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2013 Business, Leisure Travel Sees Continued Growth
Milwaukee County Leads the State in Tourism Expenditures
May 2nd, 2014 by VISIT Milwaukee
Journal Sentinel Gets Snookered by Walker
Newspaper’s vaunted Politifact column approves of Walker’s very misleading claim about state job growth.
May 1st, 2014 by Bruce Thompson
Sen. Baldwin Gearing Up for LGBT Battles
Baldwin hires expert attorney on these issues. And state board considers Talgo claim.
May 1st, 2014 by Michael Horne
Wisconsinites Vote Big Money Out of Elections, New Analysis Finds McCutcheon Decision Could Let Big Money In
MOVI Wisconsin Coalition Announces 2014-2015 Plan to Reclaim our Democracy
Apr 30th, 2014 by WISPIRG Foundation
Mayor Barrett released the following statement regarding today’s decision on voter ID
“Judge Adelman’s decision is good for democracy."
Apr 29th, 2014 by Tom Barrett
Riverfront Apartments Approved
The 216,906 square foot, 133-unit, mixed-use, retail and apartment building will have splendid views of the river.
Apr 23rd, 2014 by Michael Horne
Representative Goyke Announces In-District Office Hours
Representative Evan Goyke will hold in-district office hours on April 24th, April 25th, and April 28th where constituents are encouraged to visit and voice their comments, questions, or concerns about issues facing the 18th Assembly District and the State of Wisconsin.
Apr 18th, 2014 by Evan Goyke
Why the Bucks Arena is Downtown — And Will Stay There
If not for an obnoxiously insistent mayor, the Bradley Center would have been built in the Menomonee Valley.
Apr 18th, 2014 by Michael Horne
Why America’s Roads Are More Dangerous
U.S. and Wisconsin have seen less decline in traffic fatalities than other countries. Why?
Apr 15th, 2014 by Angie Schmitt
Casualties of War
The war over Act 10 may be a key reason 46% of legislators have left or will leave in just over two years.
Apr 14th, 2014 by Steven Walters
Governor Signs Vulnerable User Bill
Bill to protect bikers and pedestrians and a separate bill allowing biking on state trails after 11 p.m. were both passed by legislature.
Apr 11th, 2014 by Dave Schlabowske
Soprano Alyson Cambridge makes her Florentine Opera Company debut as the tragic Mimi in La Bohème
Puccini’s masterpiece brings the company’s 80th anniversary season to a dramatic and satisfying conclusion, May 9th & 11th at the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts in Milwaukee, WI
Apr 2nd, 2014 by Florentine Opera Company
The Lobbyist Law Nobody Likes
Except the WMC business lobby and Realtors Association, who are glad Walker signed it.
Apr 2nd, 2014 by Bill Lueders
Representative Goyke Commemorates Vietnam Veterans Day 2014
State Representative Evan Goyke (D-Milwaukee) released the following statement in commemoration of Vietnam Veterans Day 2014.
Mar 29th, 2014 by Evan Goyke
Instead of trying to fix problems, Gov. Walker joins fellow Republicans in trying to fix elections
Governor signs bills that will severely restrict voting rights
Mar 27th, 2014 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Rep. Taylor on Walker’s signing of early voting restriction bill
Today, Governor Scott Walker partially vetoed Senate Bill 324, which reduces voters’ access to in-person early voting at their municipal clerk’s office.
Mar 27th, 2014 by Chris Taylor
New Study Shows Milwaukee’s Income Inequality
Research shows huge and probably growing gap between high and low incomes in Milwaukee County.
Mar 27th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Advocates Question State Changes in Cancer Program
State plan would reduce scope of program that's provided 500,000 cancer screenings since 1994.
Mar 21st, 2014 by Scottie Lee Meyers
Supervisor David Bowen Calls Living Wage Ordinance Passage “A Major Win” for Low Wage Workers in Milwaukee County
Following the Milwaukee County Board's 12-6 veto override of a measure to increase the living wage to $11.32 for employees of contractors doing business with the County, Supervisor David Bowen issued the following statement.
Mar 20th, 2014 by State Rep. David Bowen
Wisconsin stalled at 35th in job growth, still trailing neighbors
Despite lagging economy, Republicans ready to give up and focus on getting re-elected
Mar 19th, 2014 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Will Supreme Court Ruling Close Bike Trails?
Decision on ownership of railroad right of ways could affect bike trails in Wisconsin and nationally.
Mar 14th, 2014 by Dave Schlabowske
Attorney General J.B. Van Hollen Announces Settlements Worth $310 Million for DRAM Memory Chips
Consumers who purchased computers, printers, video game consoles, or other electronic devices with DRAM memory could get money from settlements.
Mar 10th, 2014 by J.B. Van Hollen
The Transit Agenda
Supporters headed to the State Capitol for "Public Transportation Day," meeting with legislators, promoting their agenda, and handing out awards.
Mar 7th, 2014 by Michael Horne
Blurry Line Between Political and Government Work
Elected officials often have two cell phones but still blur line between political and public business.
Mar 3rd, 2014 by Steven Walters
ACLU Seeks Swift Ruling to Block State From Enforcing Marriage Ban
The American Civil Liberties Union, the ACLU of Wisconsin and the law firm of Mayer Brown filed a preliminary injunction yesterday seeking an order that the state may not enforce Wisconsin’s ban on marriage for same-sex couples.
Feb 28th, 2014 by American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin
Walker’s Sweet Revenge Against John Doe Prosecutors
Walker’s office gets to choose the attorneys defending John Chisholm and company from a federal suit.
Feb 27th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
The Florentine Opera Company will bring passion and warfare to Uihlein Hall
A new production of George Frideric Handel’s Julius Caesar!
Feb 26th, 2014 by Florentine Opera Company
Setting the record straight—Milwaukee sends delegation to address violence among black males
The work of Milwaukee’s Black Male Achievement Advisory Council, or BMAAC, is garnering national attention, and has already resulted in city officials being invited to participate in this week’s Cities United summit in New Orleans.
Feb 25th, 2014 by Joe Davis, Sr.
Did Gov. Walker Have a Secret Email System?
A Walker administration insider says some staff used private emails and personal laptops in the office.
Feb 25th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Florentine Opera’s New @ The Center Series
2014 will continue with offerings of @ The Center at the Wayne and Kristine Lueders Florentine Opera Center.
Feb 25th, 2014 by Florentine Opera Company
Mayor Tom Barrett’s 2014 State of the City Address
Milwaukee February 24, 2014 As Prepared for Delivery
Feb 24th, 2014 by Tom Barrett
Wisconsin Lags in Building a High Tech Economy
Which states and cities lead the way in building a new economy? Part I of a three-part series.
Feb 19th, 2014 by Bruce Thompson
Supervisor Taylor Welcomes State Bill Concerning County Mental Health Care Changes But Believes it Does Not Go Far Enough
The State of Wisconsin has in the past successfully taken over administration of certain functions of Milwaukee County government, such as the Income Maintenance Program.
Feb 13th, 2014 by Steve F. Taylor
Growth, Age, of Wisconsin Healthcare Signups Continue to Raise Concerns
Wisconsin's enrollment falls behind MN, IL, Nation both in increase in enrolled and in average age.
Feb 13th, 2014 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
Legislature’s wage proposal tramples on working families, local control
Statement of Alderman Tony Zielinski February 12, 2014
Feb 12th, 2014 by Ald. Tony Zielinski
Supervisor Jursik Criticizes Shoreline Bill
Jursik Says Shoreline Bill Washes Out Trustee Duty to Protect Public Access
Feb 5th, 2014 by Patricia Jursik
Baby Wants Candy – Saturday, Feb. 8, 7:30 pm
The Completely Improvised, Full-band Musical Comedy
Feb 3rd, 2014 by South Milwaukee Performing Arts Center
Most Support Action on Climate Change
Poll shows 79% of state citizens believe in climate change and 86% want greenhouse gases regulated.
Jan 31st, 2014 by Becky McKendry
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
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
Statement of Milwaukee County Supervisors Khalif Rainey and Russell Stamper II on the Killing of Corey Stingley
Corey Stingley’s homicide and the failure of District Attorney John Chisholm to press charges against his killers is a loss for the entire community, and we as a community are hurting
Jan 18th, 2014 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
Arrest Those Who Bike in Winter, Mayor Says
Comments from Watertown, NY official raise serious issues about how bikers are treated, including in Wisconsin.
Jan 17th, 2014 by Dave Schlabowske
City’s pension fund outperforms state, Milwaukee County funds in 2013
The City of Milwaukee Employes’ Retirement System (CMERS) pension fund’s preliminary year-end results show the fund earned a return of 19.6%, gross of fees.
Jan 17th, 2014 by Ald. Michael Murphy
State surplus must ensure long-term economic security for Wisconsin working families
Rep. Barca emphasizes a bold approach that remedies Wisconsin’s lagging recovery
Jan 16th, 2014 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Democratic Wedge Issues
Republicans are out of step on issues like same sex marriage and medical marijuana.
Jan 16th, 2014 by Bruce Murphy
Representative Goyke Testifies on Assembly Bill 518 – “Lindsey’s Law”
Today, State Representative Evan Goyke (D-Milwaukee) testified before the Assembly Committee on Criminal Justice in support of Assembly Bill 518, “Lindsey’s Law.”
Jan 9th, 2014 by Evan Goyke
Lakefront Gateway Project Public Information Meeting
You are invited to attend a public information meeting to review and provide feedback on the conceptual alternatives being considered.
Jan 9th, 2014 by City of Milwaukee
Unaffordable Care
Citizens Action of Wisconsin conference shows impact of the Affordable Care Act and Gov. Walker’s decisions on Medicaid.
Jan 8th, 2014 by Mrinal Gokhale
Walker’s No-Pardon Stance Is Risky
He argues it's a matter of principle not to undermine judicial system. Will the decision hurt him in an election?
Jan 7th, 2014 by Bill Lueders
How to End the Income Tax
Tax pros offer suggestions to Gov. Walker.
Jan 6th, 2014 by Steven Walters
Help for Homeless Women
City's only transitional shelter for women and children offers apartments and life skills.
Jan 2nd, 2014 by Andrea Waxman
Walker Says Campaign Cash Corrupts
At least if it comes from unions. As to other reforms in campaign finance, he's elusive.
Dec 31st, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Is Walker Serious About Ending Income Tax?
It brings in $7.5 billion per year. How would he replace it?
Dec 30th, 2013 by Steven Walters
Minnesota Trumps Wisconsin on Health Care
By cooperating with Obamacare Minnesota will cover 225,000 more people and spend $104 million less than Wisconsin.
Dec 27th, 2013 by Nora G. Hertel and James Nord
13-time Loser Kills 61-Year-Old Bicyclist
James R. Erdmann Jr, who had 13 previous traffic violations, is arrested in hit-and-run of bicyclist.
Dec 27th, 2013 by Dave Schlabowske
Money Flow to Politicians Never Stops
The past year has seen union coffers decline, while other donors keep the cash coming.
Dec 26th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Wisconsin Ranks 37th in Job Numbers
Here is the nonpartisan Bureau of Labor Statistics' quarterly census job numbers
Dec 18th, 2013 by State Rep. Peter Barca
We’re Driving Less, Cycling More
Milwaukee ranked 2nd and Madison 3rd in national decline of driving, while biking rose 280%.
Dec 13th, 2013 by Dave Schlabowske
Transit system bidders will address Public Transportation Review Board
Veolia, MV Transportation to make their pitches.
Dec 10th, 2013 by Ald. Bob Bauman
Spotlight on pension crises in other cities provides perspective
Significant pension crises in Chicago and Detroit provide an opportunity for the City of Milwaukee to reflect on how it has managed to achieve the top-rated public fund (Pew Charitable Trusts report, dated January 2013) in the U.S., according to Alderman Michael J. Murphy.
Dec 6th, 2013 by Ald. Michael Murphy
Loss of Nelson Mandela felt in Milwaukee, worldwide
Statement of Alderman Joe Davis, Sr. December 5, 2013
Dec 5th, 2013 by Joe Davis, Sr.
Bike-sharing program moves forward with committee approval
A public bike-sharing system for the City of Milwaukee picked up the endorsement of a key Common Council committee on Wednesday.
Dec 5th, 2013 by Ald. Bob Bauman
How Walker Worries About Polls
His book shows he frequently adjusts strategy based on poll results.
Dec 2nd, 2013 by Steven Walters
Police Scam Artists
Why does the cop’s union protect officers who rip off taxpayers?
Nov 12th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Citizen Action Applauds Senator Baldwin’s Call to Delay Cuts to BadgerCare
Citizen Action of Wisconsin applauds Senator Baldwin’s common sense proposals to assure that Wisconsin families who need health coverage do not fall between the cracks.
Nov 12th, 2013 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
Walker’s Book is Very Revealing
There are fascinating sections, including Walker giving staff a top ten list ridiculing public workers.
Nov 12th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Rep. Goyke Commemorates Veterans Day 2013
State Representative Evan Goyke (D-Milwaukee) released the following statement in commemoration of Veterans Day 2013
Nov 11th, 2013 by Evan Goyke
Walker’s Year Of Political Danger
Weak poll results and tricky issues face the governor in the year before he runs.
Nov 4th, 2013 by Steven Walters
New Report Confirms Citizen Action Research on Wisconsin-Minnesota Health Insurance Rate Disparity
St. Paul Pioneer Press and Kaiser Family Foundation Research Confirm Citizen Action’s Report
Nov 4th, 2013 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
The Decline of Local Control
Republicans favor local control. So why are they passing so many laws ending it?
Nov 1st, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Mayor Barrett Calls for Delay in Wisconsin BadgerCare Changes
Health Insurance for 92,000 at Stake with Ongoing Health Insurance Marketplace Problems
Nov 1st, 2013 by Tom Barrett
New Report Explains Why Wisconsin Health Insurance Rates Dramatically Higher than Minnesota’s
Decisions made by Wisconsin explains massive health insurance premium disparity between MN and WI on new health insurance marketplaces
Oct 23rd, 2013 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
Will Mary Burke Spend Big?
Democrats hope she'll spend plenty of her personal wealth in the race against Scott Walker, but she's giving mixed signals.
Oct 22nd, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Why Walker’s Job Strategy Has Failed
He’s followed a much-touted strategy used by successful companies. Why hasn’t it worked?
Oct 17th, 2013 by Bruce Thompson
Jon Richards Will Run for Attorney General
Like Abe Lincoln, Richards has been practicing law all across the state in preparation for his run.
Oct 16th, 2013 by Michael Horne
How Legislators Grab Big Pensions
A move into higher-paying state jobs greatly increases their pensions.
Oct 14th, 2013 by Steven Walters
Obamacare Haters Help People Sign Up
State's Republican politicians who oppose law are helping enroll their constituents.
Oct 9th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Game of musical chairs further highlights scandal
Statement from Rep. Barca on latest developments in United Sportsmen fiasco
Oct 3rd, 2013 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Statement from Rep. Barca on widening scandal surrounding hunter training grant
Assembly Democratic Leader Peter Barca (D-Kenosha) released the following statement today following a news report that 18 Republican legislators signed a letter advocating for a Republican political group with no hunter training experience to receive a $500,000 Sporting Heritage Grant.
Oct 1st, 2013 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Wisconsin stalled at 37th in the nation in job growth, 45th in future job growth
Two-and-a-half years of Republican inaction on jobs continues to harm Wisconsin’s lagging economy
Sep 26th, 2013 by State Rep. Peter Barca
Statement from Rep. Barca on sparse Republican jobs agenda
Today Gov. Scott Walker, Speaker Robin Vos and Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald announced a job package of small bills that they labeled a cure to economic woes they have failed to address in Wisconsin.
Sep 24th, 2013 by State Rep. Peter Barca
State Budget Committee’s Rep. Richards commends county leaders for vote in support of BadgerCare
County Leaders Say Strengthen BadgerCare as Walker Gets Ready to Drop Coverage for 92,000 People
Sep 23rd, 2013 by Jon Richards
Walker Faces Tough Choice on Kenosha Casino
Any decision he makes will anger some, and could affect his potential run for president.
Sep 23rd, 2013 by Steven Walters
Milwaukee County Offers Help in ACA Enrollment
Using existing resources and staff, County Departments will help clients they are already serving understand and enroll in the ACA.
Sep 18th, 2013 by County Executive Chris Abele
Wisconsin Ignores Climate Change
Republicans join Koch Brothers, opposing actions to reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
Sep 12th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
The Debtor Governor
Figures from non-partisan Legislative Fiscal Bureau figures show Walker’s debt level the worst since 1970.
Sep 10th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Travel the World in One Milwaukee Neighborhood
Silver City International Food and Art Walk celebrates cultural diversity through the arts
Sep 3rd, 2013 by VIA CDC
How School Choice Got Expanded Statewide
Deal by GOP legislators and pushed by voucher lobbyists expanded it beyond Gov. Walker's proposal.
Sep 3rd, 2013 by Steven Walters
Time Warner’s digital conversion benefits Time Warner, not Milwaukee
Joint Statement from Common Council members Jim Bohl, Robert Bauman and Tony Zielinski
Aug 29th, 2013 by Milwaukee Common Council
Republicans Back Anti-Gun Bill
Mandatory three-year term for illegal gun possession has support of Flynn and Barrett. But will it pass?
Aug 28th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
How to Reelect Freshmen Legislators
Party leaders let them sponsor high-profile bills likely to win votes.
Aug 26th, 2013 by Steven Walters
Which Governor is Best At Growing Jobs?
The truth is far more complicated than either party would claim.
Aug 22nd, 2013 by Bruce Thompson
North 27th Street Construction Project Begins August 21, 2013
Project expected to be completed by December 2013
Aug 20th, 2013 by City of Milwaukee
Artists Sought for Silver City International Food and Art Walk
2nd annual event celebrates cultural diversity through the arts
Aug 19th, 2013 by VIA CDC
Mayor’s MPD overtime math doesn’t add up
Statement of Alderman Bob Donovan August 12, 2013
Aug 12th, 2013 by State Rep. Bob Donovan
Rep. Goyke Commemorates Purple Heart Day
State Representative Evan Goyke (D-Milwaukee) released the following statement in commemoration of Purple Heart Day 2013
Aug 7th, 2013 by Evan Goyke
