Politics

Representative Lisa Subeck Joins Governor Evers, Democratic Colleagues Introducing Universal Background Check Legislation

Representative Lisa Subeck Joins Governor Evers, Democratic Colleagues Introducing Universal Background Check Legislation

"No family should have to worry that they or their children will be harmed by gun violence."

Wisconsin Democrats Announce Universal Background Checks Bill, Call on Republicans to Act

Wisconsin Democrats Announce Universal Background Checks Bill, Call on Republicans to Act

Gov. Evers, Lt. Gov. Barnes, Attorney General Kaul join Rep. Sargent and Sen. Johnson in supporting universal background checks.

Bill Outlawing Sexual Contact While In Custody Moves Forward

Bill Outlawing Sexual Contact While In Custody Moves Forward

"In an ideal world, we would not need to create a law that makes it illegal for a member of law enforcement to have sex with a person in their custody and completely at their mercy."

Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Part-Time Register of Deeds of Menominee County
Realities of Anti-Shackling Bill Evoke Emotion

Realities of Anti-Shackling Bill Evoke Emotion

Shackling is the practice of using chains to restrain pregnant women, during labor and after delivery.

Opposition to streetcar gains stronger foothold

Opposition to streetcar gains stronger foothold

Statement of Alderman Tony Zielinski August 14, 2019

Gov. Evers Announces Appointments to the Board of the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection

Gov. Evers Announces Appointments to the Board of the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection

“I am pleased to appoint Patty, Dan, and Carla to the DATCP Board.”

Questions About Brian Hagedorn’s Ability to Fairly Serve All Remain Unanswered

Questions About Brian Hagedorn’s Ability to Fairly Serve All Remain Unanswered

Bigoted Views, Affiliations With Hate Group and Conflicts of Interest Cast Cloud Over Newest Member of State High Court

Wisconsin Assembly Republicans Abandon the Americans with Disabilities Act

Wisconsin Assembly Republicans Abandon the Americans with Disabilities Act

"This isn’t simply a legal mandate, it is a moral one."

Lipscomb Applauds Work of Domes Task Force

Lipscomb Applauds Work of Domes Task Force

The Domes Task Force voted Tuesday night to endorse a business plan for restoring the Domes, expanding programming, and adding several amenities to Mitchell Park.

Rep. Shankland: Republican So-called “Campus Free Speech” Bill Likely To Do Just The Opposite
Rep. Shankland

Republican So-called “Campus Free Speech” Bill Likely To Do Just The Opposite

"I’m especially concerned about the far-reaching impact this legislation could have on freedom of speech on campus."

Supervisor Taylor Supports Young Artists

Supervisor Taylor Supports Young Artists

"I applaud them for using their civil rights to protect the rights of others with this important work."