THU News Summary: WI Supreme Court expected to hear abortion, unions and redistricting, election sobering sign for GOP
TOP STORIES Supreme Court to tackle abortion, unions and redistricting after a liberal’s win… in record-high turnout of over 50% of the voting age population … Last year, the court declined to take up a Democratic-backed challenge to the state’s
Gregory Humphrey: Wisconsin Republicans have problem with abortion on campaign trail
Ask yourself if abortion were not an issue in the spring election, if a liberal Dane County judge would have won statewide with a 10% margin of absolute victory? That is the problem Wisconsin Republicans need to address.
Bruce Murphy: 19 winners and losers in historic election
Beyond the names on the ballot, who else won or lost in Tuesday’s election?
James Causey: Fred Reed a civil rights leader with thundering voice he used to lift others
Reed conveyed the subtle art of de-escalation as a member of the Milwaukee Commandos, navigating tense situations with a calm and composed demeanor.
Ed Gignac: Wake surfing done responsibly is fine. Don’t restrict Wisconsin boaters like me.
We cannot make Wisconsin the most restrictive boating state in the country. These patchwork regulations create confusion and confrontation.
Wisconsin Technology Council: ‘WisBiz: The Show’ features John Neis, veteran venture capital investor; previews upcoming events
MADISON, Wis. – The latest episode of “WisBusiness.com: The Show” features John Neis of Venture Investors LLC, which has offices in Madison and Ann Arbor, Mich. He talks about trends in early stage investing and what’s needed to help Wisconsin move ahead.
Wisconsin Safety Council: Announces winners of workplace safety awards
MADISON – Wisconsin Safety Council – the state’s leading provider of safety training and products – announced the winners of the organization’s 31st annual Workplace Safety Awards on Thursday. The program, sponsored by Wisconsin’s Department of Workforce Development and M3 Insurance,
Dept. of Natural Resources: Encourages residents to reduce food waste
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages residents to celebrate Food Waste Prevention Week, April 7-13, by using simple tips to keep food waste out of Wisconsin landfills while saving money. The DNR’s 2020-2021 statewide waste characterization study found
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: With colleagues reintroduces bill to ensure wealthiest Americans pay their fair share in taxes
Bill would ensure people making more than $1 million can’t abuse loopholes to pay less in taxes than teachers, cops, and firefighters WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and her colleagues introduced the Paying a Fair Share Act to ensure that
WILL: Filed parental rights complaint against Milwaukee Public Schools
Complaint seeks federal investigation into secret gender transition policy The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL), alongside Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF) and Parents Defending Education (PDE), filed a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) and the
Power Wisconsin Forward: Statement on We Energies electric rate application filing response
MILWAUKEE – The following statement was issued today by Power Wisconsin Forward following the complex electric rate application filing by We Energies this week, which is still being reviewed by organizations and members of the public: The energy demands of data centers shouldn’t
Dept. of Veterans Affairs: Celebrate the founding of America at “Two Lights” ceremony
MADISON – The Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs, in collaboration with the Wisconsin Veterans Museum and the Wisconsin Historical Society, is hosting a Two Lights for Tomorrow ceremony at the Wisconsin State Capitol on Monday, April 14 at noon. This event
Chorus Community Health Plans: Commitment to tackle the health effects of homelessness tops $2 million
More than 2,000 children have been helped MILWAUKEE — Chorus Community Health Plans (CCHP), an affiliate of Children’s Wisconsin, announced its continued commitment to the cause of reducing homelessness and housing instability, and the health effects it brings by continuing its
Dept. of Natural Resources: Seeking public comment on Master Plan variance for Vernon Wildlife Area and Bloomfield State Habitat Area
Public comment period open through April 17 MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public comment on a variance to the Southern Region Planning Group Master Plan. The proposed variance would designate nonmotorized trails at Vernon Wildlife
Dept. of Transportation: State Patrol urges drivers to be patient and avoid distractions to keep highway workers safe
April Law of the Month: Work zone safety Construction season is approaching, which means crews will soon be out fixing and building our roads and bridges. Drivers have one of the biggest roles in keeping work zones safe for construction