Politics
Council Approves Waukesha Water Deal
Only one alderman objects to 40-year, $286 million deal.
Nov 28th, 2017 by Jeramey JanneneThe Fall and Rise of WEAC
Once mighty state teachers union has lost its clout, yet many members stick with it.
Nov 28th, 2017 by Bruce MurphyCouncil Overrides Most of Mayor’s Vetoes
Bauman accuses Barrett of false promises, Stamper calls mayor "disingenuous."
Nov 28th, 2017 by Jeramey JanneneWhich Federal Tax Plan Is Better?
Majority of taxpayers lose under both plans, but in different ways.
Nov 28th, 2017 by Tamarine CorneliusEvan Goyke
"I would love to see better access to rail, buses, biking, walking/running, etc."
Nov 27th, 2017 by NewaukeeIs State Elections Process “At Risk”?
Elections Commission, legislators, predict problems if staff not restored.
Nov 27th, 2017 by Steven WaltersVoters’ Rights Are In Peril, Experts Say
Voter ID, roadblocks to voting discussed by panel at MU event.
Nov 24th, 2017 by Dave FidlinBike Commuter Tax Break Threatened
Senate version of tax plan ends $20 per month benefit for those biking to work.
Nov 24th, 2017 by Dave Cieslewicz$100,000 Grant for Violence Prevention Plan
Bader Philanthropies grant helps fund effort pushed by Health Commissioner Bevan Baker.
Nov 23rd, 2017 by Andrea Waxman, Milwaukee Neighborhood News ServiceIs Waukesha County Becoming Less Red?
Perhaps not, but legislative districts straddling its border are changing.
Nov 22nd, 2017 by Bruce ThompsonHigh Court Candidate Hires Koch Operatives
Judge Michael Screnock’s Supreme Court campaign hires former execs of Koch-funded groups.
Nov 22nd, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy CampaignCommittee Okays Waukesha Water Deal
Key council committee approves largest collaborative deal in region's history.
Nov 22nd, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene