Climate Power: Earth Day reality: Trump’s EPA decimates environmental protections while energy costs skyrocket
Madison, WI – Over the past year, Trump’s EPA has rolled back protections and canceled crucial funding for communities across Wisconsin. These actions threaten Wisconsinites’ access to clean air and water and make communities across the state less resilient to
Croft campaign: Announces run for State Senate
FRANKLIN, WI… Lifelong Wisconsinite and local businessman Jim Croft released the following statement regarding his decision to run for the 21st State Senate District. The district is currently represented by Senator Van Wanggaard (R-Racine) who recently announced his retirement. “I
Gregg Hoffman: Lasting importance of Earth Day
What’s important now, in 2026, is to not let Earth Day as an institution become stale and something we just do out of tradition and obligation.
Angelique Sharp: Everybody loves sustainability until poverty wears it
If Earth Day is truly about protecting our shared home, then everybody living in that home deserves to be part of the conversation. Protecting the Earth is a shared responsibility, but any vision of sustainability that leaves people behind is incompetent from the start.
Dave Cieslewicz: Environmentalism is the establishment
On the fifty-something anniversary of Earth Day it’s time for the environmental movement to grow up. More accurately, it’s important to admit that we have grown up and grown into the establishment.
Brendan Steinhauser: Wisconsin needs to protect itself from Big Tech
As if Silicon Valley didn’t have enough power over the lives of Wisconsinites, big tech CEOs are coming for more.
Bill Barth: A brief opening for fair elections
Wherever politicians gather enough power to cheat by drawing unfair district lines, count on them to do just that. Republican. Democrat. It’s always wrong.
Mark Belling: It never fails: Cities led by leftists always decline
The city of Waukesha just elected another Democrat mayor. How do you think that’ll work out? The safest prediction is that homelessness, street crime, burglaries and robberies will all continue to go up.
Dan Knodl: Investing in Wisconsin: lower taxes, stronger schools and resilient communities
As negotiations continue between the Wisconsin State Legislature and Gov. Tony Evers, Republicans remain focused on doing two things well: funding our schools responsibly and making sure Wisconsin stays affordable for the taxpayers who make those investments possible.
David J. Decker: Abundant Life Christian shooting shows need for prevention
Better design of public gathering spaces can reduce risk.
Dave Zweifel: The rich give millions to Trump, but nothing to the country
Noting that some billionaires actually get by without paying any income taxes — Donald Trump being the most infamous — there have been several attempts to enact a surtax on their assets.
Milwaukee Jewish Federation: Herb Kohl Service Award winners announced
MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin – The Milwaukee Jewish Federation and Herb Kohl Philanthropies proudly announce the 2026 Herb Kohl Service Award recipients: Robert L. Habush and Judge Derek C. Mosley. These two extraordinary leaders exemplify lifelong commitments to service, philanthropy, and community
UW-Milwaukee: Alumnus and Milwaukee historian Clayborn Benson to serve as commencement speaker
MILWAUKEE_University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee alumnus and renowned Wisconsin historian Clayborn Benson will serve as the commencement speaker for UWM’s Spring 2026 graduation ceremonies on Sunday, May 17, at 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. at the UWM Panther Arena. Benson will address
End Citizens United: Endorses Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul for reelection
End Citizens United (ECU), a leading national anti-corruption and voting rights organization, today endorsed Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul for reelection. “Since taking office, Attorney General Kaul has fought back against repeated attacks on voting rights, using the power of
Republican Wassgren suspends 7th CD campaign
GOP businessman and attorney Paul Wassgren has suspended his campaign for the 7th CD, saying he plans to instead support fellow Wisconsin Republicans and get more involved in the Catholic Church.