Politics
Save the County Grounds. Again.
Tosa master plan will destroy rare 60-acre nature preserve.
Feb 6th, 2017 by LuAnne Washburn
Walker Will Unveil A Reelection Budget
Proposals in 2017-2019 budget made with eye to running for a third term.
Feb 6th, 2017 by Steven Walters
GOP’s Redistricting Lawyers Are Big Donors
Lawyers paid $2.1 million to defend gerrymandering, give $76,000 to politicians.
Feb 6th, 2017 by Matt Rothschild
What Would Trump’s Mother Say?
Mary McLeod Trump was a Scottish immigrant who gave generously to the less fortunate.
Feb 4th, 2017 by Venice R. Williams, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
The Limits of Badger Care
Someone earning more than $7.81 hour is ineligible. Many more will lose coverage if Obamacare ended.
Feb 4th, 2017 by Jon Peacock
Reject Partisanship, Redraw Voting Maps
Lawmakers should hold public hearings, create competitive districts serving the voters.
Feb 3rd, 2017 by Andrea Kaminski
The Last Syrian Refugees Arrive
State has taken in 75,000 refugees since 1970s, but Trump could slam door shut.
Feb 3rd, 2017 by Dee J. Hall, Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
Senators Want 31% Hike In Expenses
Republicans want per diem pay raise, but oppose minimum wage increase for state workers.
Feb 3rd, 2017 by Matt Rothschild
Tax Break for Wealthy Keeps Growing
11 claimants will get $22 million tax break under Manufacturing and Agriculture Credit.
Feb 3rd, 2017 by Tamarine Cornelius
Trump Tariffs Will Hurt State Workers
Manufacturers like Harley will suffer, as when a steel tariff was imposed in 2002.
Feb 2nd, 2017 by John Norquist
How Trump Threatens The Press
“Alternative facts,” muzzling employees, blocking media access prevents scrutiny.
Feb 2nd, 2017 by Mark Pitsch
How Realtors Association Gains Clout
$10 million in campaign donations, heavy lobbying wins it favored legislation.
Feb 2nd, 2017 by Matt Rothschild
