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MADISON – State Representative Amanda Nedweski (R–Pleasant Prairie) introduced legislation today to establish a three-year prohibition preventing members of the Public Service Commission (PSC) from accepting employment with public utility or transmission companies after leaving office. “Wisconsin families are being crushed
MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin – Nominations are now open for the Herb Kohl Service Award, an annual honor recognizing outstanding leadership and service to the Jewish community. Named for one of Wisconsin’s most distinguished leaders, the award honors individuals who have made
WISCONSIN – President Trump made a statement yesterday claiming the federal government should nationalize elections in “many places – 15 places.” This assertion violates the state sovereignty of Wisconsin, and would take away the rights of Wisconsinites to administrate and oversee their own election
Feb. 3, 2026 (Milwaukee) Mount Mary University will host “Carrying the Mission Forward,” a launch celebration for the Institute for the Advancement of Women and Children (IAWC). Founded under the direction of President Isabelle Cherney, the IAWC provides comprehensive tools and essential support to help women thrive in their personal, professional and academic
An online day of giving focused on social and environmental justice Madison, WI – At a time when our values and democracy are under attack, bold action is required. Donations during The Big Share® are an investment in local nonprofits
MADISON, WI – New reporting from the Wisconsin Examiner has Senate Democrats in a position to reclaim the chamber for the first time in over a decade. Democratic challengers Representative Robyn Vining (SD-5), Representative Jenna Jacobson (SD-17), and Racine Transit Director Trevor Jung (SD-21) have emerged as candidates likely
When prior authorizations are transparent and medically grounded, everyone benefits. Patients receive treatment without harmful delays, health plans maintain oversight, and physicians can focus on what we were trained to do: care for people.
Are absentee ballots a right? Can voters sue for monetary damages if there’s a mistake?
Republicans now have a certain nominee without the headache of a bloody primary: U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany, a congressman, former campground manager, and once-legislator from northwestern Wisconsin. Meanwhile, the Democrats are fighting inside their crowded clown car.
Barrett: “I’ve seen how deeply Joel cares for this state, the ideas he brings to solving challenges and his readiness to lead on day one” Brennan: “It’s another way to demonstrate that we are ready to hold ICE accountable for
A formula for saving America
The Department of Homeland Security has changed how it responds to federal Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests from immigrants facing deportation in a way that deprives many immigrants of their only tool for obtaining information they need to prove they deserve to remain in the country.
Last June UW-Madison Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin received a retention bonus of $150,000. She would have gotten $250,000 had she stayed into June of this year, but instead she’s leaving for Columbia University.
How physician-owned hospitals and cash-only providers offer a path to lower health care costs.
Organic farmland is declining. That should be of some concern whether your diet is organic or not.
Tech giants must be pressured to implement a series of protections against fraudulent user accounts and address young people’s vulnerability to sextortionists and predators at large.
Some argue that universal school meals are too expensive. But the truth is, we’re already paying for the consequences of not feeding kids properly.
Our national response to immigrant children reveals a society in moral decay.
While Minnesota is where much of the resistance has been happening, my gratitude spills beyond its borders because the resistance has been virtually everywhere ICE brutality occurs.
Congress has the power and responsibility to ensure that no president, regardless of party, becomes an unconstrained authority. However, as we examine the first year of this current administration, it’s fair to say that Trump has been allowed to run amok.
MADISON – State Representative Amanda Nedweski (R–Pleasant Prairie) introduced legislation today to establish a three-year prohibition preventing members of the Public Service Commission (PSC) from accepting employment with public utility or transmission companies after leaving office. “Wisconsin families are being crushed by some of the highest utility costs in the Midwest,
MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin – Nominations are now open for the Herb Kohl Service Award, an annual honor recognizing outstanding leadership and service to the Jewish community. Named for one of Wisconsin’s most distinguished leaders, the award honors individuals who have made exceptional lifetime contributions to Wisconsin through philanthropy, business, and community
WISCONSIN – President Trump made a statement yesterday claiming the federal government should nationalize elections in “many places – 15 places.” This assertion violates the state sovereignty of Wisconsin, and would take away the rights of Wisconsinites to administrate and oversee their own election processes. The Democracy Defense Project – Wisconsin (DDP-WI) board released
Feb. 3, 2026 (Milwaukee) Mount Mary University will host “Carrying the Mission Forward,” a launch celebration for the Institute for the Advancement of Women and Children (IAWC). Founded under the direction of President Isabelle Cherney, the IAWC provides comprehensive tools and essential support to help women thrive in their personal, professional and academic lives. It offers resources such as professional development workshops and seminars, community healthcare initiatives and
An online day of giving focused on social and environmental justice Madison, WI – At a time when our values and democracy are under attack, bold action is required. Donations during The Big Share® are an investment in local nonprofits that are challenging systems, holding decision‑makers accountable, and keeping democracy
MADISON, WI – New reporting from the Wisconsin Examiner has Senate Democrats in a position to reclaim the chamber for the first time in over a decade. Democratic challengers Representative Robyn Vining (SD-5), Representative Jenna Jacobson (SD-17), and Racine Transit Director Trevor Jung (SD-21) have emerged as candidates likely to flip their respective seats. Conversely, Republicans are facing uncertainty
When prior authorizations are transparent and medically grounded, everyone benefits. Patients receive treatment without harmful delays, health plans maintain oversight, and physicians can focus on what we were trained to do: care for people.
Are absentee ballots a right? Can voters sue for monetary damages if there’s a mistake?
Republicans now have a certain nominee without the headache of a bloody primary: U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany, a congressman, former campground manager, and once-legislator from northwestern Wisconsin. Meanwhile, the Democrats are fighting inside their crowded clown car.
Barrett: “I’ve seen how deeply Joel cares for this state, the ideas he brings to solving challenges and his readiness to lead on day one” Brennan: “It’s another way to demonstrate that we are ready to hold ICE accountable for what happens in Wisconsin” Milwaukee, Wis. — Tom Barrett, former Milwaukee
A formula for saving America
The Department of Homeland Security has changed how it responds to federal Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests from immigrants facing deportation in a way that deprives many immigrants of their only tool for obtaining information they need to prove they deserve to remain in the country.
Last June UW-Madison Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin received a retention bonus of $150,000. She would have gotten $250,000 had she stayed into June of this year, but instead she’s leaving for Columbia University.
How physician-owned hospitals and cash-only providers offer a path to lower health care costs.
Organic farmland is declining. That should be of some concern whether your diet is organic or not.
Tech giants must be pressured to implement a series of protections against fraudulent user accounts and address young people’s vulnerability to sextortionists and predators at large.
Some argue that universal school meals are too expensive. But the truth is, we’re already paying for the consequences of not feeding kids properly.
Our national response to immigrant children reveals a society in moral decay.
While Minnesota is where much of the resistance has been happening, my gratitude spills beyond its borders because the resistance has been virtually everywhere ICE brutality occurs.
Congress has the power and responsibility to ensure that no president, regardless of party, becomes an unconstrained authority. However, as we examine the first year of this current administration, it’s fair to say that Trump has been allowed to run amok.