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Council Rejects Unusual Affordable Housing Proposal

Council Rejects Unusual Affordable Housing Proposal

But one alderman offers fierce dissent and questions concept of aldermanic privilege.

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Council Rejects Unusual Affordable Housing Proposal

But one alderman offers fierce dissent and questions concept of aldermanic privilege.

WILL Sues to Block Wisconsin’s Conversion Therapy Ban

Conservative law firm argues counselors have a right to provide Christ-centered therapy.

Blue County vs Red County Urban Sprawl

Americans are dividing into two different ways of life. How do Milwaukee and Wisconsin rank?

LGBT Community Center Returns to Walker’s Point

A historic change and return home for nonprofit facing federal cuts.

Divided Council Reaches Deal on Leftover Federal Pandemic Funds

Twice-rejected proposal gets 10-5 vote of approval from full council.

Democrats Split with Gov. Tony Evers Over School Funding Deal

'Three lame ducks' reached the agreement? But GOP legislators praise the deal.

The Riches of Wisconsin’s Congressional Delegation

Led by Sen. Ron Johnson, worth $64.9 million, half of 10 members are millionaires.

High Fuel Prices Impact Local Governments Across Wisconsin

Milwaukee County could see $800,000 deficit in fleet operations, Green Bay officials worried.

City of Milwaukee Will Again Fight We Energies on Rate Increase

Council says latest proposal harms residents, city.

Council Delays Proposal to Fence Off Downtown Bar Districts

Area alderman wants key stakeholders to publicly endorse it. Will they?

Maine Went All-In on PFAS Problem; What Can Wisconsin Learn?

New book traces how and why Maine launched $200 million response to 'forever chemicals.'

Federal DHS Targets Madison Business Owner Pardoned by Gov. Evers

Federal officials still trying to deport Mexican restaurant owner after his release from detention.

Mayor Rakes Back Leaf Bagging Plan

A compromise with more options for residents comes after council push back.

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Endorsements

U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Endorses Dan Bukiewicz for Assembly

 

Governor Tommy Thompson Endorses Tom Tiffany

 

Judge Lyndsey Brunette’s Judicial Support Grows to 31 Judges Statewide

New endorsements reflect broad backing from the bench as Judge Brunette's campaign builds momentum

Justice-Elect Chris Taylor Endorses Judge Pedro Colón

 

Larry Martin, Former Executive Director of the State Bar of Wisconsin, Endorses Judge Lyndsey Brunette

Martin: "Wisconsin's legal community depends on a Supreme Court that upholds the rule of law and treats every person who comes before it with fairness and respect.”

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Blue County vs Red County Urban Sprawl

Americans are dividing into two different ways of life. How do Milwaukee and Wisconsin rank?

Tiffany, Republicans Look Terrible on Gas Prices

Trump, Sean Duffy, entire party getting killed on issue that’s critical to their voters.

Milwaukee Pridefest’s Leadership Questioned

Is Wes Shaver a top city leader or a less-than transparent huckster?

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The Impact of Two Cases Challenging Wisconsin’s Congressional Districts

Both judicial panels have essentially kicked the cases back to Wisconsin Supreme Court.

ACA Premium Costs Rose 40% in Milwaukee

How and why ACA marketplace rates rose so high in Wisconsin and the nation.

The Irony of Trump’s SAVE Act

The data suggests it would reduce Republican turnout.

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Wisconsin Plays Role in National Redistricting Battle

Will state Supreme Court's liberal majority require a new map of congressional districts?

Was Dan Bice Wisconsin’s Most Important Journalist?

Remembering the unique style of the Journal Sentinel columnist and former colleague.

Will Supreme Court Liberals Adopt Recusal Rules?

Conservative majority refused to do so in 2017. Pressure now on liberals.

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