The Fourth Amendment Does Not Ban Looking Around Even In Superior Here’s what the federal complaint lays out. Ian Cuypers made a wrong turn down a one-way street while delivering DoorDash. That’s a traffic ticket….
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In this February 9, 2026 Opinion and Order, the Western District of Wisconsin granted partial summary judgment to Ian Cuypers on his excessive force claim after a City of Superior officer tased him during a traffic stop. The court held that video evidence showed he was not actively resisting and allowed multiple claims, including malicious prosecution and punitive damages, to proceed to trial.
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In April 2024, City of Superior officials and the police chief exchanged emails with a concerned resident regarding a traffic stop where a driver was tased. The correspondence details police use-of-force policies and offers further public discussion.
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Defendants Paine, Serck, and the City of Superior move to dismiss 2700 Winter, LLC’s suit over a rezoning-agenda dispute and alleged contract interference. They argue mandamus is the proper remedy for any refusal to act and that §1983 cannot support a state-law interference claim.
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An October 2024 invoice shows the City of Superior owes $278,882.64 for Phase 1 of its fiber network. As major infrastructure projects like this continue, city expenditures are rising faster than revenues—deepening budget deficits and increasing the likelihood of property tax hikes in 2025 to sustain municipal operations.
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The Minnesota court record for State v. Garner Joseph Moffat documents a 2014 misdemeanor DWI conviction in Duluth and the subsequent collections process. Moffat completed probation and paid all fines by 2018, closing the case with full financial compliance.
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The Minnesota Judicial Branch record for State v. Garner Joseph Moffat (69DU-CR-14-3072) documents a 2014 DWI conviction in Duluth. Moffat pleaded guilty to operating a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol level over 0.08, received a misdemeanor conviction, and completed probation and payments by 2018.
“This Is Not a Close Case”: Superior Police Try to Hide Behind Qualified Immunity—Federal Judge Shreds It Like a Parking Ticket at a Frat Party
Qualified Immunity Gets the Electric Chair You ever see someone try to talk their way out of a mess they created, only for a judge to basically respond, “Oh, no”? That’s exactly what happened when…
Superior’s New Game Show: Who Wants to Replace a Councilman?
Three Ways to Lose One Seat Look alive, 3rd District! Incumbent Garner Moffat isn’t just defending his title this April — he’s duking it out with two fresh challengers, both of whom bring real‑world grit…
Krampus Jim Strikes Again: Superior’s Naughty List Is Getting Longer
Welcome to Christmas in the Paine, where the lights are bright, the debt is brighter, and City Hall keeps singing carols while quietly setting fire to the balance sheet. This year’s holiday hit isn’t from…
Democracy? Never Heard of Her — Superior Council Votes Stay More Hidden Than Mayor Paine’s Budget Math
In Superior, democracy struggles as council votes go unrecorded. Ask your leaders: Why the secrecy? Transparency is vital for accountability!
September 16 City Clowncil Meeting “Deadbeats with Spreadsheets”
Check out Deadbeats with Spreadsheets, a jazz-funk anthem that humorously captures the wild antics of Superior, Wisconsin’s city council, blending satire with catchy grooves.
City Council Chaos: Strip Club Hours Discussed with Mayor’s Weird Committees!
In the chaotic Superior City Council, Mayor Jim Paine juggles strange committees—from strip clubs to dog poop—turning governance into a bizarre spectacle where quirky agendas overshadow serious issues.
Trading Bays and Catching Rays: How Superior’s City Council Mistook City Hall for a Sauna
In a hot meeting, Mayor Jim Paine joked that attendees were practically marinated. Meanwhile, the Parks and Recreation Committee proposed a $1 million budget for a new skate park.
Goats, Nepotism, and Meth Labs: You Won’t Believe What’s Happening at City Hall!
Join us for a wild look at the Superior City Council’s latest meeting, where bureaucratic blunders and small-town antics create a chaotic yet entertaining circus of governance!
Political Ice Breaking in Superior—Is Mayor Paine Headed for a Frosty Exit ?
Last night’s election marked a turning point, delivering a decisive blow to the old political guard. Voters are demanding real change—will the momentum continue?