ACLU of Wisconsin: Files open records requests seeking answers about police killing of Samuel Sharpe Jr.
MILWAUKEE – The ACLU of Wisconsin Wednesday filed a series of open records requests related to the conduct of out-of-state law enforcement agencies brought to Milwaukee for the Republican National Convention. The records requests follow the July 16 killing of Samuel
Dept. of Justice: AG Kaul announces new accelerant detection canine
MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul today announced a new addition to the Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) Canine team with Accelerant Detection Canine (ADC) Bo. Bo joins ADC Tutty as the second ADC
Gov. Evers: Celebrates 40th anniversary of Culver’s, proclaims “Culver’s Day” across Wisconsin
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today proclaimed June 18, 2024, as “Culver’s Day” across Wisconsin and is set to join Craig and Lea Culver, Culver’s Franchising Team Members, and members of the community to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the
Lyerly campaign: Second quarter emphasizes the impact of grassroots fundraising
(Green Bay, WI) – Dr. Kristin Lyerly’s Congressional campaign announced last week in its End-of-Quarter Financial Report that it had raised an incredible $891,005.84 in Q2, showcasing widespread grassroots support and a strong financial foundation as the campaign accelerates toward the
Dept. of Natural Resources: Seeking volunteer hunter education instructors ahead of fall hunting
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking volunteers to promote safe, responsible and ethical hunting practices as hunter education instructors. Volunteer opportunities are available in all parts of the state. Since the program’s creation in 1967,
WisDems: Eric Hovde refuses to answer questions about how he’s a walking conflict of interest
MADISON, Wis. —On Monday, California bank owner Eric Hovde refused to answer questions about how he is a walking conflict of interest. When asked about his financial entanglement with his bank, Hovde refused to answer how he would avoid conflicts of interest if
WisDems: On J.D. Vance’s remarks to the RNC
MILWAUKEE, Wis. — Tonight, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler issued the following statement on Senator J.D. Vance’s remarks to the Republican National Convention: “Today, new reporting revealed J.D. Vance in his own words expressing what we’ve long understood: that he ‘would like
Milwaukee Alliance Against Racist and Political Repression: Statement on MPA dropping SOP 575 lawsuit
Milwaukee WI- The Milwaukee Alliance Against Racist and Political Repression is ecstatic to announce that the Milwaukee Police Association has dropped their lawsuit in opposition to Standard Operating Procedure 575. The Milwaukee Alliance has been fighting for SOP 575 since
Rep. Stubbs: Named Conservation Champion by Wisconsin Conservation Voters
MADISON, WI – Today, Representative Shelia Stubbs was named a Conservation Champion by Wisconsin Conservation Voters. Representative Shelia Stubbs (D-Madison) released the following statement: “I am incredibly honored to have been named a Conservation Champion by the Wisconsin Conservation Voters
Fitzgerald warns Wisconsin RNC delegates to not take ‘foot off the gas’
U.S. Rep. Scott Fitzgerald, R-Juneau, at the RNC in Milwaukee today said Republicans are in a good spot to secure House seats in play, but added “we can’t take our foot off the gas.”
Dave Cieslewicz: So much for that
Today’s theme is that stuff changes. For two nights the Republicans did a fair job of lowering the temperature on their rhetoric. I doubted they could keep it up. They didn’t.
Gregory Humphrey: Where is wife number three at Donald Trump’s 2024 Republican National Convention?
In my lifetime, and of course, decades before that in the rearview mirror too, the spouses of the candidates and nominees were front and center each night of the convention.
Dan Shafer: A reflection on two trips home
Getting around the Republican National Convention and its security perimeter can be challenging. Entrances are not always exits. Vehicle checkpoints can be different from pedestrian checkpoints. Some points are far busier than others. Navigating all of this on foot can make for some longer-than-expected detours.
Barbara Dittrich: Wisconsin August referendum: Vote YES to restore your own voice
It’s election season, and in addition to being out campaigning for my own reelection to the Wisconsin State Assembly, I am out educating voters to say “YES” to their own best interests on the August 13th primary ballot.
Julie Vale: Lawmakers must stand up for veterans, against bad actors in opioid crisis
In the United States, the opioid epidemic has had a profound impact on many communities, including veterans. Veterans often face unique challenges such as chronic pain, mental health issues like PTSD, and the many stresses involved in transitioning back to “ordinary” life as a civilian.