Gregory Humphrey: Ridglan Farms protest: Compassion for animals vs. laws that govern society
A society that values justice cannot allow good intentions to override the rule of law, especially when safer, lawful avenues for change exist.
Bill Berry: Wisconsin communities fighting back against corporate excess
Something’s brewing in Wisconsin and other states as local people stand up for their communities. It may be too early to call it a new age of citizen environmental activism, but it’s starting to look like it. And it’s uniting people across traditional political divides.
Masood Akhtar: Political rhetoric about Muslims reflects double standard
Public officials, regardless of party or ideology, have a duty to condemn violence with consistency and integrity. Terrorism must be defined by actions, not based on religion, race or identity.
John Torinus: Trump turns off more voters every week
President Donald Trump, a very angry man, must get up every morning having figured out 1. How to piss off another segment of people in the country and across the world and 2. How to further screw up the U.S. and world economies.
Dept. of Instruction: Recognizes 95 schools for outstanding achievement and progress
MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction today announced 95 schools statewide have earned Schools of Recognition honors. The awards celebrate exceptional efforts of educators, students, families, and school staff in ensuring educational success for all students, especially among
Dept. of Natural Resources: Invites public to Work Play Earth Day events
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to make a lasting impact during the month of April by participating in a Work Play Earth Day event. Annually, Wisconsinites have several opportunities to celebrate Earth Day
Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty: Adds new deputy counsel, expands litigation capacity
The News: WILL is proud to announce the addition of Rebecca Furdek as Deputy Counsel. Her hire reflects WILL’s continued growth and commitment to litigating high-stakes cases promoting free speech, economic liberty, and equal rights. In Rebecca’s new role, she will
UW Health: Spring cleaning? Experts encourage safety and engagement for kids
MADISON, Wis. – For many, spring cleaning is a popular tradition for decluttering, resetting and refreshing spaces. A new survey by the American Cleaning Institute finds that 80% of Americans plan to spring clean this year, and while spring cleaning offers a
State GOP implements nondisclosure agreements for executive committee members
Two committee members cited the agreements Monday in declining to discuss with WisPolitics this weekend’s meeting, which followed calls for state party Chair Brian Schimming’s removal as chair after conservative Maria Lazar lost the state Supreme Court race earlier this month by 20 points.
Castañeda campaign: Calls for legislation legalizing marijuana, honoring Madison icon Ben Masel
MADISON, WI — Tony Castañeda, candidate for Wisconsin’s 76th Assembly District, calls for legislation legalizing marijuana and related products in the state of Wisconsin. “When I first arrived in Madison in 1974, Ben Masel was one of the first people I
Rep. Duchow: Announces re-election bid for 97th Assembly District
Today, State Representative Cindi Duchow (R-Delafield) announced her re-election bid for the 97th Assembly District. Representative Duchow was first elected to the Wisconsin State Legislature in a 2015 special election. Throughout her decade of service, Representative Duchow has remained steadfast in her commitment to limit government oversight, maintain the
Madison College: Marks Earth Week with solar project powering a clean energy future
First-of-its-kind project trains the future energy workforce MADISON, Wis. — Madison College celebrated a major sustainability milestone with an Earth Week ribbon-cutting ceremony for its new solar plus energy storage system at the Truax campus. The project serves as a model
Milwaukee Public Schools: Statement on bargaining sessions
MPS’s 53% benefit rate is correct and validated by external audits. Both the rate and our proposals have been validated by our team as well as veteran school finance expert who has worked for some of the nation’s largest school
U.S. Rep. Fitzgerald: Announces WI-05’s 2026 Congressional Art Show
OCONOMOWOC, WI – Today, Congressman Scott Fitzgerald announced the date and location of WI-05’s 2026 Congressional Art Show. Each spring, the Congressional Art Competition, sponsored by the U.S. House of Representatives, recognizes and encourages the artistic talent of high school students