Gwen Moore Wins Reelection to House Seat
Moore, Wisconsin's longest-serving House member, defeated Republican Tim Rogers and independent Arthur Burks in the November 3 election.
Milwaukee Politics News
Across Milwaukee, coverage here takes in elections, legislative decisions, government policy and civic proceedings. Reporting encompasses the city council and the administration of the municipal government.
Elections
Poll Workers Honor Beloved Colleague Doris Thrasher
Former election colleagues gathered in Milwaukee to remember Doris Marie Thrasher, who died in September after a short battle with cancer.
City Hall
Live Poll
Do you believe sustainability certifications make your city a more attractive place to live?
Milwaukee Earns LEED Gold Sustainability Certification
The city receives national recognition from the U.S. Green Building Council for its environmental standards.
Civic Engagement
Live Poll
Does observing election equipment testing make you more confident in your local voting process?
Ginsberg, Bauer to Observe Milwaukee Election Equipment Testing
Legal experts will monitor local election hardware testing alongside Wisconsin community members this Thursday.
Military
Milwaukee Veteran Will Travel to Washington D.C.
Local Marine Nick Bokas will visit the nation's capital on October 10, 2026, for an Honor Flight trip.
Law
Live Poll
Should your city charge the local school district for legal services it provides?
Milwaukee Considered Billing Schools for Legal Services
Common Council members proposed that the school district cover the costs of city-provided legal support.
More in Politics
Reporting here centers on election results, the passage of local ordinances, public opinion shifts and the actions of governing bodies. Coverage takes in the city and the communities around it. Zoning debates and budget adjustments remain constant elements of the political landscape, influencing growth and public services. Regulatory shifts often follow changing city priorities or fiscal requirements that emerge during the fiscal year.