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The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) released a new report called “Shining a Light: Enhancing Transparency and Accountability in Wisconsin’s Public Records Process.” The report highlights several actionable reforms that would enhance government transparency and make it easier for
Rep. Lindee Brill, R-Sheboygan Falls, who is the vice-chair of the Mental Health and Substance Abuse Prevention Committee, says in a new Capitol Chats episode that addressing addiction in the state is important to her because of how many people are impacted each day.
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting applications for new Export Expansion Grants through April 9, 2025. These grants are funded through the Wisconsin Initiative for Agricultural Exports (WIAE), which Gov. Evers
Madison, WI – Today, Sen. Howard Marklein (R-Spring Green) and Rep. Tony Kurtz (R-Wonewoc) circulated a package of legislation which will provide significant resources and additional tools to support Wisconsin’s Emergency Medical Services (EMS) System. The bills support local EMS personnel
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to attend a youth fishing clinic in southeast Wisconsin on Saturday, April 12, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The first youth fishing clinic in southeast Wisconsin was
“Nobody who’s supporting me is getting any kind of pass. Anybody who’s not supporting me isn’t getting any kind of a black mark,” Schimel said at an event hosted by the Milwaukee Press Club, WisPolitics and the Rotary Club of Milwaukee. “Anyone who comes to my courtroom, I will focus on the facts of the case and what is the law.”
Currently, more than 1,000 inmates reside in the facility, despite a capacity of less than 750. It is estimated there is currently $200 million in repairs and deferred maintenance costs.
They want more colleagues and strict rules on cell phones.
Most young people under the age of 18 will experience two traumatic events in their lives. Therefore, providing them with the tools to cope and handle conflict resolution is the key.
The good news is that we have time to right the ship. By aggressively promoting a STEM-based education, we can ensure that the next generation of American students is primed for success.
Beyond Tesla dealerships is something more far-reaching for Musk and Trump.
The “RULE OF LAW” is the basis of America’s Constitution. When we no longer have respect and adherence to our laws, we no longer have a democracy. The people’s government is being shoved aside for a government “of the president, by the president, for the president.”
The billionaires have been put in charge of the United States and they are just getting started remaking it to serve themselves. It’s up to us to decide who shall rule before it’s too late.
The importance of arts, crafts, and imagination as the world collapses.
Political trends come and go, and there’s always room for disagreement on what’s effective and what is not. However, the long-term record of federal support for research has paid off in dollars and cents as well as human health. It deserves to continue.
Firearm maker Henry Repeating Arms plans to move all manufacturing operations to Wisconsin after recently expanding its headquarters in Rice Lake. In a release yesterday, the manufacturer announced its “firm commitment” to the move, which will involve transferring operations from
Madison – March 19, 2025 – Today, End Domestic Abuse Wisconsin (End Abuse) and the Wisconsin Coalition Against Sexual Assault (WCASA) are hosting a Legislative Advocacy Day which will bring programs from across the state to meet with elected officials to discuss
MADISON – A grassroots group of parents will bring a visually compelling reminder of children from across Wisconsin to the state Capitol today (March 19), part of their campaign to persuade state legislators to include more special education funding in the
MILWAUKEE – The state of U.S. journalism, which faces new challenges from politicians and market forces, will be the subject of a lively panel discussion featuring three Wisconsin news executives. Wisconsin Public Radio Director of Radio Sarah Ashworth, Milwaukee Journal
MADISON, Wis. — Today, Judge Susan Crawford’s campaign for the Wisconsin Supreme Court launched “How Corrupt,” a new ad highlighting Brad Schimel’s corrupt record—including how Elon Musk is trying to buy him a seat on the Supreme Court, because Schimel always
The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) released a new report called “Shining a Light: Enhancing Transparency and Accountability in Wisconsin’s Public Records Process.” The report highlights several actionable reforms that would enhance government transparency and make it easier for citizens to hold their government accountable. The Quote: WILL Policy Director,
Rep. Lindee Brill, R-Sheboygan Falls, who is the vice-chair of the Mental Health and Substance Abuse Prevention Committee, says in a new Capitol Chats episode that addressing addiction in the state is important to her because of how many people are impacted each day.
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting applications for new Export Expansion Grants through April 9, 2025. These grants are funded through the Wisconsin Initiative for Agricultural Exports (WIAE), which Gov. Evers created in 2021 to promote Wisconsin dairy, meat, and crop
Madison, WI – Today, Sen. Howard Marklein (R-Spring Green) and Rep. Tony Kurtz (R-Wonewoc) circulated a package of legislation which will provide significant resources and additional tools to support Wisconsin’s Emergency Medical Services (EMS) System. The bills support local EMS personnel and departments by providing funding to reimburse volunteers for the
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to attend a youth fishing clinic in southeast Wisconsin on Saturday, April 12, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The first youth fishing clinic in southeast Wisconsin was held 40 years ago. Come out and celebrate the anniversary
“Nobody who’s supporting me is getting any kind of pass. Anybody who’s not supporting me isn’t getting any kind of a black mark,” Schimel said at an event hosted by the Milwaukee Press Club, WisPolitics and the Rotary Club of Milwaukee. “Anyone who comes to my courtroom, I will focus on the facts of the case and what is the law.”
Currently, more than 1,000 inmates reside in the facility, despite a capacity of less than 750. It is estimated there is currently $200 million in repairs and deferred maintenance costs.
They want more colleagues and strict rules on cell phones.
Most young people under the age of 18 will experience two traumatic events in their lives. Therefore, providing them with the tools to cope and handle conflict resolution is the key.
The good news is that we have time to right the ship. By aggressively promoting a STEM-based education, we can ensure that the next generation of American students is primed for success.
Beyond Tesla dealerships is something more far-reaching for Musk and Trump.
The “RULE OF LAW” is the basis of America’s Constitution. When we no longer have respect and adherence to our laws, we no longer have a democracy. The people’s government is being shoved aside for a government “of the president, by the president, for the president.”
The billionaires have been put in charge of the United States and they are just getting started remaking it to serve themselves. It’s up to us to decide who shall rule before it’s too late.
The importance of arts, crafts, and imagination as the world collapses.
Political trends come and go, and there’s always room for disagreement on what’s effective and what is not. However, the long-term record of federal support for research has paid off in dollars and cents as well as human health. It deserves to continue.
Firearm maker Henry Repeating Arms plans to move all manufacturing operations to Wisconsin after recently expanding its headquarters in Rice Lake. In a release yesterday, the manufacturer announced its “firm commitment” to the move, which will involve transferring operations from its New Jersey plant to Rice Lake and nearby facilities
Madison – March 19, 2025 – Today, End Domestic Abuse Wisconsin (End Abuse) and the Wisconsin Coalition Against Sexual Assault (WCASA) are hosting a Legislative Advocacy Day which will bring programs from across the state to meet with elected officials to discuss critical issues impacting survivors. A focal point of this event
MADISON – A grassroots group of parents will bring a visually compelling reminder of children from across Wisconsin to the state Capitol today (March 19), part of their campaign to persuade state legislators to include more special education funding in the upcoming state budget. The “Learn in My Shoes” campaign will
MILWAUKEE – The state of U.S. journalism, which faces new challenges from politicians and market forces, will be the subject of a lively panel discussion featuring three Wisconsin news executives. Wisconsin Public Radio Director of Radio Sarah Ashworth, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Executive Editor Greg Borowski and Wisconsin Watch CEO George
MADISON, Wis. — Today, Judge Susan Crawford’s campaign for the Wisconsin Supreme Court launched “How Corrupt,” a new ad highlighting Brad Schimel’s corrupt record—including how Elon Musk is trying to buy him a seat on the Supreme Court, because Schimel always helps his campaign donors. How corrupt is Brad Schimel? He