Local Politics

• State elections official: Milwaukee County must address 2020 ballots amid privacy concerns
• Six Democratic candidates for governor meet voters in West Bend, take part in forum
• 100 vehicles involved in reckless driving impounded since passing of ordinance, Milwaukee alderman says
• Wisconsin Elections Commission launches election information hub
• 14-year-old introduces bill to ban cosmetic animal testing in Wisconsin
• Federal judges decline to extend appointment for interim US attorney in Milwaukee
• 'ICE Out MKE' resolution banning immigration enforcement on city property passes first hearing unanimously
• 'We're on the right course': Vision Zero data show traffic deaths are down in Milwaukee
• Sen. Baldwin visits Milwaukee manufacturer, discusses impact of tariffs
• Wisconsin joins multi-state lawsuit over new global tariffs Pres. Trump imposed after Supreme Court loss
• Wisconsin man accused of setting fire to congressman's office over TikTok ban gets 7 years in prison
• WI members of Congress offer vastly different responses to U.S. war on Iran
• Evers calls special session to ban gerrymandering, but top Dems won't say if they support it
• Public school advocates gather at state Capitol for 'Day of Action'
• Madison mother demands answers after 15-year-old son with autism was fed dog food at school
• 4 key takeaways as Evers addresses surplus, gerrymandering and a 'waste of a poll'
• JD Vance urges people to vote against 'crazy' Democrats in 2026 midterms during visit to Plover
• Gov. Evers, DMA announce $2 million grant to improve flood resilience in communities across Wisconsin
• State lawmaker faces charges after allegedly threatening to leak information about fellow lawmaker
• Judge denies request to block ballot measure on Port Washington data center's TID
• 10 Wisconsin-based businesses sue federal government, seek to recoup losses by tariffs imposed by Trump admin
• Proposal aims to raise minimum wage in Wisconsin
• School districts, teachers, parents suing Legislature over state funding
• Assembly passes bill restricting purchase of soda and candy with SNAP
• Vos says surplus talks have 'not gotten super specific' as original deadline passes
• 'There will be no one like him': How lawmakers reacted to Speaker Vos announcing his retirement
• Assembly passes women's health care, online sports betting bills on final scheduled session date
• Ald. Brower stands by letter preparing for ICE operations in Milwaukee
• Surplus showdown: How the details of school funding are making all the difference in Evers-GOP talks
• Argument between Milwaukee alders stems from 'ICE Out Milwaukee' legislation regarding face coverings
• In final State of the State, Evers touts accomplishments and gives cold shoulder to GOP surplus plan
• Group of Milwaukee County supervisors accuse Rogers Behavioral Health of retaliatory firings
• State GOP leaders deliver property tax relief proposal to Evers that includes school and Foodshare funding, tax rebate plan
• Petition to recall Port Washington mayor falls short in signatures, city says
• 'I have not been invited': Senate GOP leader says he's being frozen out of surplus talks
• GOP leaders split on whether property tax cuts must include end to Evers' 400-year veto
• 'We were hit hard': Communities scramble for funding after FEMA denies flood relief appeal
• Annual Black History Month celebration held at Milwaukee City Hall
• Karin Tyler nominated to lead Milwaukee's Office of Community Wellness and Safety
• Bill to fund WisconsinEye advances to state Senate
• Bipartisan bill would lower penalties for first-time marijuana possession
• 'We don’t want that here': Kenosha Co. residents speak out against proposed battery energy storage facility
• FEMA rejects Wisconsin's appeal for public aid in aftermath of historic flooding
• 'We are teetering on the edge': New food grant program hopes to prevent grocery store closures
• In governor's race, Rodriguez proposes state-run health insurance option; says police should honor ICE detainers
• Milwaukee County health care mess: Board approves new contract, Crowley defends response
• Board approves ordinance requiring permits for law enforcement staging in Milwaukee County parks
• Brother of man murdered at local bar starts initiative against gun violence
• GOP bill aims to set age limits for Wisconsin judges, justices
• Ald. Coggs introduces legislation to solve Milwaukee's food desert crisis
• State Democrats announce new marijuana legalization proposal
• Community activists gather to find solutions to overcome federal health care cuts
• Governor candidate Brennan proposes ICE 'accountability commission'
• Congressman Bryan Steil introduces bill that could reshape U.S. elections
• Josh Schoemann drops out of Wisconsin governor's race
• 4 more pharmacies added to Ascension's 'Dispensary for Hope' program, giving better access to medication across Wisconsin
• Gov. Evers announces successful completion of reforms at Lincoln Hills and Copper Lake schools
• Pres. Trump endorses Congressman Tom Tiffany for governor
• WI lawmaker response: Baldwin calls for Noem to resign; Grothman says Pretti 'probably did not have to die'
• 'Complete chaos': Milwaukee alderman pushes for state to delay 27th St. viaduct closure
• Immigration lawyer calls ICE memo authorizing officers to enter homes without judicial warrants 'unconstitutional'
• Milwaukee committee tweaks ordinance prohibiting law enforcement from staging on county park land without prior authorization
• Gov. Evers joins lawsuit supporting Minnesota against Trump immigration enforcement
• Wisconsin state and local leaders respond to fatal shooting involving federal law enforcement in Minneapolis
• Assembly leaders agree on plan to resume 'WisconsinEye' coverage of state government
• 'Not taking a single vote for granted': Barnes believes he can win governor's race despite 2022 defeat; shifts stance on school vouchers
• Amid concerns over an immigration crackdown in Milwaukee, local officials will decide how, when ICE officers can use county park land for staging
• City of Milwaukee launches 'rights and resources' webpage in response to ICE activity across the country
• Amid more backlash, Cudahy Common Council passes $25 wheel tax to make up some of steep budget gap
• Republican-led bill regulating data centers in Wisconsin clears Assembly
• Rep. Pocan addresses constituents' concerns regarding ICE in Wisconsin
• Sen. Baldwin demands answers regarding Trump admin's mental health funding cuts and reversal
• Faith leaders call for neighbors to record, intervene if ICE ramps up Milwaukee presence
• Shorewood High School students hold walkout in protest of recent ICE actions
• License to shoot (video): State lawmakers cracking down on who can record their meetings
• GOP leaders reject Evers' property tax plan, instead call for repeal of governor's 400-year veto
• UW Health, Children's Wisconsin pause gender affirming care for minors
• Evers proposes property tax relief, defends veto that allowed school districts to raise property taxes for 400 years
• Rodriguez calls for ICE restrictions, including bans on masks and arrests in schools, courthouses
• Republican lawmakers outline proposal creating guidelines for potential data centers in Wisconsin
• State and local leaders respond to Minneapolis shooting involving ICE agent
• Evers announces $5M in funding to support local farmers, hunger relief efforts
• Wisconsin leaders react to US capture of Venezuela's leader after 'large scale strike'
• Wedding barn restrictions take effect in 2026, but some lawmakers want to ease new permit law
• Vos says falling population is Wisconsin's biggest challenge. His solution? Lower costs, merge schools, expand legal immigration
• 'Last thing that is on our agenda': Vos softens tone on impeaching Judge Dugan
• 2026 preview: Top Senate Democrat says affordability key to winning majority, won't talk Dugan impeachment
• Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez highlights need for food assistance programs during Ozaukee County visit
• ACLU of Wisconsin files request with elections commission over access to Spanish language resources for voters
• Milwaukee health center bracing for potential changes to health insurance landscape
• Milwaukee alderman speaks out against Mayor Johnson after Common Council overrides vetoes
• Federal Transit Administration calls on MCTS to address fare evasion
• ‘I could be priced out’: Milwaukee chef says health care uncertainty puts his restaurants at risk
• Sen. Johnson asks U.S. DOJ to get involved in fake electors case against Trump lawyer
• 'Overdose Death Initiative': DOJ's new approach investigating opioid overdoses and deaths
• New Marquette poll shows support for law abiding immigrants to have work permits in US
• Judge Hannah Dugan trial: On the eve of jury selection, a look ahead at the local case's national implications
• 21 vehicles towed in 20 days; Milwaukee's effort to crack down on reckless driving
• Facial recognition technology sparks negative response from activist groups at Milwaukee County Board Committee meeting
• Gov. Evers signs Bradyn's Law to help protect young people from sextortion