Tag: Wisconsin

Kids sue Wisconsin over climate change

Protesters in Milwaukee take part in a 2019 march demanding action to address climate change. Fifteen young people…

Democratic lawmakers propose prohibiting concealed carry on college campuses in Wisconsin

“I fear for my life on campus now, going to class each day with the knowledge that, at…

What will succeed Jolly Good Soda as the Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin?

Nominations have opened for the annual Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin celebration of Wisconsin's expansive manufacturing economy.Wisconsin Manufacturers…

Wisconsin Dad Who Faked His Own Death Sentenced to 89 Days in Jail, the Same Number of Days He Was Missing

NEED TO KNOWRyan Borgwardt from Wisconsin has been sentenced to 89 days in jail to match the 89…

Here’s how Wisconsin students can get free driver’s education classes

For a second year, Wisconsin students from lower-income families can apply online for funding to cover the cost…

With no incumbent and no big names, the 2026 Wisconsin governor’s race is shaping up as unusual

Wisconsin will elect a new governor next year, and chances are good it’s someone most voters today know…

Young climate activists in Wisconsin sue state over pro-fossil fuel policies

Fifteen young climate advocates, aged eight to 17, on Friday sued the state of Wisconsin over its pro-fossil…

With ‘no tax on tips’ out of the budget, Wisconsin lawmakers turn to bill mirroring federal law

Wisconsin lawmakers heard testimony Thursday on a bill to make tips for restaurant servers and other workers exempt…

Hungry Japanese beetles are a formidable foe for Wisconsin vineyard owners

Since they first appeared in the United States over 100 years ago, Japanese Beetles have made their presence…

How much did it rain in Wisconsin on Monday? Rain totals from Aug. 18

Monday was yet another rainy day for most of Wisconsin.Showers resulted in two flash flood warnings from the…

Wisconsin school rating changes cover up for underperforming schools

(The Center Square) – The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction’s new changes to its 1–5 star school ratings…

Wisconsin’s surplus is waning. Next budget will mean ‘coming back to Earth.’

Gov. Tony Evers delivers his 2025 state budget address in February. The bipartisan budget Evers signed in July…