Meet The Candidates In The Milwaukee 2022 Mayoral Election

The election on April 5 will decide Milwaukee's next mayor. Here's information about the candidates and voting.

Candidate Profile: Kevin Nicholson For Wisconsin Governor

Nicholson told Patch why he should be elected governor of Wisconsin. The primary election is on August 9.

Spring Election Milwaukee: Where To Vote, Send Absentee Ballots

Voters can return absentee ballots in the mail, their clerk's office or at their local polling station. Polls open April 5.

Attacking A Health Care Worker A Felony In WI: Evers Signs Bill

The COVID-19 pandemic underscored the importance of healthcare workers, and they deserve to be safe while working, the governor said.

Candidate Profile: Adam Fischer For Wisconsin Governor

Adam Fischer told Patch why he should be elected governor of Wisconsin. The primary election is on August 5.

Candidate Profile: Rebecca Kleefisch For Wisconsin Governor

The former lieutenant governor told Patch why she should be elected governor of Wisconsin. The primary election is on August 5.

Daylight Saving Time Could Become Permanent In WI: What To Know

Year-round Daylight Saving Time, sometimes called daylight savings time, made it through the U.S. Senate on Tuesday.

WI Senator Suggests Moms On Assistance Staff Child Care Centers

The suggestion, which would be prohibited by state law, drew criticism from Democrats in Wisconsin.

$1.5 Trillion Spending Package To WI Abuse Survivors, Ukraine Aid

Part of the spending bill will include $6 million for extended school breakfast grants, a Milwaukee congresswoman said.

WI Politicians Push To Ditch Russian Oil Amid Round Of Sanctions

While the U.S. and its allies isolate Russia, Wisconsin lawmakers push for energy solutions as an alternative to Russian oil.

Milwaukee Attorney Fired After Comment On Russian TV

Jennifer DeMaster was fired from the city attorney's office for being a "poor fit." Earlier, she made statements on Russian television.

Attacking, Threatening Health Care Workers A Felony: WI Bill

Threats and violence against health care workers increased at a “concerning” rate in the past decade, the state hospital association said.

Putin 'Responsible For Tragedies' In Ukraine: WI Politician

Some Wisconsin politicians criticized the president and called for the U.S. to support Ukraine amid a Russian invasion.

Proposal To Make Tobacco Sale Age 21 In Wisconsin Passes Assembly

Federal law makes it illegal for retailers to sell tobacco products like cigarettes and vapes to people under the age of 21.

Wisconsin Graded 'C-' For Gun Safety Laws: Giffords Law Center

Wisconsin got a C- ranking for gun safety laws as climbing homicide numbers drove an increase of state gun deaths, the law center said.

Milwaukee Favorite In RNC 2024 Picks: Report

Milwaukee was called the "frontrunner" among cities considered by the Republican Party for its 2024 convention.

Wisconsin Elections Commission Pulls Guidance For Ballot Boxes

The commission made a vote following an order from the Wisconsin Supreme Court, the commission chair said.

Johnson, Donovan Proceed To General Election In MKE Mayoral Race

Cavalier Johnson celebrated his unofficial win: "Folks, we did it."

'Immunity' Bill To Dodge Vaccine Requirements Passes State Senate

One legislator wouldn't have been infected with COVID-19 twice if they had been vaccinated, one state senator said in a hearing.

Milwaukee 2022 Spring Primary: Where To Vote, How To Register

Polls close at 8 p.m. for the 2022 spring primary in Milwaukee.

'Texas-Style' 6-Week Abortion Ban Passes Wisconsin Committee

Abortions after six weeks, before most people know they are pregnant, would be banned under a WI bill, abortion rights supporters said.

End Of Drop Boxes In WI? High Court Sustains Ruling To Ban Boxes

Absentee drop boxes would be banned in Wisconsin if the state Supreme Court allows a lesser court's decision to ban them.

Retirement Account For Every Child Born In WI: Proposal

The state would put $25 into a retirement account the day a child was born or adopted in Wisconsin under a bipartisan proposal.

WI Rep. Files Paperwork For Governor's Race, Pulls Campaign Site

Wisconsin Rep. Timothy Ramthun promised a "full forensic physical cyber audit" of the 2022 election, regardless of the outcome.

Candidate Profile: Michael Sampson For Milwaukee Mayor

Sampson told Patch why he should be elected Mayor of the City of Milwaukee. The 2022 spring primary is Feb. 15.

Candidate Profile: Earnell Lucas For Milwaukee Mayor

Lucas told Patch why he should be elected Mayor of the City of Milwaukee. Primary polls open Feb. 15.

Candidate Profile: Cavalier Johnson For Milwaukee Mayor

Johnson told Patch why he should be elected Mayor of the City of Milwaukee. A primary vote will be held Feb. 15.

The Patch Voter's Guide For The 2022 Milwaukee Mayoral Election

Seven candidates are running for Milwaukee mayor in the Feb. 15 election. Here's what you need to know about polling sites and voting hours.

WI 'Critical Race Theory' Bill Stifling Anti-Racism Talk Vetoed

Gov. Tony Evers said he objected to rules restricting schools from talking about historical topics like the Civil War and civil rights.

Destroying Vaccines Now A Felony In Wisconsin

Destroying vaccines or therapeutic drugs will be punished with up to three and a half years of prison time.

WI Supreme Court Denies Kleefisch's Absentee Ballot Box Challenge

The gubernatorial candidate said the challenge toward the state election commission was "to be continued."

Memo Shows Wisconsin Lawyer Knew About Trump Elector Plot: Report

The memo shared to a Wisconsin lawyer set a plan in motion to overturn the 2020 U.S. election in favor of Donald Trump.

WI Republican Proposal Would Break Up Milwaukee Public Schools

A lawmaker said overhauling the K-12 system would be an opportunity, while the state superintendent said it wouldn't help public schools.

WI Governor Proposes $150 Checks To Residents From State Surplus

Gov. Tony Evers' plan to send a $150 check to every Wisconsinite will have to pass the Republican-controlled Legislature.

Republican Kevin Nicholson Announces Run For Wisconsin Governor

Nicholson, who has clashed with other Wisconsin Republicans, said another candidate was "dumb as a bag of hammers."

'Critical Race Theory' Bill Passed To WI Gov. Tony Evers

The Republican-backed bill to limit how teachers talk about race and sex in the classroom will go to Democratic Gov. Tony Evers' desk.

Milwaukee, WI received ‘D’ grade for fiscal health

New report released by Truth in Accounting

Voting Drop Boxes Brought Back For WI's February Primary

An appeals court blocked an order to ban absentee ballot boxes in Wisconsin, allowing voters to use them in the 2022 spring primary.

Harsher Penalties For Marijuana Extraction Under WI Bill

Prison time could increase for people with any amount of marijuana if they use butane extraction, under a proposed Wisconsin bill.

Wisconsin Debates Televised In Milwaukee: Where To Watch

Three high-profile Wisconsin 2022 political debates will be held in Milwaukee and televised statewide.