Christa Westerberg: How to make a Wisconsin open records request: Free tools and tips
Wisconsin’s Open Records law, by design, makes it easy to get records, to fulfill its important objective of informing the electorate. Don’t hesitate to exercise your right to use it.
Richard Moore: The real threat to free speech
It isn’t the rhetoric; it’s the institutional machinery.
James E. Causey: Erika Kirk parody may be offensive. It’s still free speech.
Comedians like Druski often evoke sharply differing reactions. Some praise the humor, others say it crosses a line. Nonetheless, he is entitled to free speech.
Dave Zweifel: Trump’s two wars: one against Iran, the other against us
Donald Trump is waging two wars. One against Iran, the other against America’s working people.
Crowley campaign: Trail mix: recognizing labor, congressional district conventions, and the Jefferson County Spring Forward Dinner
May Day May Day was a great day to kick off the weekend celebrating workers and the history of the labor movement in America. I grew up in a union household and saw how important having a say in the
Krentz campaign: rolls out first wave of endorsements for AD57
BREAKING NEWS — Kevin Krentz, local dairy farmer and former President of the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation (WFBF), released a first wave of endorsements demonstrating a deep level of support for his campaign in the 57th Assembly District. Well-known conservative
Dept. of Transportation: Wisconsin State Patrol reminds drivers, animal-drawn vehicle operators to safely share the road
Animal-drawn vehicles can be a common sight on Wisconsin roads, depending where you are in the state. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation Division of State Patrol is reminding both animal-drawn vehicle operators and motorists to stay alert, watch for one
Free & Just: State Senator Kelda Roys & abortion storytellers spotlight attacks on reproductive freedom in Wisconsin and nationwide
MADISON, WI –– On Saturday, May 2, 2026, Senator Kelda Roys joined Free & Just for a roundtable to discuss how abortion bans across the country are harming families and highlight new attacks on reproductive freedom. The roundtable was moderated by Dana Pellebon,
Dept. of Natural Resources: Keep Wildlife Wild: A fawn’s best chance of survival is with its mother
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public to protect white-tailed deer fawns by leaving them alone while out exploring this spring and summer. If you encounter a fawn while outdoors, the DNR urges you not
Dept. of Public Instruction: State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly celebrates Teacher Appreciation Week
MADISON — Wisconsin proudly celebrates Teacher Appreciation Week, May 4-8, 2026, recognizing the significant impact educators have on the lives of students across the state. Teacher Appreciation Week is an opportunity to honor Wisconsin teachers’ deep commitment to their students’ academic growth, wellbeing and success—an impact that extends
Hughes campaign: Kicks off National Small Business Week with comprehensive plan to strengthen Wisconsin’s small businesses
VIROQUA, WI – This morning, Democrat for Governor and former head of Wisconsin Economic Development, Missy Hughes kicked off Small Business Week by outlining her comprehensive strategy to help Wisconsin’s small businesses start and grow despite the national economic chaos caused by
Gov. Evers: Recognizes public employees, celebrates Public Service Recognition Week and State Employee Appreciation Day
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today shared a video message celebrating Public Service Recognition Week and State Employee Appreciation Day throughout the state of Wisconsin and recognizing the good work public servants and state employees do for kids, families, and communities across the state. Earlier
Gov. Evers, Wisconsin Department of Tourism: Celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with Wisconsin Department of Tourism Secretary Anne Sayers, is kicking off National Travel and Tourism Week, which extends from May 3 through May 9, 2026, with a statewide tour highlighting Wisconsin’s thriving travel and tourism