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The data suggest it would reduce Republican turnout.

As we recognize Community College Month, we must also recognize that expanding higher education access is not enough if students cannot complete the journey.

In Europe, I noticed something different. When a pedestrian approached a crosswalk, drivers stopped — consistently and predictably.
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A record number of volunteers are taking part in the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Adopt-A-Highway program to help keep roadsides clean across Wisconsin. Cleanup efforts have begun along state highways with the seasonal change and spring weather. WisDOT officials
MADISON – Gov. Tony Evers sent a letter to U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Secretary Chris Wright during Earth Week, urging him to reverse his previous decisions to inappropriately use department authority to force multiple aging and expensive coal-fired power plants in the Midwest to remain open past their schedu… Please log in to access subscriber content.
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), in conjunction with the National Weather Service, has issued a Red Flag Warning for today, Wednesday, April 22, 2026 from 2 to 8 p.m. for the following counties in northwest Wisconsin:
MADISON, Wis. – After a disaster occurs, communities face not only physical damage, but emotional strain and uncertainty. ReadyWisconsin is reminding people to take recovery one step at a time while focusing on safety and documenting and reporting damage. Documenting Damage
MADISON – The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development today released U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates of employment and unemployment statistics for metropolitan areas, major cities, and counties in Wisconsin for February 2026. In brief, the nonseasonally adjusted data for
By strong majorities, workers at Rogers Behavioral Health facilities in suburban Milwaukee and Madison voted Wednesday to join the National Union of Healthcare Workers The two elections were held after the National Labor Relations Board and a federal judge rejected
Also: Majority of public supports Supreme Court ruling against Trump on tariffs Approval of the Court slips in April, with decline among Republicans and smaller uptick among independents and Democrats Public favors upholding birthright citizenship under the 14th Amendment There
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Hey there. Governor Tony Evers here. This week, we’re celebrating Earth Week. Here in Wisconsin, conservation and protecting our natural resources are core to who we are as Wisconsinites—it’s in our DNA. And our work to conserve and protect our lands, water, and air,
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Nearly half of the state’s early literacy council resigned while the body was reviewing early literacy instructional materials, leading to a “months-long” delay in finalizing the recommendations, according to DPI.

In this week’s DC Wrap: The U.S. Senate blocks Dem U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin’s resolution to immediately halt U.S. military operations in Iran.

The data suggest it would reduce Republican turnout.

As we recognize Community College Month, we must also recognize that expanding higher education access is not enough if students cannot complete the journey.

In Europe, I noticed something different. When a pedestrian approached a crosswalk, drivers stopped — consistently and predictably.
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A record number of volunteers are taking part in the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Adopt-A-Highway program to help keep roadsides clean across Wisconsin. Cleanup efforts have begun along state highways with the seasonal change and spring weather. WisDOT officials are reminding drivers to stay alert, slow down when approaching
MADISON – Gov. Tony Evers sent a letter to U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Secretary Chris Wright during Earth Week, urging him to reverse his previous decisions to inappropriately use department authority to force multiple aging and expensive coal-fired power plants in the Midwest to remain open past their schedu… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please contact schmies@wispolitics.com for subscription
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), in conjunction with the National Weather Service, has issued a Red Flag Warning for today, Wednesday, April 22, 2026 from 2 to 8 p.m. for the following counties in northwest Wisconsin: Burnett and Washburn. A Red Flag Warning is issued when
MADISON, Wis. – After a disaster occurs, communities face not only physical damage, but emotional strain and uncertainty. ReadyWisconsin is reminding people to take recovery one step at a time while focusing on safety and documenting and reporting damage. Documenting Damage When it is safe to do so, take clear photos
MADISON – The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development today released U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates of employment and unemployment statistics for metropolitan areas, major cities, and counties in Wisconsin for February 2026. In brief, the nonseasonally adjusted data for Wisconsin shows: Metropolitan Statistical Areas: Preliminary February 2026 unemployment rates increased
By strong majorities, workers at Rogers Behavioral Health facilities in suburban Milwaukee and Madison voted Wednesday to join the National Union of Healthcare Workers The two elections were held after the National Labor Relations Board and a federal judge rejected attempts by Rogers to stop the vote. Six Rogers facilities
Also: Majority of public supports Supreme Court ruling against Trump on tariffs Approval of the Court slips in April, with decline among Republicans and smaller uptick among independents and Democrats Public favors upholding birthright citizenship under the 14th Amendment There is an even divide over counting absentee ballots that arrive
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Hey there. Governor Tony Evers here. This week, we’re celebrating Earth Week. Here in Wisconsin, conservation and protecting our natural resources are core to who we are as Wisconsinites—it’s in our DNA. And our work to conserve and protect our lands, water, and air, and respond to an ever-changing climate has never been more
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Nearly half of the state’s early literacy council resigned while the body was reviewing early literacy instructional materials, leading to a “months-long” delay in finalizing the recommendations, according to DPI.

In this week’s DC Wrap: The U.S. Senate blocks Dem U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin’s resolution to immediately halt U.S. military operations in Iran.