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How Republicans Became Anti-Train
The politics of resentment replaced business-oriented development, as Tommy Thompson would learn. Part 8 of series.
Nov 15th, 2019 by Bridgit Bowden and Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public RadioWhy Milwaukee Needs a New Deal
Government can work better. And cities like Milwaukee will benefit. Excerpt from a new book.
Nov 15th, 2019 by David RiemerAnother New Owner for Journal Sentinel
Gannett merges with GateHouse, more staff cuts for Milwaukee newspaper likely.
Nov 15th, 2019 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin ExaminerGrothman Backs Bill on Payday Lenders
Wisconsin congressman says lenders' business model based on ‘ripping off’ customers.
Nov 15th, 2019 by Rob MentzerHealth Outcomes for City Children ‘Abysmal’
Policy experts say health care in the city and state remains a crucial issue.
Nov 15th, 2019 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public RadioHealth Department Probe a State Matter
Criminal investigation taken over by Department of Justice, city officials say.
Nov 14th, 2019 by Jeramey JanneneHumboldt Gardens Proposal Is Dead
Developers decide turning 1890 building on Humboldt and North into condos is too costly.
Nov 14th, 2019 by Jeramey JanneneMcCarthy Appeals on Bucks Player’s Project
Wants Common Council to overrule HPC ruling that 1860s house can be razed.
Nov 14th, 2019 by Jeramey JanneneEvers Should Get Religion on Open Records
Recent statements and foot dragging by governor’s staff raise questions about transparency.
Nov 14th, 2019 by Bill Lueders, Wisconsin ExaminerCity Fighting Illegal Dumping
New DNS program makes it easier for citizens to report problems, results in 16 citations.
Nov 14th, 2019 by Jeramey JanneneShould Summerfest Pay Higher Rent?
Harbor House pays at least 7 times more than Summerfest per acre of lakefront land.
Nov 14th, 2019 by Bruce MurphyDuffy Will Lobby for Financial Industry
BRG Group “thrilled” to hire former congressman, "a star" in state politics.
Nov 14th, 2019 by Ruth Conniff, Wisconsin Examiner