Arts & Entertainment
Wisconsin 14 return; will march to Capitol Saturday
Senate Democrats are happy to be home, but know the budget battle has just begun
Mar 11th, 2011 by Jon Anne WillowMadison ignites as GOP strips collective bargaining rights
GOP Senators hastily pass a bill that strips union rights but doesn't address the budget. Unions call for a general strike as the idea of compromise recedes.
Mar 9th, 2011 by Patti WenzelA possible compromise in Madison?
Assembly and Senate Democrats offer an alternative budget repair bill that keeps increased employee contributions but protects bargaining.
Mar 9th, 2011 by Patti WenzelWalker slipping in polls; split opinions on budget
Gov. Scott Walker's proposals aren't sitting well with voters and both sides lend their opinions to his budget solutions.
Mar 7th, 2011 by Patti WenzelLookin’ good, young Hollywood
While red carpet veterans seemed to fade into the background at this year's Oscars, up-and-comers stole the show with a return to old Hollywood glamor.
Mar 5th, 2011 by Annie VihtelicWalker blames a few “radical” Dems for upcoming layoffs
Walker vows pink slips Friday. But will those come from the over 8,000 jobs slated for elimination in his upcoming budget?
Mar 3rd, 2011 by Jon Anne WillowWisconsin 14 face contempt of senate charges
Wisconsin Senate Republicans go for a nuclear option to bring back the 14 wayward Democrats. Will this work?
Mar 3rd, 2011 by Patti WenzelWalker’s budget makes deep cuts
Scott Walker describes his budget "as a return to frugality" which will lead to economic freedom for millions of Wisconsin residents. Or will it?
Mar 2nd, 2011 by Patti WenzelArt and Absinthe
Great Lakes Distillery pays homage to the Green Fairy and the bohemian art of La Belle Epoque with a poster contest for their Amerique 1912 absinthe.
Mar 1st, 2011 by Tea KrulosGov. Walker holds to his message, almost
During appearances on national television and the local Sunday Insight, Walker stays consistent, defending the budget bill and telling the Wisconsin 14 to come home.
Feb 28th, 2011 by Patti WenzelState budget fires rage across the Midwest
Protesters spread out across the upper Midwest against proposed budget cuts, union concessions, tuition increases and right to work laws.
Feb 25th, 2011 by Patti WenzelBill passes Assembly amid chaos; Wisconsin 14 will not return
In a lightning-fast vote early Friday, AB 11 passes 51-17, with 4 Republicans voting against. In Illinois, the senators are staying put.
Feb 25th, 2011 by Patti Wenzel