Interviews

Lawmakers call for an end to “Pink Tax” on menstrual products

Representative Lee Snodgrass introduces bipartisan legislation to eliminate 5% sales tax on menstrual products in Wisconsin.

Wisconsin advocates push to eliminate tax on menstrual products

Women and children who live in low-income areas say they can’t always afford a necessary monthly expense, forcing them to choose between period products and other daily needs.

Wisconsin lawmakers introduce bipartisan bill to eliminate ‘Pink Tax’

A bipartisan bill introduced Tuesday aims to remove Wisconsin 5% sales tax on menstrual products. 

Public school advocates blame state neglect for school district debt, higher property taxes

AASD school superintendent, former school board member pushing for referendum in April to help with district's $13 million deficit

Local community leaders make the case for Appleton school referendum

Appleton Schools are considering going to referendum to balance its budget, and according to local education leaders and advocates, the state school funding picture is to blame.

What drivers need to know about Wisconsin's newly expanded 'Move Over' traffic law

Wisconsin drivers now need to be extra vigilant when passing stalled vehicles on the side of the road.

Green Bay public schools expect another $2 million gap due to lower special ed funding

Wisconsin school districts are bracing for less help from the state with funding special education.

New soybean-based suppressant foam cuts out PFAS, unites Wisconsin farmers & firefighters

Some departments are starting to fight fires with soybean-based foam as an alternative to chemical-based products.

Assembly approves series of election-related bills

The Assembly today approved along party lines a bill to make it easier for Wisconsinites to appeal if the Elections Commission rejects a complaint filed with the agency. 

Wisconsin lawmakers pass Erin's Law to educate kids on recognizing sexual abuse

Lawmakers spent Wednesday afternoon debating a proposal known as Erin's Law, which proponents say could protect thousands of Wisconsin children.