Homeless people who’ve tested positive for Covid-19 are living on the streets in La Crosse with nowhere else to go, a health official has warned.
Category: Politics
Skeptical of Fox, Wary of the GOP: Meet La Crosse’s Trump Fans
Trump supporters who lined State Road 16 on Sunday had soured on Fox News and were firm in their belief in widespread election fraud, despite a lack of evidence.
Hmong-Lao Veterans Still Waiting for Recognition
Local officials have made symbolic gestures to recognize Hmong-Lao veterans. But decades after the Vietnam War, those veterans still can’t access benefits others receive.
Wisconsin Elections Price Tag: $88.7 Million
Wisconsin was awash with glossy campaign mailers and commercials this year. But did the vast sums spent on election campaigns actually have an impact?
Election Fraud? Not Around Here Say Local GOP Officials
It might happen in “big cities” says city council member Doug Happel but not in La Crosse. In Vernon County, GOP officials also say they’ve seen no evidence of any fraud.
Elmikashfi: Reimagine What’s Possible
While many were celebrating Joe Biden’s win in La Crosse, Nada Elmikashfi criticized Democrats from the left, urging them to push beyond incrementalism.
Zietlow, Weber Pump $114,500 into GOP Election Coffers
Kwik Trip CEO Zietlow and LHI founder Weber are steering clear of Donald Trump but have been making large donations to state Republican Parties in the final weeks of the election campaign.
No Babysitter, No Problem: Should We Offer Free Child Care at City Meetings?
Cities across the U.S. are starting to offer free child care at public meetings. Supporters in La Crosse say it could be a way to increase participation, particularly among those whose voices are often sidelined.
Making Fare-Free Buses in La Crosse Permanent
The city has waived fares for La Crosse buses until the end of the year due to Covid-19. Why not make the change permanent?
Volunteers Sought to Ensure Voter Safety on Election Day
Activist organizations are looking for volunteers to help ensure voters can cast their ballots safely and free from intimidation on election day in La Crosse.