Politics
Chris Abele starts his year of change and problem solving
Abele tells residents that there are no individual municipal, county or organizational problems - there are only "all of us problems."
Apr 25th, 2011 by Patti WenzelHow will Voter ID affect future elections?
If Voter ID passes, Wisconsin would have some of the strictest voting laws in the country. State Democrats met with the community to sound off on the bill.
Apr 21st, 2011 by James P. LarsonKloppenburg requests a recount
The Supreme Court race continues with a recount and demand for an independent investigation of the process in Waukesha County.
Apr 20th, 2011 by Patti WenzelArmageddon at the DC Corral
The government didn't shut down, but the battles aren't over. Just like Broadway's "Spiderman: Turn Off the Dark," this was but a preview.
Apr 20th, 2011 by Will DurstTosa Mayor vetoes ratification of union contracts
Last night the Wauwatosa Common Council voted 8-7 to ratify contracts with three unions. Today, Mayor Didier vetoed the measure, citing the need to wait for Act 10.
Apr 20th, 2011 by Patti WenzelWauwatosa is ground zero in argument over union contracts
Concessions that would save Tosa $1 million per year were stalled last month by Walker supporters. Tonight the Common Council will try again.
Apr 19th, 2011 by Patti WenzelCarlos Cortéz and Allied Artists at WPCA
Drawing a striking parallel to current events, the gallery features prints by the famed labor activist and local artists, inspired by Wisconsin's labor movement.
Apr 15th, 2011 by Jackelyn WicklundMr. Walker goes to Washington and gets bloodied
Gov. Scott Walker appears before a House committee to discuss how he is balancing the budget in Wisconsin and faces tough questions
Apr 14th, 2011 by Patti WenzelMilwaukee testimony heard, but meeting ends on a sour note
Wisconsin taxpayers speak out about Gov. Walker's budget proposal, but was the entire Joint Finance Committee listening?
Apr 12th, 2011 by Patti WenzelTestimony being heard on Wisconsin budget in West Allis
Joint Finance Leadership intent on ending testimony at 6 p.m.; If you have something to say, you might want to leave work early.
Apr 11th, 2011 by Patti WenzelBudget plans will restrict health care access across the state
Walker’s cuts to Medicaid programs could put many Wisconsinites in jeopardy. Share your concerns with the Joint Finance Committee on April 11 at State Fair Park.
Apr 10th, 2011 by Patti WenzelWisconsin school funding cuts create “accidental activists”
Gov. Walker's cuts and changes to K12 education bring people out in support of schools. Share your story with the Joint Finance Committee on April 11 at State Fair Park.
Apr 8th, 2011 by Patti Wenzel