Politics
Betting on the Common Council
Haven't got your fix with the Super Bowl? Gamble with friends on who will be the next council president.
Feb 2nd, 2014 by Jeramey Jannene
Huge Turnout for City Birthday Party
Lots of politicians, journalists, lobbyists and others glad-handed each other and drank free beer to salute the city's 168th birthday.
Jan 31st, 2014 by Michael Horne
City Seeks Bilingual Poll Workers for April 1 Election
Federal rules and increase in Latino voters push city to increase staff.
Jan 30th, 2014 by Scottie Lee Meyers, Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
We Don’t Want Your Stinking Drones
A (gasp) bipartisan bill to protect privacy from drones raises interesting issues.
Jan 29th, 2014 by Bill Lueders, Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
Dan Adams’ Assembly Fundraiser
He's got Abele's backing for the Milwaukee legislative seat, while Barrett backs Dimitrijevic.
Jan 24th, 2014 by Michael Horne
Public Weighs In On Lakefront Project
Information meeting at Public Market had a full house. There's still time to add your views to the discussion.
Jan 24th, 2014 by Michael Horne
The War Against Wind
Wind power is booming in surrounding states but declining in Wisconsin. Why?
Jan 23rd, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Fox Point Decrees: Pedestrians Must Wear Reflective Clothing
The village with no sidewalks or street lights will require pedestrians to be visible at a distance of 500 feet.
Jan 22nd, 2014 by Michael Horne
Ending Income Taxes Won’t Bring Jobs
Gov. Walker says states without the tax do better. Statistics say otherwise.
Jan 22nd, 2014 by Bruce Thompson
Will Taxicab Issue Ever Be Settled?
City Attorney’s legal opinion helps clarify things, but it’s still a contentious issue.
Jan 21st, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Happy Days Are Here Again
Gov. Walker’s State-of-the-State speech will be singing a very positive song.
Jan 20th, 2014 by Steven Walters
Is Zamarripa’s Democratic Challenger Really Republican?
He's just 18, but candidate Vincent Synowicz is already mastering the slick verbal skills of a veteran politician.
Jan 16th, 2014 by Michael Horne
