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Dale Schultz, the former Republican state senator, and Dave Mahoney, the former Democratic Dane County sheriff, have formed a third party they call United Wisconsin.
Resistance: a watchword for our times. The state of Wisconsin is showing us how, above all 49 others.
The SelectUSA Investment Summit, which attracted 5,500 attendees from about 100 nations to Washington, was a confirmation that even the prospect of higher U.S. tariffs – which are broadly opposed by those same countries – have yet to deter long-term investments in the world’s largest economy.
There are more than 17,000 public libraries in the United States, and we’re lucky that here in Madison we have one that for years has been judged one of the nation’s best.
The Assembly Ways and Means Committee has voted unanimously in favor of AB 231, which would create the State Film Office and a tax credit incentive for producing films in Wisconsin. Filmmakers told lawmakers at a public hearing last week
Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan pleaded not guilty today to two charges related to accusations she helped an undocumented immigrant avoid arrest by federal immigration officials.
Senate Bill 67, “Healthy School Meals for All,” would ensure all children receive two free, healthy school meals a day.
Wisconsin has always balanced environmental stewardship with economic activity. We must continue that tradition by rejecting fringe arguments. The future of the timber industry—and all development in Northern Wisconsin—depends on it.
The Republican Party is a prize worth having. Question is how much of the party will be left standing in the crossfire this weekend at state convention between these warring factions.
Like moles, these soldiers of the progressive order dig far down into deep state hideaways, where they can work their mischief for years and years, presidential administration in and presidential administration out.
Donald Trump is reportedly frustrated and surprised that his self-acclaimed deal-making prowess hasn’t worked to bring peace in Gaza and Ukraine. He shouldn’t be surprised. He violated nearly every principle of negotiations that is used in business all day, every day.
Madison-based Realta Fusion is targeting the mid-2030s for commercial fusion energy production as it continues raising funds and growing its team. “For some, that may sound like a long way away, but I think in the world of energy that
This week, during National Hospital Week, we celebrate these invaluable institutions and the dedicated professionals who work tirelessly to care for our neighbors, friends, and families.
The real reason Democrats struggle to win a proportional number of congressional seats in Wisconsin isn’t the map—it’s the candidates. In statewide races, liberal candidates like Janet Protasiewicz, Doug LaFollette, and even Tammy Baldwin have won in 4 of the 8 current congressional districts.
Education once again took top billing across state budget hearings, but progress is grinding to a halt, just as federal uncertainty looms.
As the Public Service Commission considers We Energies’ proposal to invest $2.2 billion in new methane gas plants in Oak Creek and Paris, business and civic leaders must ask: Are we investing in the future—or repeating the past?
Builders, economists cite rules, especially those on lot size, for affordability crisis, but point to solutions.
Academic science needs to embrace union organizing, now more than ever.
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A recent study from the Midwest Economic Policy Institute shows union training programs enroll 77% of the state’s construction apprentices, despite just 22% of Wisconsin’s construction industry being unionized. The Wisconsin Building Trades Council is touting the findings of this
Dale Schultz, the former Republican state senator, and Dave Mahoney, the former Democratic Dane County sheriff, have formed a third party they call United Wisconsin.
Resistance: a watchword for our times. The state of Wisconsin is showing us how, above all 49 others.
The SelectUSA Investment Summit, which attracted 5,500 attendees from about 100 nations to Washington, was a confirmation that even the prospect of higher U.S. tariffs – which are broadly opposed by those same countries – have yet to deter long-term investments in the world’s largest economy.
There are more than 17,000 public libraries in the United States, and we’re lucky that here in Madison we have one that for years has been judged one of the nation’s best.
The Assembly Ways and Means Committee has voted unanimously in favor of AB 231, which would create the State Film Office and a tax credit incentive for producing films in Wisconsin. Filmmakers told lawmakers at a public hearing last week the bill would boost Wisconsin’s economy by providing resources and
Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan pleaded not guilty today to two charges related to accusations she helped an undocumented immigrant avoid arrest by federal immigration officials.
Senate Bill 67, “Healthy School Meals for All,” would ensure all children receive two free, healthy school meals a day.
Wisconsin has always balanced environmental stewardship with economic activity. We must continue that tradition by rejecting fringe arguments. The future of the timber industry—and all development in Northern Wisconsin—depends on it.
The Republican Party is a prize worth having. Question is how much of the party will be left standing in the crossfire this weekend at state convention between these warring factions.
Like moles, these soldiers of the progressive order dig far down into deep state hideaways, where they can work their mischief for years and years, presidential administration in and presidential administration out.
Donald Trump is reportedly frustrated and surprised that his self-acclaimed deal-making prowess hasn’t worked to bring peace in Gaza and Ukraine. He shouldn’t be surprised. He violated nearly every principle of negotiations that is used in business all day, every day.
Madison-based Realta Fusion is targeting the mid-2030s for commercial fusion energy production as it continues raising funds and growing its team. “For some, that may sound like a long way away, but I think in the world of energy that we operate in, that’s actually a pretty normal project timeline
This week, during National Hospital Week, we celebrate these invaluable institutions and the dedicated professionals who work tirelessly to care for our neighbors, friends, and families.
The real reason Democrats struggle to win a proportional number of congressional seats in Wisconsin isn’t the map—it’s the candidates. In statewide races, liberal candidates like Janet Protasiewicz, Doug LaFollette, and even Tammy Baldwin have won in 4 of the 8 current congressional districts.
Education once again took top billing across state budget hearings, but progress is grinding to a halt, just as federal uncertainty looms.
As the Public Service Commission considers We Energies’ proposal to invest $2.2 billion in new methane gas plants in Oak Creek and Paris, business and civic leaders must ask: Are we investing in the future—or repeating the past?
Builders, economists cite rules, especially those on lot size, for affordability crisis, but point to solutions.
Academic science needs to embrace union organizing, now more than ever.
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A recent study from the Midwest Economic Policy Institute shows union training programs enroll 77% of the state’s construction apprentices, despite just 22% of Wisconsin’s construction industry being unionized. The Wisconsin Building Trades Council is touting the findings of this report, which also shows union journeyworkers in the state typically