Arts & Entertainment
State 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 Wenzel
Bill 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
Wisconsin Senator Chris Larson speaks
The freshman senator has no regrets. Calling from somewhere in Illinois, Larson shared strategy, possible compromises and a constituent's care package with TCD.
Feb 24th, 2011 by Patti Wenzel
pass the bill or the layoffs will begin
In his "fireside chat," Walker urged Democratic Senators to return to Madison and vote, or 1,500 state workers could receive pink slips next week.
Feb 22nd, 2011 by Jon Anne Willow
What’s in the bill?
Madison has been under siege for a week over the proposed weakening of employee unions. But what's in that bill that we're not talking about?
Feb 21st, 2011 by Patti Wenzel
Unions and Tea Party march on the Capitol Saturday
Lawmakers head home for the weekend, but protesters and supporters continue to make their voices heard.
Feb 19th, 2011 by Patti Wenzel
Wisconsin Assembly GOP calls session early to block debate
Democrats told of 5:00 start: GOP calls order at 4:55 and tries to rush vote. Majority Leader Fitzgerald: "I didn't think you would come."
Feb 18th, 2011 by Patti Wenzel
100 Years of Reagan
Before we get all nostalgic over the Gipper's 100th birth anniversary, let us not forget that the Father of Modern Conservatism was not Saint Ronny.
Feb 16th, 2011 by Will Durst
And the winners are…
Space cadets, potty mouths and proposals: your online dating stories were full of surprises. Readers voted for their favorites, and the results are in!
Feb 14th, 2011 by Third Coast Daily
Something old, something new…
On Valentine's Day, Urban Outfitters launches "Bhldn," a whimsical new line of bridal wear. Take a moment for the little girl inside of you to squeal with joy.
Feb 12th, 2011 by Emily Thungkaew
Your best and worst online dating stories
1 in 5 married couples meet online, but not all e-dates are moonlight and roses. Readers share their best, worst and most hilarious forays into online dating.
Feb 11th, 2011 by Third Coast Daily
The right to die is “a difficult subject”
It's a complex issue, but undeniably important to talk about. This week, I've invited Dr. Bruce Wilson to join me in starting the conversation.
Feb 10th, 2011 by Mark Metcalf
