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MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with First Lady Kathy Evers, today shared a video message to encourage Wisconsinites to take care of their mental, emotional, and physical health this holiday season, highlight the importance of checking in on loved
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds Wisconsinites that they can harvest a holiday tree from a northern state forest. Trees can be cut down in the Brule River, Flambeau River, Governor Earl Peshtigo River, Governor Knowles
Menomonie High School sophomores have hands-on experiences in workshops across campus The Menomonie High School sophomore class glimpsed the possibilities open in STEAM careers – science, technology, engineering, art and math – during hands-on workshops at UW-Stout recently. The 225
MADISON, Wis. – Shopping for gifts this holiday season? There are many factors to consider when searching for the perfect present, especially when the recipient is a child. The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) encourages shoppers
MADISON, Wis. – During the winter holidays, many Wisconsinites exchange gifts to bring joy and show their appreciation for others. Unfortunately, scammers also know that gift buying and giving is a holiday tradition and will try to take advantage of
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Vos hired Gableman to review the 2020 election. Later, he fired him. The Wisconsin Office of Lawyer Regulation recently filed a complaint accusing Gableman of numerous ethical violations during his review.
From WisPolitics … — Wisconsin Dem Chair Ben Wikler will make a decision shortly after Thanksgiving about whether to seek to lead the national party, according to a source familiar with his thinking. So far, Minnesota Dem Party Chair Ken
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Quotes of the Week This is the state’s chief election officer. They’re telling this court that the state’s chief election officer will be forever away from the people. That is not a sustainable result in a democracy.- Attorney Misha Tseytlin,
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he has granted another 172 pardons, bringing his total number of pardons granted to 1,436. “It’s a privilege to be able to hear the unique personal stories of individuals who’ve worked hard to make amends,
Today, lifelong Madisonian and civil rights advocate Sean O’Brien announced his campaign for Madison Common Council District 16. Incumbent Alder Jael Currie will not be seeking re-election in 2025 and has endorsed O’Brien for the seat. O’Brien issued the following
MILWAUKEE – On Monday, December 2, at 3:00 PM, County Executive David Crowley invites the community to attend the annual Milwaukee County Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony at the Milwaukee County Courthouse Rotunda. The ceremony will feature music, a visit from Santa, and fun
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, consider the political futures for losing candidates in November’s election. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
TOP STORIES WPF: Wisconsin’s tax burden compared with other states hits a new low9.9% of personal income — down from 10.3% the previous year … now has the 35th highest tax burden nationally, its lowest ranking on record. … credits
A box blind with new stairs and amenities adds to the excitement.
Fair Wisconsin and GSAFE today filed a joint federal civil rights complaint against the School District of Waukesha due to actions taken by the school board at the behest of the district superintendent that foster a hostile environment in violation
With We Energies proposing a nearly 10% rate increase in 2025, the Libertarian Party of Wisconsin (LPWI) calls on the Governor’s Office and the Wisconsin Legislature to seriously investigate the feasibility of transitioning Wisconsin to the Texas model of power
MILWAUKEE— Daniel Bauman, a community leader and marketing professional, has officially announced his candidacy for Milwaukee’s Common Council, District 3. Bauman brings experience in public service and community development to his campaign. He served as a Staff Assistant in the
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with First Lady Kathy Evers, today shared a video message to encourage Wisconsinites to take care of their mental, emotional, and physical health this holiday season, highlight the importance of checking in on loved ones and neighbors, and make sure folks have resources and
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds Wisconsinites that they can harvest a holiday tree from a northern state forest. Trees can be cut down in the Brule River, Flambeau River, Governor Earl Peshtigo River, Governor Knowles and Northern Highland-American Legion state forests. Details are available on the
Menomonie High School sophomores have hands-on experiences in workshops across campus The Menomonie High School sophomore class glimpsed the possibilities open in STEAM careers – science, technology, engineering, art and math – during hands-on workshops at UW-Stout recently. The 225 students broke into small groups and attended workshops led by
MADISON, Wis. – Shopping for gifts this holiday season? There are many factors to consider when searching for the perfect present, especially when the recipient is a child. The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) encourages shoppers to keep safety in mind while searching for the best
MADISON, Wis. – During the winter holidays, many Wisconsinites exchange gifts to bring joy and show their appreciation for others. Unfortunately, scammers also know that gift buying and giving is a holiday tradition and will try to take advantage of consumers’ good intentions. The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and
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Vos hired Gableman to review the 2020 election. Later, he fired him. The Wisconsin Office of Lawyer Regulation recently filed a complaint accusing Gableman of numerous ethical violations during his review.
From WisPolitics … — Wisconsin Dem Chair Ben Wikler will make a decision shortly after Thanksgiving about whether to seek to lead the national party, according to a source familiar with his thinking. So far, Minnesota Dem Party Chair Ken Martin and former Maryland Gov. Martin O’Malley have both formally
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Quotes of the Week This is the state’s chief election officer. They’re telling this court that the state’s chief election officer will be forever away from the people. That is not a sustainable result in a democracy.- Attorney Misha Tseytlin, representing GOP lawmakers, arguing before the state Supreme Court this
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he has granted another 172 pardons, bringing his total number of pardons granted to 1,436. “It’s a privilege to be able to hear the unique personal stories of individuals who’ve worked hard to make amends, give back to their community, and grow beyond their past mistakes,” said
Today, lifelong Madisonian and civil rights advocate Sean O’Brien announced his campaign for Madison Common Council District 16. Incumbent Alder Jael Currie will not be seeking re-election in 2025 and has endorsed O’Brien for the seat. O’Brien issued the following statement: “I am excited to announce my candidacy for Common
MILWAUKEE – On Monday, December 2, at 3:00 PM, County Executive David Crowley invites the community to attend the annual Milwaukee County Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony at the Milwaukee County Courthouse Rotunda. The ceremony will feature music, a visit from Santa, and fun festivities for the entire family. “The Milwaukee County Holiday Tree
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, consider the political futures for losing candidates in November’s election. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
TOP STORIES WPF: Wisconsin’s tax burden compared with other states hits a new low9.9% of personal income — down from 10.3% the previous year … now has the 35th highest tax burden nationally, its lowest ranking on record. … credits rising incomes, limits on local property taxes and income taxes
A box blind with new stairs and amenities adds to the excitement.
Fair Wisconsin and GSAFE today filed a joint federal civil rights complaint against the School District of Waukesha due to actions taken by the school board at the behest of the district superintendent that foster a hostile environment in violation of Title IX. The complaint filed with the Office for
With We Energies proposing a nearly 10% rate increase in 2025, the Libertarian Party of Wisconsin (LPWI) calls on the Governor’s Office and the Wisconsin Legislature to seriously investigate the feasibility of transitioning Wisconsin to the Texas model of power distribution. The deregulation of energy producers in Texas has allowed
MILWAUKEE— Daniel Bauman, a community leader and marketing professional, has officially announced his candidacy for Milwaukee’s Common Council, District 3. Bauman brings experience in public service and community development to his campaign. He served as a Staff Assistant in the Mayor’s Office, focusing on reckless driving prevention, equitable neighborhood growth,