Local Politics

• After two-year delay, school districts will finally get money meant for reading instruction
• New lawsuit seeks to redraw Wisconsin's congressional maps before 2026 midterms
• County Exec. Crowley speaks to high schoolers enrolled in MU pre-college course
• Wisconsin elections commission says former Madison clerk broke laws
• Judge Hannah Dugan’s defense to file another motion to appeal in federal court
• Wisconsin Republican compares himself to Trump as he launches his bid for governor
• Alderman and Milwaukee mayor at odds over lack of parking in District 4
• Fines, cameras, cash, rewards -- Milwaukee mayor cracks down on illegal dumping
• Judge recommends that case against Wisconsin Judge Hannah Dugan proceed
• MCTS drivers union to vote this week on authorizing a strike
• Federal funding pulled for Milwaukee's 6th Street reconstruction project
• 'It's a great start': Gov. Evers touts child care investments in budget bill during visit to Milwaukee
• Milwaukee leaders urge passage of Housing Element plan, with goal of expanding access to homeownership
• Spurred by Trump budget bill, Wisconsin cashes in on hospital money; GOP leaders split on decision
• With $2 billion at stake, Legislature and Evers rush to get state budget done
• Wisconsin abortion provider explains what’s next for practices after state Supreme Court ruling
• Wisconsin politicians react to state Supreme Court striking down 176-year-old abortion ban
• 'They can be prevented': Milwaukee officially adopts Vision Zero Action Plan, aimed at eliminating traffic deaths
• Evers announces 'tentative' budget deal with GOP leaders; signs point to Dem votes needed in Senate
• 37% of independents want Evers to run again. Is that bad? Depends who you ask
• New Marquette Law School poll reveals 55% of Wisconsinites don’t want Gov. Evers to seek reelection, analyzes school funding and more
• Council votes to approve Emergency Preparedness Committee after false alarm at Zeidler building
• Milwaukee Common Council members discuss ordinance to increase trampoline safety
• Little progress on Wisconsin's next state budget
• State budget talks again break down; Senate Republicans seeking cuts willing to hold up budget
• Republicans poised to cut UW funding in next budget
• After Minnesota shootings, increased security for Wisconsin Capitol sessions; lawmakers not commiting to long-term changes
• Trial delayed in case of Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan
• Local leaders raise Juneteenth flag over Milwaukee City Hall
• Sen. Baldwin, Reps. Moore, Pocan included on Minnesota shooter's list; Wisconsin lawmakers react to tragedy
• Devin Remiker elected as new Democratic state party chair
• Mayor Johnson signs zoning ordinance allowing Moxy Hotel to move forward
• Legislators, community members call for increased child care funding in state budget
• State lawmakers reintroducing proposal for red light cameras in effort to combat reckless driving
• Sen. Baldwin meets with MPS families impacted by ongoing lead crisis
• GOP leaders delay WEC budget after Trump administration threatens to cut funding
• U.S. DOJ threatens to cut funding for Wisconsin Elections Commission
• Evers, GOP leaders break off budget talks
• Mayor Johnson tours affordable housing site under development in Metcalfe Park
• Local lawmakers push for sprinklers in apartments after weekend fires displace 37
• Gov. Evers raises Pride flag over state Capitol in honor of Pride Month
• Judge Dugan's legal team updates motion to dismiss charges, argues judicial immunity
• Wisconsin taking slower pace to pass budget, what's the holdup & why it matters
• Ron Johnson says he'll resist pressure on Trump's budget bill, talks Biden probe and MPS lead crisis
• Bill would grant benefits to Uber, DoorDash drivers
• Milwaukee County War Memorial Center asks for state funding to make up for future cuts
• Milwaukee health officials push back on latest RFK comments about MPS lead crisis
• Ben Jones appointed to Dane County Circuit Court bench
• University leaders criticize efforts to reshape how students pay for college
• 'There's no excuse': Milwaukee aldermen call for clear safety protocols in city buildings after Zeidler incident
• Wisconsin pursuing no tax on tips as federal government eyes similar cuts
• Randy Bryce 'Iron Stash' kicks off campaign against GOP Rep. Steil
• Chris Taylor launches Wisconsin Supreme Court bid
• 'Defending Humans': The documentary being filmed in Madison
• Defense fund launched for Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan
• Constitutional scholar weighs in on 'weak argument' as Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan files motion to dismiss obstruction charges
• Sen. Baldwin presses RFK Jr. on Milwaukee's lead crisis, cuts to CDC programs
• State lawmakers advance bill that would allow pharmacists to prescribe birth control
• Vos, firefighters at odds over sprinkler requirements after Milwaukee's deadly fire
• State Rep. Scott Allen announces bid for Waukesha mayor
• Republicans reject hundreds of items from Gov. Evers' budget
• Wisconsin sues Trump administration over blocked electric vehicle infrastructure funds
• Lawmakers revive effort to boost movie, TV production in Wisconsin
• Despite more concerns, Franklin Common Council votes to raise noise limits at The Rock for dozens of events
• Zoning committee delays decision on proposed Moxy Hotel in Deer District
• 'I have done nothing wrong': Gov. Evers defends ICE memo, responds to latest arrest warning by Trump admin
• Local leaders show support for construction of new hotel in Deer District
• GOP candidate Josh Schoemann announces 2026 campaign for Governor of Wisconsin
• Trump's 'border czar' issues warning to Gov. Evers on ICE guidance
• 'It's ridiculous': State lawmakers seek to prevent abandoned boat sagas
• CBS 58's Lance Allan delivers prayer for leadership at annual Governor's Prayer Breakfast
• Franklin mayor addresses sexual harassment allegations, among other concerns, at town hall
• How Judge Dugan's arrest, suspension differs from other judicial misconduct charges
• Wisconsin Supreme Court suspends Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan
• Fusion voting: The bipartisan push to bring it back to Wisconsin
• Gov. Evers announces plan to join lawsuit over Trump administration's cuts to AmeriCorps
• GOP lawmakers react to Milwaukee judge arrest, impeachment proceedings
• Hispanic civil rights nonprofit Forward Latino to visit Washington DC, denounce Milwaukee Judge Hannah Dugan's arrest
• Capitol Connection: Evers and GOP leaders meet on taxes, arrest of Milwaukee County judge
• Milwaukee County leaders plant trees, approve Climate Action 2050 Plan in honor of Arbor Day
• Grassroots forum in Waukesha calls attention to impacts potential Medicaid cuts could have on services for people with disabilities
• 'This is our chance to fight back': Family testifies for harsher sextortion laws after death of 15-year-old son
• New-look MPS board elects new president amid power struggle
• Crowley highlights importance of early childhood services in Milwaukee County
• Tax relief: Gov. Evers, GOP leaders meet to discuss tax package
• Gov. Evers participates in day of service at Governor Nelson State Park in honor of Earth Day
• Alex Brower sworn in as Milwaukee's newest alderman
• State GOP party regroups after election loss, launches review and enacts removal policies
• Wisconsin Supreme Court upholds Gov. Evers' 400-year veto
• Explosive argument over Milwaukee's ballots erupts at Wisconsin Elections Commission meeting
• Wisconsin bill could require restaurants to tell customers if they’re getting real maple syrup
• Marquette grad student's visa revoked; judge puts pause on UW student's deportation
• School districts lay off staff, cut budgets after failed referendums
• Parent group calls out city leadership for response to lead crisis in Milwaukee public schools, mayor responds
• Milwaukee County officials discuss creating new protocols following recent ICE arrests
• NFL Draft: Green Bay lawmakers request $1.25M for public safety costs
• Lawmakers hear testimony on gun storage bill, tax credits for teachers
• 'A new normal': Milwaukee election leaders outline response to April election ballot shortages
• Milwaukee business owners talk tariff uncertainty with Senator Tammy Baldwin
• Milwaukee County leaders come together to announce new traffic calming measures