Politics
9 Most Commented-On Stories of 2015
Crime, the streetcar, teacher pay, the Bucks bailout and other issues left readers battling.
Dec 31st, 2015 by Urban Milwaukee10 Most Popular Stories of 2015
The bus strike, Scott Walker’s meltdown, a sneaky Bucks arena plan -- readers flocked to these and other stories.
Dec 30th, 2015 by Urban MilwaukeeWisconsin Lags Behind on Minimum Wage
29 states, including those with GOP majorities, have increased minimum beyond $7.25 federal standard.
Dec 30th, 2015 by Jon PeacockA Tough Year for Transparency
State leaders have worked to restrict open records and succeeded in several ways.
Dec 29th, 2015 by Bill LuedersWisconsin’s Top 10 Political Stories Of 2015
Walker and Republican legislators dominate this year's top political stories in Wisconsin.
Dec 28th, 2015 by Steven WaltersNew Fellowship Helps Storytellers Address Race
Ex Fabula offers fellowships to local storytellers discussing race and oppression.
Dec 28th, 2015 by Jabril Faraj, Milwaukee Neighborhood News ServiceWisconsin’s Solitary Stance On Climate Change
This is the only state in America without a Clean Power Plan.
Dec 28th, 2015 by Tia NelsonState’s Deficit Jumped by 28% in 2015
Bad news released quietly. But does it justify proposed constitutional change?
Dec 28th, 2015 by Jon PeacockCrisis of Gun Violence Calls for Action
City is hurting and common sense reforms by legislature could help.
Dec 23rd, 2015 by State Rep. David BowenWhich Companies Get Most State Subsidies?
New data base tracks all info; Top three are Brunswick/Global Marine, Kohl's and NM.
Dec 23rd, 2015 by Jon PeacockHow to Save the Middle Class
Wisconsin leads nation in middle class decline. How can state reverse trend?
Dec 22nd, 2015 by Joel RogersU.S. Supreme Court Must Meet John Doe
By hearing case, court would end legal confusion and might enhance its reputation.
Dec 22nd, 2015 by Bruce Thompson