‘The Insiders’ consider what Evers, lawmakers will seek to do with Wisconsin’s $4B surplus
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, consider what Dem Gov. Tony Evers the GOP -controlled Legislature will do with the state’s $4 billion surplus as work begins on the next biennial budget. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
Scott Walker: How leftist judges can thwart reform
An activist judge in Wisconsin gave big government special interests an early Christmas present with a ruling this week on the reforms known as Act 10.
Paul Fanlund: Prosser’s complicated legacy reflects how times have changed
His career in public service is a perfect microcosm of the before-and-after eras of Wisconsin politics.
Bill Lueders: Long waits undercut open records law
Governments have stalled for months to provide records.
Alaina Harkness: AI uses so much water. If Midwest wants tech growth, let’s plan to sustain it.
Data centers, like the one Microsoft is building in Mount Pleasant, use massive amounts of water for cooling.
Judith Davidoff: The selfish case for selflessness
Studies have shown that those who volunteer reap benefits themselves in improved mental and physical health.
Dave Zweifel: Wisconsin political activist turns to fiction
Mike McCabe’s new book, “Miracles Along County Q,” is centered on a mythical small Wisconsin town called “Faith” in the heart of Clark County, which happens to be where McCabe toiled as a youngster on the family farm.
FRI News Summary: Baldwin-Vance bill passes Senate; Evers rejects Trump deportation plans
TOP STORIES Senate passes Baldwin-Vance bill to safeguard taxpayer-funded inventions … Invent Here, Make Here Act, was passed unanimously … to ensure taxpayer-funded inventions are not manufactured overseas in countries like China. … [expands on her 2022 law] requiring that
Glendale Mayor Kennedy: To lead National Democratic Party Group
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Dept. of Public Instruction: Named recipient of 2024 Diversity Award
MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction today was named the recipient of the 2024 Diversity Award for its strong commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. The Diversity Award was established in 2000 by the State Council on
Gov. Evers: Appoints Kerry Kirn as Clark County Sheriff
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today appointed Kerry Kirn as Clark County Sheriff. The appointment fills a vacancy being created by Sheriff Scott Haines’ resignation. Kirn will complete the remainder of the unexpired term that ends January 2027. “Kerry Kirn
Gov. Evers: Orders flags to half-staff in honor of National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today ordered the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff on Sat., Dec. 7, 2024, in honor of National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. “On National Pearl Harbor
Rep. Van Orden: Challenges VA on $6.6 billion budget shortfall and misleading public statements
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03), Chairman of the Economic Opportunity Subcommittee, participated in a House Veterans’ Affairs full committee hearing on the Veterans Administration’s $6.6 billion budget shortfall request. During the hearing, Congressman Van Orden questioned the
Rep. McGuire: Statement on Eli Lilly’s $3 billion investment in Kenosha County
KENOSHA – Rep. Tip McGuire made the following statement on Eli Lilly’s $3 billion investment in Kenosha County: “Today I joined Gov. Tony Evers and local leaders at the announcement of Eli Lilly’s historic $3 billion investment in Kenosha County.
Gov. Evers: With Eli Lilly and Company celebrate $3 billion expansion of manufacturing facility in Wisconsin
KENOSHA — Gov. Tony Evers today joined Eli Lilly and Company officials to announce a $3 billion expansion of the Kenosha County manufacturing facility that the company acquired earlier this year. According to Lilly, this investment will extend the company’s global parenteral