http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/flood-wi-road-s5.jpgBridge collapse, storms and floodwaters weaken older roads, funds for local construction and maintenance that do not cover costs. Sen. Kathleen Vinehout writes about a DOT audit which highlighted these and other problems in the State Highway Program.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/juneteenth-flag-buffalo-soldiers-s5.jpgThe Juneteenth Flag will temporarily replace the Progress Pride Flag through Wednesday at sunset.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/wi-senate-swearing-in-s5.jpgSen. Jeff Smith writes about the importance of earned trust and doing one’s own research before making conclusions.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/wisc-capitol-dome-s5.jpgWith state revenue growth flat, Gov. Walker is trying to spend his way out of problems he created to distract voters and provide massive giveaways to the wealthy. Real state revenue growth under the Walker/Trump tandem may make this budget proposal unrealistic.