4/09/2026

N. WISCONSIN - Wisconsin lawmakers are considering passing a law that would legalize medical aid-in-dying across the state. Mentally competent adults with less than six months to live would be able to request medication to end their life. Supporters say the law includes safeguards and gives people autonomy and relief from unnecessary suffering. Critics argue that life should always be preserved. Chris Riley with the nonprofit Compassion and Choices, notes the proposal largely mirrors the organization’s model bill.

                    0:12  "And with this legislation in particular, there is no residency restrictions. We believe that residency restrictions are unconstitutional because we also acknowledge that individuals often cross state lines to access health care."

Similar legislation has been introduced in Wisconsin multiple times since the 1990s but has never advanced to a hearing. Illinois recently became the first state in the Midwest to authorize medical aid-in-dying. Riley says this could create momentum for neighboring states.

4/09/2026

LAC DU FLAMBEAU – Today is election day for the Lac Du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Tribe.  The ballot includes 2 yes or no questions.  One asking whether or not to approve a proposed Chapter 75, Sex Offender Registry and Community Notification Code and asking whether or not to approve a chapter 99 Cannabis Code.  Tribal Members can vote from 10am to 6pm today at the William Wildcat Sr. Tribal Center Council Room. 

4/09/2026

UPPER MICHIGAN – The Michigan State Police say they received nearly 80 submissions from students across the state, all putting their own creative spin on the MSP shield in a coloring contest. The State Police have narrowed the submissions down to their top 10 designs and are now asking the public to choose the winner!   One like = one vote. Voting is open now through April 17 at 3 p.m. Eastern time.  We have a link on our Facebook page for you to vote for your favorite.