Politics
Milwaukee 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 WenzelWaukesha County discovers discrepancy which could put Prosser on top
14,000-plus votes from the City of Brookfield were not reported to the press on Tuesday, changing the totals and possibly the race.
Apr 7th, 2011 by Patti WenzelAmerica: You’re Fired!
With the GOP playing a game of political chicken with a 2012 presidential run, billionaire Donald Trump has tossed his hat --and $600 million --in the ring.
Apr 6th, 2011 by Will DurstFinal precinct in, Kloppenburg maintains 204 vote lead; Abele wins Milwaukee County
JoAnne Kloppenburg is ahead; Prosser's campaign is assembling a legal team for the recount and Abele wins a one-year term as Milwaukee County's executive.
Apr 5th, 2011 by Patti WenzelKnow your candidates
Today we vote for judges, supervisors, and a county executive. TCD offers a quick primer before you head to the polls.
Apr 5th, 2011 by Patti WenzelZombies For Change in Madison
On Saturday, zombies shambled on Madison, croaking for the brains of Scott Walker. It was much-needed levity for the long battle in Wisconsin's capitol, and TCD has the pictures.
Apr 2nd, 2011 by Brian JacobsonSumi upholds temporary restraining order through May 23
Three options: Give proper notice and vote again; Republican defendants break immunity and testify or just remain under the TRO. What do you think will happen?
Apr 1st, 2011 by Patti WenzelIn Madison, the case continues
The open meetings case against the Republican leadership continues in Dane County. Patti Wenzel is in Madison to keep you up-to-date.
Apr 1st, 2011 by Patti WenzelHaas, Kraeger in Dist. 14 County Supervisor race
Sen. Chris Larson's former seat is available, and two previous contenders square off to fill it until 2012.
Mar 31st, 2011 by Third Coast Daily