Mike Hallquist: The Democrat Who Wants to Be Brookfield’s Next Mayor
Mike Hallquist is running for Brookfield mayor. Before the April 7 election, here’s a closer look at his record, party affiliation, and time on the Common Council.
Milwaukee County Exec David Crowley Slams U.S. Men’s Hockey Team After Trump Call
Last week, Milwaukee County Executive, and gubernatorial candidate, David Crowley criticized the U.S. Men’s Hockey team on social media after their call with President Trump celebrating the gold medal win. Since the 1980 “Miracle on Ice,” the U.S. Men's Hockey team...
Trump Promotes SAVE Act in State of Union Speech
Tuesday's State of the Union address to Congress covered a variety of policy priorities for the Trump administration including the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, aimed at tightening voter identification requirements for elections. The president took...
Olympic Gold Medalist Speaks Out in Defense of Father Amid Controversy
Olympian Alyssa Liu recently earned the praise and adoration of millions of Americans after taking home the gold medal in both team and singles figure skating at the 2026 Winter Olympics. While her reception in America has been mostly positive, some people have asked...
El Mencho’s Death Triggers Cartel Violence Across Mexico
The killing of Mexican cartel kingpin Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes also known as “El Mencho”, has sparked a wave of violence across parts of Mexico, raising concerns for Americans vacationing in tourist hotspots. Escalating conflicts between the cartel and Mexican...
Trump Promotes SAVE Act in State of Union Speech
Tuesday's State of the Union address to Congress covered a variety of policy priorities for the Trump administration including the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, aimed at tightening voter identification requirements for elections. The president took...
Olympic Gold Medalist Speaks Out in Defense of Father Amid Controversy
Olympian Alyssa Liu recently earned the praise and adoration of millions of Americans after taking home the gold medal in both team and singles figure skating at the 2026 Winter Olympics. While her reception in America has been mostly positive, some people have asked...
El Mencho’s Death Triggers Cartel Violence Across Mexico
The killing of Mexican cartel kingpin Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes also known as “El Mencho”, has sparked a wave of violence across parts of Mexico, raising concerns for Americans vacationing in tourist hotspots. Escalating conflicts between the cartel and Mexican...
Milwaukee County Exec David Crowley Slams U.S. Men’s Hockey Team After Trump Call
Last week, Milwaukee County Executive, and gubernatorial candidate, David Crowley criticized the U.S. Men’s Hockey team on social media after their call with President Trump celebrating the gold medal win. Since the 1980 “Miracle on Ice,” the U.S. Men's Hockey team...
Wisconsin Receives Low Marks in Key Economic Report
One of Wisconsin’s top business associations raised alarms about the Badger State’s competitiveness, saying the state’s regulatory regime and economic policies have put up obstacles for people moving to Wisconsin and wanting to start new businesses. The report,...
Wisconsin Assembly to Vote to Suspend Judges Without Pay
Wisconsin lawmakers are looking to change the law after the Hannah Dugan case. The full Assembly is set to vote Tuesday on a plan from Rep. Shea Sortwell, R-Two Rivers, that would take paychecks away from any judge or court commissioner who is suspended. “This bill...
Mike Hallquist: The Democrat Who Wants to Be Brookfield’s Next Mayor
BROOKFIELD, WI — Mike Hallquist has represented District 4 on the Brookfield Common Council since 2020. This spring, he's asking residents to give him a promotion — from alderman to mayor of one of Waukesha County's largest cities. By day, Hallquist works as an...
Elmbrook School Board Approves $500,000 Brookfield Elementary Library Renovation
The Elmbrook School Board voted 5–2 in March 2022 to approve approximately $500,000 in taxpayer funding for renovations to the Brookfield Elementary School library, part of a broader plan that could expand similar upgrades to additional schools. The project includes...
Waukesha School Board Elections Spark Debate Over Candidate Eligibility Standards
School board elections in Waukesha have become the center of a growing debate over what qualifications should determine who is fit to serve, as community members and advocacy groups increasingly focus on candidates’ personal backgrounds rather than statutory...