Murphy’s Law
Will Taxes Be the Key Issue in the Governor’s Race?
In the wake of the tragedy in New York and Washington, the Democratic candidates for governor have slowed down their campaigning, but they have been strategizing as to what the major issues will be in next fall's election.
Sep 21st, 2001 by Bruce MurphySecrets of the Bradley Center
There's a lot of money to be made in professional sports.
Sep 19th, 2001 by Bruce MurphyIs There a Local Connection to Arab Terrorists?
For years, some experts have asserted that the United States is harboring Muslim terrorists, and it appears that even Milwaukee may have connections to this network.
Sep 14th, 2001 by Bruce MurphyWhy Businesses Are Attacking The State’s Freeway Plan
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation's latest freeway project could "virtually suffocate downtown Milwaukee," a letter from the Downtown Business Improvement District complains.
Sep 12th, 2001 by Bruce MurphyWhy Chief Jones Won’t Go Away
Tom Everson has seen everything in the many years he's compiled crime statistics for the state's Office of Justice Assistance, but he is struck by the data he's getting from the City of Milwaukee.
Sep 9th, 2001 by Bruce MurphyThe Sad Saga of Rep. Steve Nass
These are not good days for Rep. Steve Nass (R-Whitewater).
Sep 7th, 2001 by Bruce MurphyWhy Republicans are Dumping on Jim Doyle
Republicans are squirming about a state investigation of the legislative caucuses, and their attack dogs are going after Attorney General Jim Doyle to try to prevent it.
Sep 4th, 2001 by Bruce MurphyIs Jim Sensenbrenner America’s Cheapest Congressman?
It must be tough being married to James Sensenbrenner.
Aug 30th, 2001 by Bruce MurphyHow Three Legislators Committed Highway Robbery
Anyone who's driven to Madison is aware the trip takes about 75 miles from downtown Milwaukee.
Aug 24th, 2001 by Bruce MurphyIs Superintendent Korte In Trouble With The School Board?
At first glance, Milwaukee school superintendent Spence Korte looks like he could be on the chopping block.
Aug 22nd, 2001 by Bruce MurphyShould Wisconsin Get Ready for War?
You may feel very safe and protected, living in cozy Wisconsin, far from America's seacoasts.
Aug 20th, 2001 by Bruce MurphyFive Budget Items the Media Has Missed
By now, everybody knows what's in the budget right?
Aug 17th, 2001 by Scott Jensen