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Scott Liddicoat: Reflections of a newly minted special voting deputy

Tuesday, Apr 21, 2026

In both February and April, I had the privilege of officially facilitating the voting process in several Green Bay senior care centers.

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Portrait of Gregory Humphrey

Gregory Humphrey: Ridglan Farms protest: Compassion for animals vs. laws that govern society

Tuesday, Apr 21, 2026

A society that values justice cannot allow good intentions to override the rule of law, especially when safer, lawful avenues for change exist.

Read More »

Bill Berry: Wisconsin communities fighting back against corporate excess

Tuesday, Apr 21, 2026

Something’s brewing in Wisconsin and other states as local people stand up for their communities. It may be too early to call it a new age of citizen environmental activism, but it’s starting to look like it. And it’s uniting people across traditional political divides.

Read More »

Masood Akhtar: Political rhetoric about Muslims reflects double standard

Tuesday, Apr 21, 2026

Public officials, regardless of party or ideology, have a duty to condemn violence with consistency and integrity. Terrorism must be defined by actions, not based on religion, race or identity.

Read More »
Portrait of John Torinus

John Torinus: Trump turns off more voters every week

Tuesday, Apr 21, 2026

President Donald Trump, a very angry man, must get up every morning having figured out 1. How to piss off another segment of people in the country and across the world and 2. How to further screw up the U.S. and world economies.

Read More »

Dept. of Instruction: Recognizes 95 schools for outstanding achievement and progress

Tuesday, Apr 21, 2026

MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction today announced 95 schools statewide have earned Schools of Recognition honors. The awards celebrate exceptional efforts of educators, students, families, and school staff in ensuring educational success for all students, especially among

Read More »

Dane Co. housing market facing slower inventory growth, faster price increases than expected

Tuesday, Apr 21, 2026

Dane County’s housing market is facing slower inventory growth and faster price increases than expected, according to an analysis from Stark County Realtors CEO David Stark.  “Only three months into the new year we’ve already had more curve balls thrown

Read More »

Dept. of Natural Resources: Invites public to Work Play Earth Day events

Tuesday, Apr 21, 2026

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to make a lasting impact during the month of April by participating in a Work Play Earth Day event. Annually, Wisconsinites have several opportunities to celebrate Earth Day

Read More »

Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty: Adds new deputy counsel, expands litigation capacity

Tuesday, Apr 21, 2026

The News: WILL is proud to announce the addition of Rebecca Furdek as Deputy Counsel. Her hire reflects WILL’s continued growth and commitment to litigating high-stakes cases promoting free speech, economic liberty, and equal rights. In Rebecca’s new role, she will

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Wisconsin Policy Forum: Cross examination: A comprehensive look at Wisconsin’s criminal justice system

Tuesday, Apr 21, 2026

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UW Health: Spring cleaning? Experts encourage safety and engagement for kids

Tuesday, Apr 21, 2026

MADISON, Wis. –  For many, spring cleaning is a popular tradition for decluttering, resetting and refreshing spaces. A new survey by the American Cleaning Institute finds that 80% of Americans plan to spring clean this year, and while spring cleaning offers a

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Wisconsin job numbers slide as unemployment rises to 3.4%

Tuesday, Apr 21, 2026

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Wisconsin farmers say new farm bill would bring stability during market uncertainty

Tuesday, Apr 21, 2026

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‘Golden handcuffs’: Wisconsin methadone rules limit access to opioid treatment

Tuesday, Apr 21, 2026

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Activists rally at state Capitol for release of beagles

Tuesday, Apr 21, 2026

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Wisconsin businesses could recoup millions paid in illegal tariffs 

Tuesday, Apr 21, 2026

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How one Wisconsin county is making running elections easier for new clerks

Tuesday, Apr 21, 2026

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Legal case over access to sensitive voter data returns to Wisconsin Supreme Court

Tuesday, Apr 21, 2026

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Evers asks congressional delegation to push Trump for storm aid

Tuesday, Apr 21, 2026

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State GOP implements nondisclosure agreements for executive committee members

Tuesday, Apr 21, 2026

Two committee members cited the agreements Monday in declining to discuss with WisPolitics this weekend’s meeting, which followed calls for state party Chair Brian Schimming’s removal as chair after conservative Maria Lazar lost the state Supreme Court race earlier this month by 20 points.

Read More »

Scott Liddicoat: Reflections of a newly minted special voting deputy

Tuesday, Apr 21, 2026

In both February and April, I had the privilege of officially facilitating the voting process in several Green Bay senior care centers.

Read More »
Portrait of Gregory Humphrey

Gregory Humphrey: Ridglan Farms protest: Compassion for animals vs. laws that govern society

Tuesday, Apr 21, 2026

A society that values justice cannot allow good intentions to override the rule of law, especially when safer, lawful avenues for change exist.

Read More »

Bill Berry: Wisconsin communities fighting back against corporate excess

Tuesday, Apr 21, 2026

Something’s brewing in Wisconsin and other states as local people stand up for their communities. It may be too early to call it a new age of citizen environmental activism, but it’s starting to look like it. And it’s uniting people across traditional political divides.

Read More »

Masood Akhtar: Political rhetoric about Muslims reflects double standard

Tuesday, Apr 21, 2026

Public officials, regardless of party or ideology, have a duty to condemn violence with consistency and integrity. Terrorism must be defined by actions, not based on religion, race or identity.

Read More »
Portrait of John Torinus

John Torinus: Trump turns off more voters every week

Tuesday, Apr 21, 2026

President Donald Trump, a very angry man, must get up every morning having figured out 1. How to piss off another segment of people in the country and across the world and 2. How to further screw up the U.S. and world economies.

Read More »

Dept. of Instruction: Recognizes 95 schools for outstanding achievement and progress

Tuesday, Apr 21, 2026

MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction today announced 95 schools statewide have earned Schools of Recognition honors. The awards celebrate exceptional efforts of educators, students, families, and school staff in ensuring educational success for all students, especially among those facing economic challenges. Launched in 2003, the Schools of Recognition

Read More »

Dane Co. housing market facing slower inventory growth, faster price increases than expected

Tuesday, Apr 21, 2026

Dane County’s housing market is facing slower inventory growth and faster price increases than expected, according to an analysis from Stark County Realtors CEO David Stark.  “Only three months into the new year we’ve already had more curve balls thrown our way than we normally get in a full year,”

Read More »

Dept. of Natural Resources: Invites public to Work Play Earth Day events

Tuesday, Apr 21, 2026

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to make a lasting impact during the month of April by participating in a Work Play Earth Day event. Annually, Wisconsinites have several opportunities to celebrate Earth Day (April 22) through acts of service and outdoor recreation at

Read More »

Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty: Adds new deputy counsel, expands litigation capacity

Tuesday, Apr 21, 2026

The News: WILL is proud to announce the addition of Rebecca Furdek as Deputy Counsel. Her hire reflects WILL’s continued growth and commitment to litigating high-stakes cases promoting free speech, economic liberty, and equal rights. In Rebecca’s new role, she will be instrumental in pushing back against government overreach in Wisconsin

Read More »

Wisconsin Policy Forum: Cross examination: A comprehensive look at Wisconsin’s criminal justice system

Tuesday, Apr 21, 2026

CrossExamination_Media_ReleaseDownload… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please contact schmies@wispolitics.com for subscription options on the WisPolitics-State Affairs platform, which is the new home for WisPolitics subscriber products.

Read More »

UW Health: Spring cleaning? Experts encourage safety and engagement for kids

Tuesday, Apr 21, 2026

MADISON, Wis. –  For many, spring cleaning is a popular tradition for decluttering, resetting and refreshing spaces. A new survey by the American Cleaning Institute finds that 80% of Americans plan to spring clean this year, and while spring cleaning offers a fresh start to the warmer seasons, it is important to

Read More »

Wisconsin job numbers slide as unemployment rises to 3.4%

Tuesday, Apr 21, 2026

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Read More »

Wisconsin farmers say new farm bill would bring stability during market uncertainty

Tuesday, Apr 21, 2026

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‘Golden handcuffs’: Wisconsin methadone rules limit access to opioid treatment

Tuesday, Apr 21, 2026

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Activists rally at state Capitol for release of beagles

Tuesday, Apr 21, 2026

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Wisconsin businesses could recoup millions paid in illegal tariffs 

Tuesday, Apr 21, 2026

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How one Wisconsin county is making running elections easier for new clerks

Tuesday, Apr 21, 2026

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Read More »

Legal case over access to sensitive voter data returns to Wisconsin Supreme Court

Tuesday, Apr 21, 2026

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Evers asks congressional delegation to push Trump for storm aid

Tuesday, Apr 21, 2026

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Read More »

State GOP implements nondisclosure agreements for executive committee members

Tuesday, Apr 21, 2026

Two committee members cited the agreements Monday in declining to discuss with WisPolitics this weekend’s meeting, which followed calls for state party Chair Brian Schimming’s removal as chair after conservative Maria Lazar lost the state Supreme Court race earlier this month by 20 points.

Read More »
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