Ruth Conniff: Data centers are a big political issue; what should Wisconsin do about them?
What specific policies should Wisconsinites demand from their political leaders on data centers?
Sean Rowen: Wisconsin hospitals’ price problem
Price transparency alone will not solve every problem with America’s health care system. But competition cannot work when consumers and employers cannot meaningfully compare prices.
Lori Stern: Diarrhea outbreak one of many reasons to support area farms
Foodborne outbreaks point to several problems with our food system. One is consolidation. Whether it’s pork, eggs, lettuce, or strawberries, one or two companies often control the sector.
Xavior Yarn: No one should have to die alone because of homelessness
No one should have to earn the right to die with dignity.
Skylar Baker-Jordan: Congress needs to codify farmers’ right-to-repair
Congress must act, codifying right-to-repair to ensure this undue burden on farmers and the monopoly it creates are broken for good.
Patrick R. Johnson: Dolly Parton offered another way of being American
Dolly Parton loved the place she came from and kept pulling up chairs for people unlike her. Her life made a better America visible, leaving the harder work of building it to all of us.
John Nichols: Dolly Parton was a proud union sister
Organized labor is celebrating the life and legacy of an artist who championed working women and carried a union card for almost 60 years.
Gregory Humphrey: Dolly’s open hand vs. Trump’s closed, grifting fist
Two very different American stories are in focus this week: rich people and what they do with their wealth.
THU News Summary: Crowley leads Tiffany in first head-to-head Marquette poll
TOP STORIES Crowley leading Tiffany in first Marquette head-to-head poll of governor’s race… [Aug. 12-20 poll of 891 registered voters … Among likely voters, Crowley was ahead of Tiffany 49-44. Independents favored Crowley 55-16, but 29% remained undecided. Among registered
Dept. of Revenue: Department of Revenue collections, fiscal year 2026
FY2026 General Purpose Revenues (GPR)Preliminary Fiscal Year 2026Amounts in Thousands ($), rounded *This is the GPR estimate published by the Legislative Fiscal Bureau (LFB) on Jan 15, 2026, modified bysubsequent law changes. General purpose revenues (GPR) increased 3.4% in fiscal
Wisconsin to receive $219M in Meta settlement
A lawsuit filed by 47 states claimed that Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, knowingly added features to foster social media addiction among children and made false claims about the safety of its products.
Van Orden campaign: U.S. Chamber of Commerce endorses Rep. Derrick Van Orden for Congress
ALTOONA, WI — The U.S. Chamber of Commerce today endorsed Congressman Derrick Van Orden for reelection to represent Wisconsin’s Third Congressional District, recognizing his strong record of supporting small businesses, lowering taxes, strengthening American manufacturing, and creating an environment where
Rep. Stubbs: Mourns the passing of Dolly Parton
Madison, WI – On August 25, 2026, country music legend, actress, businesswoman and philanthropist Dolly Parton passed away following a brief battle with cancer. Representative Shelia Stubbs (D-Madison) released the following statement: “Yesterday, the world lost one of the most successful,
WisGOP: Does David Crowley’s Milwaukee County have the highest sales tax in Wisconsin? Yes
MADISON, WI – Democrat David Crowley campaigns on making Wisconsin more affordable, but throughout his time as Milwaukee County Executive, he’s made things more expensive for his constituents. A new fact-check by The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reveals that Milwaukee County has the highest
Dept. of Transportation: Safer Together Community Event highlights partnerships, initiatives to improve transportation safety in Wisconsin
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) hosted transportation partners and the public Wednesday for the third annual Safer Together Community Event. For the first time, the event was held at Rennebohm Park in Madison to highlight the many partnerships and