Lilliana Greisch: America stacks the deck against women in politics
As a young woman in university studying politics, I am inspired by women who hold political office, but it becomes obvious that female candidates must prove themselves to a further extent than male candidates.
WED News Summary: Evers signs new law to help kids access consistent therapy at school
WED News Summary: Evers signs new law to help kids access consistent therapy at school TOP STORIES Opioid treatment money stalled by anonymous JFC member … [JFC co-chair Born and Marklein in letter to DHS Sec. Johnson] contained a mere
Terrance Wall: Some good news out of court lately
Finally, a few correct court decisions. It’s about time.
Mike McCabe: Canary in a park shelter
There was a time when we Americans were pretty sure democracy was invented here and saw it as our duty to share our creation with the rest of the world. Today, we treat democracy the way we treat immigrants. With suspicion. As an intruder. An imposition.
David Blaska: Show me the crime
Trump may be guilty, but not of this.
Gregory Humphrey: Donald Trump’s lies, Fox News kneels, GOP base laps it all up
We did not need more proof that Donald Trump tells lies, that Fox News is a national joke, or that the base of the Republican Party eats up right-wing media and is deeply and sickly involved in a partisan cult. Yet, this week we are being treated to more examples of why all three statements are fact-based.
Gov. Evers, PSC: Announce $7.8 million awarded to support clean energy innovation in Wisconsin
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today, as the state and country celebrate Earth Week, that the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC) awarded $7.8 million from the Energy Innovation Grant Program (EIGP) to 28 projects that will expand access to clean energy and invest in the adoption of innovative technologies and processes. Since the program’s inception in
Dept. of Natural Resources: Announces drawdown For Navarino Wildlife Area
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced it will be conducting a full drawdown on two flowages at Navarino Wildlife Area: Hanson Flowage and 80 Acre Flowage. The drawdowns will begin this spring, and water levels
WUWM 89.7: Milwaukee’s NPR to launch political podcast “Swing State of the Union”
Milwaukee – On May 1, WUWM 89.7 – Milwaukee’s NPR will release its first digital first product, a weekly podcast called “Swing State of the Union” (SSOTU). The podcast will be hosted by WUWM’s “Lake Effect” producer Joy Powers and production
City of Milwaukee: Accepting applications for new round of Fresh Food Access Grants
MILWAUKEE – The City of Milwaukee is launching the latest round of the Fresh Food Access Fund this week with new grants available to support healthy food initiatives in Milwaukee. The Fresh Food Access Fund will provide a total of
Wisconsin Historical Society: Theodore I. and Margaret Morey House listed in the National Register of Historic Places
WAUKESHA, Wis. – The Wisconsin Historical Society announces the listing of the Theodore I. and Margaret Morey House in the National Register of Historic Places on April 3, 2024. The farm is located in a small neighborhood east of the
USDA: Invests $4.5 million in clean energy and domestic biofuels to strengthen Wisconsin farms and small businesses
MARION, Wisc., April 24, 2024 – Today, in honor of Earth Day 2024, Rural Development Wisconsin State Director Julie Lassa announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is funding 19 clean energy projects to lower energy bills, expand access to domestic biofuels and create
Better Business Bureau” Tip: Finding the right landscaping and lawn care pro can save you time, money
Milwaukee, Wis. – A beautiful lawn can be both appealing and environmentally friendly, but it can take a lot of work and be a tricky project, and the best of circumstances can still be challenging; extended periods of extreme weather, dull lawnmower
Solis campaign: Republican lawyer announced bid for Kenosha County District Attorney
April 23, 2024 – Bristol, WI – Attorney Xavier Solis (R-Bristol) announced his candidacy for the office of Kenosha County District Attorney today. A graduate of the University of Illinois-Chicago Law School, Xavier has been dismayed at the poor record
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Votes to protect Americans, support allies and deliver humanitarian aid to civilians
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) released the following statement after voting to send the National Security Supplemental bill to the President’s desk: “This bipartisan package delivers the resources we need to keep our families safe from threats