http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/kevin-mccarthy-senate-s439.pngMcCarthy will likely have to rely on Democratic votes to pass spending bills next year to make up for defections within his own conference, which will undercut his negotiating leverage and spark fights with the conservatives.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/money-behind-politics-s440.jpgReport finds spending by special interest groups in this fall’s legislative races in Wisconsin and for the governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general, secretary of state, and treasurer shattered the old record by 50 percent.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/voters-2022-getty-s430.pngNorthshore Milwaukee suburban district needs new state senator due to retirement of Alberta Darling.

http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/jobs-now-hiring-s450.pngLabor market doesn’t look like one about to tip into recession, says economist.