Politics

Alderman Won Office Owing Property Taxes

Alderman Won Office Owing Property Taxes

DiAndre Jackson has since paid off 2022 taxes but still owes for 2023.

Back in the News: Eric Hovde Has Another Bad Week
Back in the News

Eric Hovde Has Another Bad Week

Even the good news was an issue for Republican candidate for U.S. Senate.

The State of Politics: Voters Worried About PFAS in Water  
The State of Politics

Voters Worried About PFAS in Water  

69% are worried, poll shows. But Evers and Legislature can't agree on how to address problem.

State Voters’ Views on Immigration Have Changed, Poll Shows

State Voters’ Views on Immigration Have Changed, Poll Shows

Fewer Wisconsinites favor path to citizenship while support for deportation is up.

MKE County: Local Officials Praise Federal Investment in Affordable Housing
MKE County

Local Officials Praise Federal Investment in Affordable Housing

Mayor, county executive and Biden administration official tout housing program.

Waukesha DA Won’t Pursue Charges Against Brandtjen

Waukesha DA Won’t Pursue Charges Against Brandtjen

WI Ethics Commission alleged Rep. Janel Brandtjen involved in illegal fundraising scheme.

Wisconsin Ranks Last In Per-Visit State Parks Funding

Wisconsin Ranks Last In Per-Visit State Parks Funding

New Wisconsin Policy Forum report shows 69% funding drop for DNR compared to mid-1990s.

State of Wisconsin’s Debt Hits 25-Year Low

State of Wisconsin’s Debt Hits 25-Year Low

Adjusted for inflation, state government's debt level continues to trend downward.

Barca Announces Run For Congress, Challenging Steil

Barca Announces Run For Congress, Challenging Steil

Peter Barca, a Democrat, stepped down as secretary of Wisconsin’s Department of Revenue earlier this month.

Voters With Disabilities Demand Electronic Voting Option

Voters With Disabilities Demand Electronic Voting Option

Lawsuit seeks electronic absentee option to protect privacy, but some have security concerns.

Republican Legislature Sues Evers Over Reading Bill Veto

Republican Legislature Sues Evers Over Reading Bill Veto

Republicans say partial veto to literacy program is unconstitutional

Wisconsin Supreme Court Hears Lawsuit Over Legislature’s Authority

Wisconsin Supreme Court Hears Lawsuit Over Legislature’s Authority

Gov. Evers sued over Joint Finance Committee's actions to hold up stewardship funds.