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MADISON, WI — Wisconsin legislators are poised to pass a landmark bipartisan bill, Stillbirth Recognition and Support Act, that would create a state income tax credit for parents who experience the trauma and heartbreak of stillbirth. Every year in Wisconsin, more than 300
Trump and administration officials are stage-managing the Iran War. Whenever the news is bad, Trump distorts and downplays.
Bruce Springsteen had never relegated himself to the political sidelines.
An Afghan refugee service provider’s work and life are shaped by shifting U.S. policies
A $46 million crisis with no clear answers
Wisconsin Civic Learning Coalition is ready to organize and provide teacher training, connection to high-quality resources and support for strategies to enhance civic learning for all students.
Drawn by mission, kept by coaching
It is becoming apparent that tougher measures, a progressive despotism, if you will, and far less leniency from the government will be required to change behavior so vaccination rates increase. The vast majority of our society opts for science and logic.
The Milwaukee Public Schools Board of Directors is currently discussing restructuring its committee system. This conversation deserves public attention.
Lancaster, WI (March 16, 2026) – Today, Republican Lieutenant Governor Candidate David Varnam responded to published reports that Will Martin, Republican candidate for Lieutenant Governor, made multiple donations to former President Barack Obama and other democratic candidates. “It concerns me
TOWN OF SPRINGDALE, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is conducting an investigation into an officer involved death that occurred in the Town of Springdale in Dane County, Wis. on the evening of
RHINELANDER, WI — As voters in Wisconsin’s 7th Congressional District evaluate candidates for Congress, Niina Baum brings something that can’t be manufactured on the campaign trail: a lifetime of actually living here. Baum, who turns 31 next month, has lived in
MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin Emergency Management (WEM) elevated the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) due to a major winter storm impacting the entire state. The SEOC was elevated at 9 a.m. Sunday, March 15, to Level 3 which involves expanded monitoring
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) urges people to stay home and limit travel to emergencies only during the current winter storm. Travel is not advised across northern Wisconsin as blizzard conditions continue to make highways extremely hazardous and often
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today signed Executive Order #286 to declare a state of emergency as the state prepares for a winter storm that will begin impacting much of Wisconsin tonight and throughout the coming days. The National Weather
MADISON, WI – On March 14, led by State Representative Christian Phelps (D-Eau Claire), Representative Angelina Cruz (D-Racine), and members of the Assembly Democratic Caucus, including Representative Lee Snodgrass (D-Appleton), introduced a proposal to use $1.3 billion of the state’s
MADISON, WI – On March 14, State Representative Christian Phelps (D-Eau Claire), alongside Representative Angelina Cruz (D-Racine), introduced a proposal to use $1.3 billion of the state’s surplus to provide significant property tax relief statewide and increase state funding for public
Today, I chose to enter a plea of No Contest to Disorderly Conduct, a Class B Misdemeanor. In exchange for my change of plea, the punishment the State recommended is a fine, which I will pay. I am a proud Democrat.
BROOKFIELD – In this week’s GOP radio address, State Senator Rob Hutton (R–Brookfield) discusses a key cost driver for local government and school district budgets: the cost of healthcare. Instead of raising property taxes, getting control over the ballooning cost of
Today, Governor Evers signed legislation expanding Wisconsin’s Safe Haven law, extending the time period in which an infant may be safely surrendered from three days to 30 days. The bill, authored by Senator Rob Hutton and Representative Rick Gundrum, is now 2025 Wisconsin Act 94. The
MADISON, WI — Wisconsin legislators are poised to pass a landmark bipartisan bill, Stillbirth Recognition and Support Act, that would create a state income tax credit for parents who experience the trauma and heartbreak of stillbirth. Every year in Wisconsin, more than 300 families suffer the devastation of stillbirth. Profound grief is often accompanied by
Trump and administration officials are stage-managing the Iran War. Whenever the news is bad, Trump distorts and downplays.
Bruce Springsteen had never relegated himself to the political sidelines.
An Afghan refugee service provider’s work and life are shaped by shifting U.S. policies
A $46 million crisis with no clear answers
Wisconsin Civic Learning Coalition is ready to organize and provide teacher training, connection to high-quality resources and support for strategies to enhance civic learning for all students.
Drawn by mission, kept by coaching
It is becoming apparent that tougher measures, a progressive despotism, if you will, and far less leniency from the government will be required to change behavior so vaccination rates increase. The vast majority of our society opts for science and logic.
The Milwaukee Public Schools Board of Directors is currently discussing restructuring its committee system. This conversation deserves public attention.
Lancaster, WI (March 16, 2026) – Today, Republican Lieutenant Governor Candidate David Varnam responded to published reports that Will Martin, Republican candidate for Lieutenant Governor, made multiple donations to former President Barack Obama and other democratic candidates. “It concerns me that a current candidate for Lieutenant Governor, who formerly staffed
TOWN OF SPRINGDALE, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is conducting an investigation into an officer involved death that occurred in the Town of Springdale in Dane County, Wis. on the evening of Sunday, March 15. At approximately 5:09 p.m. on Sunday, March
RHINELANDER, WI — As voters in Wisconsin’s 7th Congressional District evaluate candidates for Congress, Niina Baum brings something that can’t be manufactured on the campaign trail: a lifetime of actually living here. Baum, who turns 31 next month, has lived in the 7th Congressional District for 29 of her 31 years
MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin Emergency Management (WEM) elevated the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) due to a major winter storm impacting the entire state. The SEOC was elevated at 9 a.m. Sunday, March 15, to Level 3 which involves expanded monitoring and support. At this level, enhanced monitoring occurs for ongoing
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) urges people to stay home and limit travel to emergencies only during the current winter storm. Travel is not advised across northern Wisconsin as blizzard conditions continue to make highways extremely hazardous and often impassable. The winter storm is expected to cause continued deteriorating
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today signed Executive Order #286 to declare a state of emergency as the state prepares for a winter storm that will begin impacting much of Wisconsin tonight and throughout the coming days. The National Weather Service predicts the potential for record-breaking snowfall and gusting winds,
MADISON, WI – On March 14, led by State Representative Christian Phelps (D-Eau Claire), Representative Angelina Cruz (D-Racine), and members of the Assembly Democratic Caucus, including Representative Lee Snodgrass (D-Appleton), introduced a proposal to use $1.3 billion of the state’s surplus to freeze property taxes and increase state funding for
MADISON, WI – On March 14, State Representative Christian Phelps (D-Eau Claire), alongside Representative Angelina Cruz (D-Racine), introduced a proposal to use $1.3 billion of the state’s surplus to provide significant property tax relief statewide and increase state funding for public schools. State Representative Christian Phelps (D-Eau Claire), a member of
Today, I chose to enter a plea of No Contest to Disorderly Conduct, a Class B Misdemeanor. In exchange for my change of plea, the punishment the State recommended is a fine, which I will pay. I am a proud Democrat. There were times when I broke from the directives of
BROOKFIELD – In this week’s GOP radio address, State Senator Rob Hutton (R–Brookfield) discusses a key cost driver for local government and school district budgets: the cost of healthcare. Instead of raising property taxes, getting control over the ballooning cost of health benefits is a critical long-term reform that will benefit
Today, Governor Evers signed legislation expanding Wisconsin’s Safe Haven law, extending the time period in which an infant may be safely surrendered from three days to 30 days. The bill, authored by Senator Rob Hutton and Representative Rick Gundrum, is now 2025 Wisconsin Act 94. The Safe Haven expansion brings Wisconsin in line with many other