Politics
Wealth of State’s Top 1% Rises 120%
While other 99% of state residents saw a combined 4% increase since late 1970s.
Jun 24th, 2016 by Tamarine Cornelius
Ron Johnson and State’s Infrastructure Decline
He’s regularly voted against federal funding for roads, bridges, railways, airports
Jun 24th, 2016 by State Rep. Chris Taylor
Why Trump’s Hostile Takeover Succeeded
The data shows how he stole Republican Party despite opposition of its leaders.
Jun 23rd, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
A Conservative Take on State Transportation
Republicans say they need more money for roads, but the real problem is too much spending.
Jun 23rd, 2016 by Owen Robinson
New $22 Million Rail Concourse Opens
Intermodal Station's dark and dingy concourse for boarding trains finally replaced.
Jun 22nd, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
Chisholm Challenger Skips Debate
Verona Swanigan objects to moderator and drops out of debate with DA John Chisholm.
Jun 22nd, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
How to Fix Medicaid
State officials wrestling with problem of rising costs ignore the obvious solution.
Jun 22nd, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
Corrections Officials Face Community on Lincoln Hills
Attendees demand accountability, action, in wake of Lincoln Hills scandal.
Jun 22nd, 2016 by Jabril Faraj, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
State Revenue Declines in May
Numbers make it more likely there will be shortfall in projected budget for fiscal year.
Jun 21st, 2016 by Jon Peacock
Property Taxes At Lowest Level Since 1946
Declined from 6.9% of personal income in late 1960s to 3.6% in 2016.
Jun 20th, 2016 by Dale Knapp
The Power of Common Ground
Nonprofit advocacy group has had huge impact on city, though some grumble about their tactics.
Jun 20th, 2016 by Virginia Small
Guns. Again. Our Response?
85% of state residents support background checks for all gun purchases. It’s time for action.
Jun 19th, 2016 by State Rep. Chris Taylor
