Politics
Don’t Mess with the Press
The state budget bill has huge consequences, but the media is most concerned about its impact on... the media.
Jun 7th, 2013 by Bruce MurphyGOP Fast Tracks a Smelly Bill
The elections bill will suppress voting by average folks while giving corporations and lobbyists more clout.
Jun 5th, 2013 by Bruce MurphyDid Public TV Censor Koch Film?
After David Koch withdrew his offer to donate to public TV, a public TV group withdrew support for documentary film about him.
Jun 5th, 2013 by Bill Lueders, Wisconsin Center for Investigative JournalismGOP Wants to Cut Back Taxpayer Donations
You may lose the chance to donate to causes like prostate cancer research or a fire fighters memorial if this measure is adopted.
Jun 4th, 2013 by Steven WaltersPeter Barca for Governor?
Some Democratic insiders see Assembly minority leader Peter Barca as the best hope to run against Scott Walker.
May 28th, 2013 by Steven WaltersWhy Dan Bice Should Resign
The Journal Sentinel columnist’s coverage of John Doe probe is a case study in journalistic malfeasance.
May 23rd, 2013 by George MitchellBail Bond Bill Will Create Debtor’s Prisons
Why are Republicans pushing a bill opposed almost unanimously by criminal justice professionals?
May 21st, 2013 by Bruce MurphyRepublicans Move to Kill Milwaukee Streetcar
If the streetcar is killed and federal money for it is lost, it will mean the total amount of federal transit money for Wisconsin rejected by Scott Walker will exceed $1 billion.
May 9th, 2013 by Jeramey JanneneMore About Iron Mine Controversy
Cullen wins award for work on legislation as Milwaukee Magazine weighs in with story.
May 1st, 2013 by Jeramey JanneneState Takes Passive Approach as Fatal Deer Disease Spreads
Chronic Wasting Disease has risen tenfold but state has cutback testing of deer. Is political pressure to blame?
May 1st, 2013 by Bill Lueders, Wisconsin Center for Investigative JournalismTriumph of the Koch Brothers
An award-winning documentary and a new book both describe how public unions were crushed in Wisconsin.
Apr 25th, 2013 by Bill Lueders, Wisconsin Center for Investigative JournalismCity Nonprofits Avoid Residency Debate
One community leader castigates non-profits for not taking a stand on state proposal to end city residency requirement.
Apr 23rd, 2013 by Edgar Mendez, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service