Murphy’s Law
Does ShotSpotter Reduce Crime?
Milwaukee is one of 150 cities that use it. But is there any hard evidence that it works?
Feb 28th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Can Hovde Beat Baldwin?
Polls suggest Tammy Baldwin is beatable. But Hovde seems to be floundering for a way to do it.
Feb 26th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Wealthy Health Chain Closing 2 Hospitals
Executives seek to maximize revenue? GOP rejection of expanded Medicaid also at fault?
Feb 14th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Court’s Redistricting Experts Under Fire
At least from Republicans. Who are the experts and should they be trusted?
Feb 13th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Even Republicans Praise Tammy Baldwin
Democrat’s ability to court rural vote wins grudging respect — and fear.
Feb 8th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Mike Gallagher’s Profile In Courage
Republican Wisconsin congressman's vote against impeachment causes furor.
Feb 7th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Milwaukee Film Faces Problems
Huge shortfall in funding, departure of chief executive, point to challenges for group.
Feb 6th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
No, I-794 Won’t Be Eliminated
Many seem to think state proposal will tear down Hoan Bridge. Nope. Will that change the views of detractors?
Jan 31st, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Democrats Crushing GOP in Fundraising
A 4-1 edge for state Democratic party last year, the biggest ever. And they have Scott Walker and Republicans to thank.
Jan 29th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
State Group Funds National Attack on DEI
The Searle Family Trust, based in Madison, has bankrolled many other right-wing causes.
Jan 22nd, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Who Are These Guys?
Who filed second gerrymandering lawsuit and why? Nine questions the case raises.
Jan 18th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Local Hospitals Violate Price Transparency Rules
Children’s and Ascension hospitals are the worst, report finds, which causes higher costs.
Jan 10th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
