Politics
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Wisconsin lawmakers consider Capitol security needs after Minnesota assassinations
In the days since two Minnesota lawmakers were shot in their homes, Wisconsin representatives have differed about security needs for elected officials in the state.
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UW-Milwaukee chancellor says he’s ‘puzzled’ by GOP lawmakers’ stance on higher education
UW-Milwaukee Chancellor Mark Mone sat down with WPR to discuss his accomplishments over the last 11 years, including partnerships with Wisconsin higher education institutions and businesses. He also talked about the Wisconsin Legislature’s proposed cuts to the Universities of Wisconsin.
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Federal vaccine committee overhaul is a ‘radical change,’ says former committee chair
Dr. Jonathan Temte of UW-Madison chaired the federal Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices — which advises the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on federal vaccine guidelines and requirements — from 2012 to 2015. He said changes to the agency are alarming.
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State Senate passes bill creating new felony charges for rioters, making it easier to sue for property damage
The Wisconsin Senate approved legislation Wednesday to create new felony charges for people who organize, or cause injuries during a riot, while also making it easier to sue those who cause property damage during those events.
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Robin Vos says Assembly Republicans back $87M cut to UW budget
The powerful speaker of the Wisconsin Assembly said Wednesday that Republicans in his chamber support cutting the budget for the Universities of Wisconsin by $87 million.
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Wisconsin gig workers could become independent contractors under bill headed to governor’s desk
Lawmakers in both chambers of the Wisconsin Legislature approved a bill Wednesday that would formally classify gig drivers for transit apps — such as delivery drivers and rideshare operators — as independent contractors, rather than employees.
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Wisconsin Democratic legislator criticizes Republican priorities on the budget
The Joint Finance Committee is in the midst of biennial budget decision making. Democratic Rep. Tip McGuire, who sits on the committee, criticized Republican priorities.
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Legislative Republican proposal would change how Wisconsin pays for voucher schools
Legislative Republicans plan to bring back a proposal that would pay for the state’s school voucher program separately from how it funds the public school system.
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Haitian immigrants in Wisconsin lose legal status, encouraged to self-deport immediately
Roughly 300 Haitians arrived in eastern Wisconsin under a Biden-era humanitarian parole program. Last week the federal government ended that program. Now community activists say their options for staying in the country legally are limited.
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Recent scam mimics city agencies to demand money in Green Bay, Monona
The emails used public information — like permit applications and public meeting records — to tailor demands to the targets.
