Murphy’s Law

Murphy’s Law: Will Bill Privatize Water Utilities?
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Will Bill Privatize Water Utilities?

Proposed law opens door to companies like Aqua America running local water utilities.

Murphy’s Law: The Myth of Democratic Gerrymandering
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The Myth of Democratic Gerrymandering

They all did it in Wisconsin, Republicans declare. Just ask Christian Schneider.

Murphy’s Law: The Lonely Journey of Mark Borkowski
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The Lonely Journey of Mark Borkowski

New alderman’s crazed comments leave him only (and barely) the police union's support.

Murphy’s Law: Wisconsin Student Debt Is Soaring
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Wisconsin Student Debt Is Soaring

It rose 74% in 10 years, faster than all but six states. What is Walker's solution?

Murphy’s Law: What Has Mayor Barrett Accomplished?
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What Has Mayor Barrett Accomplished?

After nearly 12 years in office, his impact can be seen -- if you look hard.

Murphy’s Law: Walker’s Secretive Governing Style
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Walker’s Secretive Governing Style

Since he was County Executive, Walker has devised ever more ways to operate in secret.

Murphy’s Law: The Man Who Cried Anti-Semitism
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The Man Who Cried Anti-Semitism

How the media amplified dumb attack on public sculpture and why Shorewood took it down.

Murphy’s Law: Great News for Grand Avenue Mall
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Great News for Grand Avenue Mall

A smart new team of local owners is poised to revive the mall and W. Wisconsin Ave.

Murphy’s Law: Walker’s Assault on Open Records
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Walker’s Assault on Open Records

Walker and Republicans are methodically working to end any scrutiny of their actions.

Murphy’s Law: Do Millennials Oppose the Streetcar?
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Do Millennials Oppose the Streetcar?

Not really, but a new survey is fueling misunderstandings. What do millennials really want?

Murphy’s Law: Did Karl Kopp Let Historic Building Rot?
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Did Karl Kopp Let Historic Building Rot?

Unique 1871 building on river was “irreplaceable.” Bauman blames Kopp for its destruction.

Chisholm Considering Appeal of John Doe Ruling

Chisholm Considering Appeal of John Doe Ruling

Four DAs discussing whether to appeal state high court decision to U.S. Supreme Court.