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Posted inEnvironment
Study finds winter days on the Great Lakes growing shorter due to climate change
A new study builds on previous research that shows winters on the Great Lakes are growing shorter due to climate change.
Posted inEnvironment
New federal law addresses climate extremes and flooding along Mississippi River
Flood control along the Mississippi River is a central piece of a newly passed federal law — work that advocates believe is critical as the river basin sees more frequent and severe extreme weather events due to climate change.
Posted inBudget Bites
Republicans and Democrats agree on postpartum Medicaid expansion — Robin Vos says it’s unlikely
The fate of postpartum Medicaid expansion, a bipartisan effort in the Wisconsin Legislature, yet again falls in the hands of Assembly Speaker Robin Vos, who said it’s “unlikely” his chamber will get to vote on it.
Posted inForward, Government
Wisconsin Democrats pledge support to immigrants as new administration takes office
Some leaders in Democratic Wisconsin communities say they won’t play ball with the federal government when it comes to residents living in the United States without legal status.
Posted inForward, Government
Wisconsin’s voter ID ballot question: Here’s what you need to know
A proposed constitutional amendment on Wisconsin’s April ballot would enshrine the state’s existing photo ID requirement for voting, but leave some room for lawmakers to modify it.
Posted inGovernment
Wisconsin Supreme Court refuses to release voter records sought by conservative activist
The Wisconsin Supreme Court rejected an attempt by a conservative activist to obtain guardianship records in an effort to find ineligible voters, but the case could return.
Posted inGovernment, Justice & Safety
Milwaukee leaders voice opposition to ICE facility on city’s northwest side
Milwaukee Alderwoman Larresa Taylor said she is confident of two things: that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement wants to move its Milwaukee-based facility to the northwest side of the city and that she is going to fight any such move.
Posted inGovernment
Wisconsin Supreme Court scrutinizes ‘conversion therapy’ ban, separation of powers
The Wisconsin Supreme Court heard arguments over whether a Republican-controlled legislative committee’s rejection of a state agency rule that would ban the practice of “conversion therapy” for LGBTQ+ people was unconstitutional.
Posted inJustice & Safety
Criminal justice advocates express high hopes for Milwaukee County’s new district attorney
Newly elected Milwaukee County District Attorney Kent Lovern has made it a priority to listen to residents on the north and south sides of Milwaukee.
Posted inGovernment, Justice & Safety
A new Trump presidency raises questions for immigrants. Here’s what we know.
Members of Milwaukee’s immigrant community are bracing for the next four years. Here are answers to five key immigration-related questions.
Posted inGovernment
Wisconsin Legislature puts photo ID requirement on ballot for voter approval
Wisconsin’s photo ID requirement for voting would be elevated from a state law to a constitutional amendment under a proposal approved in the Assembly. The proposed constitutional amendment will appear on the April 1 ballot for voter consideration.