Politics
City’s $1 House Program Criticized
Residents question why only developers can buy foreclosed homes for a dollar.
Jan 11th, 2017 by Jabril Faraj, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Ron Johnson Asleep on Russian Hacking?
He was informed of problem, did nothing, then misled public about it.
Jan 10th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
The Pro-Pollution Legislators
Tiffany and Jarchow get big payoffs from special interests, and rural folks get tainted drinking water.
Jan 10th, 2017 by Matt Rothschild
Medicaid Block Grants Could Hurt Wisconsin
20% of state’s citizens, 1.1 million, depend on Medicaid. Block grant system would threaten them with cutbacks.
Jan 9th, 2017 by Barbara Beckert
Why Ziegler Has No Opponent
Overwhelming dark money advantage and Democratic fatigue are factors.
Jan 9th, 2017 by Steven Walters
Dems Look to Solve Gerrymandering
Federal court struck down state's legislative districts. Hansen offers solution.
Jan 9th, 2017 by Matt Rothschild
Democrats Must Fight Back Or Lose
Wisconsin is ground zero for Republican scorched earth tactics. How will Dems respond?
Jan 8th, 2017 by Scot Ross
The Anti-Green Governor
While Republicans like John Kasich embrace green measures to boost jobs, Walker rejects them all.
Jan 6th, 2017 by James Rowen
Four Candidates For Muni Court Judge
Incumbent Judge Valarie Hill faces three challengers and many questions.
Jan 6th, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
Federal Cuts Could Hurt State Programs
Federal dollars account for 29% of state budget.
Jan 6th, 2017 by Tamarine Cornelius
Sand Mining Project Targets Wetlands
Meteor Timber donates $23,000 to state politicians, wants to destroy 17 acres of forested wetlands.
Jan 5th, 2017 by Matt Rothschild
Most States Hike Minimum Wage
Wisconsin is among 24 states that have kept it at $7.25 an hour.
Jan 5th, 2017 by Tamarine Cornelius
