Politics

Congressmen Sensenbrenner Introduces the Second Chance Reauthorization Act

Congressmen Sensenbrenner Introduces the Second Chance Reauthorization Act

This legislation provides non-profit faith and community-based organizations with mentoring grants to develop support programs such as drug treatment, housing, job training, medical care, and education.

Senator Craig Introduces Zero-Based Budgeting Process

Senator Craig Introduces Zero-Based Budgeting Process

This requires state agencies to submit a report of every dollar and program they administer to be reviewed by the legislature.

Will Gov. Scott Walker Stand Up For Vulnerable Wisconsinites At Risk Of Losing Health Care Insurance?

Will Gov. Scott Walker Stand Up For Vulnerable Wisconsinites At Risk Of Losing Health Care Insurance?

It's been widely reported that Senate Republicans are drafting their version of Trumpcare behind closed doors.

Rep. Sean Duffy Actually Said These Words Out Loud

Rep. Sean Duffy Actually Said These Words Out Loud

"And my concern, Martha, is what the hell are we investigating?"

Sparkle Ashley announces candidacy for Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors

Sparkle Ashley announces candidacy for Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors

"I am running for County Board Supervisor because a change in leadership is needed to improve and enhance county services."

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Announces Appointment of Nicole Brookshire as Director of the Office on African American Affairs

Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Announces Appointment of Nicole Brookshire as Director of the Office on African American Affairs

Brookshire was selected as the top candidate from a group of 250 by the OAAA Transition Committee.

Wisconsin Needs Investments, Not Cuts, in Workforce Development and Career and Technical Education

Wisconsin Needs Investments, Not Cuts, in Workforce Development and Career and Technical Education

The President’s budget cuts core job training programs by 40% in 2018 alone, cuts funding for career and technical education grants

Congressman Sensenbrenner Introduces the No Regulation Without Representation Act

Congressman Sensenbrenner Introduces the No Regulation Without Representation Act

States are growing increasingly aggressive in imposing regulatory burdens on out-of-state businesses.

Trump Fails to Address US Infrastructure Needs

Trump Fails to Address US Infrastructure Needs

In response to the announcement of President Donald Trump’s infrastructure proposal, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04) issued the following statement

$250,000 state grant to help boost development of new basketball arena in Oshkosh

$250,000 state grant to help boost development of new basketball arena in Oshkosh

Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation to help fund public infrastructure for new stadium for minor-league basketball team

Officer-Involved Lakefront Shooting

Officer-Involved Lakefront Shooting

Waukesha County Sheriff’s Department is conducting the investigation.

Mayor Tom Barrett and Chair Martha Laning Slam Disastrous Trumpcare Bill, Call For Strengthening ACA

Mayor Tom Barrett and Chair Martha Laning Slam Disastrous Trumpcare Bill, Call For Strengthening ACA

If Trumpcare becomes the law of the land, it is estimated that 311,000 Wisconsin residents will lose their health care coverage.