Politics

Murphy’s Law: The Mighty County Board
Murphy’s Law

The Mighty County Board

A doormat a decade ago, the board is now far more powerful -- much to Chris Abele’s chagrin.

Barack Obama rallies for re-election in Milwaukee

Barack Obama rallies for re-election in Milwaukee

More than 18,000 people overflowed the BMO Harris Pavilion at the Summerfest grounds to rally for President Obama. See more than 50 new photos from the rally.

Eyes on Milwaukee: An Action-Packed Weekend
Eyes on Milwaukee

An Action-Packed Weekend

So much to see: A party on a bridge, 120+ open houses, and President Obama's speech.

PODCAST: Lewis Black on the 2012 Election
PODCAST

Lewis Black on the 2012 Election

Before taking the stage at the Riverside, Lewis Black and John Bowman joined Mark to talk about the pre-show rituals, the 2012 election and much, much more.

Murphy’s Law: The Latest Journal Sentinel Purge
Murphy’s Law

The Latest Journal Sentinel Purge

Some big names could be leaving the ever-shrinking newspaper.

Murphy’s Law: Rich Park, Poor Park
Murphy’s Law

Rich Park, Poor Park

Milwaukee County Parks is increasingly a two-tier system, with the worst maintained parks in poor areas.

How State Ignored Civil Rights

How State Ignored Civil Rights

The Department of Transportation flagrantly ignored federal law and the rights of urban minorities.

Murphy’s Law: Capital Sex Scandal
Murphy’s Law

Capital Sex Scandal

Strange but true: Star member of Gov. Walker’s cabinet is accused of an affair that led to attempted murder.

Murphy’s Law: Can Tammy Beat Tommy?
Murphy’s Law

Can Tammy Beat Tommy?

She wouldn’t have a chance against the old Tommy, but the newer edition could be beat.

Parks Plan Has Problems

Parks Plan Has Problems

Cathedral Square / Juneau Park plan created with little public discussion and no design competition.

Murphy’s Law: Why Voter Fraud Is So Rare
Murphy’s Law

Why Voter Fraud Is So Rare

What the experts know that the scaremongers are deliberately ignoring.

Education: The Experimental City
Education

The Experimental City

Milwaukee may offer more school choices than any city in America. First of a series by a new columnist.