat answer questions.
Feb 24th, 2021 by Gretchen Schuldt
State Creates 4 Community Vaccine Clinics
In Racine, La Crosse and Marathon counties. Any eligible state resident can register to get vaccine.
Feb 24th, 2021 by Megan Hart
Republican Bill Makes Voting Harder
List of restrictions will make it less likely that disabled, nursing home residents and others vote.
Feb 24th, 2021 by Matt Rothschild
Legislature Okays Unemployment System Upgrades
Bill also includes COVID-19 legal immunity for businesses.
Feb 23rd, 2021 by Laurel White
Green Wave Sweeping the State
Economic prosperity and environmental progress can work hand-in-hand.
Feb 23rd, 2021 by John Torinus
Bill Gives Pay Parity to Public Defenders
Legislature okays 10% merit raise so state public defenders get same pay as prosecutors.
Feb 23rd, 2021 by Gretchen Schuldt
Budget Item Funds Community Health Workers
Evers budget has $14 million for workers serving low-income urban and rural areas.
Feb 23rd, 2021 by Catherine Capellaro
Evers Budget Addresses ‘Forever Chemicals’
Several initiatives to continue state’s efforts against PFAS contamination.
Feb 23rd, 2021 by Isiah Holmes
Evers’ Capital Budget Spends $2.4 Billion
More than $1 billion for UW System buildings and funds for Milwaukee state office building.
Feb 22nd, 2021 by Shawn Johnson and Rich Kremer
$15 Minimum Wage Would Help 831,000 State Workers
38% of Milwaukee workers would benefit from minimum wage hike, versus 22% nationally.
Feb 22nd, 2021 by Bruce Murphy
State Should Invest in Creative Economy
Wisconsin ranks 50th in support for arts. That’s a missed opportunity for the state.
Feb 22nd, 2021 by David Lee
GOP Spends Big on Appeals Court Race
Led by Republican fat cats Richard Uihlein, John Menard. Cost of state appeals court races up 700%.
Feb 22nd, 2021 by Henry Redman
The Debate Over Local Sales Taxes
Evers' budget allows local sales tax increases. Will Republican legislators agree?
Feb 22nd, 2021 by Steven Walters
Evers Budget Restores Union Rights
Rolls back some of Act 10. Republicans likely to reject plan.
Feb 22nd, 2021 by Shawn Johnson
Medicaid Expansion Gives More Kids Coverage
Study shows Wisconsin’s children would benefit if state accepted federal ACA expansion money.
Feb 21st, 2021 by Erik Gunn
New Law Lets Pharmacy Students Give Vaccines
Evers signs legislation aimed at expanding state’s COVID-19 vaccine operation.
Feb 20th, 2021 by Erik Gunn
The Return Of Reince
Priebus may run for governor. Will Trump endorse him?
Feb 19th, 2021 by Melanie Conklin
GOP Legislators Cast Doubt on Evers’ Plans
Resistance to school funds hike, local sales tax, upping minimum wage, legalizing pot.
Feb 19th, 2021 by Shawn Johnson
State Vaccine Registry To Start March 1
Online tool will allow people to schedule shots, get on waiting list for COVID-19 vaccine.
Feb 18th, 2021 by Shamane Mills
Evers Pushes Juvenile Justice System Changes
Sweeping reforms would close youth prisons and end Serious Juvenile Offender Program.
Feb 18th, 2021 by Corrinne Hess
Let Us Now Praise Rush Limbaugh
What was his impact on Wisconsin? Praise and condemnation and silliness offered.
Feb 18th, 2021 by Bruce Murphy
Evers Budget Has Green Goals
Significant investment to combat climate change, protect public land.
Feb 18th, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding
Legislators Advance Unemployment Fix, COVID-19 Deal
But Republicans won’t pay for new computer system Evers says is needed.
Feb 18th, 2021 by Erik Gunn
Evers Is Fixing Our Roads and Bridges
In 2020 Transportation Department completed 375 projects in all corners of the state.
Feb 18th, 2021 by Craig Thompson
Evers Wants $226 Million More for Higher Education
Budget has $190 million hike for UW System, $36 million more for Voc-Tech colleges.
Feb 17th, 2021 by Rich Kremer
48 Justice-Related Proposals by Evers
Budget plan packed with proposed changes to state system of justice.
Feb 17th, 2021 by Gretchen Schuldt
Evers Wants Massive Education Investment
Biggest item in schools budget: $140 million increase in early childhood education.
Feb 17th, 2021 by Catherine Capellaro
Utilities Plan $400 Million Solar Project
WEC Energy Group and Madison utility to partner on solar and battery storage project in Kenosha County
Feb 17th, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding
It’s Kerr and Underly for State Superintendent
Field of seven candidates narrow to two, with Underly the anti-voucher school candidate.
Feb 17th, 2021 by Catherine Capellaro
Gov. Evers Unveils $91 Billion Budget
Budget would boost school funding, direct funds to small businesses, repeal part of Act 10 and legalize marijuana, but faces an uphill battle.
Feb 16th, 2021 by Shawn Johnson and Laurel White
Assembly Passes Business Tax Waiver on Pandemic Aid
And Senate passes GOP COVID-19 bills that could be vetoed by Gov. Evers.
Feb 16th, 2021 by Laurel White and Shawn Johnson
10 Republicans Accused of Voter Fraud
Meet the folks who wanted to overturn Wisconsin’s election. Legal complaint says they committed crimes.
Feb 16th, 2021 by Bruce Murphy
Why Businesses Support a Local Sales Tax
It’s the best way to assure good services and fiscal stability for Milwaukee.
Feb 16th, 2021 by Tim Sheehy
Vaccine Distribution Shows Racial Inequity
Data shows stark disparities. State spending $6.1 million to improve racial and ethnic vaccine equity.
Feb 16th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
Uline Faces Blowback on Capitol Riot
Northwestern reviewing contract with company, which gave $4 million to group pushing uprising.
Feb 15th, 2021 by Bruce Murphy
How The Republican Party Lost Control
Wisconsin was a hotbed for the far-right rebellion.
Feb 15th, 2021 by Henry Redman
Evers Pushes New Programs, Spending
Republicans warned him not to include budget items they oppose. He will anyway.
Feb 15th, 2021 by Steven Walters
COVID-19 Infects Half of State Inmates
Five times the overall state rate; 10,786 prison inmates, 2,153 staff infected.
Feb 14th, 2021 by Vanessa Swales
Economist Urges $10 Minimum Wage
Professor says $15 too high, but state could take incremental steps.
Feb 14th, 2021 by Elizabeth Dohms-Harter
New State Office Building Project Takes Major Step Forward
Plus: A rundown of this week's real estate news.
Feb 14th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
State Superintendent Candidates Make Their Pitch
With eyes on Tuesday’s election, 7 views of the Wisconsin’s education future.
Feb 14th, 2021 by Keegan Kyle
Should Waupun Prison Be Closed?
Two legislators say it may be time. Committee chair calls prison the "essence" of the city
Feb 14th, 2021 by Isiah Holmes
Get COVID-19 Vaccine at Walgreens
New federal program will add to state's vaccine supply, should expand access.
Feb 12th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
Pabst CEO on Biden’s Visit to the Theater
Gary Witt discusses preparing for the presidential visit, running an event venue during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Feb 12th, 2021 by Michael Horne
House COVID-19 Bill Offers Billions for Medicaid Expansion
Legislation would provide Wisconsin $1.3 billion if it expands Medicaid.
Feb 12th, 2021 by Melanie Conklin and Daniel C. Vock
Evers’ Budget Proposal Would Allow Milwaukee Sales Tax
City and county officials have been pursuing option for over a year.
Feb 12th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin is ‘Late to the Pot Party’
Marijuana prohibition currently produces racially disparate drug arrests, costs the state millions.
Feb 11th, 2021 by Matt Rothschild
Suit Asks State Supreme Court to Toss Mask Order
Suit targeting emergency order now wants court to block emergency declaration.
Feb 11th, 2021 by Erik Gunn
3% of State Residents Fully Vaccinated
More than 793,000 doses administered, and pace will increase as supplies to Wisconsin increasing.
Feb 10th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
Who’s Behind School Superintendent Candidates?
More than half of Deborah Kerr’s campaign cash came from one fat cat.
Feb 10th, 2021 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Clerks Urge Vaccines for Election Workers
35 election clerks in state say election workers 'essential,' push Evers to give them priority for vaccines.
Feb 10th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
Resolution Cuts Pot Possession Fine to $1
Sup. Ortiz-Velez's county resolution will be mirrored by Glendale proposal, says Mayor Kennedy.
Feb 9th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
Milwaukee United Way Gets $25 Million Gift
MacKenzie Scott distributing wealth received in divorce from Amazon founder Jeff Bezos.
Feb 9th, 2021 by Megan Hart
7 Seek State School Superintendent Job
Who are they and what are the key issues in the February primary race?
Feb 9th, 2021 by Catherine Capellaro
Council Disagrees on I-94 Expansion
Council once opposed it, but now wavering. Bauman blames disinformation by unions and WisDOT.
Feb 9th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Evers Wants Funding for Child Care, Long Term Care
Budget proposal would address worker shortages, support vulnerable populations.
Feb 9th, 2021 by Laurel White
State Families May Lose $31 Million in Tax Refunds
Legislature needs to tweak tax code to get full benefit of federal COVID-19 package.
Feb 8th, 2021 by Tamarine Cornelius
Fixing Highways, Funding Still a Puzzle
Evers pushed to fix "Scottholes," and Legislature resisted. Now governor is backing off.
Feb 8th, 2021 by Steven Walters
Why Some Counties Have Fewer Cases
Dane and St. Croix counties are well below other counties in per-capita COVID-19 numbers.
Feb 7th, 2021 by Will Cushman
Why the War on Masks? Gerrymandering
Republicans legislators with safe seats needn’t worry about voter blowback.
Feb 7th, 2021 by Mel Barnes
Wisconsin Would Use Marijuana Legalization to Pay For Education, Equity
Evers will include proposal in his upcoming executive budget.
Feb 7th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Will Supreme Court Act on Mask Mandate?
State high court has sat on case for months, could decide fight between governor and Legislature.
Feb 6th, 2021 by Erik Gunn
Giving Schools a Shot in the Arm
Vaccinating teachers would enable schools to reopen. But it’s not that simple.
Feb 6th, 2021 by Terry Falk
Evers Vetoes GOP COVID-19 Bill
Senate abandons bipartisan legislation and includes provisions Evers promised to veto.
Feb 5th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
State Receives $10 million in Opioid Crisis Settlement
Consulting firm McKinsey & Company paying out $573 million to 47 states and D.C.
Feb 5th, 2021 by Jenny Peek
Work Search Waiver for Unemployment Continues
DWD still not requiring work search for unemployment insurance claims.
Feb 5th, 2021 by Rachael Vasquez
Evers Wants Unemployment Insurance Reforms
GOP controlled legislature refuses to take up reform bills.
Feb 5th, 2021 by Erik Gunn
GOP Lawmakers Blasted for Racial Disparities Task Force Comments
Email from Majority Leader Jim Steineke to Assembly Speaker Robin Vos showed little expectation of producing actual legislation.
Feb 5th, 2021 by Melanie Conklin
Republicans End Mask Mandate, Evers Puts It Back In Place
Governor issues new health order after Republicans end his prior one.
Feb 4th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Republican COVID Callousness
Legislators wrong to criticize inmates getting the vaccine when prison infection rates are so high.
Feb 4th, 2021 by Matt Rothschild
Cities, Counties Crafting Mask Mandates
Anticipating a state repeal, local governments enacting their own mandates.
Feb 3rd, 2021 by Rich Kremer
Why Republicans Oppose Mask Mandate
They say it’s about the governor exceeding his authority. So why not pass their own plan?
Feb 3rd, 2021 by Bruce Thompson
Correct a Cheating System With Fair Maps
Ending gerrymandering will mean prioritizing your needs over the ambitions of politicians.
Feb 3rd, 2021 by State Sen. Jeff Smith
Evers Plan Seeks Lower Drug Prices
Would limit copayments on insulin and import drugs from countries where they cost less.
Feb 3rd, 2021 by Shamane Mills
Myers Bill Ends No-Knock Search Warrants
Wisconsin was the first to legalize this and Milwaukee legislator wants state to be first to end it.
Feb 3rd, 2021 by Isiah Holmes
New Milwaukee Health Order Eases Capacity Restrictions
New order eases pathway to fans at Fiserv Forum events, opening other venues.
Feb 2nd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Evers Names 30 Equity Council Members
Governor’s Advisory Council on Equity and Inclusion appointees include leaders from nonprofits, tribes, churches, community groups.
Feb 2nd, 2021 by Catherine Capellaro
It’s Groundhog Day for I-94 Plan
$1.1 billion expansion plan keeps getting re-introduced based on increasingly outdated information.
Feb 2nd, 2021 by Susanna Cain
City Pushing Back On Interstate 94 Expansion, Not Reconstruction
City poised to lobby feds to slow down WisDOT.
Feb 1st, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
How Thompson Is Handling Legislators
Former governor warned by Legislature not to include tuition hike in UW System budget.
Feb 1st, 2021 by Steven Walters
Evers Faces Daunting Odds In 2022
Democrats have lost 32 of the last 33 elections for governor when the president was a Democrat.
Feb 1st, 2021 by Dr. Eric Ostermeier
Ending Mask Mandate Could Hurt Businesses
50 organizations are lobbying Legislature to keep it. Not one group favors ending it.
Feb 1st, 2021 by Erik Gunn
Bucks VP Alex Lasry Gets Vaccinated by “Pure Happenstance”
Lasry offered vaccine by wife's uncle when doses were close to expiring.
Jan 29th, 2021 by Rob Mentzer
Evers Likely to Veto GOP COVID-19 Bill
Bill includes mask mandate repeal and other 'poison pill' provisions.
Jan 29th, 2021 by Shawn Johnson
Legislature Halts Mask Mandate Repeal
Assembly Speaker Robin Vos said bill not being taken up, for now.
Jan 28th, 2021 by Laurel White
Eliminating Mask Mandate Could Cost Wisconsin $49 Million in Food Assistance
Ending public health emergency voids state eligibility for emergency food assistance.
Jan 28th, 2021 by Melanie Conklin
DWD Wants A Modernized Unemployment System
Secretary was in "complete shock" the first time she saw the antiquated systems.
Jan 28th, 2021 by Rachael Vasquez
State Board Approves Sulfide Mining Rules
Natural Resources Board requires companies to pay more for permits, notify nearby tribes of any proposal.
Jan 27th, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding
