MADISON (WORT) — Thursday afternoon, Republicans on the Joint Finance Committee introduced Motion 999. This 24-page document includes a series of last-minute changes to the state budget, including multiple non-fiscal items.
Walker Thrills Crowds in Oklahoma
MADISON (WORT) — While lawmakers work on a difficult state budget, Wisconsin Governor Scott wooed GOP primary voters at the Southern Republican Leadership Conference. Bekah Wilce reports.
GOP Lawmakers Tell DNR to Ignore Dane County
MADISON (WORT) — The Wisconsin legislature’s Joint Finance Committee voted this week to strip Dane County of its ability to advise the Department of Natural Resources on water quality management within the county. Bekah Wilce has the story.
Madison Schools Referendum on April 7th Ballot
MADISON (WORT) — When Madisonians go to vote on April 7th, a week from Tuesday, they’ll see two referenda on their ballots. The first concerns how the State Supreme Court’s Chief Justice is chosen. The second is a referendum on school facilities.
What to expect from the WI Legislature in 2015
MADISON (WORT) — The Wisconsin State Legislature is back in session with even stronger Republican majorities in both chambers. WisPolitics editor JR Ross described the political lay of the land to Bekah Wilce.
Dane County Expected to Reject Marijuana Raid Money
MADISON (WORT) — The Dane County Board is likely to refuse $5,000 in funds to eradicate marijuana grow operations. Bekah Wilce reports.