Gwen Moore: Wisconsin Supreme Court should take up gerrymandered maps
Bothfeld v. Wisconsin Election Commission case is an opportunity for Wisconsin to turn a new page and end minority rule at the federal level. The court should move with deliberate speed to remedy this wrong and strengthen our democracy.
Richard Moore: The Legislature that isn’t
Rep. Brent Jacobson and colleagues introduced measures that would return lawmaking power itself to the branch where the Wisconsin constitution says it belongs.
James Causey: Effort to reduce Milwaukee homicides dealt maddening blow
What I admire most about Procell is how he inspired people who made mistakes. He did not shy away from discussing his past or downplay his actions. He is proof that second chances can work.
Bill Kaplan: Be outraged, nonviolent and vote
To check Trump, Americans must be convinced to vote for a Democratic-led Congress. Violence and extreme rhetoric would be wrong and counterproductive. Keep your eyes on the prize.
John Nichols: Tom Tiffany chooses ignorance
Tiffany’s steadfast refusal to break with the administration — even on issues where it would make sense to do so — has often required absurd political contortions. Nowhere was that more evident than in Tiffany’s response to the killing of Alex Pretti.
Jerry Hanson: It’s about deploying fear and intimidation on American streets
America’s largest federal law enforcement agency has become Trump’s own national police force.
David Blaska: Keeping an uncivil tongue
American presidents set a tone. Some do fireside chats, this one pollutes the atmosphere with vengeful rants.
Dept. of Workforce Development, Dept. of Financial Institutions: Celebrate Career and Technical Education Month in Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD) and the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) are celebrating Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month and the role career and technical education plays in preparing Wisconsin students for success after Governor
Dept. of Natural Resources: Samers Bay breakwall project to resume in February
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced construction efforts on the Samers Bay breakwall project are planned to resume this winter, with a portion of the construction likely to occur during the sturgeon spearing season. The main
Sens. Roys, Drake and Johnson: Letter to Sen. Wanggaard
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Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Nomination period open for Ginseng Board of Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting nominations for two seats on the Ginseng Board of Wisconsin through March 27, 2026. DATCP will mail nomination forms to eligible growers. Growers must sign and postmark
Dept. of Natural Resources: Prepare for spring and summer storms with flood insurance
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages Wisconsinites to learn about flood risks across the state and available flood insurance options during Flood Insurance Awareness Week, Feb. 1-7, 2026. According to the Wisconsin Initiative on Climate Change Impacts’
‘UpFront’ explores ACLU’s ICE detainer suit
Attorneys for five Wisconsin sheriffs named in a lawsuit by the American Civil Liberties Union pushing to ban ICE detainers in county jails are asking to have the case heard in federal court. Meanwhile, attorneys for the ACLU are fighting to keep the lawsuit before the Wisconsin Supreme Court.
Sen. Ratcliff: Celebrates Groundhog Day in the Groundhog Capitol of the World
MADISON, WI — Senator Ratcliff (D-Cottage Grove) joined community members in Sun Prairie, the Groundhog Capital of the World, to celebrate the annual Groundhog Day tradition and to present the Governor’s official proclamation recognizing the historic occasion. The celebration centers on Sun
Brennan campaign: Proposes accountability commission for ICE actions
Milwaukee, Wis. — Democratic candidate for governor Joel Brennan outlined his plan to create a state commission empowered to hold ICE accountable for enforcement abuses. The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reported on Brennan’s proposal that would “collect footage of incidents involving federal immigration authorities,