Politics
GOP Wants to Cut Back Taxpayer Donations
You may lose the chance to donate to causes like prostate cancer research or a fire fighters memorial if this measure is adopted.
Jun 4th, 2013 by Steven Walters
Peter Barca for Governor?
Some Democratic insiders see Assembly minority leader Peter Barca as the best hope to run against Scott Walker.
May 28th, 2013 by Steven Walters
Why Dan Bice Should Resign
The Journal Sentinel columnist’s coverage of John Doe probe is a case study in journalistic malfeasance.
May 23rd, 2013 by George Mitchell
Bail Bond Bill Will Create Debtor’s Prisons
Why are Republicans pushing a bill opposed almost unanimously by criminal justice professionals?
May 21st, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Republicans Move to Kill Milwaukee Streetcar
If the streetcar is killed and federal money for it is lost, it will mean the total amount of federal transit money for Wisconsin rejected by Scott Walker will exceed $1 billion.
May 9th, 2013 by Jeramey Jannene
More About Iron Mine Controversy
Cullen wins award for work on legislation as Milwaukee Magazine weighs in with story.
May 1st, 2013 by Jeramey Jannene
State Takes Passive Approach as Fatal Deer Disease Spreads
Chronic Wasting Disease has risen tenfold but state has cutback testing of deer. Is political pressure to blame?
May 1st, 2013 by Bill Lueders, Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
Triumph of the Koch Brothers
An award-winning documentary and a new book both describe how public unions were crushed in Wisconsin.
Apr 25th, 2013 by Bill Lueders, Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
City Nonprofits Avoid Residency Debate
One community leader castigates non-profits for not taking a stand on state proposal to end city residency requirement.
Apr 23rd, 2013 by Edgar Mendez, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Local Advocates Hope for Changes in Immigration Reform Bill
Advocates says bill before Congress is historic but could still be improved.
Apr 19th, 2013 by Edgar Mendez, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Huh? Lobbying Spending Drops In Wisconsin
After rising steadily for 10 years, dollars spent lobbying the legislature declined in 2011-2012. Why?
Apr 18th, 2013 by Bill Lueders, Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
Mayor Says Streetcar is “Trojan Horse”
Streetcar will be first leg of what he hopes will be a more extensive rail system.
Apr 17th, 2013 by Michael Horne
