Michael Lucas: The original bill of rights
Two things are often overlooked in this important history: first, that there is a Preamble to the Bill of Rights which clearly explains the document’s purpose to restrain federal power, not the states; and second, that today’s Bill of Rights is not what was originally proposed to Congress.
Mark Lisheron: State Preservation Board does historic pivot on 100 East
A reversal by the State Historic Preservation Review Board on the significance of the 35-year-old “postmodern” 100 East building in downtown Milwaukee could mean tens of millions of dollars in tax breaks if the building is fully renovated.
TUE News Summary: Public officials offer condolences, call for change after Madison school shooting
TOP STORIES Madison school shooting is Wisconsin’s deadliest on record… [15-y/o female] student shot and killed a teacher and fellow student and wounded at least six others at Abundant Life Christian School in east Madison [390 students, K-12] … the
Wisconsin public officials, Biden offer condolences after Madison school shooting
Wisconsin public officials offered their condolences after three people died in a shooting at a Madison private school yesterday. Gov. Tony Evers ordered flags to fly at half-staff through Sunday in their honor.
Giffords Law Center: NEW: Wisconsin earns a C grade for gun safety laws
WASHINGTON — GIFFORDS Law Center to Prevent Gun Violence released the latest edition of its Annual Gun Law Scorecard, which grades and ranks each state on the strength of its gun laws. The comprehensive, 50-state analysis reflects that states with stronger gun laws have lower
Dept. of Natural Resources: Seeks nominations for 2024 Ethical Hunter Award
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is accepting award nominations for the 2024 Wisconsin Ethical Hunter Award. Nominees are selected based on exceptional moral actions and character while out in the field. Established in 1997, the award
Dept. of Natural Resources: Seeking public comment for environmental review of City Of Clintonville Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the city of Clintonville is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program to improve its public drinking water system. The project includes the replacement of
Gov. Evers: Signs executive order lowering the flags to half-staff in honor of the victims of the Abundant Life Christian School tragedy
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today signed Executive Order #248 ordering the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff beginning on Mon., Dec. 16, 2024, in honor of the victims of the
Reversing course, Kinser files for state schools superintendent race
Education consultant Brittany Kinser, who told WisPolitics last week she had decided against a run for state superintendent, reversed course and has filed to run for the office this spring. Kinser, who describes herself as a “Blue Dog Democrat,” declined
TUE AM Update: JCRAR to consider suspending ban on having firearm while fishing
From WisPolitics … — A joint legislative committee plans to vote today on suspending a state rule that bars anyone from having a firearm while fishing after the DNR determined it was the best option to nix the prohibition since
Rep. Baldeh: Statement on the shooting at Abundant Life Christian School
The devastating news from Abundant Life Christian School this morning is sending shock waves throughout the greater community. There are no words adequate to the heartbreaking loss of life, the injuries, and the trauma. My heart is with everyone on
Rep. Stubbs: Statement on the tragic shooting at Abundant Life Christian School
MADISON, WI –Representative Shelia Stubbs (D-Madison) released the following statement regarding a fatal shooting incident that occurred this morning at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison: “My heart goes out to the students, staff, families, and community of Abundant Life
Rep. O’Connor: Statement on shooting at Abundant Life Christian School
FOND DU LAC – Representative Jerry O’Connor (R-Fond du Lac) released the following statement on today’s shooting at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison: “I am deeply saddened by the news of the shooting at Abundant Life Christian School. My
Rep. Omokunde: Statement on school shooting in Madison
MADISON–State Representative Supreme Moore Omokunde offered the following statement in response to the tragic school shooting that occurred today at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison: “I am deeply saddened that we have another one of these dark moments in our
Libertarian Party of Wisconsin: Statement on Madison shooting
The Libertarian Party of Wisconsin (LPWI) would like to extend our thoughts and prayers to all the victims and families of all those affected by the shooting earlier today at the Abundant Life Christian School in Madison. We condemn all