Democrats in the minority have repeatedly tried to close it, but the Republican majority has ignored their attempts. A new bill that would do that is likely DOA.
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5 things to watch over the next year as Wisconsin’s election cycle begins
Wisconsin voters will decide the state’s future direction in pivotal elections next year. Here are storylines Wisconsin Watch is following heading into 2026.
Posted inCommunity, Criminal justice, Education
Wisconsin’s budget shifts money from schools to Milwaukee prosecutors. That may violate the state constitution.
The budget diverts an estimated $2.2 million annually for the district attorney’s office that’s supposed to go to a fund for Milwaukee schools.
Posted inCommunity, Neighborhoods
There’s still time to vote absentee in Milwaukee. Here’s how to do it.
You don’t have to wait until Nov. 3 to cast your vote. Here are some steps to vote absentee.
Posted inCarousel, Clarke Square, Community, Home, Layton Boulevard West, Lincoln Village, Menomonee Valley, Neighborhoods, News, South, Walker Square
Latino leaders address struggle to serve community, reach professional goals
Milwaukee Latinos face many barriers to rising to the highest levels of government and business, according to local community leaders.
Posted inCarousel, Clarke Square, Community, Home, Layton Boulevard West, Lincoln Village, Menomonee Valley, Neighborhoods, News, South, Walker Square
Gubernatorial candidate Burke announces support for driver’s cards for undocumented residents
With a who’s who of local Democratic elected officials in attendance at a Southside Organizing Committee event, gubernatorial candidate Mary Burke stole the show, announcing her support for driver’s cards for undocumented residents.