John Torinus: Biden-Putin escalation: a bargaining chip?
Republicans don’t realize it yet, but Biden gave Trump a bargaining chip against Russia. Trump, the self-anointed master deal-maker, could offer de-escalation of strikes deeper into Russia with U.S. weaponry in return for a truce acceptable to Ukraine.
Gov. Evers, First Lady: Share video message encouraging Wisconsinites to take care of their mental health this holiday season
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with First Lady Kathy Evers, today shared a video message to encourage Wisconsinites to take care of their mental, emotional, and physical health this holiday season, highlight the importance of checking in on loved
Dept. of Natural Resources: Harvest your holiday tree in a northern state forest
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds Wisconsinites that they can harvest a holiday tree from a northern state forest. Trees can be cut down in the Brule River, Flambeau River, Governor Earl Peshtigo River, Governor Knowles
UW-Stout: STEAM day opens world of career, academic possibilities in UW-Stout’s labs, studios
Menomonie High School sophomores have hands-on experiences in workshops across campus The Menomonie High School sophomore class glimpsed the possibilities open in STEAM careers – science, technology, engineering, art and math – during hands-on workshops at UW-Stout recently. The 225
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Holiday toy tips: Consider safety and avoid scams
MADISON, Wis. – Shopping for gifts this holiday season? There are many factors to consider when searching for the perfect present, especially when the recipient is a child. The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) encourages shoppers
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Protect yourself from holiday scams
MADISON, Wis. – During the winter holidays, many Wisconsinites exchange gifts to bring joy and show their appreciation for others. Unfortunately, scammers also know that gift buying and giving is a holiday tradition and will try to take advantage of
Kaufman campaign: Press release
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Wright campaign: Response to WisDems’ endorsement of Jill Underly
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Vos tells ‘UpFront’ he hopes Gableman disbarred
Vos hired Gableman to review the 2020 election. Later, he fired him. The Wisconsin Office of Lawyer Regulation recently filed a complaint accusing Gableman of numerous ethical violations during his review.
MON AM Update: Source says Wikler to make decision on DNC race after Thanksgiving; Vos tells ‘UpFront’ he hopes Gableman disbarred
From WisPolitics … — Wisconsin Dem Chair Ben Wikler will make a decision shortly after Thanksgiving about whether to seek to lead the national party, according to a source familiar with his thinking. So far, Minnesota Dem Party Chair Ken
Sen. LeMahieu: Wisconsin tax burden reaches all time low
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FRI Report: WisPolitics review: DNR since 2020 named at least two responsible for PFAS contamination agency attributed to other parties
Quotes of the Week This is the state’s chief election officer. They’re telling this court that the state’s chief election officer will be forever away from the people. That is not a sustainable result in a democracy.- Attorney Misha Tseytlin,
Gov. Evers: Grants 172 pardons, bringing total pardons granted to 1,436
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he has granted another 172 pardons, bringing his total number of pardons granted to 1,436. “It’s a privilege to be able to hear the unique personal stories of individuals who’ve worked hard to make amends,
Rewind: Your Week in Review for Nov. 22
On this week’s episode of “Rewind,” WisPolitics.com’s JR Ross and CBS 58’s Emilee Fannon discuss Wisconsin’s fiscal outlook, a state Supreme Court hearing that could determine whether Wisconsin Elections Commission Administrator Meagan Wolfe continues in her role, Republican Eric Hovde conceding to Dem U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin and more.
O’Brien campaign: Sean O’Brien announces candidacy for District 16 Alder
Today, lifelong Madisonian and civil rights advocate Sean O’Brien announced his campaign for Madison Common Council District 16. Incumbent Alder Jael Currie will not be seeking re-election in 2025 and has endorsed O’Brien for the seat. O’Brien issued the following