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Politics

April 8, 2022Politics

Cavalier Johnson Made History in More Ways Than One

Not only did he become Milwaukee’s first elected Black mayor, but he also won his first term by a margin not seen in at least 122 years.

April 5, 2022History Magazine Politics

Historic Milwaukee: Changing of the Mayoral Guard

Milwaukee has had a propensity to stick with its mayors since well before Tom Barrett. A look at one of those rare passings of the baton from the mid-20th century.

March 25, 2022Politics

Even the Ballot Got Eric Rorholm’s Name Wrong

This isn’t the first time the candidate has faced typos.

March 17, 2022News & Politics Politics

The RNC Has a Choice: Milwaukee or Nashville?

Milwaukee is among the finalists to host the massive event.

February 18, 2022Politics

Who Voted for Whom in the Mayoral Primary?

Primary results show Acting Mayor Cavalier Johnson appealing across racial lines as he and ex-Ald. Bob Donovan advance to general election

January 25, 2022Politics

What to Watch for in the Milwaukee Mayoral Primary

With seven candidates in the race, every percentage point counts, and their previous campaigns may not help predict the outcome of this one.

January 24, 2022Brew City Politics

All 7 Mayoral Candidates Will Attend a Beer Tapping This Weekend

Only in Milwaukee …

December 28, 2021Insider Magazine People Politics

Is Paul Ryan Down and Out? Digging Into His Quiet Three Years Since Congress

If Paul Ryan has any ambition to rehab his image among Republicans and run for office, he sure isn’t showing it.

December 17, 2021Politics

It’s Official: Mayor Barrett Is Confirmed as Ambassador to Luxembourg

The transition to new leadership will happen before the new year.

December 14, 2021Politics

Milwaukee Formally Submits Bid to Host Republican National Convention

Mayor Tom Barrett hopes Milwaukee will land both the Republican and Democratic conventions in 2024.

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