Lucas Vebber and Will Flanders: Central count for absentee ballots problematic. There’s a better way, Milwaukee.
The late-night reporting of absentee ballots in Milwaukee is the result of combination of a very poor policy choice by Milwaukee election officials and a state law that creates inefficiencies in counting. Fortunately, the city has the ability to change course and improve efficiency.
Mark Belling: It’s always ‘different’ when a Democrat does it
Milwaukee gets to oust its election commissioner but GOP can’t get rid of state elections chief.
Spencer Black: If you care about conservation, presidential choice is clear
President Joe Biden has made historic strides to change that and to promote protection of the natural heritage of our public lands as equally important as resource extraction.
John Mielke: Biden’s union-only approach on datacenter infrastructure excludes 70% of Wisconsin’s workforce
The requirements placed on the construction of the artificial intelligence data center not only limit competition but increase costs 12% to 20% and will delay other clean energy and transportation projects.
Dave Zweifel: The romanticism of electing an outlaw as president
ut whether we idolize Jesse James for robbing those conniving railroad moguls, Al Capone’s defiance of those holier-than-thou feds enforcing the prohibition laws, mythicizing Bonnie and Clyde or Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, to put Trump on a pedestal for his willingness to tear down democratic institutions is the proverbial bridge too far. As a nation, we would be eternally sorry.
Ann Zenk: Encourage Wisconsin graduates to pursue a career in health care
As we welcome spring and prepare to celebrate the graduates in our lives, let’s also use National Hospital Week as a reminder of the centrality of hospitals to our communities and the importance of a thriving healthcare workforce. This is a moment to reflect not only on the challenges, but the immense opportunities that lie ahead for healthcare and hospital careers in Wisconsin.
Brian Dake: Small businesses in Wisconsin oppose EV mandate
The Biden administration recently issued a new regulation aimed at reducing vehicle emissions. In doing so, the Environmental Protection Agency is forcing a substantial move toward electric vehicles by the year 2032.
James E. Causey: Why are there more cases of teachers sexually assaulting students?
There is no pinpointed reason why we are seeing an increase in teacher-student relationships. Some experts say it comes down to access and lack of boundaries.
Bill Barth: Listen and learn civic engagement
Young people show the way to participate respectfully in public affairs.
WED News Summary: Senate Republicans override vetoes during heated floor session
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Dept. of Natural Resources: Accepting shooting range grant program applications
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is accepting applications for the Shooting Range Grant Program now through July 15, 2024. The program has $800,000 available for range improvement projects. The grant program provides financial assistance for creating
End Citizens United // Let America Vote: Endorses Katrina Shankland for Congress
End Citizens United // Let America Vote (ECU // LAV) today endorsed Katrina Shankland for Wisconsin’s 3rd Congressional District. Shankland is refusing to take any corporate PAC money in her campaign. “Our broken campaign finance system has allowed special interests
Pfaff campaign: Turns in nomination signatures showing huge grassroots support
MADISON, WI — Last week, State Senator Brad Pfaff turned in over double the required number of nomination signatures to the Wisconsin Elections Commission to appear on the ballot this fall. This submission demonstrates the groundswell of grassroots support for
Sen. Ballweg: Votes to override Governor’s partisan vetoes
Madison… Senator Joan Ballweg and her Senate colleagues voted today to override several of the governor’s partisan vetoes. “The proposals the Senate voted to override today are important to communities across the state, especially rural communities like those in the 14th Senate
Gov. Evers: Celebrates NFL draft coming to “Titletown” in 2025
MILWAUKEE — Gov. Tony Evers today joined representatives from the National Football League (NFL), Green Bay Packers President and CEO Mark Murphy, Wisconsin Department of Tourism Secretary Anne Sayers, and other local elected officials and leaders in Milwaukee at the Lake Express Ferry