Analysis: The Results of the 2016 Milwaukee City and County Election
Voters re-elected Chris Abele, Tom Barrett and many other incumbents holding elected offices in the city and county. Why?
Letting Go: The Future of County-owned Cultural Institutions
Is Milwaukee’s top cultural landlord escaping the cultural landscape?
What Will Happen to the Marcus Center?
The performing arts venue’s ownership is in question, and no one seems willing to do the job.
What Will Happen to the Marcus Center?
The performing arts venue’s ownership is in question, and no one seems willing to do the job.
Power and the Campaign for Milwaukee County Executive
The shift of power in Milwaukee County government is proving to be an important part of the race between Chris Abele and Chris Larson.
The Jinx
When a well-worn political springboard falls short.
The Color of Power
Although minorities make up nearly half of Milwaukee’s population, the city has never elected a person of color as mayor. And after Ald. Joe Davis came up short in Tuesday’s mayoral primary, that will be the case again in 2016.
Executive Action
In the race for Milwaukee County Executive, incumbent Chris Abele is spending early, indicating he’s not taking this election for granted. We break down some of the factors at play in his campaign against state Sen. Chris Larson.
The Long View: The 12-Year Job Review of Mayor Tom Barrett
As mayor for 12 years, Tom Barrett has been more of a manager-in-chief than a visionary. Is that enough to carve out a legacy? A report card on Barrett’s performance.