LaKeshia Myers: On ice and against the odds: Honoring our Black winter Olympians
We are out here — on the ice, in the snow, at the top of the podium — because excellence doesn’t wait for an invitation. It shows up anyway.
Patrick R. Johnson: Student journalism is civic infrastructure. Protect it.
If we want stronger local journalism anywhere, we should stop talking about trust as a mood and start treating it as a practice.
Lena Taylor: On the passing of the Rev. Jesse Jackson
When members of the Wisconsin Legislature, myself included, chose to leave the state to stand against an attack on workers’ rights, Rev. Jackson was there. He didn’t just lend his voice, he lent his heart and resources.
Bill Berry: Don’t worry, tree-huggers, the earth will survive
Now is a dark time in environmental history. Fortunately, the earth will survive, with or without humans.
Erin McGroarty: Ukraine’s spirit is unbreakable despite four years of war
Measured by their dedication to mutual aid, and their refusal to let fear dictate daily life, the people of Ukraine have already demonstrated a strength that no missile can extinguish.
Madison Area Technical College: 2026 Madison College Pitch competition seeks teen innovators
Turn your idea into the next big thingMADISON, Wis. — The 2026 Madison College Pitch invites aspiring teen entrepreneurs to develop, refine and launch their business ideas, with a chance to win up to $500. High school students will team up
U.S. Attorney Schimel: Pennsylvania man sentenced to 15 years in prison for exploitation of Oshkosh minor
Brad D. Schimel, United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Wisconsin, announced that on February 23, 2026, Zachary J. Vogt (age: 20) of West Chester, Pennsylvania, was sentenced to 180 months’ imprisonment by U.S. District Court Judge Byron B. Conway
U.S. Attorney Schimel: Former Omro alderman sentenced for receipt of child pornography
Brad D. Schimel, United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Wisconsin, announced that on February 20, 2026, Jason A. Reeves (age: 44), of Omro, Wisconsin, was sentenced to 66 months’ imprisonment after pleading guilty to a charge of Receipt of
Dept. of Natural Resources: Awards Brownfield Grant to City of Berlin
Funds Will Support Environmental Assessment MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the award of a Brownfield Grant to the city of Berlin to assist with the investigation of potential contamination at the former location of
Dept of Transportation: New research reaffirms salt brine effectively clears Wisconsin highways
Salt brine used between 40% and 72% less salt than traditional rock salt application The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is sharing results from a recent university-led research project that reinforces the effectiveness of salt brine applications in winter highway maintenance compared to
Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty: Goes to Washington, D.C. to advocate for voter ID & election security
The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) will be in Washington, D.C. this week to advocate for Voter ID as well as efforts to protect elections through improved voter roll maintenance, oversight, and other election integrity measures. Deputy Counsel Lucas Vebber will
Rep. Anderson: Running for re-election to 45th Assembly district
Beloit, WI — State Representative Clinton Anderson announced today that he is seeking re-election to the Wisconsin State Assembly, saying the fight for working families in southern Wisconsin is far from over and the stakes in the next election could
UW-Stout: Among Wisconsin manufacturing leaders uniting to accelerate AI adoption across the state
MKE Tech Hub, WMEP and UW-Stout form strategic partnership to support mid-market manufacturers Story Link FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFeb. 24, 2026 Menomonie, Wis. – Three of Wisconsin’s leading manufacturing support organizations announced today a groundbreaking partnership to help mid-market manufacturers strategically
Dept of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Public notice: Submit comments by March 2 for Linex® 4L use on potatoes
MADISON – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting comments through March 2, 2026 for a proposed special pesticide registration to control weeds in potatoes. The special registration proposed by DATCP is for Linex® 4L herbicide,
Wisconsin Policy Forum: Funding the first years and beyond: Options to raise revenue for child care
Report looks at state and local possibilities under current state law, and examples in other states As the availability and affordability of child care has become an increasingly pressing issue, most potential options in Wisconsin to generate new child care