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Republican leaders proposed returning most of the state’s projected $2.5 billion surplus to taxpayers.
Poorly regulated public monopolies have created an overstretched, unevenly maintained power grid.
Why is Hong defying the odds?
Future ACA and Medicaid cuts and policy changes will by 2034 result in 17 million, including 276,000 Wisconsinites, losing health coverage.
The courses have been the subject of scrutiny for pushing left-leaning talking points.
Dual enrollment allows high school students to earn college credit while completing their diplomas, giving them earlier exposure to postsecondary education and clearer pathways to careers.
Instead of fighting over divisive definitions, I propose a bipartisan task force to develop a government approach to fighting hatred, including antisemitism.
Rather than take the opportunity to preempt the illegal delegation and assumption of core powers, the Court decided to pay lip service to Congress’s taxing power, but it then resolved to permit delegation of the taxing power anyway under different statutes. But those statutes are illegal too.
We must refuse to treat dissent as treason and diversity as a threat. We must refuse to go along with a leader who normalizes hate and exclusion.
Creating, improving and expanding those vibrant parts of the community for future Madison and Dane County generations was what drove this tireless champion of the outdoors and the need to protect the environment we’ve been given.
Madison, WI — A new statewide initiative, Wisconsin Forests FIRST (Forest Industry Roadmap and Strategies for Tomorrow), has officially launched to develop a strategic plan and long-term roadmap to ensure Wisconsin’s forests remain healthy while supporting a resilient, sustainable, and
Ellen and Joe Checota and the Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) announced the launch of the largest scholarship program in MATC history. The Second Ellen & Joe Checota MATC Scholarship Program will provide comprehensive support to students in need who are enrolled in
GREEN BAY, Wis.— From entry‑level roles to the executive suite, leadership in transportation is shaped by moments of change, challenge and long‑term decision‑making. Those themes will take center stage on Tuesday, March 10, 2026 when Union Pacific Railroad executive Kenny
MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin’s state-chartered banks reported sound financial performance through year-end 2025, according to data released today by the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI). As of December 31, 2025, there were 116 state-chartered commercial banks serving Wisconsin residents. At
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced her Digital Coast Act passed out of the Senate. This bipartisan bill, which is co-led by Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), will help coastal communities better prepare for storms, cope with varying water levels,
A recent survey of Appleton-area companies found access to talent was far and away the biggest challenge associated with doing business in the region. The Fox Cities Chamber recently released the results of its 2026 Economic Outlook Survey, which revealed
Hey there, folks! Governor Tony Evers here. During the 2026 the Year of the Neighbor, ensuring our neighbors have access to clean, safe water has to be a top priority. Whether it’s kids in the classrooms, families at home, or our farmers or agricultural industries, Wisconsinites should
MADISON, Wis. — March 2, 2026 — After years of vision, collaboration, and community leadership, The Center for Black Excellence and Culture (The Center) will officially open its doors on Wednesday, May 6, welcoming the public to experience a long‑awaited space created to
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Republican leaders proposed returning most of the state’s projected $2.5 billion surplus to taxpayers.
Poorly regulated public monopolies have created an overstretched, unevenly maintained power grid.
Why is Hong defying the odds?
Future ACA and Medicaid cuts and policy changes will by 2034 result in 17 million, including 276,000 Wisconsinites, losing health coverage.
The courses have been the subject of scrutiny for pushing left-leaning talking points.
Dual enrollment allows high school students to earn college credit while completing their diplomas, giving them earlier exposure to postsecondary education and clearer pathways to careers.
Instead of fighting over divisive definitions, I propose a bipartisan task force to develop a government approach to fighting hatred, including antisemitism.
Rather than take the opportunity to preempt the illegal delegation and assumption of core powers, the Court decided to pay lip service to Congress’s taxing power, but it then resolved to permit delegation of the taxing power anyway under different statutes. But those statutes are illegal too.
We must refuse to treat dissent as treason and diversity as a threat. We must refuse to go along with a leader who normalizes hate and exclusion.
Creating, improving and expanding those vibrant parts of the community for future Madison and Dane County generations was what drove this tireless champion of the outdoors and the need to protect the environment we’ve been given.
Madison, WI — A new statewide initiative, Wisconsin Forests FIRST (Forest Industry Roadmap and Strategies for Tomorrow), has officially launched to develop a strategic plan and long-term roadmap to ensure Wisconsin’s forests remain healthy while supporting a resilient, sustainable, and competitive forest products industry. Wisconsin Forests FIRST is funded through
Ellen and Joe Checota and the Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) announced the launch of the largest scholarship program in MATC history. The Second Ellen & Joe Checota MATC Scholarship Program will provide comprehensive support to students in need who are enrolled in the MATC trade and technical programs. The Second Checota MATC
GREEN BAY, Wis.— From entry‑level roles to the executive suite, leadership in transportation is shaped by moments of change, challenge and long‑term decision‑making. Those themes will take center stage on Tuesday, March 10, 2026 when Union Pacific Railroad executive Kenny Rocker shares insights from his three-decade career in rail and
MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin’s state-chartered banks reported sound financial performance through year-end 2025, according to data released today by the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI). As of December 31, 2025, there were 116 state-chartered commercial banks serving Wisconsin residents. At year-end 2025, total assets for Wisconsin’s state-chartered banks stood at
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced her Digital Coast Act passed out of the Senate. This bipartisan bill, which is co-led by Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), will help coastal communities better prepare for storms, cope with varying water levels, and plan for future economic development. The bill reauthorizes the
A recent survey of Appleton-area companies found access to talent was far and away the biggest challenge associated with doing business in the region. The Fox Cities Chamber recently released the results of its 2026 Economic Outlook Survey, which revealed the business community in the northeastern Wisconsin region is “cautiously
Hey there, folks! Governor Tony Evers here. During the 2026 the Year of the Neighbor, ensuring our neighbors have access to clean, safe water has to be a top priority. Whether it’s kids in the classrooms, families at home, or our farmers or agricultural industries, Wisconsinites should be able to trust that the water coming out of
MADISON, Wis. — March 2, 2026 — After years of vision, collaboration, and community leadership, The Center for Black Excellence and Culture (The Center) will officially open its doors on Wednesday, May 6, welcoming the public to experience a long‑awaited space created to honor Black culture, history, and future generations. The Grand Opening
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