WI absentee ballot drop boxes; election officials OK best practices

The bipartisan Wisconsin Elections Commission unanimously approved a set of best practices to ensure the security of unstaffed absentee ballot drop boxes.

RNC Milwaukee 2024; after-hours parties concern neighbors

Neighbors in a Milwaukee neighborhood say they feel blindsided about Republican National Convention-themed after-parties planned in their neighborhood during the convention.

RNC 2024: Waukesha County Airport braces for more private jets

Flight restrictions and extra security during the Republican National Convention (RNC) opened a unique opportunity for a smaller airport.

RNC Milwaukee: 'Background radiation' flyovers conducted downtown

A helicopter was flown low over downtown Milwaukee on Tuesday, July 9. Now, officials have confirmed it has to do with security and safety for the RNC.

What Project 2025 could mean for Social Security

Project 2025 continues to draw interest from conservatives and liberals alike. Here’s what it says, and doesn’t say, about Social Security benefits.

Robin Vos recall: Wisconsin judge rejects attempt to revive effort

A judge rejected an attempt to revive the recall effort targeting Wisconsin Assembly Speaker Robin Vos on Tuesday, July 9.

George Clooney, prominent Dem supporter, calls for Biden to withdraw

George Clooney wrote a lengthy opinion for the New York Times calling for President Biden to “save democracy again" by withdrawing from the race.

Nancy Pelosi on Biden’s campaign: ‘It’s up to him’ and ‘time is running short’

Nancy Pelosi has been widely watched for signals of how top Democrats are thinking about President Biden’s candidacy, and her comments suggest the party still has questions.

RNC 2024: Milwaukee County Courthouse complex adjusts operations

If you need to do any business at the Milwaukee County Courthouse complex, beware. That is because the Republican National Convention and the security perimeters will affect a lot of daily life.

RNC Milwaukee 2024; restaurant food delivery, preparation

From full refrigerators to bottles of booze limiting shelf space, many bars and restaurants near the epicenter of the Republican National Convention are preparing for the likelihood of large crowds.

RNC Milwaukee 2024; businesses prep for boom or bust

Businesses have been planning for the Republican National Convention for months, with many closing for private events.

What does Project 2025 say about veterans benefits?

Project 2025, a conservative playbook outlining policy proposals and personnel picks for a possible second Trump presidency, includes plans for changes at the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Elections officials discuss ballot drop boxes
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Wisconsin elections officials on Tuesday met to discuss an absentee ballot drop box ruling and how to use them in the battleground state.

Judge: Groups can't march in RNC security zone
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A federal judge ruled Monday that protesters can't march through a security zone at the Republican National Convention.

Wisconsin absentee ballot drop box rules; elections officials to discuss

Wisconsin elections officials will meet to discuss how to implement a state Supreme Court ruling that allowed for unstaffed absentee ballot drop boxes to be used in the presidential battleground, the state elections administrator said Tuesday.

Abortion access gains support: More Americans opposing federal ban, poll shows

A recent poll from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research reveals that around 60% of Americans believe their state should generally allow legal abortions for any reason, a notable increase since June 2021.