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Wisconsin Challenges Trump’s Order Ending Birthright Citizenship
Joining 19 other states suing Trump and federal agencies over executive order.
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Follow the money...Joining 19 other states suing Trump and federal agencies over executive order.
A key issue: how much will law enforcement authorities cooperate with effort?
Sergeant who defended Capitol joins Courage for America in opposing pardons.
Former Wisconsin congressman has little management experience or interest in the issue.
Chicago Public Schools has dropped the program. MPS may be forced to pay for them.
Lowest tax burden in at least half a century, Wisconsin Policy Forum report finds.
Ultimately some 750 lobbyists costing $40 million may battle for state budget decisions.
Joins national lawsuit charging big pharmacy and insurance companies with racketeering.
Politicians and community groups keep using the D word. ICE says no.
Special election for third district aldermanic seat draws large field.
Counties and towns have passed ordinances to regulate CAFO operations, while farm groups want to prevent them.
At issue is whether Legislature is within its power to suspend rules for state agencies without passing a law to do so.
Kent Lovern replaces John Chisholm as Milwaukee's top prosecutor.
Endorsements
Governor orders United States and Wisconsin flags to half-staff immediately statewide
Campaign launches with endorsements from Mayor Cavalier Johnson and Diana Vang Brostoff
Loss of the Milwaukee Symphony leaves deficit, questions about its future.
As much as 25% of their salaries may come from public subsidies.
Despite vast wealth it closed pediatric clinic on 29th and Clarke.
The differences between Wisconsin and states like Mississippi.
Scott Walker fell far short of his promises and behind some neighboring states.
Ultimately some 750 lobbyists costing $40 million may battle for state budget decisions.
24 states allow citizen initiatives to create and pass constitutional amendments and laws.
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