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.
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.
At its October 7, 2025 meeting, the Superior Common Council received the Mayor’s 2026 budget presentation and voted to postpone action pending a November 4 public hearing. Highlights included a 1.55% levy decrease driven by reduced debt service, seed funding for part-time Community Service Officers and firefighter mental-health checkups, and CIP placeholders for clerk archiving and expanded DTA service.
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.
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.
“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!
Mayor Paine and Director Serck Sued for Civil Rights Violations
Mayor officials face a lawsuit claiming misconduct over waterfront redevelopment favors The Shack restaurant, funded by taxpayers. Legal implications loom.
Mayor Jim’s Tourism Blunder: He Just Copied Duluth and Hoped No One Noticed
Mayor Jim Paine’s weak leadership shows as Superior’s tourism plan fails, focusing on sales tax instead of real attractions, unlike Duluth. There’s a clear need for vision and strategy.
Lindsey Graskey’s $500K Grain Elevator Project Sparks Controversy Over Costs
Superior’s city council discusses a $500,000 mural on a grain elevator, raising concerns over spending priorities as residents face crumbling infrastructure and higher taxes.
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.
City Council Hosts Taser Fest—Next Up, a Pepper Spray Potluck!
Join us for the First Annual Taser & Toxic Tap Water Festival in Superior! Enjoy unique contests like the Lead Chug Championship and celebrate our city’s quirky spirit—nothing shocks like a great festival!