Murphy’s Law
Another Newspaper Attack on Chief Flynn
Has the Journal Sentinel renewed its war against the police chief or was its Sunday story simply botched reporting?
Sep 30th, 2014 by Bruce MurphyThe Inevitable Decline of the Journal Sentinel
The newspaper has unique strengths, but will that be enough to stop it from going out of print?
Sep 16th, 2014 by Bruce MurphyWill Joe Davis Run For Mayor?
He probably has a better chance of beating Barrett than Bob Donovan. But what exactly does Davis stand for?
Sep 4th, 2014 by Bruce MurphyThe Unbearable Loudness of Harley Hogs
Why are they allowed to violate noise ordinances? No one seems to know.
Sep 2nd, 2014 by Bruce MurphyWill Republicans Support a Bucks Bailout?
It can’t get done without GOP legislators, but they have deeply felt reasons for opposing any deal.
Aug 28th, 2014 by Bruce MurphyIs Walker Guilty — Or the Law Meaningless?
After the latest Doe document dump, no other conclusion is possible.
Aug 26th, 2014 by Bruce MurphyWhy Bob Donovan Can’t Beat Barrett
No alderman will back him. Why he’s so disliked -- and so certain to lose.
Aug 21st, 2014 by Bruce MurphyThe Remarkable Clout of Sheriff Clarke
A stunning election increases his power. What does it mean for Milwaukee?
Aug 19th, 2014 by Bruce MurphyHandicapping the Democratic Race for Attorney General
Jon Richards is the favorite. But is he the best choice?
Aug 7th, 2014 by Bruce MurphyIs David Clarke “Sheriff Spends a Lot”?
Attack ads blast Clarke. Another targets “dysfunctional” Marina Dimitrijevic. Who’s buying all these nasty ads?
Aug 5th, 2014 by Bruce MurphyHow Buyout Could Hurt the Journal Sentinel
10 ways the deal will impact the newspaper, the media world and this city.
Jul 31st, 2014 by Bruce MurphyHas School Choice Led to Less Arts Funding?
Donations to arts groups have plummeted while giving to education has soared. Why?
Jul 30th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy