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Flood Damage Toll Rises Ahead of FEMA Assessment
More than 1,500 homes in Milwaukee County destroyed or suffered major damage.
Aug 19th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Council Members Pitch Trump to Declare FEMA Emergency
Dimitrijevic and Chambers lead letter urging FEMA help after 1000-year rainstorm.
Aug 19th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Mayor Skips Finalists, Picks Outsider For Key Violence Prevention Role
Johnson taps Adam Procell, who turned his life around after homicide conviction.
Aug 18th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
State Budget Included $15 Million in Earmarks for Robin Vos’ District
Gov. Evers didn’t veto funds sought by Assembly speaker as part of budget deal.
Aug 18th, 2025 by Noe Goldhaber
13,000 Properties in SE Wisconsin Suffered Flood Damage
Many not covered by home insurance, waiting on FEMA declaration.
Aug 17th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
Evers Bypasses GOP-Led Committee To Implement Pay Raises For State Workers
Evers administration says Supreme Court ruling means he can skip final approval for already funded action.
Aug 15th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
School Report Cards Being Updated, But Major Changes Need Legislative Approval
DPI says updates are a necessary step to ensure the system remains fair.
Aug 15th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
DNR Has Seen 500 Positions Cut Since 2003, Says It Is Causing Delays
Loss of 20 vacant positions is latest in a long-term trend, leaders say.
Aug 15th, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding
County Asking For Citizens To Help With Push For Federal Flood Aid
It reports more than $20 million in damage to its own property.
Aug 14th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Wisconsin’s State Budget Surplus Is Shrinking
Spending and tax cuts have consumed most of surplus, Policy Forum warns.
Aug 14th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Milwaukee Offers Guidance For Bars, Restaurants Cleaning Up From Storm
O'Lydia's showcased by Mayor, Health Department as 'best of the worst-case scenario.'
Aug 14th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Federal Funding Cut Imperils Wisconsin’s Unemployment System Update
System that buckled in 2020 was being updated, but work can't be completed without funding.
Aug 14th, 2025 by Joe Schulz
Competing Bills Aim To Save Two State Facilities For Homeless Veterans
Budget deal 'overlooked' $2 million funding need.
Aug 13th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Evers Kills Bill That Would Have Made It More Difficult For Felons To Resume Voting
ACLU called proposed restrictions a 'modern-day poll tax.'
Aug 13th, 2025 by Sarah Lehr
Evers, Crowley Tour Water-Damaged Areas
Individuals with damage need to report it by calling 211 for state to make aid claim.
Aug 13th, 2025 by Evan Casey
Storms Close Two Milwaukee Libraries ‘Long Term’
Plus: City adding evening hours to drop-off centers.
Aug 12th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Criminal Justice Reform Advocates Blast ‘Lack of Urgency’ in Closing Green Bay Prison
Budget signed by Evers called for max security facility to close, but governor removed deadline.
Aug 12th, 2025 by Sarah Lehr
Bipartisan Law Allows Advanced Nurses To Set Up Their Own Practices
Compromise becomes law after previous versions stalled.
Aug 10th, 2025 by Sarah Lehr
Gov. Tony Evers Vetoes Uber Drivers, Parole Violation Bills
Governor vetoed 5 bills Friday afternoon and signed 17 others, including several related to health care and policing.
Aug 9th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Evers Balks At Trump Admin’s Plan To Cancel $62 Million Grant For Homeowners
Solar for All program would support installation of solar energy systems in Wisconsin.
Aug 8th, 2025 by Erik Gunn
Even With Evers Out, Gubernatorial Field Remains Small
Strategists say any would-be candidates must weigh the potential benefits of announcing early against the demands of a lengthy campaign.
Aug 8th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Tommy Thompson for Governor?
'Why not?' says former governor, 85. 'My mind is sharp as hell.'
Aug 6th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Evers Offers $100 Million in Incentives to Eli Lilly’s Kenosha County Project
Company will invest $4 billion, create 750 jobs in Pleasant Prairie.
Aug 6th, 2025 by Joe Schulz
Amid Falling Vaccination Rates GOP Bill Pushes Exemptions
Bill requires waiver forms be given to parents with health forms schools give them.
Aug 4th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
The Many Lawsuits of Josh Kaul
29 suits by AG against Trump administration. Will this help or hurt Kaul if he runs for governor?
Aug 4th, 2025 by Steven Walters
Appeals Court Rules Against DNR Board Holdout
Emails show Frederick Prehn was working with GOP legislators to stay in seat past appointment.
Aug 1st, 2025 by Henry Redman
Justice Rebecca Bradley’s Favorite Obsession
She's death on 'unelected bureaucrats." What's that all about?
Jul 30th, 2025 by Bruce Thompson
Will Evers Sign Bill Making Gig Drivers Independent Contractors?
Would exclude Uber, Lyft, DoorDash drivers from rules protecting workers.
Jul 30th, 2025 by Erik Gunn
Gov. Evers Charges EPA Has Abandoned Science
Joins California Gov. Newsom, condemning end of greenhouse gas regulations.
Jul 30th, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding
‘Signs of Life’ in Wisconsin Housing Market
Sales up 8.1% in June. But homes unaffordable for many first-time buyers.
Jul 29th, 2025 by Beatrice Lawrence
Youth Will Be Served in Governor’s Race
A national trend. Next governor could be three decades younger than Tony Evers.
Jul 28th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Why Tony Evers Could Have Run Again
Why he was likely to win and thrive as a three-term governor.
Jul 28th, 2025 by Steven Walters
Study Ties Weak State Gun Laws to Child Deaths
Child deaths up 15% in Wisconsin, one of 28 states with most permissive laws.
Jul 27th, 2025 by Edgar Mendez
County Exec, Governor Celebrate New Affordable Housing Development
New facility provides supportive housing units for seniors with disabilities experiencing homelessness.
Jul 25th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
UW Food Program Shutting Down After Federal Cuts
More than 90 people losing their jobs.
Jul 25th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
County Executive David Crowley Confirms He Will Run for Governor
Milwaukee official is second Democrat to enter race.
Jul 25th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez Is First Dem To Announce Gubernatorial Bid
Rodriguez's announcement kicks off what is expected to be a fierce Democratic primary for governor
Jul 25th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Tony Evers Confirms He Won’t Seek Third Term
First open race for governor since 2010.
Jul 24th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
The Imperial Legislature Loses Again
Three decisions by Wisconsin Supreme Court overrule Republican lame duck laws.
Jul 23rd, 2025 by Bruce Thompson
Republicans Move to Repeal Gov. Evers’ 400-Year School Funding Hike
If the bill passes the Legislature, it would face ironic hurdle: Evers' veto pen.
Jul 23rd, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Fight for Control of Wisconsin Senate Has Begun
2026 election gives Democrats a chance to flip seats under new legislative maps.
Jul 23rd, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Does Justice Rebecca Bradley Face An Enthusiasm Gap?
Why Republicans might prefer her to step down from WI Supreme Court.
Jul 22nd, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Older Adults Account for 20% of Wisconsin’s Suicides
Older men have highest rate. Experts discuss possible causes and solutions.
Jul 22nd, 2025 by Sreejita Patra
Cities With State Buildings Get Boost from Wisconsin Budget
Special funding since universities, prisons, state offices pay no local taxes.
Jul 21st, 2025 by Sarah Lehr
Rep Robyn Vining Launches Campaign for 5th Senate District
Democrat challenging GOP Sen. Rob Hutton in Milwaukee-Waukesha district.
Jul 20th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
New Grants Could Help Train Wisconsin’s Low-Income Workers
Trump budget plan allows Pell Grants to pay for short-term workforce training.
Jul 20th, 2025 by Natalie Yahr
Wisconsin Public School Funding Falls Further Behind National Average
New report finds big decline since 2002, state now 10% behind national average.
Jul 19th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
New Fundraising Numbers Could Indicate Evers’ Reelection Decision
But while Republican challengers build their war chests, Evers could quickly refill his coffers.
Jul 17th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Facilities Assisting Homeless Veterans Set to Close
Gov. Evers blames GOP lawmakers, who call his remarks 'simply disingenuous.'
Jul 16th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
What’s Next in Legal Fight Over Abortion in Wisconsin?
More issues remain after WI Supreme Court struck down 19th century ban.
Jul 15th, 2025 by Sarah Lehr
Environmental Groups, Community Advocates Push for PFAS Deal
Funding approved but stalled by clash between Gov. Evers and GOP legislators.
Jul 14th, 2025 by Henry Redman
A Tale of Two Cities
Radically different budget bills passed in Madison and Washington.
Jul 14th, 2025 by Steven Walters
Hundreds Gather at Funeral for Milwaukee Police Officer
Officer Kendall Corder, 32, was 6-year veteran killed in the line of duty.
Jul 13th, 2025 by Evan Casey
Governor Touts Wisconsin Budget as Bipartisan Compromise
Evers won't say whether he will run for reelection, but predicts he'd win.
Jul 12th, 2025 by Royce Podeszwa
Raises Haven’t Solved Wisconsin Prison Staffing Problems
'They put a Band-Aid on the problem," says former Waupun guard.
Jul 11th, 2025 by Mario Koran
Board of Regents Approves 5% UW System Tuition Hike
Regents also approve preliminary budget showing no UW campus with a deficit.
Jul 10th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
Lawsuit Introduces New Strategy To Overturn Wisconsin’s Congressional Maps
Lawsuit argues that Wisconsin's US House districts represent an 'anti-competitive gerrymander.'
Jul 10th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
State Sen. Carpenter Bashes Bob Donovan
Did Donovan win funding for freeway sound barriers? Democrat begs to differ.
Jul 9th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Businessman Bill Berrien Launches Republican Campaign for Governor
Ex-Navy SEAL promises a Trump-style 'shakeup' of Madison.
Jul 9th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Evers, Democratic Legislators Praise Court Ruling on Regulations
'For years, a small group of Republican lawmakers overstepped their power.'
Jul 9th, 2025 by Erik Gunn
UW System Plans 5% Tuition Hike
2025-26 resident tuition and fees for UWM would be $10,916.
Jul 8th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
WI Supreme Court Curtails Legislative Committee’s Rule Making Authority
4-3 decision sides with Evers in dispute over conversion therapy ban.
Jul 8th, 2025 by Erik Gunn
Democratic Rep. Jenna Jacobson Will Challenge Top GOP State Senator
District held by incumbent Howard Marklein now leans slightly Democratic.
Jul 8th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
WI Dept of Corrections Will Hold Hearing on 2014 Law’s Reforms
Act 196 created alternatives to revoking probation and parole, but had little impact.
Jul 7th, 2025 by Frank Zufall
State Budget Cuts Stewardship Funds But Underwrites Timber Industry
$100 million for funding public lands cut, $1 million to help timber industry added.
Jul 7th, 2025 by Henry Redman
New Legislative Districts Led to Bipartisan Budget
For first time in 14 years, Republican leaders needed Democratic votes.
Jul 7th, 2025 by Steven Walters
State Budget Provides Funding For Milwaukee Highway Patrol
New dollars could allow county to switch funding to courthouse project.
Jul 4th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Evers, GOP Lawmakers Beat Congress, Trump To Punch On Hospital Funding
Wisconsin could see additional $1.2 billion in federal Medicaid matching funds because of state budget passage.
Jul 3rd, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Bipartisan Budget Deal Gets Mixed Reviews From Wisconsin Legislators
A 'step in the right direction' or a 'little sad' and 'unacceptable'?
Jul 2nd, 2025 by Baylor Spears
State Budget Deal Would Give UWM $189 Million
Funds from state capital budget would redevelop former Columbia Hospital.
Jul 1st, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
How Republicans Screwed Themselves
Aggressively pushing for laws, policies meant to help them. But Democrats now benefiting.
Jul 1st, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Evers and Republican Legislative Leaders Reach Budget Deal
With $1.2 billion in tax cuts, new spending on K-12 schools, UW system, child care.
Jul 1st, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Uber and Lyft Drivers Went on Strike at Mitchell Airport
Protest of poor pay ended by county sheriff after drivers block exit from parking lot.
Jul 1st, 2025 by Nick Rommel
How Wisconsin’s Republican Budget Compares With Public Opinion
What are Marquette poll results on three key GOP proposals?
Jun 30th, 2025 by Margaret Shreiner and Noe Goldhaber
What the Upset in NYC Mayor’s Race Could Mean for Wisconsin
Could another Bernie Sanders-backed, young Democrat defeat Rep. Van Orden?
Jun 30th, 2025 by Ruth Conniff
Lawmakers Release Funds for Literacy But Delay Much of State Budget
Joint Finance Committee can't decide funding for UW system, Medicaid, child care.
Jun 28th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Court’s Rejection of Redistricting Lawsuits Yields Many Questions
Court denied lawsuits without explanation, leaving court watchers and political analysts to wonder why, and what comes next.
Jun 27th, 2025 by Rich Kremer and Anya Van Wagtendonk
Wisconsin Supreme Court Declines Cases Challenging Congressional Maps
Democrats hoped liberal majority would redraw state's congressional districts.
Jun 26th, 2025 by Henry Redman
Majority of Voters Say Gov. Evers Shouldn’t Run for Third Term
But new Marquette poll shows Evers approval remains positive.
Jun 25th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Wisconsin Supreme Court Overrules Gov. Evers Partial Veto Of Reading Bill
Court rules it was not appropriations bill so Evers couldn't use partial veto.
Jun 25th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
Bill to Expand Wisconsin’s Nuclear Power Heads to Gov. Evers’ Desk
Another bill passed makes it easier for political candidates to withdraw their name from a ballot.
Jun 25th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Gov. Evers Threatens Veto If Budget Excludes Child Care Funding
Governor's $442 million plan would replace expiring federal funds.
Jun 24th, 2025 by Nick Rommel
Wisconsin Supreme Court Backs State Regulators of PFAS Pollution
5-2 decision says DNR has 'explicit authority to enforce' PFAS discharges.
Jun 24th, 2025 by Danielle Kaeding and Rich Kremer
The Professors Are the Enemy
How and why Wisconsin Republican legislators are starving the UW system.
Jun 24th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Republican Bill Changes How Wisconsin Pays for Voucher Schools
Backers say 'decoupling' will save taxpayers money, report disputes this.
Jun 23rd, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
Legislature Passes Advanced Nursing Bill Evers Expected to Sign
Bipartisan bill allows nurses with advanced training to practice independently.
Jun 23rd, 2025 by Erik Gunn
WI Legislator Calls for Task Force on Missing and Murdered Black Women
Statistics alarming. Rep Stubbs re-introduces bill following killing of Sade Robinson.
Jun 23rd, 2025 by Evan Casey
Supreme Court Justices Call for More Security
GOP legislators reject $2.2 million proposal. But that was before Minnesota killings.
Jun 23rd, 2025 by Steven Walters
State Senate Passes Bill That It Says Targets ‘Violent Riots’ With New Felony Penalties
But Sen. Larson says it could be used on protesters.
Jun 19th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Bill Would Formally Designate ‘Gig Workers’ As Independent Contractors
Backed by companies like Uber, proposal would exempt workers from minimum wage, worker's comp requirements.
Jun 19th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Vos Says Assembly Republicans Support $87 Million UW System Cut
System sought $855 million increase in its budget. Cut could cause campus closures.
Jun 19th, 2025 by Shawn Johnson
Budget Committee Funds Corrections Far Below What Evers Wanted
Democrats say budget won't fix, reform state prison system as needed.
Jun 18th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Wisconsin Supreme Court Agrees With AG on Power to Settle Some Lawsuits
7-0 decision limits legislative power and lame-duck law passed by Republicans.
Jun 17th, 2025 by Sarah Lehr
Illinois Robotics Manufacturer Moving Headquarters to Franklin
Gov. Evers says expansion in Wisconsin will create more than 700 jobs.
Jun 16th, 2025 by Joe Schulz
County Picks Site For New Courthouse
It won't be Milwaukee Public Museum site, leaving it available for redevelopment.
Jun 16th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Evers, Republicans Close on Budget’s Tax Cut Plan
But far apart on K-12 schools, UW system and child care funding.
Jun 16th, 2025 by Steven Walters
Wisconsin Democrats Elect Devin Remiker as New Party Chair
Succeeds Ben Wikler, who said of Remiker: 'He gets rural. He gets grassroots.'
Jun 16th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Wisconsin GOP Congressman’s Bill Defunds Cities Deemed ‘Anarchist’
Democrats say Rep. Tony Wied would criminalize an entire city for actions of a few.
Jun 15th, 2025 by Joe Schulz
MPS Should Overhaul Curriculum, Teacher Training, Report Finds
2nd independent audit commissioned by Gov. Evers suggest sweeping changes.
Jun 15th, 2025 by Corrinne Hess
Republicans Boost School Funding, But By Far Less Than Governor Proposed
Finance committee also votes for $1.3 billion tax cut.
Jun 13th, 2025 by Shawn Johnson
