U.S Dept. of Justice: Mexican citizen sentenced to 8 months for illegally reentering the United States after prior removal
MADISON, WIS. – Timothy M. O’Shea, United States Attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin, announced that Rafael Cruz-Hernandez, 39, a citizen of Mexico found in Monroe County, Wisconsin, was sentenced today by U.S. District Judge William M. Conley to 8 months in prison for illegally reentering the
Americans for Prosperity-Wisconsin: Applauds introduction of Wisconsin’s red tape reset reforms
Madison, WI – Today, Americans for Prosperity-Wisconsin (AFP-WI) announced its support for Wisconsin’s Red Tape Reset, a transformative legislative package introduced by Republican lawmakers from the State Assembly and Senate. This bold initiative aims to eliminate excessive regulations, enhance Wisconsin’s competitiveness, and
Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty: Calls for “red tape reset” in new report examining Wisconsin’s regulatory environment
The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) released a new report called “Regulatory Reform in Wisconsin: An Opportunity for Greater Economic Growth.” The report makes the case for much-needed regulatory reform in the state while also highlighting several solutions
Wisconsin Supreme Court: Releases investigation report
Madison, Wisconsin (April 30, 2025) — In late June of 2024, the Wisconsin Supreme Court suffered a breach of trust the court had not experienced in its history. The court was shocked to learn on June 26, 2024, that a confidential
Climate Power: $2.5 billion in Wisconsin clean energy investments already threatened under Trump, with thousands of jobs at risk
Madison, WI — In just 100 days in office, President Trump’s tariffs, executive orders, and all-out assault on clean energy have put Wisconsin’s clean energy boom at risk. New data released today from Climate Power shows that 95 clean energy
Sen. Johnson, Sen. Roys, Rep. McGuire, Rep. Andraca: JFC Dems share feedback received from state budget public hearings
MADISON — Today, Democratic members of the Joint Committee on Finance (JFC) held a press conference in the State Capitol to discuss the feedback they have received throughout the state on Gov. Evers’ proposed 2025-27 biennial budget. The official JFC
WED News Summary: Supreme Court suspends Milwaukee judge accused of helping undocumented immigrant evade ICE
TOP STORIES Wisconsin high court suspends Milwaukee judge accused of helping man evade ICE agents… In its two-page order, the court said it was acting to protect public confidence in Wisconsin courts during the criminal proceedings against Dugan. … acting
Gov. Evers: And DWD announce record-high enrollment for Youth Apprentices for fourth year in a row on National Apprenticeship Day during 2025 the Year of the Kid
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today, together with the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD), celebrated “National Apprenticeship Day” and 2025 the Year of the Kid by announcing that for the fourth year in a row, Wisconsin’s Youth Apprenticeship program set a new record
WisDems: ICYMI: “Republican Senators Pan Proposed House Changes To Medicaid As ‘Cutting Benefits’”
MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, Semafor revealed that even some of Donald Trump’s biggest allies aren’t buying the House GOP’s desperate spin cycle, blasting GOP efforts to cut Medicaid funding after House Republicans approved a budget that would cut as much as $880 billion from
Rep. Murphy: Condemns Democratic defense of Judge Hannah Dugan’s alleged obstruction
MADISON, WI – State Representative Dave Murphy (R-Greenville) reacted to the latest developments surrounding Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan’s case and the reactions of several prominent Democrats. Judge Dugan was arrested on federal charges of obstructing U.S. Immigration and Customs
Dept. of Transportation: REAL ID deadline: Majority of Wisconsinites are ready
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) notes that over 64% of Wisconsinites already have a REAL ID driver’s license or identification card. On May 7, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will begin enforcing the requirement
Janine P. Geske, John T. Chisholm, and Dean A. Strang: Protecting justice for all: Why access to counsel is fundamental to the rule of law
The column below reflects the views of the author, and these opinions are neither endorsed nor supported by WisOpinion.com. May 1st is Law Day, an opportunity to celebrate a bedrock of our nation, the Rule of Law. As Wisconsin lawyers,
Sarah Keyeski: Taking action to lower costs for working class Wisconsinites
While our state sits on a surplus of $4 billion, I believe it’s high time we invest that money to improve the quality of life for Wisconsinites.
Sara Gabler: Workday and the excesses of higher-ed “efficiency” consultants
In higher ed, consulting fees and big technology buys go hand-in-hand with austerity.