Politics
A Conservative Take on State Transportation
Republicans say they need more money for roads, but the real problem is too much spending.
Jun 23rd, 2016 by Owen RobinsonNew $22 Million Rail Concourse Opens
Intermodal Station's dark and dingy concourse for boarding trains finally replaced.
Jun 22nd, 2016 by Jeramey JanneneChisholm Challenger Skips Debate
Verona Swanigan objects to moderator and drops out of debate with DA John Chisholm.
Jun 22nd, 2016 by Bruce MurphyHow to Fix Medicaid
State officials wrestling with problem of rising costs ignore the obvious solution.
Jun 22nd, 2016 by Bruce ThompsonCorrections Officials Face Community on Lincoln Hills
Attendees demand accountability, action, in wake of Lincoln Hills scandal.
Jun 22nd, 2016 by Jabril Faraj, Milwaukee Neighborhood News ServiceState Revenue Declines in May
Numbers make it more likely there will be shortfall in projected budget for fiscal year.
Jun 21st, 2016 by Jon PeacockProperty Taxes At Lowest Level Since 1946
Declined from 6.9% of personal income in late 1960s to 3.6% in 2016.
Jun 20th, 2016 by Dale KnappThe Power of Common Ground
Nonprofit advocacy group has had huge impact on city, though some grumble about their tactics.
Jun 20th, 2016 by Virginia SmallGuns. Again. Our Response?
85% of state residents support background checks for all gun purchases. It’s time for action.
Jun 19th, 2016 by State Rep. Chris TaylorHow to Combat Mass Incarceration
Federal bill would reform system. Sen. Baldwin supports it. Will Sen. Johnson?
Jun 17th, 2016 by Mark Rice, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service7 Ways to Improve UW System
Ray Cross and regents need to take bold steps in face of financial cuts.
Jun 16th, 2016 by John TorinusRyan Should Rescind Endorsement of Trump
The Party of Lincoln is dying, but Paul Ryan doesn’t get it.
Jun 15th, 2016 by Bill Kaplan