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Letter: UW does not address many issues for students with disabilities

To a person without a disability, the life of a person with one is nearly impossible to truly comprehend.

Contentious mining bill passes Assembly

The Wisconsin State Assembly passed the bill to streamline the issue of iron mining permits after hours of debate Thursday.

Mining bill sparks protest

Hundreds of citizens from around the state of Wisconsin gathered on the Capitol steps Wednesday to protest the Gogebic Taconite Iron Mining Bill, which would ease regulations and make it easier for companies to mine iron ore.

Judge grants officials extra 30 days to verify Walker recall signatures

State election officials have an extra 30 days to verify the validity of 1.9 million signatures filed in the recall effort against Gov. Scott Walker, Lt. Gov. Rebecca Kleefisch, Senate Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald and three other State Senators, after a Judge ruled Wednesday.

Special committee to address moped parking issues

While UW-Madison has moped parking rules in place including a parking program requiring moped owners to purchase annual permits and park in designated areas, there are virtually no laws regarding off-campus moped parking, according to Mayor Paul Soglin.

Mining bill divides Wisconsin public

Iron and Ashland counties, in the very north of Wisconsin, are home to over 300 lakes and serve as a hotspot for outdoor enthusiasts. Ashland County is also home to the Bad River Indian Tribe, who has lived on its reservation since 1854. But these two counties that are celebrated for their natural beauty also suffer from some of the highest unemployment in the state.

Worst decisions made at the Capitol

Voter ID law suppresses citizens' rights

ACLU sues state over voter ID requirement

The American Civil Liberties Union filed a federal lawsuit against the state of Wisconsin Tuesday, claiming the state's voter ID law infringes on some citizens' rights and is unconstitutional.

Permits for protesting unconstitutional

What are the ultimate principles behind issuing a permit? To grant privileges to individuals that would otherwise be turned away if certain qualifications weren’t met. What is the purpose of a rally or demonstration? To further advocate a cause that otherwise isn’t being addressed. What is the overarching reason behind Gov. Scott Walker’s updated facilities policy? Take one guess.

Bill would allow liquor stores to give out sample shots

Legislation that would allow Wisconsin liquor retailers to offer up to three shots of liquor to customers is seeking co-sponsorship.

12092011 mining

Rep. Tom Tiffany, R-Hazelhurst, announced a mining reform bill in a Thursday morning press conference. The Republican-backed bill would streamline the mining permit application process.

Assembly Republicans announce mining reform bill

Republicans in the Assembly introduced legislation that would change the process of obtaining iron mining permits at a press conference Thursday. The drafted bill would provide a timely process for the state to issue a mining permit.

Officials, protestors discuss new permit requirement

Department of Administration and Capitol Police officials addressed opposition to new rules that require a permit for public use of the state Capitol and the capitol grounds Thursday.

UW-Madison could have office in Shanghaias early as June

UW-Madison could have an office in Shanghai by June, according to university officials who recently visited China to explore the possibility of bolstering ties between the university and the Asian country.

Capitol Protests will require permits

The state Department of Administration announced a new policy Thursday that requires demonstrators to apply for a permit before hosting a protest or rally in state buildings, including the Capitol.

Wisconsin ‘personhood’ amendment another assault on women’s rights

I don't particularly like to dabble in politics. The Dirty Bird, my regular column, is the sex column on Page 2. Sure, individual politics likely play a role in individual sexual choices, but I believe there should be little global overlap between the two realms; and let me assure you, I much prefer sex to politics.

Democratic Party of Wisconsin will intervene in redistricting lawsuit

The Democratic Party of Wisconsin announced Monday it will intervene in a Republican lawsuit asking the Supreme Court to require recall elections for members of the state legislature to be held under new districts.

Bill allows vocational diplomas in high school

A bill introduced in September would allow Wisconsin school districts to offer vocational high school diplomas to students, permitting students to graduate without fulfilling educational requirements for core subjects now in place.

Fake News Friday: Risser, Fitzgerald throw it down on the Senate floor

Only a few weeks after the state Senate approved rules allowing those with permits to carry concealed weapons on the Senate floor, members of the Senate are chosing violence over discussion to “get things done way quicker.”

Board’s technical school decision to be formalized