Wisconsin GOP Rep. James Sensenbrenner Will Retire

James Sensenbrenner, 76, has served in the House of Representatives for 40 years. He will not seek re-election.

Brookfield Woman Rejects Trump As He Dives Into Racial Politics

President Trump's return to racial politics may rally his base of white working-class voters across rural America, but strategy is risky.

Summer Pilgrim Road And Capitol Drive Detours Coming Up

State officials say the Pilgrim Road bridge over Capitol Drive was built in 1965 and is in need of maintenance.

Milwaukee To Host 2020 Democratic National Convention

Milwaukee beat out finalists Houston and Miami to host the 2020 Democratic National Convention.

Brookfield Rep. Slams Gov. Tony Evers Tax Plan

Rep. Rob Hutton says Gov. Tony Evers' tax plan unfairly targets the state's manufacturing sector, and that the GOP's tax plan is better.

Here’s How Much The Richest County In Wisconsin Makes

The richest counties in each state have median household incomes ranging from $58,000 up to $129,000. See the number for Wisconsin.

Crowdsource Trump's Border Wall? Wisconsin Congressman Says Yes

One Wisconsin congressman wants to fund Trump's border wall by crowdsourcing funds straight to federal officials.

Bishop's Woods Public Hearing Set

Officials say they want to promote "well-planned, suitable and appropriate mixed-use developments."

Wisconsin Laws Enacted In 2018 That May Impact Your Life

In 2018, lawmakers in Wisconsin passed 214 bills that originated in the State Assembly and 135 bills that originated in the State Senate.

How One Wisconsin Legislator Is Being Courted By Big Oil: Report

As the Trump administration pushes for rollbacks in car fuel standards, here's how Marathon Petroleum is pressuring a Wisconsin State Rep.

North Ave. To Be Widened To 4 Lanes, Public Hearing Planned

The current plan is to widen North Ave. to four lanes with sidewalk and on-street bike lanes. Details here:

Wisconsin Republicans Pursuing 11th-Hour Power Grab

Critics say Wisconsin Republican lawmakers are attacking early voting rights, the Governor's power and the role of the Attorney General.

Vining Declares Victory In State 14th Assembly Seat

Vining, a Democrat, says she earned the victory by tallying slightly more than 100 votes over her Republican opponent, Matt Adamczyk.

2018 Election Results: Status Quo In Wisconsin Congress Races

Seven incumbents held on to their seats, and a newcomer leading in the polls earned the right to succeed his congressional mentor.

2018 Wisconsin Senate Race: Baldwin Wins Re-Election Over Vukmir

Wisconsin voters chose Democrat Tammy Baldwin over Republican Leah Vukmir on Tuesday for U.S. Senate.

Wisconsin Election Results: Marijuana, Baldwin In, Walker Out

Find election results for Wisconsin's midterm races including for the Senate, House, the governor, local referendums, and more.

Wisconsin Senate Race: Baldwin, Vukmir Trade Barbs To The End

The latest Marquette University Law School Poll has the Republican State Representative from Brookfield trailing Baldwin by 11 percent.

Elmbrook Hosting Nov. Election Candidate Forums

Advance registration is required because seating is limited. Here are the forums that will be held this month:

Brookfield Water Utility Warns Of Elevated Radium Levels

The Water Utility reported that it is working with the DNR.

Wisconsin Man Wants To Put Donald Trump Tweet On Billboard

Donald Trump once wrote a negative post about Scott Walker on Twitter. Now a Wisconsin man wants to put it on a billboard.

2 Black Pastors Claim They Were Racially Profiled In Waukesha

Sheriff's officials in Waukesha County deny any racially-motivated actions by their deputies. The pastors say they were racially profiled.

Wisconsin GOP Senate Primary Results 2018: Vukmir Wins

Vukmir can expect a lot of help in the race to defeat incumbent Tammy Baldwin.

Meet Tom Palzewicz, Candidate For Fifth District Congress

Tom Palzewicz is a Democratic candidate for Wisconsin's Fifth Congressional District. He will be on the Tuesday, Aug. 14 primary ballot.

Meet Joshua Parr, 14th Assembly Candidate For Wisconsin

Joshua Parr is running in a crowded field for Wisconsin's 14th Assembly District. He will be on the Tuesday, Aug. 14 primary election ballot

Meet Dr. Jennifer Vipond, Congressional Candidate For Wisconsin

Jennifer Vipond is a candidate for Wisconsin's Fifth Congressional District. The primary election is Tues. Aug. 14.

Vipond to Hold 'Meet the Candidate' Events In Area

This year’s Fifth District congressional race features a new Republican candidate, Jennifer Hoppe Vipond.

Vipond To Challenge Sensenbrenner In GOP Congressional Primary

Jennifer Hoppe Vipond is challenging Rep. Jim Sensenbrenner, who has held Wisconsin's 5th Congressional District seat since 1979.​

Brookfield Unveils Designs For New Conference Center

Officials in Brookfield are set to vote on plans to revitalize an area to the south of Brookfield Square Mall.

Anti-Gun 'Die-In' To Target Wisconsin Congressman

End Gun Violence Waukesha to bring Grim Reaper, speakers and people faking death to Congressman Jim Sensenbrenner's office.

Who's Taxed The Most In Wisconsin? We Have The Answer

Here are Wisconsin's 50 most-taxed counties based on their effective tax rate. They're the ones who are taxed the most by value.

Wisconsin Property Taxes Still Among Highest In U.S.: Report

Wisconsin residents pay some of the highest property taxes in the country. See just how much.

Wisconsin Voters Say 'Yes' To Keeping State Treasurer

Voters in Wisconsin rejected abolishing the State Treasurer position even though most of the Treasurer's duties have been taken away.

Volunteer Tax Sites Offer Free Tax Preparation and Filing

Free tax help is available to individuals with low to moderate income, seniors, members of the military, and people with disabilities.

State Sen. Darling Authors Low-Income 'Gifted And Talented' Bill

State Sen. Alberta Darling released details on a bill that creates education savings accounts for low-income gifted and talented students.

10 Dangerous Chemicals Found in Wisconsin Water: Study

A new report rates Waukesha water as exceeding the most health guidelines. Enter your zip code here to find out what's in your water:

Water Tower Painters Put the 'Sex' in Sussex

It's the same prank that reportedly happened 20 years ago, but what's old is new again in Sus"sex".

WI Towns Graded, From A+ To D-: How Did Your Community Do?

You may be surprised to see what towns are graded, on an A+-to-D- scale, as the best and worst places to live on a Wis. "report card."

City Of Brookfield Recycling Center Announces New Hours

Services are limited to City of Brookfield residents. Waukesha County residents may deposit computers and corrugated cardboard.

Top 5 Articles of the Month in Brookfield Patch

Here are the five stories Brookfield readers read the most in the month of February.

2017 Top 50 Delinquent Taxpayers in Brookfield, Wis.

The top 50 Brookfield residents owed the state a grand total of $7.78 million as of early 2017 - up from $6,27 million as of mid-2016.