Content referencing Mike Huebsch
Senate Votes to Fire Evers Appointee from Public Service Commission
Tyler Huebner rejected. Senate also passes electric vehicle, nudity ban and tax cut bills.
Jan 17th, 2024 by Baylor Spears
GOP Committee Votes to Toss Utility Commissioner Tyler Huebner
RENEW Wisconsin leader on PSC board since 2020, but never confirmed by Legislature.
Jan 15th, 2024 by Erik Gunn
Evers Email Issue Pales Compared to Walker
Both as county exec and governor, Scott Walker systematically evaded public scrutiny.
Nov 28th, 2023 by Bruce Murphy
American Transmission Co. Hires Former Utility Regulator
Ellen Nowak is now vice president of the company she was once charged with regulating.
Aug 4th, 2023 by Joe Schulz
Republicans Two Seats From Veto-Proof Majorities
Just 2,498 votes assured that GOP legislators can't override Gov. Evers' vetoes.
Jul 10th, 2023 by Steven Walters
Republicans Seek Veto-Proof Legislature
GOP supermajority possible if they flip one senate district, five assembly seats now held by Democrats.
Nov 7th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
State Supreme Court Says Regulators Not Biased For Transmission Project
Lawsuit alleged two regulators that approved a major transmission line project had ties to project supporters.
Jul 7th, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
Open Records Imperiled in Wisconsin
Led by Robin Vos, public officials more likely to obstruct open records requests.
Mar 16th, 2022 by Bill Lueders
Secret Messages Cast Doubt on Approval of Controversial Transmission Line
Regulators reject charges of bias, while the utility seeks a new application and decision.
Jul 30th, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding
The Secrets of Mike Huebsch
He’s been a leader in evading and undermining Wisconsin's open records laws.
Jul 7th, 2021 by Bruce Murphy
Pretty Sure It’s Corrupt
Initials of Public Service Commission have a second meaning: possible misconduct by Mike Huebsch.
Jul 5th, 2021 by Dave Cieslewicz
County Executive College Dropouts
For 20 years voters have elected college dropouts to run Milwaukee County. What gives?
May 19th, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
Gov. Evers Appoints Tyler Huebner to the Public Service Commission
Mar 11th, 2020 by Gov. Tony Evers
My 25 Years in State Government
Walker appointee Mike Huebsch talks about Act 10, energy policy and retiring.
Feb 8th, 2020 by John Davis
Green Groups Sue Public Service Commission
Two PSC members who okayed transmission lines had ties to utilities pushing project, suit charges.
Dec 12th, 2019 by Hope Kirwan
State PSC Approves Huge Solar Farms
Two projects will supply 450 megawatts or 1% of state’s energy use.
Apr 12th, 2019 by Phoebe Petrovic
Bill Would End “Revolving Door” Lobbyists
Would require one-year wait for ex-legislators and legislative aides to become lobbyists.
Apr 3rd, 2017 by Steven Walters
State Energy Fund Diverted to Other Uses
$8 million goes for internet access, much of it to three private companies.
Dec 9th, 2016 by Kari Lydersen
Documents From Political Corruption Investigation Reveal Gov. Walker’s Allies Intentionally Made Baseless Claims of Voter Fraud to Question Election Results
Actions Show ‘Utter Contempt for Our Democracy’
Sep 15th, 2016 by One Wisconsin Now
How Walker is Killing the Meritocracy
Talented workers are leaving or discouraged from applying, as party loyalists win favor.
Apr 27th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Open Records Law Still Under Siege
Former Corrections Secretary Ed Wall’s attempted end run is latest of many attacks on the law.
Apr 4th, 2016 by Steven Walters
Five Years After Act 10
Most players in the contentious Act 10 drama have since moved on to other positions.
Mar 14th, 2016 by Steven Walters
Walker’s Secretive Governing Style
Since he was County Executive, Walker has devised ever more ways to operate in secret.
Jan 12th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Wisconsin’s Top 10 Political Stories Of 2015
Walker and Republican legislators dominate this year's top political stories in Wisconsin.
Dec 28th, 2015 by Steven Walters
Walker Aides Ordered To Avoid State Phones, Email?
Two cabinet members say Huebsch instructed them to use private channels for state business.
Dec 18th, 2015 by Dee J. Hall
Public Service Commission Sharply Trims WPS’ Fixed Charge Request
State Regulatory Agency Grants Wisconsin Public Service only a $2 increase instead of the $6 requested
Nov 19th, 2015 by RENEW Wisconsin
Gov. Walker Did Have Secret Email System
Report shows state business conducted through 300 personal emails, confirms Urban Milwaukee story.
Oct 19th, 2015 by Bruce MurphyWarrants allege Green Bay businessman defrauded WEDC for more than $1 million
Oct 15th, 2015 - Wisconsin State Journal - Matthew DeFour
The Republican Spoils System
The bill to kill civil service aims to create a one-party government, from top to bottom.
Oct 8th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Bill Would Kill Nonpartisan Accountability Board
Proposal to replace GAB will effectively end its scrutiny of misconduct by legislators and state officials.
Oct 7th, 2015 by Jay Heck
How Walker Wasted Pricey Legal Help
He ignored $2.2 million report concluding Kenosha casino had no legal risks.
Aug 27th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Walker Aides Pushed for Loan, Now in Default
Records detail VIP treatment of Walker campaign donor William Minahan.
Jun 29th, 2015 by Steven Walters
The Quick-Law Governor
Countless sweeping changes have been proposed almost overnight, with no study, no rationale and no known author.
Mar 12th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Rep. Hintz presses DOA Secretary on Budget, “Scoop and Toss” Delay of Debt Payments
"Gov. Walker’s bad budgeting has created a $2.2 billion shortfall and the resulting crisis budget..."
Mar 2nd, 2015 by State Rep. Gordon Hintz
Governor Scott Walker Announces Administration Staff Changes
Today, Governor Scott Walker announced the following administrative staff changes
Feb 16th, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
How Could Walker Refuse Incredible Deal?
Kenosha casino would pay entire taxpayer bill for NBA arena and up to $275 million for any (unlikely) litigation costs. And Walker says no?
Feb 12th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Gov. Walker turns away thousands of good-paying jobs, millions of new tourists by rejecting Kenosha casino project
Lack of Leadership Costs Wisconsin Thousands of Jobs
Jan 23rd, 2015 by State Rep. Peter Barca
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
State Prisons Reducing Use of Solitary Confinement?
New policy outlined by state official says prisoner "segregation" not effective for disciplining or rehabilitating inmates.
Dec 10th, 2014 by Bill Lueders
About That $2.2 Billion State Deficit
Walker and Republicans face big shortfalls in health care, roads and schools funding. What will they do?
Nov 24th, 2014 by Steven Walters
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
Crazy Casino Politics
Both Gov. Walker and Mary Burke have mishandled the Kenosha Casino issue.
Dec 30th, 2013 by Bruce Murphy
Act 10 Hits Jail Employees
Counties across Wisconsin are slashing benefits for correctional employees, but some sheriffs say it's causing staffing problems.
Apr 15th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
State Department Has Not-So-Open Records
Department of Administration takes a long time to respond to records requests, especially from journalists.
Mar 13th, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Drink for Free
One of the joys of electoral politics is that the polls eventually close on election day and then it is up to us to flock to the parties.
Sep 13th, 2004 by Michael Horne
