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Madison, WI – In case you missed it, Americans for Prosperity-Wisconsin (AFP-WI) State Director Megan Novak joined Vicki McKenna, host of “the Vicki McKenna Show,” on Monday to discuss the importance of the Wisconsin Supreme Court election to be held in
By Larry Sandler For WisBusiness.com — With ridership running ahead of expectations on Amtrak’s new Borealis, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation is studying whether to add a second daily round trip between Chicago, Milwaukee and the Twin Cities. At the
Higher education leaders in Wisconsin stressed the importance of financial aid programs under the U.S. Department of Education continuing, even if incoming President Donald Trump follows through on his plan to eliminate the federal agency. Speaking yesterday in Madison during
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the city of Medford is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program to improve its public drinking water system. The project includes the construction of
The Libertarian Party of Wisconsin (LPWI) is greatly concerned over the statements made by President-elect Trump this past Monday regarding steep, unnecessary tariffs to be imposed upon Mexico and Canada. Tariffs, like any other taxes, are routinely passed on to
STEVENS POINT, Wis., Nov. 27, 2024 – Ahead of Native American Heritage Day, November 29, 2024, U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Wisconsin State Director Julie Lassa highlighted some of the recent investments the Department has made in Tribal projects in Wisconsin.
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, look ahead to Wisconsin’s spring Supreme Court election, where former AG Brad Schimel hopes to counter the court’s liberal trend. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds anglers that Lake Superior’s lake trout season will open on Dec. 1 and run until Sept. 30, 2025, or until the harvest cap is met. Lake Superior’s Wisconsin waters are divided into two management
If legislators really want to give Wisconsin taxpayers relief, adequately funding the state’s schools would go a long way to do just that.
Conservative and liberal justices and governors have used power in crazy ways.
For the first time in more than a decade, we had a real election for the state Legislature.
Franklin, WI (November 27, 2024) – Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) yesterday announced the 2024 Congressional App Challenge first and second place winners at Franklin High School. The award was announced in a surprise ceremony at Franklin High School with the students’ parents
The pro-abortion vote didn’t kill the GOP’s surge; it masked an emerging conservative majority that resoundingly reaffirmed the United States constitution and equally rejected the government’s ongoing contravention of fundamental liberties.
I think the reelection of Trump is a disaster. But not an unmitigated one. If it shoves Guilty White Liberals to the background and it forces my party to see people as the individuals that they truly are, that would be a great thing.
MADISON, Wis. – Seeing hallway lights pass by one after another at University Hospital is a common sight for Michael Abernethy, UW Health Med Flight and emergency medicine physician. But, it’s new to see them from the perspective of a
Despite our habits of complaining, Americans are fortunate indeed.
McFarland, Wisconsin—The Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities (WI-BPDD) has awarded the McFarland School District a 2024-25 Sparks grant to create connections to the community and increase inclusion for people with disabilities. Sparks grants provide people with disabilities
(Madison) — The Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities (BPDD), in partnership with InControl Wisconsin, congratulates Rock River Heritage, Inc. (aka Fort Atkinson Club) for receiving one of seven statewide Partners with Business grants that support businesses and schools
I have had the privilege of directing Common Cause Wisconsin (CC/WI) since 1996 and have been fortunate to be able to endure through good times and bad over the years. Voting rights, fair state legislative and congressional voting maps, campaign finance reform, ethical state government, fair courts and holding those in power accountable to the people has been our constant and steady mission for decades and your support has kept us not only relevant, but also effective, outspoken and proactive.
New report shows widespread violation of rules meant to lower hospital costs.
Madison, WI – In case you missed it, Americans for Prosperity-Wisconsin (AFP-WI) State Director Megan Novak joined Vicki McKenna, host of “the Vicki McKenna Show,” on Monday to discuss the importance of the Wisconsin Supreme Court election to be held in April 2025. AFP-WI announced its endorsement of Brad Schimel on November 13.
By Larry Sandler For WisBusiness.com — With ridership running ahead of expectations on Amtrak’s new Borealis, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation is studying whether to add a second daily round trip between Chicago, Milwaukee and the Twin Cities. At the same time, the agency’s rail chief says a recently funded
Higher education leaders in Wisconsin stressed the importance of financial aid programs under the U.S. Department of Education continuing, even if incoming President Donald Trump follows through on his plan to eliminate the federal agency. Speaking yesterday in Madison during a Wisconsin Technology Council luncheon co-sponsored by WisPolitics, Universities of
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the city of Medford is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program to improve its public drinking water system. The project includes the construction of a new well in the city of Medford. Activities related
The Libertarian Party of Wisconsin (LPWI) is greatly concerned over the statements made by President-elect Trump this past Monday regarding steep, unnecessary tariffs to be imposed upon Mexico and Canada. Tariffs, like any other taxes, are routinely passed on to consumers via higher prices. With his indication that all imports
STEVENS POINT, Wis., Nov. 27, 2024 – Ahead of Native American Heritage Day, November 29, 2024, U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Wisconsin State Director Julie Lassa highlighted some of the recent investments the Department has made in Tribal projects in Wisconsin. “On Native American Heritage Day and throughout the month of
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, look ahead to Wisconsin’s spring Supreme Court election, where former AG Brad Schimel hopes to counter the court’s liberal trend. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds anglers that Lake Superior’s lake trout season will open on Dec. 1 and run until Sept. 30, 2025, or until the harvest cap is met. Lake Superior’s Wisconsin waters are divided into two management units: WI-1, which encompasses all waters from Superior to Bark
If legislators really want to give Wisconsin taxpayers relief, adequately funding the state’s schools would go a long way to do just that.
Conservative and liberal justices and governors have used power in crazy ways.
For the first time in more than a decade, we had a real election for the state Legislature.
Franklin, WI (November 27, 2024) – Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) yesterday announced the 2024 Congressional App Challenge first and second place winners at Franklin High School. The award was announced in a surprise ceremony at Franklin High School with the students’ parents and faculty. Following the event, Steil released the following statement
The pro-abortion vote didn’t kill the GOP’s surge; it masked an emerging conservative majority that resoundingly reaffirmed the United States constitution and equally rejected the government’s ongoing contravention of fundamental liberties.
I think the reelection of Trump is a disaster. But not an unmitigated one. If it shoves Guilty White Liberals to the background and it forces my party to see people as the individuals that they truly are, that would be a great thing.
MADISON, Wis. – Seeing hallway lights pass by one after another at University Hospital is a common sight for Michael Abernethy, UW Health Med Flight and emergency medicine physician. But, it’s new to see them from the perspective of a patient on the gurney being wheeled swiftly toward the operating
Despite our habits of complaining, Americans are fortunate indeed.
McFarland, Wisconsin—The Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities (WI-BPDD) has awarded the McFarland School District a 2024-25 Sparks grant to create connections to the community and increase inclusion for people with disabilities. Sparks grants provide people with disabilities with more social and meaningful connections, help organizations underst… Please
(Madison) — The Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities (BPDD), in partnership with InControl Wisconsin, congratulates Rock River Heritage, Inc. (aka Fort Atkinson Club) for receiving one of seven statewide Partners with Business grants that support businesses and schools to launch hiring initiatives and strengthen business-school partnerships. The Fort
I have had the privilege of directing Common Cause Wisconsin (CC/WI) since 1996 and have been fortunate to be able to endure through good times and bad over the years. Voting rights, fair state legislative and congressional voting maps, campaign finance reform, ethical state government, fair courts and holding those in power accountable to the people has been our constant and steady mission for decades and your support has kept us not only relevant, but also effective, outspoken and proactive.
New report shows widespread violation of rules meant to lower hospital costs.