Brad Cole: Bigger, heavier trucks would be a danger to Wisconsin’s highways
As a sheriff, my oath is to protect life and preserve public safety on our roads. Increasing truck size and weight not only threatens motorists, it imperils every deputy, EMS technician, and firefighter who responds to traffic accidents every day and night.
Robert VerBruggen: Big federal bucks so far produce a paltry 21 EV charging stations in Wisconsin
Brief pause didn’t help, nor does weak market for electric cars; private sector efforts outstrip government
Michelle Bryant: Trump sues IRS: Make it make sense
The President of the United States is suing the IRS for billions of dollars, while simultaneously controlling the executive branch agencies responsible for defending and prosecuting the case.
Bill Kaplan: Support U.S. troops, stand up to Putin
No Wisconsin GOP member of Congress has protested Russian military aid to Iran, which is killing and wounding U.S. troops.
Richard Moore: Why Trump (rightly) fired the National Science Foundation Board
President Trump’s recent firing of all 22 members of the National Science Foundation board ignited the sort of institutional panic one normally associates with medieval villagers spotting a comet.
Earth Justice: Wisconsin Judge orders partial freeze on Line 5 construction
Washburn, WI – The Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa has won a partial stay from Wisconsin’s Iron County Circuit Court immediately halting some of Enbridge’s construction activities on the Line 5 reroute project. Following a packed court hearing last month, Judge John P. Anderson ruled that Enbridge must cease all work at four
Dept. of Transportation: Buckle Up: Wisconsin State Patrol’s Click It or Ticket campaign is underway
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation Division of State Patrol is joining law enforcement agencies across the state in the national Click It or Ticket campaign from May 18-31. The annual campaign reminds drivers that seat belts save lives with focused
Wisconsin Historical Society: Engage with history during America’s 250th Anniversary year at the Wisconsin Historical Society’s History Maker Space this summer
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Historical Society’s History Maker Space is launching a series of programs to mark America’s 250th anniversary. Highlights include a NEW “Democracy in Action” walking tour and a Gen Z–focused pizza party centered on civics, democracy
Americans for Prosperity: AFP-WI congratulates Tom Tiffany on receiving GOP endorsement for Governor
Madison, WI — Americans for Prosperity–Wisconsin (AFP–WI) congratulated Tom Tiffany after he secured the official endorsement for governor from the Wisconsin Republican Party at their convention over the weekend. Tom will now face off against one of the radical, far-left
Center for EcoTechnology, Wisconsin Harvest Network: Milwaukee and Madison partners expand local support for restaurants to prevent wasted food
Milwaukee, WI / Madison, WI — Local organizations in Milwaukee and Madison are expanding their work with restaurants to prevent wasted food and strengthen local food recovery systems. The City of Milwaukee Environmental Collaboration Office, Dane County Department of Waste
City of Madison: School street pilot project
Marquette Elementary is the site of Madison’s School Street Pilot Project. Beginning Monday, May 18th and continuing every school day through Wednesday, June 10th, Jenifer Street, between Thornton Avenue and Rogers Street, will be closed during morning student arrival from 7:00am
Blackhawk Technical College: Celebrates Spring 2026 graduates at two commencement ceremonies
JANESVILLE, Wis. — Blackhawk Technical College held two commencement ceremonies on May 16, celebrating more than 370 graduates at the Dream Center at Central Christian Church in Beloit. “Graduates, when you walk across that stage, take this moment in. You
Gov. Evers: Gov. Evers, WisDOT release 2026 Rustic Roads Guide featuring 126 Rustic Roads and five scenic byways across Wisconsin
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) and the Wisconsin Department of Tourism, today announced the 2026 Rustic Roads Guide is now available in print and online, showcasing Wisconsin’s 126 unique Rustic Roads and Wisconsin’s five Scenic Byways. A new
Clean Lakes Alliance: Clean Lakes Alliance and Public Health Madison and Dane County launch enhanced beach testing pilot to reduce closures
Madison, Wis., May 18, 2026 — Clean Lakes Alliance, in partnership with Public Health Madison & Dane County, is launching a pilot study to better understand elevated E. coli levels that frequently lead to beach closures across the Yahara chain
Assembly Democrats: Former Menasha Common Council Member Becky Nichols announces bid for Assembly District 53
MENASHA, Wis. – Today, Becky Nichols announced her candidacy for the 53rd Assembly District. Nichols served on the Menasha Common Council from 2013-2025 and was a County Board member from 2022-2024. Nichols has been heavily involved in the Menasha community,