Politics
Voters Oppose Walker’s Run for President
That's what three straight polls show. But experts doubt it will impact governor’s race.
Jun 2nd, 2014 by Steven Walters
Why Walker Has Split With Conservatives
He’s at odds with the right-wing and Wall Street Journal over John Doe probe. But why?
May 30th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Barrett Blasts Suburbs on Low-Income Housing
Waukesha, Washington, Ozaukee counties “systematically” keep out poor people, mayor charges.
May 27th, 2014 by Steven Walters
John Doe Ruling Opens Door To Dark Money
Wealthy groups with unnamed donors could coordinate campaign ads with candidates they favor.
May 22nd, 2014 by Bill Lueders, Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
Sheriff Clarke’s Bizarre New Radio Ads
They combine campaign ads and a pitch for a private company and appear to be in violation of state laws.
May 20th, 2014 by Michael Horne
Who’s To Blame For Yet Another Pension Giveaway?
Abele wants some 200 retirees to stop getting illegal pension benefits, but board members are outraged.
May 20th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Confusion Reigns on Campaign-Finance Law
Court rulings leaves state regulators reeling and candidates mystified.
May 19th, 2014 by Steven Walters
Lobbyists Oppose Various Bills Limiting Voting
Bills with photo ID, limiting absentee voting, making it tougher to register -- got scant support from lobbyists.
May 14th, 2014 by Bill Lueders, Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
Businesses, Special Interests Got $600 Million in Tax Breaks
But two-thirds of $1.9 billion in Republican tax cuts went to families.
May 12th, 2014 by Steven Walters
Attorneys Rush to Chisholm’s Defense
Worried about possible recall, they plan fundraiser for the DA. But will it help him?
May 8th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Mary Burke, Underdog Millionaire
She's raked in $1.8 million but is still far behind Walker in fundraising.
May 7th, 2014 by Bill Lueders, Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
Wisconsin Not a Leader in Drunken Driving?
New study says other states are worse. But experts say Wisconsin still has far to go on this issue.
May 5th, 2014 by Steven Walters
