Politics
Evaluating The Burke and Walker Jobs Plans
Can either reverse the state’s long-term trend of lagging national job growth?
Nov 3rd, 2014 by Bruce Thompson
Will State Force Family Planning Clinics To Close?
State auditors say they are protecting taxpayers; birth control advocates say state has political agenda.
Nov 3rd, 2014 by Kate Golden, Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
12 Issues Where Burke and Walker Disagree
From abortion to iron mining, and from public unions to public schools, the candidates differ greatly.
Nov 3rd, 2014 by Steven Walters
City Cameras Now Nab Parking Violators
No more chalked tires? The system is quietly becoming automated, invisible -- and a big surprise for parking scofflaws.
Oct 30th, 2014 by Michael Horne
The Man Behind Wisconsin’s Iron Mine
Billionaire Chris Cline promises his mine won’t pollute Wisconsin. But his company’s track record mining coal raises doubts.
Oct 29th, 2014 by Al Gedicks
Walker Has Huge Cash Advantage
He's raised $24.5 million compared to Burke's $15.5 million, with twice as much of his donations coming from out of state.
Oct 29th, 2014 by Bill Lueders, Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
Wisconsin, the Land of Diversity?
Turns out we beat most states in the percent of women and minorities elected. Who knew?
Oct 28th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
The Assault on Wisconsin’s Campaign Laws
Given higher court’s slap-down of Judge Randa’s decisions overthrowing Wisconsin laws, just where does the law now stand?
Oct 28th, 2014 by Bruce Thompson
Billionaire Sheldon Adelson Gives $650,000 to State GOP
Most of last minute campaign donation may go to Gov. Walker, who made trip to Las Vegas to woo the casino magnate.
Oct 27th, 2014 by Bill Lueders, Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
The Rise of the Kern Foundation
The Waukesha-based foundation has quietly grown to assets of $627 million, nearly as big as the Bradley Foundation. It also leans conservative.
Oct 27th, 2014 by Michael Horne
The 10 Most Expensive State Programs
How does the state spend its money? And how might you change this?
Oct 27th, 2014 by Steven Walters
The Battle Between Walker and Burke
They are two wildly different personalities with quite different agendas. A frank look at both candidates for governor.
Oct 24th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
