Politics
Obama’s presidency one year in
Author Chris Beem examines the first year of Obama's presidency and provides a helpful guide to understanding his modus operandi.
Jan 20th, 2010 by Chris Beem
Do not ignore us!
During a public hearing, community members, parents and politicians have their say about MPS control. Also, listen to Sen. Taylor, Rep. Grigsby and Mayor Barrett's testimonies.
Jan 5th, 2010 by Patti Wenzel
Political stories of 2009
Actually, there are six, narrowed from the thousands of local, state, national and international events of the past year.
Jan 4th, 2010 by Patti Wenzel
Exit Freeway, Get Drunk?
A driver pulls his Ford 150 off at an exit on I-94, and proceeds to cut across the parking lot of the newest sprawling mall development in Wisconsin. He then takes two spots in the Flingers parking lot, far enough from other cars to avoid door dings, but more importantly aimed perfectly for a quick exit. At Flingers he orders extreme fajitas, throws down a few bombs, be it the car bomb, Jaeger bomb, cherry bomb, and a couple that he's convinced the bartender just made up.
Dec 11th, 2009 by Dave Reid
Tiger’s transgression, our possession?
Former talk show host chides media vultures who continue to hover over the Tiger topic.
Dec 4th, 2009 by Eric Von
Karl Rove predictable, as are his detractors
Rove slams most of the Democratic agenda, while protesters call for the former Bush advisor's arrest
Dec 4th, 2009 by Patti Wenzel
Tim John files for Democratic nomination for governor
John, a businessman with family ties to Miller Brewing, will challenge Barrett in the primary. John's issue: Jobs, especially in Milwaukee's inner city.
Nov 28th, 2009 by Tom Strini
Taking their show on the road
The "dynamic" duo prepare to hit the campaign trail. But outside Milwaukee county, will anyone care?
Nov 24th, 2009 by Chris Beem
Milwaukee County 2010 budget levy up 2.18% over 2009
No lakefront parking meters. Inmates to pay to stay, county farm remains open, housekeeping privatized, pools stay at 2009 levels. UPDATED 6:25 pm
Nov 18th, 2009 by Patti Wenzel
Barrett announces run for governor
Wisconsinites might have choice between two Milwaukeans for governor in 2010 Updated 11/16/2009 2:50 p.m.
Nov 15th, 2009 by Patti Wenzel
Jared Christiansen
Don't wait for Tom Barrett, throw your support behind Christiansen for Governor
Nov 13th, 2009 by Patti Wenzel
Chip Duncan walks the walk
Filmmaker/author looks at turmoil with a different lens in a book that strives to dispel stereotypes and to offer hope.
Nov 9th, 2009 by Lisa Townsel
