Court Records Detail Open Meetings Law Violations in Elmbrook School Board Appointment
Judges found board leaders improperly used private emails during a 2020 vote, leading to penalties and renewed scrutiny over transparency.
Foxconn Commits Additional $569 Million to Wisconsin Facility, Aiming to Double Workforce by 2030
In November, the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC), approved a fresh $569 million investment by Foxconn in its Mount Pleasant facility, part of a broader plan to expand operations in Racine County over the next few years. The expansion is projected to...
Wisconsin Supreme Court Advances Redistricting Cases
The Wisconsin Supreme Court has shifted course after announcing Tuesday that they will move forward the attempt to redraw the Republican-leaning congressional map ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. Invoking a 2011 law passed by a GOP-controlled legislature and...
Underfunded and Under Fire: Council Overrides Johnson’s MFD Cuts
The Milwaukee Common Council voted unanimously to overturn Mayor Cavalier Johnson's proposals for the city's fire department. Last Tuesday, Johnson refused to fully-fund the 2026 budget for the Milwaukee Fire Department (MFD) that would fund critical infrastructure...
Derek Chauvin Files New Petition Claiming Constitutional Violations in George Floyd Trial
Last week, former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin filed a new petition for post-conviction relief, arguing that his trial contained serious constitutional defects and that the prosecution “can only run from the truth for so long.” According to the 71-page...
Viral North Carolina Train Stabbing Draws Scrutiny to ‘Soft on Crime’ Policies
A viral stabbing on a Charlotte train has called the ‘soft on crime’ policies of major cities across the country into question after it was revealed that the assailant has an extensive rap sheet that includes violent crimes. The tragic incident, which occurred on...
Turang And Peralta Earn National League Player and Pitcher of August
On Wednesday, MLB Network announced the winners of the American and National League Players of the Month. The two are winners of the award for the first time for the Brewers since 2018 in Christian Yelich’s MVP campaign. The two became the first duo to win their...
19 of 20 Deadliest U.S. Cities Run by Democrats: Report
Nearly all of America’s deadliest cities are run by Democrats, according to research data published by Issues & Insights. The report found that 19 of the 20 cities with the highest homicide rates — and 30 of the top 32 overall — are currently led by Democratic...
Milwaukee Bucks Resign Bobby Portis to 3-year $44 million deal
MILWAUKEE – After declining his player option for next season, Bobby Portis agreed to sign a 3-year, $44 million deal to remain with the Milwaukee Bucks according to agent Mark Barelstein on Sunday. Portis has been a staple of the Bucks’ bench since joining the team...
Wisconsin Republicans Push Election Reforms to Rein in Ballot Confusion, Restore Voter Trust
Wisconsin Republicans are pushing a trio of election reform bills aimed at increasing transparency and restoring voter confidence after years of controversy surrounding the state’s election process. The legislation, introduced in the State Assembly, would overhaul how...
Milwaukee State rep Warns Time is Running out on “street takeover” Law
One of Milwaukee County’s state lawmakers says it’s now or never for a proposed law that would help police in the city fight “street takeovers.” Rep. Bob Donovan, R-Greenfield, on Tuesday pressed state senators to take-up his plan, Assembly Bill 78, that would give...
Brewers Beat Cubs Epic 5 Game Series To Face The Dodgers
On Saturday, the Brewers capped off a back and forth 5 game NLDS series with a win to advance into the NLCS, for a 2018 NLCS rematch versus the Los Angeles Dodgers. The Brewers finished the grueling 162-game regular season with a new franchise record of 97 wins and...
Off-Duty Milwaukee Cop Shoots Armed Assailant
On Thursday, an off duty Milwaukee cop shot an armed man on the corner of 47th and West Mill Road after the situation escalated during a minor accident. After the accident took place, the two men exited the vehicle, where the assailant drew a gun and started hitting...
Legislators Weigh Controversial Red Light Camera Bill
Wisconsin legislators heard testimony on a red light camera bill that proponents said would protect public safety, though some expressed concerns about targeting Milwaukee residents and civil liberties. The bill, which is supported by Milwaukee Police Chief Jeffrey...