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Yesterday’s Milwaukee: The Great Storm of 1871
Yesterday’s Milwaukee

The Great Storm of 1871

The city got buried in snow in 1871 and a well-known photographer was there to record it.

Does White Privilege Exist?

Does White Privilege Exist?

A white police officer’s split-second decision to trust me raises questions.

House Confidential: TV Star Dustin Diamond’s Cozy Cape Cod
House Confidential

TV Star Dustin Diamond’s Cozy Cape Cod

Star of "Saved By the Bell" is charged with stabbing a man and could face years in prison. But Diamond does have a comfy abode in Port Washington to await his trial.

Why I Was Arrested

Why I Was Arrested

As police stake out an expected protest, a reporter gets arrested. Was the arrest justified?

Ruling Could Pollute Drinking Water State-Wide

Ruling Could Pollute Drinking Water State-Wide

EPA opens door to reuse of coal ash, despite evidence it's contaminating wells in Wisconsin.

The State of Politics: Top Ten Stories of the Year
The State of Politics

Top Ten Stories of the Year

Which had the most impact on Wisconsin? The envelope, please.

Architects Develop Plans for Near South Side

Architects Develop Plans for Near South Side

Charette creates architectural plans for underdeveloped parts of Clarke Square and Silver City neighborhoods.

Revamped Park Will Upgrade North Side

Revamped Park Will Upgrade North Side

Improvements in Moody Park will improve quality of life in Amani neighborhood.

Yesterday’s Milwaukee: Courthouse Square Fountain, Late 1880s
Yesterday’s Milwaukee

Courthouse Square Fountain, Late 1880s

Created by Casper Hennecke, it became the subject of a popular Milwaukee postcard.

Murphy’s Law: Scott Walker, Master of Deception
Murphy’s Law

Scott Walker, Master of Deception

Whenever the governor insists a policy is “not a priority,” you can probably assume the contrary.

Twas A Night In Wisconsin

Twas A Night In Wisconsin

Tis the season for a wry, poetic reflection on Wisconsin politics.

Back in the News: Chisholm Decision Triggers Controversy
Back in the News

Chisholm Decision Triggers Controversy

DA decides not to charge officer who killed mentally ill man, leaving community divided over issue.