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RFK Jr. Doubled Down on His Yearslong History of Spreading the Debunked Lie That Vaccines Are Linked to Autism Washington D.C. — Today in his Senate HELP confirmation hearing, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. refused to say that vaccines don’t cause
MADISON – The ACLU of Wisconsin congratulates the Dane County community members who successfully advocated for withdrawal from the State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP) after Dane County Sheriff Kalvin Barrett yesterday announced intentions to do so. SCAAP partially reimburses state and
In the latest episode of “Talking Trade,” Ben Miller of Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin touts the opportunity for dairy exports to reach new markets.
The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) released a new report titled, “The High Cost of Overregulation: How Excessive Government Control Threatens School Choice in Wisconsin.” The report analyzes how burdensome regulations hinder the ability of choice
MADISON – Assembly Committee on Ways and Means Chair Representative Jerry L. O’Connor (R-Fond du Lac) issued the following statement in response to yesterday’s Legislative Fiscal Bureau report detailing new state revenue estimates: “Wisconsinites continue paying too much in income
While Reps. Steil and Van Orden refuse to call for an end to Trump’s attempted cuts to loans and grants , community leaders and organizations speak out about its impact MADISON, Wis. – While President Trump has rushed to cut
Researchers and industry are working to address the challenge of rising energy needs linked to AI and data centers amid concerns around environmental impacts and strain on the energy grid. UW-Madison’s Wisconsin Energy Institute recently hosted a discussion on this
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Call me a cynic, but in this political environment, I’m far from convinced a backlog of rape kits will be the defining campaign issue in the Wisconsin Supreme Court race — because voters would actually have to take accusations of sexual assault and violence against women seriously.
Candidates for Wisconsin Supreme Court at odds over issue.
Research shows starting as early as 7:15 a.m. will be harmful to students, reduce learning.
We must reduce air pollution and address climate change by decreasing fossil fuels. We can’t let Wisconsin get left behind. We need to ensure that new gas plants, such as the Oak Creek Gas Plant and Paris Plant, are not built in Wisconsin.
MADISON, Wisc. — Today, Brittany Kinser, candidate for State Superintendent of Public Instruction, launched her first digital ad of the campaign in the lead-up to the February 18th primary. WATCH Speaking about the launch, Kinser Campaign Manager Amy Loudenbeck released the
It’s a new, more honest era.
In the execution of 46 executive orders, you have singlehandedly managed to change the trajectory of a nation. You have oppressed half of a nation, attempting to limit their inalienable rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
Immigrants are not America’s enemies. The drug cartels are.
MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction announced today the online application period for the Public School Open Enrollment Program for the 2025-26 school year opens Monday. Beginning Feb. 3, 2025, and running through April 30, 2025, parents and guardians can
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public comment on a trail network concept plan at Rib Mountain State Park. The Greater Wausau Prosperity Partnership, in collaboration with the DNR, has developed a trail network concept plan for Rib
The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL), representing the American Alliance for Equal Rights (AAER), filed a new lawsuit against the City of Chicago, the Illinois Gaming Board, and Bally’s Chicago Casino for an investment offering open
RFK Jr. Doubled Down on His Yearslong History of Spreading the Debunked Lie That Vaccines Are Linked to Autism Washington D.C. — Today in his Senate HELP confirmation hearing, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. refused to say that vaccines don’t cause autism. Both Senators Bill Cassidy and Bernie Sanders pressed RFK
MADISON – The ACLU of Wisconsin congratulates the Dane County community members who successfully advocated for withdrawal from the State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP) after Dane County Sheriff Kalvin Barrett yesterday announced intentions to do so. SCAAP partially reimburses state and municipal governments for the costs of incarcerating certain undocumented people
In the latest episode of “Talking Trade,” Ben Miller of Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin touts the opportunity for dairy exports to reach new markets.
The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) released a new report titled, “The High Cost of Overregulation: How Excessive Government Control Threatens School Choice in Wisconsin.” The report analyzes how burdensome regulations hinder the ability of choice schools to open and expand in Wisconsin. WILL aims for
MADISON – Assembly Committee on Ways and Means Chair Representative Jerry L. O’Connor (R-Fond du Lac) issued the following statement in response to yesterday’s Legislative Fiscal Bureau report detailing new state revenue estimates: “Wisconsinites continue paying too much in income taxes. If you go into a store and purchase items
While Reps. Steil and Van Orden refuse to call for an end to Trump’s attempted cuts to loans and grants , community leaders and organizations speak out about its impact MADISON, Wis. – While President Trump has rushed to cut federal grants and loans this week, all as part of
Researchers and industry are working to address the challenge of rising energy needs linked to AI and data centers amid concerns around environmental impacts and strain on the energy grid. UW-Madison’s Wisconsin Energy Institute recently hosted a discussion on this topic, which highlighted the soaring energy requirements linked to increased
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Call me a cynic, but in this political environment, I’m far from convinced a backlog of rape kits will be the defining campaign issue in the Wisconsin Supreme Court race — because voters would actually have to take accusations of sexual assault and violence against women seriously.
Candidates for Wisconsin Supreme Court at odds over issue.
Research shows starting as early as 7:15 a.m. will be harmful to students, reduce learning.
We must reduce air pollution and address climate change by decreasing fossil fuels. We can’t let Wisconsin get left behind. We need to ensure that new gas plants, such as the Oak Creek Gas Plant and Paris Plant, are not built in Wisconsin.
MADISON, Wisc. — Today, Brittany Kinser, candidate for State Superintendent of Public Instruction, launched her first digital ad of the campaign in the lead-up to the February 18th primary. WATCH Speaking about the launch, Kinser Campaign Manager Amy Loudenbeck released the following statement: “Brittany Kinser’s belief that Wisconsin must restore high
It’s a new, more honest era.
In the execution of 46 executive orders, you have singlehandedly managed to change the trajectory of a nation. You have oppressed half of a nation, attempting to limit their inalienable rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
Immigrants are not America’s enemies. The drug cartels are.
MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction announced today the online application period for the Public School Open Enrollment Program for the 2025-26 school year opens Monday. Beginning Feb. 3, 2025, and running through April 30, 2025, parents and guardians can apply to send their children to any public school district
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public comment on a trail network concept plan at Rib Mountain State Park. The Greater Wausau Prosperity Partnership, in collaboration with the DNR, has developed a trail network concept plan for Rib Mountain State Park that is consistent with the park’s property master
The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL), representing the American Alliance for Equal Rights (AAER), filed a new lawsuit against the City of Chicago, the Illinois Gaming Board, and Bally’s Chicago Casino for an investment offering open only for “people of color” and “women.” The Quotes: WILL Deputy