Gov. Evers: Gov. Evers Welcomes Educators and Staff Back to School with Video Message
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today shared a video message with Wisconsin’s educators, school staff, and administrators to welcome them back to school for the 2026-27 school year. As a former educator, principal, superintendent, and state superintendent, this is Gov. Evers’ 50th Back-to-School season and his
Steven Walters: It’s been a hot summer for news
An insider’s take on Canadian tariffs and Wisconsin, Elon Musk, commutations and elections.
Phillip Connelly: Wisconsin should boost support for mental health clubhouses
By formally incorporating and expanding the Clubhouse model, the state can build on its progress. With stronger support from policymakers, they can work for far more Wisconsinites.
Gregory Humphrey: Data Centers are coming, let’s plan smartly
The question before us is whether we build them in ways that strengthen both the national interest and international requirements and work in tandem with the local communities asked to host them.
Gregg Hoffmann: Affordable, reliable, balanced energy
If you seek a balanced approach to issues, you might take a look at the Natural Allies for a Clean Energy Future.
Spencer Black: Trump’s destruction of public lands will be a damning part of his legacy
President Donald Trump is robbing us of our incredibly valuable natural heritage that is preserved on our public lands — lands we all own as Americans
Natalie Eilbert: Jane Alexander on the arts, the environment and hope for Gen Z
Jane Alexander, the legendary actress of “The Great White Hope” fame will speak at Cap Times Idea Fest with David Maraniss.
John Nichols: Celebrate Dolly Parton’s working-class solidarity
Dolly Parton lifted up the stories of working-class Americans with an artistry — and an instinctual solidarity — that merits celebration on Labor Day.
James Wigderson: Facing Van Orden
The insurrectionist congressman calls a meeting.
John Torinus: Kwik Trip’s ingenuity, principles spell 1000 stores
Kwik Trip’s unique blend of building blocks in its business plan has created a Wisconsin success story.
James E. Causey: If you are going to yell don’t come. My 6-year-old’s wisdom.
A Milwaukee parent tripped a 9-year-old during a youth football game. The incident reminded me of a lesson my daughter taught me years ago.
Larry Witzling: Downtown Milwaukee boulevard for I-794, completing MARK rail plan will build city
Combined with gateway district for intermodal station, it could transform city’s economy.
Spindell pushes Elections Commission to be more aggressive in reviewing Milwaukee central count issues
GOP appointee Bob Spindell pressed the Elections Commission to be more aggressive in reviewing issues at Milwaukee’s central count that led to delays in reporting results from the Aug. 11 primary, saying he didn’t want the issue covered up. That drew a rebuke from Dem commissioner Mark Thomsen, who responded, “There was no cover-up of anything.”
Rep. Sequanna Taylor: State Rep. Sequanna Taylor Praises Silver Spring Neighborhood Center, Veolia and MMSD for Community-Focused Back-to-School and Environmental Initiative
The Aug. 27 event at Silver Spring Neighborhood Center provided backpacks and school supplies to approximately 60 students while introducing children and families to environmental stewardship through hands-on learning, including a rain barrel demonstration. The activity is part of SSNC’s
ACLU Wisconsin: ACLU of Wisconsin Reacts to Newly Announced Milwaukee Oversight of Surveillance Technology
MILWAUKEE – ACLU of Wisconsin Policy Director Amanda Merkwae released the following statement: “The reforms announced today regarding the use and oversight of Flock by the Milwaukee Police Department is certainly welcome news. These changes are a testament to the