Politics
State of the State Promises, One Month Later
Republicans in the Legislature are poised to end the session with more bad fiscal news and additional cuts to public school classrooms.
Feb 11th, 2016 by State Rep. Gordon Hintz
Seniors Advocates Endorse Russ Feingold’s Senate Bid
Russ is committed to providing Wisconsin's seniors with the dignity of a secure retirement and is dedicated to protecting Social Security and the well-being of all Wisconsin seniors.
Feb 11th, 2016 by Russ Feingold
Governor Scott Walker Announces DOR Anti-Fraud Initiatives Save Taxpayers $192 Million Over Five Years
The money saved from potential tax refund fraud during the past five tax seasons has increased by $121 million, or 170 percent over the previous five years.
Feb 11th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Legislation to Aid Disabled Taxicab Riders Passes the State Assembly
SB 275 has now passed both the State Assembly and State Senate and will now head to the Governor.
Feb 11th, 2016 by State Rep. Lisa Subeck
Healthy Babies, Working Mothers Act Receives Hearing with Strong Public Support
Advocates, health care professionals and mothers spoke in support of workplace breastfeeding accommodations
Feb 11th, 2016 by State Rep. Lisa Subeck
Rep. Barnes Welcomes Janan Atta Najeeb to the Wisconsin State Assembly
She is the first Muslim woman to ever lead the Wisconsin State Assembly in prayer.
Feb 11th, 2016 by Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes
Amid Obama Budget Cuts, Coalition Urges Congress to Again Stand up for Great Lakes
The Obama Administration’s budget recommends cutting the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative from $300 million as currently appropriated to $250 million
Feb 11th, 2016 by Healing Our Waters - Great Lakes Coalition
MCTS Announces Free Bus Pass Program to Help People Register to Vote or Obtain a Picture ID
The program is only for organizations who will then administer the passes.
Feb 11th, 2016 by Milwaukee County Transit System
“Instability”
Supervisor Taylor Criticizes Turnover at Department
Feb 11th, 2016 by Steve F. Taylor
Wisconsin Restaurant Association Endorses Justice Rebecca Bradley for State Supreme Court
The Wisconsin Restaurant Association represents thousands of foodservice businesses encompassing virtually every size of establishment in the state.
Feb 11th, 2016 by Rebecca Bradley
Milwaukee County Board to Hold February 24 Public Hearing on Domes
Board Invites County Executive to Discuss the Future of the Domes with the Public
Feb 10th, 2016 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Milwaukee auto theft epidemic out of control, sparking “street justice”
Ald. Donovan to hold Thursday news conference on near south side
Feb 10th, 2016 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
