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MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers this week will be traveling across the state to highlight his administration’s efforts and successes over the past seven years to support the state’s workforce and respond to generational workforce challenges. As announced in his 2026 State
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR)’s Safety Education programs are seeking avid hunters, passionate recreationalists and outdoor enthusiasts to join their safety education volunteer corps. Instructors are needed in all areas of safety education: hunter/bow, ATV/UTV, snowmobile
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today, at the Wisconsin State Council of Machinists Annual Conference and surrounded by labor leaders and union members, signed Assembly Bill (AB) 651, now 2025 Wisconsin Act 145, which makes several improvements to Wisconsin’s worker’s compensation system. Gov. Evers also exercised
There were some surprises along the way.
In a session otherwise defined by circular firing squads, three Republican legislators did something rare in Wisconsin politics. They led.
Wisconsin is sitting on a significant state budget surplus. Investing these resources into special education services would provide real relief while ensuring schools have the resources needed to serve all students. A more balanced approach to school funding, including a new approach to general aid disbursements, is necessary.
It is up to us as adults to put young people in an environment where they can be successful. And when we do that, these kids respond positively. When provided an equal level of expectations and a positive environment, Black students can perform just as well as their white counterparts.
Wauwatosa ‘2030 Slate’ mum on governing Ideas, promises school board recall elections
Americans have had enough of Trump-GOP’s cruelty, incompetence, lies and stupidity. There’s hope; Americans are organizing, protesting and voting.
The founders of the United States feared monarchically inclined presidents who could wage wars of whim.
The book’s foreword says McGovern’s diary provides “a sense of the man he was to become. We also come to understand why McGovern, having experienced combat firsthand, in later life was not among those given to glorifying war or to sending their fellow citizens to fight when not absolutely necessary.” Times have changed.
Most of our strategies focus on managing the symptoms of violence—not changing the conditions that produce it.
(Madison, WI) – An event recognizing April as Autism Acceptance Month will take place on Thursday, April 2nd at 12:00 PM in the Assembly Parlor at the Wisconsin State Capitol. The event is hosted by the Autism Society of Wisconsin,
Madison, WI – On Friday, Governor Tony Evers vetoed Assembly Bill 225, introduced by Representative Cindi Duchow (R–Delafield) and Senator Dan Feyen (R–Fond du Lac). The bill aimed to prevent third parties, such as insurance companies, from influencing the selection of
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today vetoed a bill that would have required opting Wisconsin into a nationwide expansion of private voucher schools under President Donald Trump’s and Republicans’ ‘Big Beautiful Bill, which is expected to divert billions of dollars
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) explains the steps needed to obtain an ID to show at the polls if the voter does not already have some form of approved ID, such as a Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. – As warmer weather approaches, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public that wild animals and their young will be on the move across Wisconsin. “Springtime brings a flurry of inquiries from concerned individuals about the
Menomonie, Wis. – The Arbor Day Foundation has recognized University of Wisconsin-Stout as a Tree Campus for its dedication to enhancing community well-being through tree education, investment and community engagement. The recognition is the latest chapter in the university’s long-running
Milwaukee, WI — Parents, School Engagement Council (SEC) members, and community advocates are raising urgent concerns about the Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) 2026–2027 budget, citing a lack of transparency, reduced school-level autonomy, and decisions that may negatively impact students and
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MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers this week will be traveling across the state to highlight his administration’s efforts and successes over the past seven years to support the state’s workforce and respond to generational workforce challenges. As announced in his 2026 State of the State address, the governor this week will be
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR)’s Safety Education programs are seeking avid hunters, passionate recreationalists and outdoor enthusiasts to join their safety education volunteer corps. Instructors are needed in all areas of safety education: hunter/bow, ATV/UTV, snowmobile and boat. Instructors are an important part of the Hunter
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today, at the Wisconsin State Council of Machinists Annual Conference and surrounded by labor leaders and union members, signed Assembly Bill (AB) 651, now 2025 Wisconsin Act 145, which makes several improvements to Wisconsin’s worker’s compensation system. Gov. Evers also exercised a partial line-item veto on AB 650 relating to unemployment
There were some surprises along the way.
In a session otherwise defined by circular firing squads, three Republican legislators did something rare in Wisconsin politics. They led.
Wisconsin is sitting on a significant state budget surplus. Investing these resources into special education services would provide real relief while ensuring schools have the resources needed to serve all students. A more balanced approach to school funding, including a new approach to general aid disbursements, is necessary.
It is up to us as adults to put young people in an environment where they can be successful. And when we do that, these kids respond positively. When provided an equal level of expectations and a positive environment, Black students can perform just as well as their white counterparts.
Wauwatosa ‘2030 Slate’ mum on governing Ideas, promises school board recall elections
Americans have had enough of Trump-GOP’s cruelty, incompetence, lies and stupidity. There’s hope; Americans are organizing, protesting and voting.
The founders of the United States feared monarchically inclined presidents who could wage wars of whim.
The book’s foreword says McGovern’s diary provides “a sense of the man he was to become. We also come to understand why McGovern, having experienced combat firsthand, in later life was not among those given to glorifying war or to sending their fellow citizens to fight when not absolutely necessary.” Times have changed.
Most of our strategies focus on managing the symptoms of violence—not changing the conditions that produce it.
(Madison, WI) – An event recognizing April as Autism Acceptance Month will take place on Thursday, April 2nd at 12:00 PM in the Assembly Parlor at the Wisconsin State Capitol. The event is hosted by the Autism Society of Wisconsin, the Wisconsin Autism Providers Association, and Autism United of Wisconsin.
Madison, WI – On Friday, Governor Tony Evers vetoed Assembly Bill 225, introduced by Representative Cindi Duchow (R–Delafield) and Senator Dan Feyen (R–Fond du Lac). The bill aimed to prevent third parties, such as insurance companies, from influencing the selection of venue in civil lawsuits. It addressed the growing practice of
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today vetoed a bill that would have required opting Wisconsin into a nationwide expansion of private voucher schools under President Donald Trump’s and Republicans’ ‘Big Beautiful Bill, which is expected to divert billions of dollars from public schools and public education. Gov. Evers, who was
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) explains the steps needed to obtain an ID to show at the polls if the voter does not already have some form of approved ID, such as a Wisconsin driver license or ID. While Wisconsin residents are required to
MADISON, Wis. – As warmer weather approaches, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public that wild animals and their young will be on the move across Wisconsin. “Springtime brings a flurry of inquiries from concerned individuals about the wildlife they are encountering. It is perfectly natural for many
Menomonie, Wis. – The Arbor Day Foundation has recognized University of Wisconsin-Stout as a Tree Campus for its dedication to enhancing community well-being through tree education, investment and community engagement. The recognition is the latest chapter in the university’s long-running dedication to sustainability, which includes being named a national Green
Milwaukee, WI — Parents, School Engagement Council (SEC) members, and community advocates are raising urgent concerns about the Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) 2026–2027 budget, citing a lack of transparency, reduced school-level autonomy, and decisions that may negatively impact students and staff retention. At the center of these concerns is a
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