'He charged taxpayers:' Liberal group demands criminal investigation into Gov. Walker's use of state plane
MADISON -- Officials with the liberal group One Wisconsin Now say they have proof of allegations of misuse and abuse of taxpayer resources against Governor Scott Walker.
MADISON -- Officials with the liberal group One Wisconsin Now say they have proof of allegations of misuse and abuse of taxpayer resources against Governor Scott Walker.
Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel abandons quest for third term
CHICAGO — Rahm Emanuel, whose tumultuous tenure as Chicago mayor included an infamous police shooting and a surge in violent crime, said in a surprise announcement Tuesday that he would abandon his plan to seek a third term next year but gave no reason for the sudden change of heart.Emanuel also led the effort to conduct the largest mass closing of neighborhood schools in American history and is credited with helping to stabilize the city's finances through politically unpopular increases in taxes and fees.The 58-year-old former White House chief of staff known for his pugnacious political style said only that he and his wife "look forward to writing that next chapter in our journey together.""This has been the job of a lifetime, but it is not a job for a lifetime," the mayor said, reading prepared remarks at a news conference where he was joined at the podium by his wife.
CHICAGO — Rahm Emanuel, whose tumultuous tenure as Chicago mayor included an infamous police shooting and a surge in violent crime, said in a surprise announcement Tuesday that he would abandon his plan to seek a third term next year but gave no reason for the sudden change of heart.Emanuel also led the effort to conduct the largest mass closing of neighborhood schools in American history and is credited with helping to stabilize the city's finances through politically unpopular increases in taxes and fees.The 58-year-old former White House chief of staff known for his pugnacious political style said only that he and his wife "look forward to writing that next chapter in our journey together.""This has been the job of a lifetime, but it is not a job for a lifetime," the mayor said, reading prepared remarks at a news conference where he was joined at the podium by his wife.
Gov. Walker touts plan to expand apprenticeships; connect high school students with employers
MADISON — On the first day of school for many students in Wisconsin, Gov.
MADISON — On the first day of school for many students in Wisconsin, Gov.
Report: Giannis Antetokounmpo speaks about arrest of teammate Sterling Brown
MILWAUKEE -- Giannis Antetokounmpo said in an interview with CBS News that he is always going to have Sterling Brown's back in reaction to Brown's arrest by Milwaukee police in January.Brown was arrested after he double parked in a handicapped parking spot outside Walgreens near 27th and National.
MILWAUKEE -- Giannis Antetokounmpo said in an interview with CBS News that he is always going to have Sterling Brown's back in reaction to Brown's arrest by Milwaukee police in January.Brown was arrested after he double parked in a handicapped parking spot outside Walgreens near 27th and National.
'It's heartbreaking:' Gov. Walker tours storm damage in Fond du Lac County where 8 tornadoes hit
FOND DU LAC COUNTY -- Gov.
FOND DU LAC COUNTY -- Gov.
Aaron Rodgers, Green Bay Packers agree to 4-year extension worth $33.5M
GREEN BAY -- Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers have agreed to terms on a four-year extension worth $33.5 million plus incentives.
GREEN BAY -- Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers have agreed to terms on a four-year extension worth $33.5 million plus incentives.
Gov. Walker declares statewide state of emergency due to 'tremendous impact' of severe storms
MADISON -- Governor Scott Walker on Wednesday, Aug. 29 declared a statewide state of emergency in Wisconsin due to the ongoing statewide weather pattern, which has led to severe storms, heavy downpours, flooding and tornadoes.“After the latest round of continuing storms and their tremendous impact in Wisconsin, we have declared a statewide State of Emergency.
MADISON -- Governor Scott Walker on Wednesday, Aug. 29 declared a statewide state of emergency in Wisconsin due to the ongoing statewide weather pattern, which has led to severe storms, heavy downpours, flooding and tornadoes.“After the latest round of continuing storms and their tremendous impact in Wisconsin, we have declared a statewide State of Emergency.
MILWAUKEE -- Gov.
County executive, Milwaukee County Board set 5 September open houses to discuss 2019 budget
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele and the Milwaukee County Board have set five open houses in September to discuss the 2019 Milwaukee County Budget.According to a news release from county officials, the dates and locations are as follows, as county leaders work to close the budget gap, initially estimated at $23.5 million:
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele and the Milwaukee County Board have set five open houses in September to discuss the 2019 Milwaukee County Budget.According to a news release from county officials, the dates and locations are as follows, as county leaders work to close the budget gap, initially estimated at $23.5 million:
VP Mike Pence to visit Milwaukee Thursday for event with GOP US Senate candidate Leah Vukmir
MILWAUKEE -- Vice President Mike Pence will be in Milwaukee on Thursday, Aug. 30 to campaign for Leah Vukmir, Republican candidate for U.S. Senate.The remarks in Milwaukee are set to begin at 5 p.m.Before that, VP Pence will be in Minneapolis, where he will offer keynote remarks at the American Legion's 100th National Convention, and then take part in a Minnesota Republican Party Unity event.VP Pence will return to Washington, D.C. after the Milwaukee event.A spokesman for the Democratic Party of Wisconsin issued this statement in response to VP Pence's planned visit:"Vice President Mike Pence is helping Leah Vukmir raise money because she'd be the deciding vote in the U.S. Senate to repeal the Affordable Care Act, and replace it with a corporate special interest-approved plan that would gut protections for people with pre-existing conditions, take health care away from millions of Americans, and let predatory insurance companies charge older people more."
MILWAUKEE -- Vice President Mike Pence will be in Milwaukee on Thursday, Aug. 30 to campaign for Leah Vukmir, Republican candidate for U.S. Senate.The remarks in Milwaukee are set to begin at 5 p.m.Before that, VP Pence will be in Minneapolis, where he will offer keynote remarks at the American Legion's 100th National Convention, and then take part in a Minnesota Republican Party Unity event.VP Pence will return to Washington, D.C. after the Milwaukee event.A spokesman for the Democratic Party of Wisconsin issued this statement in response to VP Pence's planned visit:"Vice President Mike Pence is helping Leah Vukmir raise money because she'd be the deciding vote in the U.S. Senate to repeal the Affordable Care Act, and replace it with a corporate special interest-approved plan that would gut protections for people with pre-existing conditions, take health care away from millions of Americans, and let predatory insurance companies charge older people more."
Walker, Evers spar over cost of Wisconsin health insurance
MADISON — Gov.
MADISON — Gov.
US and Mexico near deal that would set path for NAFTA revamp
WASHINGTON — U.S. and Mexican negotiators were preparing Monday to announce a deal that would set the stage for an overhaul of the North American Free Trade Agreement.The White House said it planned an announcement on trade later Monday morning.U.S. Trade Rep.
WASHINGTON — U.S. and Mexican negotiators were preparing Monday to announce a deal that would set the stage for an overhaul of the North American Free Trade Agreement.The White House said it planned an announcement on trade later Monday morning.U.S. Trade Rep.
Busy weekend for candidates in race for Wisconsin governor
FRANKLIN -- No time off ahead of the November election, both candidates for governor worked the weekend events around the state on Saturday, Aug. 25.Calling this election cycle his toughest one yet, Governor Scott Walker told a crowd of supporters in Franklin, he needs their help if he's going to win a third term in November."I've said for a year now, so it's not anything new, I've talked about how because of national politics, it was going to be difficult for any Republican.
FRANKLIN -- No time off ahead of the November election, both candidates for governor worked the weekend events around the state on Saturday, Aug. 25.Calling this election cycle his toughest one yet, Governor Scott Walker told a crowd of supporters in Franklin, he needs their help if he's going to win a third term in November."I've said for a year now, so it's not anything new, I've talked about how because of national politics, it was going to be difficult for any Republican.
Ex-Trump World Tower doorman releases 'catch-and-kill' contract about alleged Pres. Trump affair
A former Trump World Tower doorman who says he has knowledge of an alleged affair President Donald Trump had with an ex-housekeeper, which resulted in a child, is now able to talk about a contract he entered with American Media Inc.
A former Trump World Tower doorman who says he has knowledge of an alleged affair President Donald Trump had with an ex-housekeeper, which resulted in a child, is now able to talk about a contract he entered with American Media Inc.
President Trump again criticizes NFL, networks over anthem
COLUMBUS, Ohio — President Donald Trump again criticized the NFL and its broadcast partners concerning the national anthem.In a speech Friday, President Trump specifically went after the league, CBS and ESPN.
COLUMBUS, Ohio — President Donald Trump again criticized the NFL and its broadcast partners concerning the national anthem.In a speech Friday, President Trump specifically went after the league, CBS and ESPN.
MADISON — Gov.