Politics
Will Lawmakers Dare Raise Beer Tax?
Two Democrats propose first increase in 47 years. It may be a lonely crusade.
Sep 6th, 2016 by Steven Walters
The New Charlie Sykes
He's confessing his errors and getting lots of publicity. Could there be a connection?
Sep 6th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Of Taco Trucks and Voter Education
Trump supporter warns of taco trucks on every corner; Latino leaders mobilize voters.
Sep 6th, 2016 by Margaret Rozga, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
The New Bidding War for Teachers
Act 10 has opened door to bidding war and smaller, poorer districts losing out.
Sep 3rd, 2016 by State Sen. Kathleen Vinehout
Brostoff Arrest Raises Questions
State rep says police focus must change; Police say Ald. Rainey asked them to be there.
Sep 2nd, 2016 by Jabril Faraj, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
Ronald Reagan Wasn’t a Ponzi Schemer
And Social Security isn’t a scam. Why Reagan supported and improved Social Security.
Sep 1st, 2016 by William L. Holahan and Charles O. Kroncke
State Tougher on Open Records Than Federal Law
Walker administration has sought federal exemption that isn’t allowed under Wisconsin law.
Sep 1st, 2016 by April Barker
Did Walker Raid Veteran’s Home Fund?
Cap Times story on nursing home shows funding was diverted while care declined.
Sep 1st, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
School Would Cost $40,000 Per Kid Per Year
Proposed boarding school is part of Common Council’s “Public Safety Action Plan.”
Sep 1st, 2016 by Gretchen Schuldt
Mexico Opens 50th US Consulate Here
A big turnout of American and Mexican politicians with "Trumpism" in the air.
Aug 31st, 2016 by Michael Horne
Schimel Switches Strategy on John Doe
His response to appeal abandon’s state Supreme Court’s position, suggesting its ruling is weak.
Aug 31st, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
Election Observers Are Welcome, But…
They must follow the rules. And be aware, the burden's on the challenger to prove fraud.
Aug 30th, 2016 by Andrea Kaminski
