News & Views
MPS reacts to community violence in schools and streets
Superintendent Gregory Thornton is voicing his concern over a grim statistic: four children dead in seven weeks. MPS holds a meeting in response to the violence.
Feb 29th, 2012 by Patti Wenzel
Is Gov. Walker a drag on conservative candidates?
Two of Gov. Walker's judicial appointees don't top the primary ballots. Is the controversial governor to blame or is it the myth of infallible incumbency?
Feb 28th, 2012 by Patti Wenzel
Milwaukee’s assembly reps disagree on proposed “Boot Bill”
Democratic assembly reps Young and Krusick are at odds over the proposed "Boot Bill," which would allow cities to boot vehicles for parking violations.
Feb 27th, 2012 by Candace Romano
Fighting for equality in Milwaukee
In honor of Black History Month, TCD looks at some of the events that have shaped Wisconsin, including an in depth look at the Eagles Club protests in 1966.
Feb 24th, 2012 by Holly Nearman
TCD’s week in review (2/24/12)
Ryan Braun wins his appeal, Russ Feingold makes the rounds, and the Koch brothers are back in the news. TCD's look at the week that was.
Feb 24th, 2012 by Dan Shafer
Falk details plans for collective bargaining, tech colleges
Democratic candidate for governor Kathleen Falk discussed plans to restore collective bargaining and fund technical colleges at the Wisconsin Club in Milwaukee.
Feb 22nd, 2012 by Candace Romano
Tammy Baldwin talks economy, health care in Milwaukee visit
In her visit to the Milwaukee Press Club, the only Democratic candidate vying for Sen. Herb Kohl's seat discussed fighting for the middle class.
Feb 22nd, 2012 by Patti Wenzel
The 2012 Political Animal Awards
With awards season in full swing, it's time to add one more to the seemingly endless list, Will Durst's Political Animal Awards.
Feb 22nd, 2012 by Will Durst
New state senate bill brings dispute over renters’ rights
Senate Bill 466 aims to modernize landlord-tenant laws, but opponents say it favors landlords over tenants and diminishes renters' rights.
Feb 21st, 2012 by Candace Romano
Vacant seats attract candidates for county’s 15th and 18th districts
As long-time supervisors Lynn DeBruin and Johnny Thomas depart, new blood is ready to take a seat at the Milwaukee County Board
Feb 20th, 2012 by Patti Wenzel
Pelosi to stump for Moore, and Common Council fundraising
Minority leader Nancy Pelosi will campaign in Milwaukee for Rep. Gwen Moore, and Michael Horne breaks down Common Council candidates' pocketbooks.
Feb 17th, 2012 by Michael Horne
President Obama stresses “Made in America” during Milwaukee visit
At the Master Lock plant in Milwaukee, President Obama promotes the company's efforts to "insource" jobs and urges Congress to reform the tax code.
Feb 15th, 2012 by Dan Shafer
