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Award of lottery contract to GTECH a snub to minority communities
Statement of Alderman Joe Davis, Sr.
Jun 9th, 2015 by Joe Davis, Sr.
James H. Hall, Jr., to receive inaugural Robert H. Friebert Social Justice Award
Civil rights attorney Hall selected for inaugural Robert H. Friebert Social Justice Award
Jun 8th, 2015 by Milwaukee Jewish Federation
Building Commission Approves Projects
Today, the State of Wisconsin Building Commission approved several key projects across the state.
Jun 3rd, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
The House That Song Lyrics Bought
The $1.6 million, Eschweiler-designed mansion is owned by Keith Mardek, owner of Hal Leonard Publishing, the world's leading sheet music publisher.
Jun 3rd, 2015 by Michael Horne
Milwaukee Arts Board awards $213,500 to 33 organizations
Steve VandeZande and Lori Bauman named Friends of the Arts
May 15th, 2015 by City of Milwaukee Arts Board
Findorff is a Top Projects-Award Winner
This prestigious recognition honors industry professionals whose projects exceeded expectations in design, engineering, and construction completed throughout Wisconsin during 2014.
May 15th, 2015 by J.H. Findorff & Son Inc.
Education and Transportation Top Concerns at Budget Forum
Democratic legislators hold listening session in Milwaukee and get an earful.
May 14th, 2015 by Jabril Faraj
Push to Maintain Historic Tax Credits
State budget plan would reduce them, but new data shows big benefits for state in maintaining them, advocates say.
May 11th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Workers Comp Reform Could Help Business, Unions
It could also help the state budget. So why haven't Republicans embraced the idea?
May 5th, 2015 by John Torinus
City violence hints at deeper problems
Statement of Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. May 4, 2015
May 4th, 2015 by Joe Davis, Sr.
NAIOP and NEWaukee Present Inaugural Empty Storefronts Conference
Rethinking Value, Utility and Innovation in Retail Frontage Real Estate
Apr 29th, 2015 by Newaukee
Marquette University Department of Public Safety to become commissioned police department on May 1
The university expects to have approximately 35 commissioned officers in place by the start of the 2015-16 academic year.
Apr 24th, 2015 by Marquette University
Shooting Data Exists but is Illegal to Share: Milwaukee Needs the State’s Help
City, County and State Should Cooperate on Weapons Use Reports
Apr 22nd, 2015 by Sup. Deanna Alexander
Shirley Abrahamson Against the World
Chief Justice’s fight against a constitutional change to demote her is a minor issue. So why such a juicy battle involving so many conservatives?
Apr 16th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
A Tale of Two Health Plans
A private company's managed-care plan is far less costly than the state employee health care plan. What can we learn from that?
Apr 15th, 2015 by John Torinus
Public meeting for I-794 Lakefront Gateway Project in Milwaukee County
Open house to focus on construction of ramps, local roadways and plan concepts
Apr 15th, 2015 by Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Think Indiana-style discrimination law couldn’t happen here? Think again.
“We should be ever vigilant as lawmakers to avoid writing hate and discrimination into our laws.”
Apr 3rd, 2015 by Chris Taylor
Mayor’s indecisiveness on the Downtown Arena project may cost the City of Milwaukee taxpayers millions!
Statement from Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. April 3, 2015
Apr 3rd, 2015 by Joe Davis, Sr.
Predicting Wisconsin’s Economic Future
Two commentators fiercely disagree as to whether Wisconsin has turned the corner. Who’s right?
Apr 1st, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
Supervisor Rainey Calls for Voting Requirement if Drug Testing is Required for Food Stamps, Jobless Benefits
Calls on Gov. Scott Walker to Include Voting Requirement in Legislation
Mar 30th, 2015 by Ald. Khalif Rainey
Are Abrahamson’s Days as Chief Justice Numbered?
Constitutional amendment on April referendum would result in her being replaced as chief justice. Even if it fails, her salary will be reduced.
Mar 27th, 2015 by Michael Horne
Do Voters Support Republican Policies?
On some bills, yes. On others, no.
Mar 26th, 2015 by Bill Lueders
In Defense of Historic Tax Credits
National Trust for Historic Preservation's leader comes to town, where her speech to a crowd filled with notables dramatized the need for state to maintain the current credits.
Mar 23rd, 2015 by Michael Horne
A Broken City
Statement from Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. March 20, 2015
Mar 20th, 2015 by Joe Davis, Sr.
Wisconsin drops to 38th in job growth, trailing all neighboring states
Democrats continue to work on restoring economic opportunity for Wisconsin
Mar 19th, 2015 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Battle Over Iron Mine Leaves Scars
The battle "tore the community apart" for mine that was never going to happen, Jauch charges.
Mar 18th, 2015 by Bill Lueders
A Whole New Class of Poor People?
Walker plan to quietly slash Food Stamps for 62,000 people will cost state $58 million to lose $92 million in federal funding.
Mar 17th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Donors give a lasting legacy to Milwaukee Community
Menomonee Valley – From the Ground Up campaign completed
Mar 12th, 2015 by Menomonee Valley Partners
An Open Letter to Sen. Ron Johnson
I strongly object to your having signed the letter that was sent to the Iranian Government.
Mar 12th, 2015 by Patricia Jursik
Supervisor Michael Mayo, Sr. Slams Gov. Scott Walker’s Budget Proposal
Mayo Says Budget Would Hurt Senior Citizens, Persons with Disabilities
Mar 12th, 2015 by Sup. Michael Mayo
Goyke backs proposals to help vets in education, other areas
State senator backs package being circulated by State Rep. Dianne Hesselbein
Mar 12th, 2015 by Evan Goyke
St. Patrick’s parade is Saturday, March 14; event dates to 1843
The 140 units in the Irish celebration step off at noon on Wisconsin Ave. at Old World Third Street
Mar 9th, 2015 by Press Release
Gogebic Mine Dies Without a Whimper
After all the controversy, it’s been killed, with barely a word from partisans on either side. Why?
Mar 9th, 2015 by Steven Walters
Will Right-to-Work Cause Sickness and Death?
Logic of the law’s supporters suggest this -- and other terrible things -- will happen.
Mar 6th, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
Dale Schultz’s Last Hurrah
The retired Republican lawmaker dumps on his party and explains how Walker snookered him on Act 10.
Mar 5th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Walker Budget Targets Downer Woods
Provisions buried in budget bill eliminate protected status of conserved forest, the sole natural area on UWM campus.
Mar 4th, 2015 by Virginia Small
Once Again, Scott Walker Trading Women’s Health for Political Gain
Walker will sign abortion ban in Wisconsin
Mar 3rd, 2015 by Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Improve Maternal Care Access in Underserved Areas
Bill ensures women have access to timely, high quality maternity care by identifying provider shortage areas in rural and underserved communities
Mar 3rd, 2015 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Coalition Battles Bike Funding Cuts
A coalition of environmental groups, business groups and others are lobbying legislators to change Walker's budget.
Feb 27th, 2015 by Dave Schlabowske
AFP Wisconsin Announces Statewide Ad Buy Supporting Right-To-Work
Deciding To Join The Union Should Be Your Choice
Feb 24th, 2015 by AFP Wisconsin
Hey, Let’s Drug Test Food Stamp Recipients
Walker and Vos love the idea. So what will it cost and what will it accomplish?
Feb 24th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Walker Ends State Funding for Biking Program
His proposed budget eliminates all state funding for Transportation Alternatives Program.
Feb 20th, 2015 by Dave Schlabowske
Governor Scott Walker Announces Administration Staff Changes
Today, Governor Scott Walker announced the following administrative staff changes
Feb 16th, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
Rep. Gwen Moore Honors Black History Month
In honor of Black History Month, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04) issued the following statement:
Feb 13th, 2015 by U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Statement on Oak Creek Officers Receiving Medal of Valor
"On behalf of the State of Wisconsin, I would like to commend Lieutenant Murphy and Officer Lenda on receiving the Public Safety Officer Medal of Valor."
Feb 11th, 2015 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Why Walker Had to Cut UW Funding
His presidential ambitions left him with no other option.
Feb 10th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Rep. Barca Statement on Gov. Walker’s Blame Game
"Put simply, Gov. Walker needs to own up to his own extreme ideas."
Feb 5th, 2015 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Supervisor Alexander Issues Statement on Pension Buy-In/Buy-Back
"This problem is not an issue of left versus right, Democrat versus Republican, or even management versus unions."
Feb 5th, 2015 by Sup. Deanna Alexander
Budget Reaction: Stewardship Program Frozen; More Politics Added to the DNR
Conservationists ask legislature to Improve governor’s budget.
Feb 4th, 2015 by Wisconsin Conservation Voters
Baldwin, Ribble Secure $2 Million Payment from Army Corps of Engineers to Wisconsin
Money owed to Wisconsin as part of September 2000 transfer of Fox River Locks from federal government to the state
Feb 4th, 2015 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Walker’s Funding Cuts for UW Ignite Firestorm
Lawmakers may balk at cuts and at plan to give UW System autonomy from legislature.
Feb 2nd, 2015 by Steven Walters
New Arena Plan & Pabst Brewing Returns
Will legislature pass new arena plan? Will city and county have to contribute? Will Pabst brew here again?
Feb 2nd, 2015 by Dave Reid
Exploring state lawmakers’ “New Opportunities for Milwaukee”
Statement of Alderman Ashanti Hamilton January 30, 2015
Jan 30th, 2015 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
Legislators Opposed to Birth Control Issue an Outrageous Request to Unnecessarily Audit Charitable Health Care Providers Working to Prevent Unintended Pregnancy
PPWI Says There is No Wrongdoing, It’s Time to Take Politics out of Women’s Health
Jan 29th, 2015 by Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin
Governor Walker is Wrong: Kenosha Casino Would Be a Taxpayer Bonanza
Project would create up to 10,000 jobs, draw millions of new tourists each year
Jan 29th, 2015 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Proposal to create inner city opportunities deserves a close look
Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan January 29, 2015
Jan 29th, 2015 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Indiana Makes Wisconsin Last Great Lakes State Not to Take Medicaid Dollars
Indiana’s Republican Governor reached a deal Tuesday to accept enhanced federal dollars to strengthen its Medicaid program.
Jan 28th, 2015 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
How Walker’s Presidential Bid Hurts Wisconsin
On a wide range of policies, Walker may be serving his career more than his constituents
Jan 27th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Portrait of a Gay Married Couple
We’re much like any American family. Except for all the legal hurdles and headaches.
Jan 23rd, 2015 by Denise Cawley
Governor Scott Walker Announces Non-Concurrence with Bureau of Indian Affairs on Kenosha Casino
Today, Governor Scott Walker informed the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) at the Department of Interior (DOI) of his non-concurrence with their determination on the proposed casino project.
Jan 23rd, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
The Mysterious Kondos Chateau
One of the town's most magnificent mansions has a strange history, complete with a jailed lawyer who once served a governor.
Jan 22nd, 2015 by Michael Horne
Does Walker Have Losing Strategy for Global Warming?
States that are unfriendly to new technologies confronting the problem could be economic losers.
Jan 22nd, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
Milwaukee’s Clean Water Advantage
Few cities have such control over their watershed, which gives Milwaukee an edge for cleanup efforts. Part II of series
Jan 21st, 2015 by David Holmes
Iowa a Model for How Wisconsin Can Accept Federal Funds for BadgerCare
Iowa Has Same Eligibility, Mix of Public and Private Insurance, but Feds Pay for it and make affordable for consumers
Jan 20th, 2015 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
The Reasonable Alternative to the Downtown Streetcar
Statement from Alderman Joe Davis, Sr.
Jan 16th, 2015 by Joe Davis, Sr.
Walker Sees End to Massive Spending on Gov’s Race
The 2014 race and its total of $60 million in campaign donations, won't be repeated, he assures reporter.
Jan 6th, 2015 by Bill Lueders
Is a Public Official’s Calendar a Public Record?
It can help explain what government officials are doing, but some are fighting media requests for this.
Jan 5th, 2015 by Jason Smathers
U.S. Supreme Court Case Threatens Health Care
Wisconsin and 34 states that didn’t set up health care exchanges could lose all coverage under Obamacare.
Jan 5th, 2015 by Steven Walters
TV Star Dustin Diamond’s Cozy Cape Cod
Star of "Saved By the Bell" is charged with stabbing a man and could face years in prison. But Diamond does have a comfy abode in Port Washington to await his trial.
Dec 29th, 2014 by Michael Horne
Milwaukee Area Physicians to See Major Pay Cut Without Immediate Legislative Action
Up to 1,439 primary care physicians in Greater Milwaukee to face 45% cut in Medicaid payments unless Walker and Legislature act to continue enhanced reimbursement levels.
Dec 29th, 2014 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
Cut Income Tax or Property Tax?
While deficit looms, Republican leaders and lobbyists fight over which tax to cut.
Dec 22nd, 2014 by Steven Walters
Swing Voters Leave Hope for Democrats
They voted for Walker yet support accepting federal Medicaid increase and raising minimum wage.
Dec 8th, 2014 by Steven Walters
Wisconsin and 43 States Win Suit Against Sirius Radio
Attorney General J.B. Van Hollen Announces Multistate Settlement with Sirius XM
Dec 4th, 2014 by J.B. Van Hollen
Walker Decision on Obamacare Is Costly
New numbers allow for analysis of Affordable Care Act’s impact nationally and in Wisconsin.
Nov 26th, 2014 by Bruce Thompson
Do Democrats Have a Future?
They need to get 55 percent of the vote to get back the legislature. Will any strategy work?
Nov 14th, 2014 by Bruce Thompson
Let Us Now Blame Mike Tate
Hatred for the state Democratic Chair is flowing. But is he at fault for the election debacle or was the party’s message lacking?
Nov 13th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
BMO Bank Chief Hails City’s Revival
The city's infrastructure has been transformed, and the regional economy is strong, he tells a meeting of business leaders.
Nov 12th, 2014 by Michael Horne
GOP Had More Campaign Cash — And Votes
Republican victories weren't about redistricting, but about more votes. But they did have a huge cash advantage.
Nov 11th, 2014 by Bill Lueders
District Attorney watches while the City of Milwaukee implodes
Statement of Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. November 11, 2014
Nov 11th, 2014 by Joe Davis, Sr.
Rep Gwen Moore on the Passing of Annette Polly Williams
In recognition of the passing of Annette "Polly" Williams, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04) released the following statement:
Nov 10th, 2014 by U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore
Why Burke’s Loss Was Inevitable
Burke's impact as a candidate was so negligible that Walker was almost running against himself. He had to hope the Walker lovers outnumbered his haters.
Nov 4th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
12 Issues Where Burke and Walker Disagree
From abortion to iron mining, and from public unions to public schools, the candidates differ greatly.
Nov 3rd, 2014 by Steven Walters
Final pre-election Marquette Law School Poll finds Walker leading Burke in Wisconsin governor’s race
A new Marquette Law School Poll finds Republican Gov. Scott Walker leading Democratic challenger Mary Burke 50 percent to 43 percent among likely voters.
Oct 29th, 2014 by Marquette University
Wisconsin, the Land of Diversity?
Turns out we beat most states in the percent of women and minorities elected. Who knew?
Oct 28th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Fantle Named Milwaukee/NARI Executive Director
David Fantle has been named the new executive director of the Milwaukee chapter of the National Association of the Remodeling Industry.
Oct 27th, 2014 by Press Release
Massive New Project Announced for The Brewery
250,000 Square Foot Multi-Purpose Educational Facility Planned
Oct 22nd, 2014 by Press Release
38,000 TV Ads in Governor’s Race
And still rising, with percentage of negative ads higher than in nearly any state, study shows.
Oct 21st, 2014 by Bill Lueders
Walker Won Second Debate
But neither candidate can close the sale in election. Why?
Oct 21st, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Where Walker, Burke Stand on Open Records
Grilled by Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council, the two offer different takes on how to assure the public's right to know.
Oct 20th, 2014 by Mark Pitsch
Both Sides Wrong About Walker’s Impact on Jobs
Actually, the data shows Gov. Walker has had little impact, positive or negative, on how the state grows jobs.
Oct 20th, 2014 by Bruce Thompson
County Clerk Czarnezki Calls on State to Implement Same Sex Marriage License Changes
Milwaukee County Clerk Joe Czarnezki urged Governor Walker’s administration to update marriage license forms to reflect the fact that same sex couples are allowed to marry in Wisconsin.
Oct 17th, 2014 by Sup. Joe Czarnezki
Governor Walker wants to raise taxes on gasoline—say it ain’t so
Statement from Alderman Robert Bauman October 16, 2014
Oct 16th, 2014 by Ald. Bob Bauman
New Marquette Law School Poll finds ties in Wisconsin races for both governor and attorney general
New Marquette Law School Poll shows Wisconsin governor, attorney general races both tied
Oct 15th, 2014 by Marquette University
Mandel Group breaks ground on Echelon Apartments
Luxury Apartment Community at UWM Innovation Campus
Oct 13th, 2014 by Mandel Group
ACLU Comment on U.S. Supreme Court Action on Wisconsin Voter ID Law
The U.S. Supreme Court today stayed an appeals court order that had allowed Wisconsin's voter ID law to take effect.
Oct 9th, 2014 by American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin
