Politics
New Corrections Chief Faces Problems
Including overcrowded prisons, staff shortages and low morale, and a dearth of leadership.
Feb 22nd, 2016 by Steven Walters
In Defense Of The 1 Percent
What they pay in taxes and why Bernie Sanders is wrong.
Feb 22nd, 2016 by John Torinus
Bold Criminal Justice Reform Needed
A smarter approach could save money, reduce mass incarceration and assure safety.
Feb 21st, 2016 by Evan Goyke
Millionaire Paul Ryan’s Magnificent Home
House Speaker's Georgian home might befit a founding father. Take that, Donald Trump.
Feb 18th, 2016 by Michael Horne
Where City’s Crime is Rising
The biggest hike is in Ald. Donovan’s district. No wonder that’s his major issue.
Feb 18th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
End Solitary Confinement, Especially of Youth
State continues using isolation, including at Lincoln Hills for Boys, without transparency about practices.
Feb 18th, 2016 by Laurence J. Dupuis
9 Districts’ Voters Hiked School Taxes
9 of 11 districts in state with school spending referendums passed them in Tuesday election.
Feb 18th, 2016 by Tamarine Cornelius
Lipscomb Runs Larson’s Celebration
Chris Larson wasn't there for victory celebration, so county board chair takes charge.
Feb 17th, 2016 by Michael Horne
9 Election Takeaways
Tom Barrett might be in trouble, Chris Abele definitely is. So is Puente.
Feb 17th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
Abortion Clinics Don’t “Target” Blacks
Only one of 10 abortion clinics are in majority black neighborhoods.
Feb 17th, 2016 by U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore
RR Company Bars Access to Mississippi
Public stopped from fishing and other recreation on river. Proposed bill would stop this.
Feb 16th, 2016 by State Sen. Kathleen Vinehout
How Will Demond Means Change MPS?
New "Recovery District" leader says tough decisions, more dollars needed.
Feb 16th, 2016 by Jabril Faraj, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
