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UPFRONT: Supreme Court decisions

UPFRONT: Supreme Court decisions THE WISCONSIN SUPREME COURT’S LIBERAL MAJORITY STRIKING DOWN WISCONSIN’S 1849 ABORTION LAW THIS PAST WEEK. THE 4 TO 3 DECISION INVALIDATES WISCONSIN’S 176 YEAR OLD LAW THAT BANNED ABORTION IN NEARLY EVERY INSTANCE. …

Wisconsin Supreme Court upholds education statute

By Ann Meyer Contributing Writer NORTHEAST WIS. – The Wisconsin Supreme Court said on June 25 that Governor Tony Evers overstepped his authority when he attempted to use a partial veto on a literacy education act related to Act 20. He could have vetoed the …

As ICE keeps up pressure in Lower Manhattan court, state AG James takes more legal action to defend immigrant rights

New York’s Attorney General Letitia James attends a watch party for Zohran Mamdani’s primary election night rally in Long Island City, June 24, 2025. REUTERS/David ‘Dee’ Delgado State Attorney General Letitia James filed a brief last week urging a …

People In Wisconsin Are Now Being Warned Not To Travel To These Locations

Summer is here, and while everyone is enjoying warmer weather and all the fun outdoor activities that come with it, it's also a time when people start planning trips to take later this year and into 2026. Recent studies have indicated that a …

Universities of Wisconsin respond to reports of UW Regents home vandalism and pro-Palestinian notes

MADISON, Wis. (CBS 58) - The Universities of Wisconsin system has confirmed that some UW Regents recently had their homes vandalized, while others had free Palestine notes on them.  In a statement provided by spokesperson Mark Pitsch, the UW system is …

Gov. Tony Evers' re-election decision looms over battleground Wisconsin

In one of the nation’s most closely divided battleground states, there’s one big question on both parties’ minds: Is Gov. Tony Evers going to run for a third term next year? The answer will have reverberating consequences in Wisconsin, where one of five …

Greenwood official cites legal uncertainty in decision to delay hate crime ordinance

Despite a passionate plea from a local resident, and despite the growing number of municipalities passing hate intimidation ordinances across South Carolina, Greenwood leaders say legal ambiguity is the reason the city won’t be following suit, at least for …

Wisconsin celebrates fifteen-year anniversary of the state’s smoke free indoor air law

EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WEAU) -It was on this day fifteen years ago that Wisconsin’s smoke-free indoor air law went into effect. This law banned smoking indoors in public places. The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) celebrated this date as an …

Wisconsin DNR urges safety for ATV/UTV riders this summer

MADISON, WIs. - The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is encouraging all ATV and UTV riders to make safety part of the July 4th weekend by choosing to ride sober. What we know: So far in 2025, a news release from the DNR said 19 people have …

Wisconsin man accused of killing son, 2, before trying to 'blame dad who helped him flee'

A man allegedly killed his 2-year-old son and then attempted to get his dad to take the rap for it, prosecutors claim. James VanderLeest, 21, from Wisconsin, allegedly told police that his son, Leo Escalante, fell down a flight of stairs while his dad, …

Wallace in Wisconsin: The 1964 campaign that tested America’s soul over the politics of identity

Known nationally for his opposition to desegregation and federal civil rights mandates, Wallace used Wisconsin as a political laboratory to test whether his hardline message, rooted in states’ rights, anti-federalism, and White backlash, could resonate …

GOP-led states restrict ballot initiative access as Wisconsin remains one of few with no public option

A new Arkansas law will bar initiative ballot titles written above an eighth-grade reading level. And canvassers will have to verify that petition signers have either read the ballot title or had it read aloud to them. In South Dakota, sponsors will need …

Jim Dey | This road trip took a circuitous detour to Chicago federal court

Fourth of July weekend is a time of celebration, not to mention inebriation. Warnings to limit consumption and not drive drunk appear to be pointless, given the proclivities of celebrants. But examples of what can happen when people do may be more …

Wisconsin law firm paying for free Ubers for July 4 festivities

Reading Time: < 1 minute Are you getting our free newsletters? If you or someone you know is planning to drink for the holiday, there are safe rides being provided.  To help reduce drunken driving and encourage safer celebrations this Independence Day, …

Michigan-Wisconsin tennis in early August

MARQUETTE — The 78th annual Michigan-Wisconsin Tennis Open tournament will be held at several courts in the Escanaba area during the first weekend of August. Tourney headquarters will be at the Ludington Park courts near Lake Michigan, with courts also …

Pre Civil-War Wisconsin law does not ban abortion, says state Supreme Court

Wisconsin Politician Arrested for Allegedly Strangling a Dog Dies from Complications of Surgery

NEED TO KNOW Richard Van Buren, the Chairman of the Chester Town Board in Waupun, Wis., died from surgery complications at 55 He was previously arrested in connection with the death of a dog The politician was charged with one felony count of mistreatment …

Inside the wild final hours, rush to sign state budget moments after lawmakers approve it

Inside the wild final hours, rush to sign state budget moments after lawmakers approve it 'UPFRONT' recap: Key players share insights into the bipartisan deal SIGNING. NO BUDGET IS EASY. GOVERNOR TONY EVERS RACING TO SIGN THE STATE BUDGET INTO LAW. …

UPFRONT: Overnight budget signing

UPFRONT: Overnight budget signing SIGNING. NO BUDGET IS EASY. GOVERNOR TONY EVERS RACING TO SIGN THE STATE BUDGET INTO LAW. A RACE AGAINST PRESIDENT TRUMP AND HIS SO-CALLED BIG BEAUTIFUL BILL. WE WANTED TO GET IT DONE QUICKLY. LAWMAKERS PASSING THE BUDGET …

McIntosh Law Firm Earns 2025 Best of South Carolina Award for Trusted, Client-Focused Service

ANDERSON, SC, UNITED STATES, July 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- McIntosh Law Firm, LLC, a respected provider of estate planning, wills, probate, and business formation services, has been recognized as a 2025 Best of South Carolina Award winner. …

Tax Network USA Celebrated for Client-Focused Growth as Inc. 5000 Honoree

Fast-growing and client-driven, Tax Network USA is redefining tax relief with transparency, care, and results. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, July 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tax Network USA, a rising force in the tax resolution industry, has …

Eppes & Plumblee’s Demi Messer Wins 2025 Best of South Carolina Award for Smart, Caring Defense

GREENVILLE, SC, UNITED STATES, July 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Eppes & Plumblee, P.A. is a trusted name in criminal defense across Greenville, Anderson, Pickens, and Laurens counties, proudly announces that attorney Demi L. Messer has been …

Tax Network USA Recognized for Growth and Results That Restore Financial Stability

Now an Inc. 5000 company, Tax Network USA continues to lead in resolving personal IRS debt with integrity and impact. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, July 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tax Network USA has been named to the Inc. 5000 list of …

Guerreros de Ley - Abogados de Accidentes en Texas

Guerreros de Ley: abogados de accidentes de tránsito en Texas al servicio de la comunidad latina TX, UNITED STATES, July 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Guerreros de Ley: abogados de accidentes en Texas al servicio de la comunidad latina En …

CT Language Expands Professional Translation Services Across Canada and the US

CT Language strengthens its North American presence with fast, certified translation services in 80+ languages. TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, July 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CT Language, a leading Canadian translation agency, has announced the …

Vigna Law Group: 'Never Event' Retained Sponge Case Filed in Las Vegas

Retained surgical sponges are preventable 'Never Events'—RF technology drastically reduces risk LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “List of Serious Reportable Events (aka…” Never Events”)… 1D. Unintended …

Four-legged friends and five-figure fines: property stories you might have missed

Inside Conveyancing A look at the challenges surrounding lease terms, taxes and overall rising costs, which can affect both commercial buyers and vendors during negotiations. Estate Agent Today Market consolidation in the conveyancing sector is creating a …

S.H.A.R.E. Community Development Corp Proudly Selects Ms. Gita Bolt as Chief Legal Officer

S.H.A.R.E. Community Development Corp Appoints Gita Bolt as Chief Legal Officer HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- S.H.A.R.E. Community Development Corp (SCDC) proudly announces the selection of Ms. Gita Bolt as its new Chief …

CALDA Files Federal Lawsuit to Block Texas’ SB 17 — A New Land Ban Alleged to Target Chinese Americans

Lawsuit seeks to strike down SB 17, citing historic parallels to exclusionary land laws from the 1890s HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Chinese American Legal Defense Alliance (CALDA), a non-profit organization …

6 Of The Leading Reasons Why Top CFO's Overpay Sales Taxes At Their Companies

(Even Though They’re Pretty Sure They Don’t.) PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Many of the largest businesses in the United States overpay sales taxes, according to William Flick, a thought leader in sales tax …

Polypropylene Mid-urethral Slings: Pain and Mesh Removal

Sling removal reduces pain in many women; 1 in 4 becomes pain-free, though nearly half need further treatment, highlighting mesh-related complications SANTA BARBARA, CA, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “Mid-urethral sling …

Applications Now Open for the February 2026 Truth and Purpose Learning Tour for Educators

SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Institute for Common Power is proud to invite educators from across the country to apply for our February 2026 Truth and Purpose Learning Tour, a fully funded, immersive journey …

Congress Passes H.R. 1, Delivering Major Support for Federal Law Enforcement and Thomson Federal Prison

THOMSON, IL, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Congress has passed H.R. 1, a significant legislative package aimed at strengthening federal law enforcement, with a focus on addressing the staffing crisis at Thomson Federal Prison …

Attorney Rodney Okano Marks 20+ Years of Fighting for Las Vegas Car Accident Victims

LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Rodney Okano Car Accident Lawyer Law Firm, led by Attorney Rodney Okano, proudly celebrates over 20 years of dedicated service securing maximum compensation for injured Nevada …

Tax Network USA Earns Inc. 5000 Spot as It Accelerates Support for Small Businesses

Trusted by entrepreneurs nationwide, Tax Network USA combines proven results with Inc. 5000-caliber momentum. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the wake of increased IRS enforcement and growing financial …

Motorist Assurance Program Unveils Streamlined New Website for Driver Advocacy

Motorist Assurance Program introduces an enhanced website at Motorist.org, offering improved access to driver rights resources and legal information. WOODRIDGE, IL, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a continued effort to promote …

Moradi Neufer LLP Named One of the Top Five Firms in the Bay Area for Family Law, Divorce, and General Practice

Recognized by SFGate’s Best of the Bay Area 2025 for outstanding service, client care, and results in family law and general legal matters. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Moradi Neufer LLP is proud to …

Gateville Law Firm Named Best Law Firm in Kendall County for 2025

Trusted Estate Planning and Real Estate Attorney in Yorkville, IL YORKVILLE, IL, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Gateville Law Firm in Yorkville, Illinois is proud to announce that we’ve been named Best Law Firm in the 2025 Best of the …

Amazon Expands Same-Day Delivery to Rural Areas

RENO, NV, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Tuesday, June 24th, Amazon announced they will be expanding their same-day delivery services to more rural areas that typically don't have that shipping option. Amazon aims to …