Wisconsin 32nd District Helped Save Evers’ Veto Power in Redistricting Posted on December 6, 2020December 6, 2020 by Everett Eaton Wisconsin’s 32nd district solidified Gov. Tony Evers veto power in state redistricting after an election determined by a margin of less than 600 votes and massive campaign funding. The senate seat was won 48,853 for Brad Pfaff (D) to 48,264 for Dan Kapanke (R) in the initial counting; however, the deadline for certifying the election […]
Changes in Voting Patterns & Increased Turnout Resulted in Wisconsin Going Blue Posted on December 6, 2020December 6, 2020 by Thomas Hoffman Wisconsin has received a lot of attention for being a swing state in presidential elections, and this state has had a significant role in the results of the 2020 election. There were some small differences from 2016 in voting patterns among a few suburban and rural areas of the state that resulted in Wisconsin turning blue this […]
What do Black Milwaukee Voters Want From the 46th President? Posted on December 6, 2020December 6, 2020 by Audrianna Hutchinson MILWAUKEE- As Pennsylvania turns blue, Lachoise Beamon, a 49-year-old Milwaukee office worker, could only feel slightly relieved. The presidential election of 2020 was different for everyone this year, from the increase in absentee ballots to the accusation of fraudulent votes. Some people will say that this year is no different than any other year. To […]
Biden Increases His Lead After Recounts in Milwaukee and Dane Counties Posted on December 6, 2020December 6, 2020 by Tanner Duffney Joe Biden remains the winner of the state of Wisconsin after the recount in Dane and Milwaukee counties. Biden increased his lead over Donald Trump by a small amount in Milwaukee and Dane counties after the recount. On Nov. 18, the Trump campaign asked for a recount of votes in the two Wisconsin counties. The […]
Deer Season During the Pandemic Posted on December 6, 2020December 6, 2020 by Joseph Pethan Another deer gun season has come and gone in the state of Wisconsin, it has come and gone during the guaranteed soon to be historic year of the Covid-19 pandemic. The 2020 Deer Gun season last from November 21 to November 29, which is now currently coinciding at a time when covid-19 is so far […]
Judge Derek Mosley’s Next Case? Taking Us to Food Court Posted on November 30, 2020December 1, 2020 by Jay Stahl On a typical winter Tuesday morning, draped in a black robe and clad with square-framed glasses, Chief Judge Derek Mosley hears hundreds of cases at the Milwaukee County Criminal Justice Facility in downtown Milwaukee. His next big case? Convincing Milwaukeeans to shop locally during the holidays as COVID-19 has forced eateries and stores to close […]
Voices Speak Up About Voting Restrictions Even After The Election Posted on November 24, 2020November 25, 2020 by Elizabeth Charney “The only reason why I’m talking to you today is because they pulled me out of that burning vehicle,” said Ramiah Whiteside. In 1995, Whiteside was sentenced to 47 years in prison after fleeing Milwaukee police and crashing into a bus stop, killing four people. Rather than continuing his sentence in prison, he did 25 […]
Mayfair Mall Shooter in Police Custody Posted on November 22, 2020November 22, 2020 by Mitchell Stewart A 15-year-old male was arrested in connection to the Mayfair Mall shooting that occurred on Nov. 20, according to Wauwatosa Police Chief Barry Weber. “The Wauwatosa Police Department is pleased to announce the arrest of a 15 year old Hispanic male in connection with the shooting at Mayfair Mall,” said Police Chief Barry Weber. The […]
The Reluctant Votes That Helped Decide the 2020 Election Posted on November 22, 2020November 25, 2020 by Derek Johnson “Mainstream politicians, including Biden, represent a disgusting cabal who are only behold to corporations and not people,” said Sam Schrader, a 22-year-old poll worker from Green Bay, Wis. who politically sides with the Party for Socialism and Liberation. “But I had to vote for the most viable candidate who could defeat Trump, so I voted […]
Homicide of Madison Doctor Due to Social Distancing: Complaint Posted on November 21, 2020November 21, 2020 by Grayson Sewell Bail has been set at $1 million for Khari Sanford at his initial court hearing for two alleged counts of homicide of a doctor and her husband, which may have been born out of an unwillingness to social distance. “There’s no other way to put it,” said Dane County Assistant District Attorney William Brown. At […]
Voting for the 2020 Election Changed to Follow COVID-19 Safety Procedures Posted on November 20, 2020November 20, 2020 by Shazdah-Lee Juniel This year, many voters like Karleene Wint are taking a different approach to casting their ballots for the presidential election. On Nov. 3, polls will be open for all registered voters for the 2020 presidential election. However, this year’s election will be done a little differently due to raising coronavirus (COVID-19) cases, the CDC is […]
Milwaukee Common Council Voted Unanimously to Create an Unarmed First Responder Program Posted on November 19, 2020July 26, 2024 by Everett Eaton The Milwaukee Common Council voted to adopt an unarmed first responder program in lieu of police presence for issues that do not traditionally require force, but the program is not close to being rolled out. Alderwoman Chantia Lewis authored the legislation and was co-sponsored by Alderman Nik Kovak and Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs. It is […]