Dave Cieslewicz: Who’s behind the Rodriguez smear?
It looks like we have the most convincing evidence to date that Sara Rodriguez is the front runner for the Democratic gubernatorial nomination.
Ben Eisen: Economic freedom is worth defending — even when political parties forget it
Economic freedom is not a Democratic or Republican value. It should be seen as an American one. It is a fundamental animating idea of the republic that people should be free to work, build, hire, save, invest, trade and make their own economic choices without unnecessary interference from government.
Patrick Testin: The real reason why Knowles-Nelson expired
Legislative Democrats will tell you the blame falls solely and directly at the feet of their Republican counterparts – myself included. However, that claim is nothing more than a disingenuous display of blatant political theater.
Tom Still: It’s not just hot outside: Those who supply power feel the heat, too.
While imperfect, Wisconsin’s regulatory processes have allowed utilities to provide safe, reliable and affordable energy for decades. Those who propose to throw it overboard for a different system must be willing to explain how the lights will stay on, in heat or cold.
Emma Strode and Shelby Terrell: As doctors, we see what happens when kids don’t wear helmets
We should not allow a child to ride an e-bike or e-scooter without a helmet designed for the speed and use.
Steve Panten: Motorcyclists deserve right to repair what they own
When you buy something, you should own it. Owning it means the right to fix it, or to choose who fixes it.
Ben Slowey: The fight to protect gender-affirming care and trans right in Wisconsin continues
A slew of anti-trans state legislation was recently vetoed by Governor Tony Evers in March. While this is obviously great news, it’s concerning that these bills were not only considered in the first place but passed by the state Legislature.
Judith Davidoff: Science news blues
A Madison-based nonprofit, The Open Notebook, is trying to buck the trend of declining coverage by giving journalists tools and confidence.
Richard Moore: On science, Johnson asks the right question
As new research raises even more questions, as moms are arrested and charged with murder, and as families continue to lose their infants to SIDS, we need more research and transparency, not less. Johnson’s letter represents an important turning point.
Dan Knodl: America at 250: The greatest experiment in self-government
For 250 years, the Constitution has provided a framework that protects liberty while allowing free people to govern themselves. It does not guarantee perfection. It does something more important. It provides the tools for a free people to solve problems peacefully.
Simran Arora: My American journey: Celebrating freedom this Independence Day
Independence Day is more than a holiday to me. It represents the freedom, opportunity, and welcome that this country extended to me. From an international student to a proud citizen of the United States, every step of this journey has shaped who I am today.
House Majority PAC poll: Rebecca Cooke leads Derrick Van Orden in WI-03
Washington, D.C. – A new House Majority PAC poll of Wisconsin’s 3rd Congressional District, conducted by FM3 Research from June 20-25, 2026, finds Democratic candidate Rebecca Cooke leading Republican Rep. Derrick Van Orden in the race for Congress. Key findings
Dept. of Transportation: Public meeting scheduled for WIS 69 and WIS 92 in Belleville
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is conducting a public involvement meeting to discuss proposed improvements on WIS 69 from Gehin Street to WIS 92 and on WIS 92 from WIS 69 to East Avenue in Belleville, Dane County. The
Waukesha County: Waukesha County residents now eligible for FEMA individual assistance following April storms and flooding
(Waukesha County, WI) -This past April, Waukesha County was struck by multiple rounds of severe storms that produced an EF2 tornado in the Village of Lisbon on April 14, and an EF0 tornado in the City of Muskego on April 17. In the months that followed, the County has continued
Wisconsin Supreme Court stays case challenging legality of immigration detainers
The Wisconsin Supreme Court has stayed a case challenging the legality of local law enforcement holding people at the request of federal immigration officials.