Bill Berry: In the fight for democracy, don’t count the boomers out
“A bunch of old hippies.” That was the derisive term used by some to describe 2025’s massive protests of Trump administration policies.
John Nichols: When Rob Reiner joined Wisconsin’s fight to beat Trump
In the fall of 2020, as Republican Donald Trump and Democrat Joe Biden were locked in a high-stakes competition for the presidency, Wisconsin ranked as the ultimate battleground state.
Richard Moore: When dreams (and liberty) go up in smoke
Our governor made sure it won’t be a possibility coming our way any time soon, vetoing a bill to exempt new cigar bars from the state’s public smoking ban.
Amelia Robinson: Trump’s Rob Reiner slam sign of syndrome that plagued Archie
That so many inexcusable things have happened since Trump was re-elected does not somehow make his heartlessness any less vomitous. Dancing on someone’s grave isn’t cute.
LeMahieu: Special committee will review DOJ operations
Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu yesterday announced a special committee that will do a comprehensive review of the state DOJ’s “operations, priorities and external influences” affecting the agency. DOJ spokesperson Riley Vetterkind called the move an “obviously partisan stunt” and
U.S. Rep. Van Orden: Statement on passage of the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) released the following statement after the House passed the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act: “I championed the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act from the start because it’s a straightforward, bipartisan solution
WisDems: ICYMI: Wisconsin Democrats, Main Street Action hold press conference to address the bealth care crisis as ACA open enrollment for January 1st coverage closes
MADISON, Wis. — Today, Senate Democratic Leader Dianne Hesselbein, Assembly Democratic Leader Greta Neubauer, and WisDems Chair Devin Remiker joined small business owners from Main Street Action to address the impacts of the GOP’s ACA cuts and Tom Tiffany’s health care
Kaul defends performance of state crime labs, calls for more resources
In a Dec. 15 interview with WisPolitics, Kaul ticked off a series of improvements at the labs, from a new one opening in Milwaukee next year to using better tests and upgrading information mechanisms.
Sen. Tomczyk: Named vice-chair of Special Committee on Oversight of the Wisconsin Department of Justice
Madison… Senator Cory Tomczyk (R-Mosinee) released the following statement after being named Vice-Chair of the newly formed Special Committee on Oversight of the Wisconsin Department of Justice: “I am honored to be named Vice-Chair of the Special Committee on Oversight
Dane County Exec Agard: Announces acceptance of state grant to support gun violence victims and strengthen community safety
DANE COUNTY – Dane County Executive Melissa Agard today announced that Dane County will receive $100,000 from the Wisconsin Department of Justice’s Byrne Statewide Crisis Intervention Program (SCIP) to expand services for victims of gun violence and support community-driven violence
Civic Media: WFHR Wisconsin Rapids flips to “Local News and Timeless Hits”
Wisconsin Rapids, WI (December 15, 2025) – WFHR 1320 / 97.5 and parent Civic Media are excited to announce a format change launching today, blending essential local news coverage with beloved oldies music. Branded as “Local News and Timeless Hits,” the station will
Wisconsin Bankers Association: Fraud losses top $107 million as imposter scams surge across Wisconsin
Madison, Wis. — Fraud attempts are no longer confined to clumsily-written messages or frantic pleas from celebrities supposedly stranded overseas. With the increasing accessibly and sophistication of artificial intelligence, bad actors can replicate the professional language of a trusted business, or the desperate tone of a family member in da… Please
Dept. of Transportation: Safety plans announced for WIS 82 / IA 9 Mississippi River Bridge demolition on Friday
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), together with the Iowa Department of Transportation, are providing details of the planned implosion on Friday, Dec. 19 for the WIS 82 / IA 9 Mississippi River Bridge project. The implosion and removal of the
Scott Fitzgerald: A merger could bring better streaming
Consumers stand to benefit from Netflix’s acquisition of Warner.
Wisconsin Catholic Conference: Celebrates Wisconsin Supreme Court victory for Diocese of Superior Catholic Charities Bureau
The Wisconsin Catholic Conference (WCC), the public policy voice of Wisconsin’s Catholic bishops, celebrates today’s victory for the Diocese of Superior Catholic Charities Bureau (CCB) at the Wisconsin Supreme Court. The Wisconsin Supreme Court this morning ordered that CCB and