Politics
Supervisors Weddle and Rainey Blast Chris Abele and Hector Colon Over Energy Assistance Contract
They say move to award energy assistance contract to UMOS and Community Advocates defies last week’s county board vote granting an extension to SDC.
Aug 6th, 2015 by Martin Weddle
Judges rally behind Gwen Connolly in race for Circuit Court Judge
“The campaign has been energizing, and it’s a privilege to have the support of these distinguished leaders,” said Connolly.
Aug 6th, 2015 by Gwen Connolly
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Examines Challenges Facing Federal Prison System
Baldwin highlights significant racial disparities in Wisconsin’s prison population
Aug 6th, 2015 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Nearly one month after Walker vetoed funds for Milwaukee energy consortium, Obama makes grant announcement
“Despite frequently speaking the words, it’s almost like Governor Walker is allergic to economic growth and prosperity.”
Aug 4th, 2015 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Introduces Major Legislation to Boost Wisconsin’s Waterfront Communities
Comprehensive effort would support local efforts to revive waterfronts along the Great Lakes, oceans, rivers and lakes to promote economic, ecosystem and community resiliency
Aug 4th, 2015 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Asking for Sheriff Clarke’s help to stem south side auto theft crisis
243% increase in 8th Aldermanic District in five years
Aug 4th, 2015 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Governor Scott Walker Statement on EPA’s Final Rule
"Yet again, President Obama is taking unilateral action and overstepping the limits of his authority to pursue a political agenda."
Aug 3rd, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
AFP Reacts to “Clean Power Plan” Rule
"Wisconsin doesn't need more regulation from Washington..."
Aug 3rd, 2015 by AFP Wisconsin
Joseph Thomas Klein Declared Candidate for County Executive
In Milwaukee, we are now engaged in a struggle for democracy, not against foreign threats, but from our own oligarchs.
Aug 3rd, 2015 by Joseph Thomas Klein
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Joins Introduction of Mental Health Awareness and Improvement Act
Bipartisan bill will improve programs to increase awareness, prevention, and early identification of mental health conditions
Aug 3rd, 2015 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Statement from Circuit Court Judge candidate Gwen Connolly
"I will be a candidate in Branch 44 in the spring election."
Jul 31st, 2015 by Gwen Connolly
Board approves Milwaukee Excellence Charter School proposal
July Board update: Vote means charter contract negotiations begin; Board also approves contract renewal for Alliance, nine new school leaders
Jul 30th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
