Politics
Will Streetcar Gentrify Bronzeville?
Possible extension to that neighborhood offers benefits, raises concerns.
Nov 8th, 2017 by Elliot Hughes, Milwaukee Neighborhood News ServiceBill Restricts Abortion Coverage for State Workers
No abortion coverage after rape or incest unless victim reports the crime.
Nov 7th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy CampaignThe GOP Sales Tax Hypocrisy
Favored Republican towns allowed to levy a local sales tax. But not Milwaukee.
Nov 7th, 2017 by Bruce MurphyCouncil Overrides Mayor on Firing Flynn
10-5 vote means city lobbyist must seek state law giving council power to fire chiefs.
Nov 7th, 2017 by Jeramey JanneneFire Fighter Lives Far Far Away
Union leader Seager lives In McMansion Jr.-style home worth $475,000 in Town of Jackson.
Nov 6th, 2017 by Michael HorneBill Lets Tesla Sell Cars in State
Opposed by auto and truck dealers, who’ve donated $1.1 million to state politicians.
Nov 6th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy CampaignEnding Freeway Project Is Historic Blunder
With huge costs for taxpayers and more accidents for drivers.
Nov 6th, 2017 by George MitchellGOP Tax Plan Still a Boon for Wealthy
Changes by House Republicans still leave about 80% of cuts helping wealthy taxpayers.
Nov 6th, 2017 by Jon PeacockWEDC Admits They Don’t Follow the Law
Are they incompetent or flouting the law? And how will they oversee Foxconn?
Nov 3rd, 2017 by State Sen. Kathleen VinehoutGood Government is Everybody’s Business
Ernst-Ulrich Franzen's parting message to politicians: "We’ll be watching."
Nov 3rd, 2017 by Ernst-Ulrich FranzenWhy I Support A $60 Vehicle Registration Fee
Without new revenue Milwaukee County will be forced to make significant service cuts.
Nov 2nd, 2017 by County Executive Chris AbeleGun Lobby Supports Young Hunters
NRA, which has donated millions to state politicians, supports bill eliminating age limit.
Nov 2nd, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign