April Peterson: Here’s how to protest the use of your tax dollars for war
Here in Madison this tax season, some members of Madison for a World BEYOND War are practicing war tax resistance.
Jones campaign: Thank you, Dane County!
We won! Thank you! I’m deeply honored by the trust the voters of Dane County have placed in me. This campaign has always been about something bigger than any one person – it’s about fairness, integrity, and the belief that
Dave Zweifel: The illogical rationale for organized bigotry
Statistics continue to show that immigrants are, in actuality, two to four times more law-abiding as a group than native-born U.S. citizens.
Rex Huppke: Artemis offers humanity a lifeline amid Earthly challenges
The four astronauts aboard Orion are giving us a profound sense of our own smallness, a reminder that we are a mere speck in the universe. They are showing us what’s possible when people work as one.
Dept. of Natural Resources: Ojibwe spring fishing season starting soon
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds Wisconsinites of the protected tribal right to fish in certain Wisconsin waterways and the legal consequences they could face if found interfering with that right during the upcoming Ojibwe spring fishing
Association of Wisconsin School Administrators: Names McFarland’s Jamie Thomas Wisconsin Middle School Principal of the Year
MADISON — The Association of Wisconsin School Administrators (AWSA) has named Jamie Thomas as the 2026 Middle School Principal of the Year. Thomas serves as principal of Indian Mound Middle School in the McFarland School District. There, she has focused on building
Old World Wisconsin: Launches 50th season, unveils new welcome center and expanded programs and events making America’s 250th Anniversary
EAGLE, Wis. – Old World Wisconsin is entering an exciting new chapter as it prepares to open its 50th season on May 2. With the final phase of its five-year expansion project now complete, the 600-acre living history attraction will
Lead Safe Schools Milwaukee: Environmental expert and community group call on DHS to protect children from lead hazards by closing regulatory gaps during emergency rulemaking window
MILWAUKEE, Wis. — An environmental health expert and Lead Safe Schools MKE arecalling on the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) to adopt comprehensive reforms to the state law that regulates lead hazards through emergency rulemaking before the state’s January
Dept. of Public Instruction: State Superintendent Dr. Underly: Another surge of referendums underscores need for state commitment to public education
MADISON — State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly released the following statement today, as 72 Wisconsin school districts held referendums in Tuesday’s spring general election. “Public schools have been the bedrock of Wisconsin since its founding, when state leaders enshrined in our constitution the responsibility … Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a
Wisconsin Election Association Council Statement on Spring Election Results
The Wisconsin Education Association Council, representing public school educators in the state, welcomes the election of Judge Chris Taylor to the Wisconsin Supreme Court. In earning WEAC’s recommendation in January, WEAC’s educator-members cited Taylor’s strong record of protecting fairness and
The 3rd Congressional District Democrats of Wisconsin: Congratulate Chris Taylor on her victory Tuesday night!
The 3rd CD Democrats of Wisconsin congratulate Judge Chris Taylor on her victory on Tuesday night. Her victory is proof that Wisconsinites want leadership that is fair, compassionate and interested in upholding the rights and freedoms of every person in
Wisconsin Right to Life: Statement on Spring Election
Wisconsin Right to Life issued the following statement today following the results of the Wisconsin Supreme Court race and the election of Judge Chris Taylor. “Elections have consequences, and today’s outcome will shape the direction of our state’s highest court
Dept. of Natural Resources: Reminds hunters and recreators to put safety first as Spring turkey season starts
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters and outdoor enthusiasts to be aware and stay safe during the 2026 spring turkey season, April 15 – May 26. Hunters and public land users may be sharing fields
Dept. of Financial Instituions: Money Smart Wisconsin Scholarship Contest Awards $16,000
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI), in partnership with Edvest 529, Wisconsin’s direct-sold 529 college savings plan, and the Wisconsin Coalition on Student Debt (DebtSmarts), today announced this year’s Money Smart Wisconsin Scholarship Contest recipients. Sixteen Wisconsin high school seniors will receive a
Roys campaign: ‘Our kids deserve the best education in the country’
MADISON – Seventy two school districts across the state went to the ballot box on Tuesday to ask their communities to raise property taxes so they can keep their schools open. The majority of the referendums may have passed, but