So, what was all the fuss about? That was the sentiment of some voters after having to show a photo ID before they could cast their...
Finally, some lawmakers in Madison realize it may be a good idea to slow down. We have spoken here about the ridiculous schedule our lawmakers keep,...
Who should nominate the next justice of the United States Supreme Court? Traditionally, that duty falls to the President of the United States. But some think...
Like many media organizations, we are in favor of openness in government. We believe government operates most efficiently when it operates in the light of day,...
It was a good first step. But it is clear more needs to be done. In 2011, Wisconsin lawmakers passed a bill limiting when teachers and...
Earlier this week, we talked about the importance of getting Wisconsin lawmakers to end their practice of pulling all-nighters when debating the state budget. We support...
Let’s start with the premise that it is good for our democracy if a larger number of people turn out to vote. That’s why it is...
We have a pretty poor track record of helping our nation’s veterans. That’s why a proposed change in how veterans services are offered in Wisconsin is...
If at first you don’t succeed, try again. And again, and again, and again. That seems to be the philosophy among republicans in Washington, who can’t...
It is clear it could happen here. But repeatedly we have been told we are not ready to handle a major train derailment in La Crosse,...
Wisconsin may be the cheese state, but we love our cookies too. Especially homemade cookies. But it turns out it is illegal for people to sell...
Give them an inch, and they’ll take a mile. That seems to be what is happening in Madison, where representatives in the state Assembly have been...
Nobody likes paying taxes. So it sure would be nice to get a break. Some lawmakers in Madison are proposing just that. A group of state...
As we saw again over the weekend, winter storms can prove deadly. Is the state of Wisconsin doing enough to keep us safe? While an increasing...
Governor Walker’s plan to make college more affordable for Wisconsin students is a good start, but it doesn’t go far enough. Walker made a stop at...
It seems everyone is talking about tonight’s big Powerball jackpot. Including one Wisconsin legislature who has plans for spending the state’s share of the big prize....
If history is any guide, we can expect to be bombarded by negative ads in the upcoming race for a seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court....
It is time to end the debate over a marsh road in La Crosse. The Department of Transportation continues to insist the answer to improving traffic...
The battle continues over just what constitutes a public record in Wisconsin. For years, nearly every government document was on paper, and it was clear that...
There has to be a better way. State government continues to be more expensive to operate. The most recent state budget signed into law by Governor...