Politics
Abele Blasts State on Juvenile Prisons
State wants 21% hike in fees and more inmates at failing prisons.
Apr 27th, 2017 by Gretchen SchuldtALEC and Wisconsin’s Economy
ALEC ranks state high for its policies, but they haven’t improved economy.
Apr 26th, 2017 by Bruce ThompsonMore Public School Funds for Vouchers
Walker gives voucher schools $283 million more, takes $93 million from public schools.
Apr 26th, 2017 by Tamarine CorneliusStudent Debt Hits $1.4 Trillion
Solutions needed. Trump, Walker policies will drive debt level higher.
Apr 26th, 2017 by Analiese EicherGoodbye to MCTS Free Ride
County begins charging for controversial GO Pass program in June.
Apr 26th, 2017 by Jeramey JanneneClarke At Fault On County Jail
Inmate denied water for seven days? Walker should replace the sheriff.
Apr 25th, 2017 by Chris WalkerThe Lobbyist Governors Loved
The late Bill Gerrard was part of “permanent government” voters decry.
Apr 25th, 2017 by Bruce MurphyFederal Medicaid Critical to Schools
State schools got $107 million in 2015, helped pay for school nurses.
Apr 25th, 2017 by Jon PeacockGOP Bill Repeals Minimum Markup
But business, tourism interests back current law on "unfair sales."
Apr 25th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy CampaignDon’t Cut State Dementia Care
County execs say growing problem needs continued state funding.
Apr 24th, 2017 by Chris Abele and Troy StreckenbachState Leads Nation In Drunk Driving
No state has more ignition interlock stops. Tougher rules needed?
Apr 24th, 2017 by Steven WaltersState Should Add Interstate Tolls
Could raise $29 billion over 30 years, solving highways shortfall.
Apr 24th, 2017 by Robert W. Poole Jr.