Wisconsin Supreme Court could further reshape balance of power in Capitol
Evers vs. Marklein calls into question the Joint Finance Committee’s authority to throw out policy decisions, including blocking approved Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program projects.
Wisconsin Supreme Court justices considering major case about land protection and budget decisions
The Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program is at the crux of a larger power struggle between Gov. Evers and Republican legislators.
A case before the Wisconsin Supreme Court could reshape state government. Here’s what to know
If Gov. Evers’ lawsuit is successful, the Legislature would be prevented from stalling proposed Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program projects.
Wisconsin Supreme Court justices question how much power Legislature should have
Oral arguments in the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program lawsuit center around the balance of legislative power.
Two northern Wisconsin projects sought $1M in boating grants. Only one got the money.
The City of Ashland was denied a $1 million Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program grant for a new boat launch, despite funding for similar projects being approved.
Climate-positive headlines greenwash Wisconsin’s fossil fuel dependency
Despite news of several positive developments in combating
climate change, continued investment in fossil fuels threatens Gov. Evers’ commitment to net-
zero carbon emissions by 2050.
Anti-conservation group works to influence land use policy in three northern Wisconsin counties
Texas-based group aims to block land conservation efforts across the country through local land use policies.
Opinion | Evers thwarts anti-conservation effort
Former state representative Spencer Black celebrates the permanent protection of the Pelican River Forest.
Town of Clay Banks Objects to Door County Land Trust Purchase
When prompted to review the project due to a Knowles-Nelson grant, Town officials passed a resolution objecting to it.
Commentary | Protecting Wisconsin’s Pelican River Forest provides multi-faceted benefits for generations to come
Clint Miller of The Conservation Fund celebrate the success of the Pelican River Forest project.
