Wisconsin Supreme Court ‘dark store’ decision a huge win for state’s taxpayers, municipalities

Wisconsin Supreme Court ‘dark store’ decision a huge win for state’s taxpayers, municipalities

Statement from Milwaukee Common Council Members Alderman Scott Spiker, Alderman Michael J. Murphy, and Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr.

Wisconsin Supreme Court Rules Against “Dark Store Loophole”

Wisconsin Supreme Court Rules Against “Dark Store Loophole”

With no dissent, court rules against big-box retailers' tax reduction strategy.

Campaign Cash: Real Estate Interests Back GOP Bill
Campaign Cash

Real Estate Interests Back GOP Bill

Change in how assessments done will cut commercial property taxes and hike them for residents, opponents charge.

Hot Debate, Limited Action by Senate

Hot Debate, Limited Action by Senate

Limited bills on homeless, clean water passed, nothing on dark stores tax loophole.

Senate Democrats Offer 2020 Agenda

Senate Democrats Offer 2020 Agenda

Shilling pushes homeless funding and closing dark store tax loophole.

Dark Store Loophole Continues to Shift Property Tax Burden to Homeowners

Dark Store Loophole Continues to Shift Property Tax Burden to Homeowners

Big Box retailers benefit from an unfair tax break while your taxes go up

Examining the Dark-Store Loophole

Examining the Dark-Store Loophole

Loophole lets big box stores lower their taxes while effectively raising taxes for residents.

Senate GOP Refuse to Close the “Dark Store” Loophole

Senate GOP Refuse to Close the “Dark Store” Loophole

Homeowners to face higher property taxes under Republican control

Senate Republicans unanimously reject vote on Dark Store fix

Senate Republicans unanimously reject vote on Dark Store fix

"It seems that the Republicans are helping the big box stores shift their property tax burden onto the back of homeowners."

The State of Politics: Can Any ”Dark Store” Reform Get Passed?
The State of Politics

Can Any ”Dark Store” Reform Get Passed?

Evers wants full reform but big lobbying groups oppose it. Lawmakers seek compromise.

Campaign Cash: Evers Opposes ‘Dark Store’ Loophole
Campaign Cash

Evers Opposes ‘Dark Store’ Loophole

Would end tax break backed by WMC, which has donated $25 million to politicians.

Rep. Robyn Vining Commends Gov. Evers’ Plan to Close Dark Store Loophole

Rep. Robyn Vining Commends Gov. Evers’ Plan to Close Dark Store Loophole

"The Dark Store Loophole is wrong, and we need to close it."

Homeowners Triumph under Gov. Evers

Homeowners Triumph under Gov. Evers

"Closing the Dark Store loophole will be a huge win for homeowners and small businesses in Wisconsin."

Local Leaders Demand Big Store Tax Reform

Local Leaders Demand Big Store Tax Reform

18 municipal leaders say big box tax loopholes costly, push legislators to change law.

The State of Politics: Clash Over Assessments, Property Tax Brewing
The State of Politics

Clash Over Assessments, Property Tax Brewing

“Dark store” loophole, levy limits and revenue options are looming issues at the Capitol.

Close Dark Store Loophole, Campaign Urges

Close Dark Store Loophole, Campaign Urges

County, municipal representatives say loophole shifts property taxes from big box stores to homeowners.

The State of Politics: Growing Concern Over Dark Store Loophole
The State of Politics

Growing Concern Over Dark Store Loophole

Shift of property taxes from retail stores to homeowners worries many Republicans.

Op Ed: Dark Store Loophole Costs Taxpayers
Op Ed

Dark Store Loophole Costs Taxpayers

Republicans blocked bill that prevented big box retailers shifting taxes to homeowners.

Op Ed: Homeowners Getting Stuck With Tax Bill
Op Ed

Homeowners Getting Stuck With Tax Bill

"Dark store” loophole shifts corporate property taxes to homeowners, Republicans won't address problem.

Republicans Lower Walmart’s Property Taxes, Raise Yours

Republicans Lower Walmart’s Property Taxes, Raise Yours

Local governments and taxpayers will continue to pay for tax loophole

Campaign Cash: Republicans Stall “Dark Store” Bill
Campaign Cash

Republicans Stall “Dark Store” Bill

Bill opposed by special interests ends loophole lowering big box stores' property taxes.