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Why Does GOP Want To Raise My Taxes?
And why do I get nothing back in return but a bigger federal deficit?
Nov 15th, 2017 by Bruce ThompsonLaw Prof Calls for Sentencing Reform
75 million adults have criminal records, lose many rights, disqualified from jobs.
Nov 15th, 2017 by Margo KirchnerHouse Tax Plan Punishes Working Families
They lose child tax credit for 23 million children, including 159,000 in Wisconsin.
Nov 15th, 2017 by Jon PeacockCity’s Anti-Violence Effort Stalls
Office of Violence Prevention’s plan was due in June. Donovan, others criticize delay.
Nov 15th, 2017 by Jabril Faraj, Milwaukee Neighborhood News ServiceHistoric Preservation in Peril
Job-creating historic preservation tax credits face cuts again, this time from Congress.
Nov 15th, 2017 by Jeramey JanneneAffordable Housing in Every Major Project?
Proposal would require it for any project with 20 or more units. Will developers oppose it?
Nov 14th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene‘Annie’ at Skylight Music Theatre Opens Friday, November 17!
Don’t miss this heartwarming, family-favorite Broadway musical with a beloved score, featuring the unforgettable hit song, “Tomorrow.” Hurry! Shows are selling out!
Nov 14th, 2017 by Skylight Music TheatreHow Hispanics Are Changing Milwaukee
Head of UCC says fastest growing demographic group will help shape Milwaukee’s future.
Nov 14th, 2017 by Dave FidlinVukmir Bill Will Cause Prison Bed Shortage
State prisons already overcrowded; bill would add 1,800 inmates, cost $57 million per year.
Nov 14th, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt300,000 State Residents Would See Tax Hike
U.S. Senate tax plan gives huge gains to wealthy, hikes taxes on 1 in 11 people.
Nov 14th, 2017 by Tamarine CorneliusBrad Schimel’s Opioid Problem
Attorney General has been reluctant to pursue opioid manufacturers. Why?
Nov 14th, 2017 by Bruce MurphyFederal Grant Funds Anti-Violence Programs
City won $5 million grant, subcontracts with seven groups on anti-violence programs.
Nov 14th, 2017 by Andrea Waxman, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service