George Mitchell: Influential Harvard journal recognizes Wisconsin’s Kim Feller
Far too few know the incredible story of Wisconsin’s Feller School and the promise it holds to address the literacy crisis that affects schools across the state and country.
Natalie Eilbert: The Wisconsin school board hell-bent on erasing history
The Watertown School Board set a dangerous precedent last week when all but one member voted to ban the Watertown Wind Symphony’s performance of “A Mother of a Revolution!” by Omar Thomas.
John Nichols: Henry David Thoreau and Wisconsin’s wild apples
Thoreau’s reflection on wild apples drew on many sources of inspiration — including, knowing chroniclers now suggest, Wisconsin.
Federal judge punts immigration detainer lawsuit back to state Supreme Court
A federal judge has sent back to the Wisconsin Supreme Court a lawsuit challenging the practice of local sheriffs holding people at the request of federal immigration officials.
Sen. Quinn: Endorses Marine Veteran Kevin Hermening for Congress
State Senator Romaine Quinn (R-Birchwood) today announced he is endorsing marine veteran Kevin Hermening in the 7th congressional district Republican primary. “When our community, our state, and our nation was in need – Kevin Hermening has always answered the call. From
Common Ground: Statement in response to Corey Zetts: “Time to call in the State Legislative Audit Bureau”
While we appreciate that Corey Zetts and the MMSD Commission finally announced an independent audit, we have several concerns. Given these concerns, we believe the circumstances call for a higher authority, in particular, the State Legislative Audit Bureau (LAB), with
UW-Green Bay: Is among the first in 51 years to graduate incarcerated students with a bachelor’s degree completed inside prison walls
GREEN BAY, Wis. – In a ceremony today, members of Oakhill Correctional Institute’s first class of UW-Green Bay bachelor’s degree graduates celebrated their persistence to a degree in Organizational Leadership. UW–Green Bay is part of the University of Wisconsin Coalition for
Democratic Party of Wisconsin Jewish Democrats: Statement on the attack on the Islamic Center of San Diego
Milwaukee, WI: The Jewish Caucus of the Democratic Party of Wisconsin is horrified and heartbroken by today’s violent attack on a Islamic Center of San Diego. We unequivocally condemn this act of hate and stand in full solidarity with our
WisDems: Van Orden admits high gas prices are a result of war he supports
MADISON, Wis. — At the WisGOP convention over the weekend, Derrick Van Orden admitted that Trump’s war with Iran — a war Van Orden has loudly cheered on — is driving up higher gas prices and hurting Wisconsinites’ wallets. Van Orden admitted that things
Democratic Governor Association: Republican members of Congress running for Governor still need to answer for their votes hiking gas prices
As gas prices hit record highs across the country, House Republicans and current gubernatorial candidates Andy Biggs (AZ), David Schweikert (AZ), Randy Feenstra (IA), John James (MI), and Tom Tiffany (WI) voted last week to continue Trump’s costly war in
Marquette University: Marquette President Ah Yun named to Board of Directors for Children’s Wisconsin
MILWAUKEE — Marquette University President Kimo Ah Yun has been named to the board of directors for Children’s Wisconsin, the region’s only independent healthcare system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. Children’s Wisconsin is governed by a
Dept. of Corrections: UW System awards first bachelor’s degrees to incarcerated students in more than 50 years
MADISON, Wis. – Cristobal Guerrero-Kresovich’s world is expanding. He’s currently working a job in the community and making plans for a brighter future. “I’m looking forward to turning in my blue collar for a white collar,” Guerrero-Kresovich said. “When I go
Rep. Fitzgerald: Applauds state funding awarded to two community projects with positive impact for the 46th District
MADISON – Last week, the Wisconsin State Building Commission awarded funding to community development projects from around the state through the Non-State Grant Program. State Representative Joan Fitzgerald (D-Fort Atkinson) celebrated the approval of funds for two community projects with
WisDems: Wisconsin Republicans completely ignore cost crisis at convention
MADISON, Wis. — Over the weekend the WisGOP hosted their convention where they endorsed their favorite MAGA candidates and cemented their extreme midterm agenda. All the while they completely avoided the most important issue their constituents have been crying out for them
Pellitteri Waste Systems: Pellitteri Waste Systems adds two municipalities for curbside waste & recycling collection
DANE COUNTY, Wis. (May 18, 2026) — Pellitteri Waste Systems — a leading independent, family-owned and operated, waste and recycling service provider — started 2026 with two new municipal contracts, bringing the total local communities served by Pellitteri to 46 and more