Politics
Secrecy and the John Doe Probe
Did secrecy hurt the investigation? Will courts release the info now that the case is over?
Oct 12th, 2016 by Bruce ThompsonStreetcar Project Receives Federal Grant
City will use funding to study extension of streetcar to Bronzeville and Walker's Point.
Oct 12th, 2016 by Jeramey JanneneState Faces Rising Transportation Debt
More than 22% of spending will go to debt service as local roads decline.
Oct 12th, 2016 by Wisconsin Taxpayers AlliancePaul Ryan’s Losing Bet on Trump
He finally deserted The Donald, but is it too late to avoid damaging his own career?
Oct 11th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy”CPA Caucus” Seeks Major Tax Changes
Four Republican lawmakers would simplify taxes and end some sales tax exemptions.
Oct 10th, 2016 by Steven WaltersConcealed Carry Hasn’t Prevented Crime
Aggravated assault with guns has risen 43% since concealed carry legalized.
Oct 10th, 2016 by Chris WalkerWill Judge Siefert Run for Sheriff?
Insiders say he's retiring, could target Clarke. And Charlie Sykes won't run for Senate.
Oct 10th, 2016 by Michael HorneCitizens Condemn Proposal for More Cops
Different practices, not more police needed, community groups tell aldermen at city hearing.
Oct 8th, 2016 by Jabril Faraj, Milwaukee Neighborhood News ServiceDane County Bets Big on Bikes
2017 budget includes three new trail projects, 25 miles of bike lanes.
Oct 7th, 2016 by Joe ParisiObamacare Slashes Uncompensated Care by 47%
Wisconsin Hospital Association’s data shows far less unpaid health care costs shifted to other systems, payers.
Oct 7th, 2016 by Jon PeacockThe Hypocrisy of the WMC
Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce wants no judge recusals -- except when it benefits them.
Oct 6th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy