When the Badge Becomes the Brand—and You’re the Product Welcome to Superior, Wisconsin. Population: Sketchy Decisions. And Currently Four Federal Rights Lawsuits. Jim’s going to have to take his shoes off pretty quick just to…
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.
$4 Million in Sprinklers for Swingers: Superior’s Mayor Funds Golf Course While Kids Drink Water from Lead Pipes
Mayor Jim Paine’s budget proposal is a mix of hope and humor, with promises of lower taxes but hidden debts. A satirical take on fiscal responsibility.
‘Could’ve Slowed Things Down’: Cop’s Testimony May Cost Taxpayers in Cuyper’s Lawsuit
Police scrutiny mounts as testimony reveals confusion in tasing of DoorDash driver Cuypers; city leadership remains silent amid civil rights lawsuit.
Coming Monday – Superior Police Officer Testimony Breaks Down in Court—Cuypers Lawsuit Gains Steam
Ian Cuypers sues Superior City over a 2024 traffic stop, alleging officer misconduct and serious discrepancies in their reports.
Rezoning Denied, Deal Destroyed — The Latest Civil Rights Lawsuit Jim Paine Doesn’t Want You to Read
New lawsuit accuses Superior officials of blocking business growth and transparency, raising concerns over local investment and accountability.
Unveiling City Hall: The Dirty Secrets City Hall Hopes You’ll Never See
Discover why transparency in government matters! Access city documents easily with our new Document Library—no more FOIA hassles!
FOIA Fiesta: Because Transparency Shouldn’t Require Telepathy
SoupNutz launches a document management system to give you access to over 1,000 years of FOIA documents. Your tax dollars, your documents!
City of Superior Accidentally Forwards Incompetence to the DNR
Explore the bureaucratic mess around the Paine conservation easement in Superior, where legal conflicts and ethical issues could spark a public scandal.