Madison, WI – On Monday, Americans for Prosperity-Wisconsin (AFP-WI) kicked off a week of events with a grocery giveaway at Piggly Wiggly in Oostburg. The national ‘Bidenomics’ van tour will make four more stops this week across the Badger State to offer
From WisPolitics … — A Door County judge today rejected a challenge to the absentee envelopes the state Elections Commission approved a year ago. Judge David Weber also shot down a motion from an Amberg man to require those who
Today District Attorney Eric J. Toney announced that James R. Stearns was convicted at a Court Trial by Judge Anthony Nehls of one count of Terrorist Threats, a Class I Felony. The conviction stems from two emails sent by Stearns
Today, the League of Women Voters of Wisconsin and Disability Rights Wisconsin represented by Law Forward, along with other defendants, won the Oldenburg v. Wisconsin Election Commission (WEC) case in circuit court. The case challenged established absentee voting practices in
On Saturday, Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff campaigned for Vice President Kamala Harris in Wausau and Stevens Point, highlighting the stakes of the 2024 election for Wisconsinites. Second Gentleman Emhoff delivered remarks at the 7th Annual Hmong Wausau Festival with Governor
MADISON, WIS. – Timothy M. O’Shea, United States Attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin, announced that Christopher S. Wilson, 28, Madison, Wisconsin, was sentenced today by Chief U.S. District Judge James D. Peterson to 5 years in federal prison for conspiring to distribute 40 grams
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) reminds voters to check and be sure that they have the proper identification needed to vote in next month’s Fall Primary election (August 13, 2024). Wisconsin driver licenses or
From August 3 – August 10, neighbors, visitors and business owners will celebrate Bronzeville Week with community events MILWAUKEE – As part of Bronzeville Week, the City of Milwaukee’s annual celebration of African American culture, history, art, commerce, and entertainment, the
The endorsement builds on Shankland’s experience as a leader on environmental issues in the State Legislature, in contrast to MAGA extremist Derrick Van Orden STEVENS POINT, WI — The League of Conservation Voters (LCV), a leading national advocate for environmental conservation,
Town of Erin – Assembly candidate Jim Piwowarczyk is raising concerns about his opponent Don Pridemore’s outrageous July 23 vote on the Hartford Joint 1 School Board to approve the Biden administration’s Title IX language for middle and elementary kids.
Monona, WI — Maia Pearson, candidate for Wisconsin State Assembly District 78, is honored to receive the endorsement of former Wisconsin Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes. “Maia Pearson has been an advocate, organizer and leader dedicated to the betterment of her
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced MGT of America Consulting, LLC (MGT) has been selected by his administration to conduct an outside, independent audit of Milwaukee Public Schools’ (MPS) operations, processes, and procedures. Gov. Evers announced last month he would commit the necessary resources to p… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have
The Governor’s Task Force on Broadband Access is pushing for more state funding to expand broadband in Wisconsin, arguing “federal funds alone won’t solve internet access issues” for state residents. The task force on Friday issued its fourth annual report,
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced four Wisconsin tribes have been awarded over $20 million to invest in affordable housing through the Fiscal Year 2023 annual funding bill she supported. “Everyone in our state deserves the opportunity
This Morning, 3rd Congressional District Candidate Eric Wilson announced that he earned the endorsement of Congressman Ro Khanna of California’s 17th District. “I’m proud to endorse Eric Wilson for Wisconsin’s 3rd District. Eric stands out as a leader who is
TOP STORIES At Hmong Festival, second gentleman Emhoff says Hmong vote could decide election … In brief remarks, Emhoff said Harris is committed to ensuring justice and freedom for all. … “This community right here could decide the election in
EAU CLAIRE, Wisc. – Today, Rebecca Cooke for Congress released “4-H,” the campaign’s first radio advertisement in Wisconsin’s Third District. The 60-second spot features a recitation of the 4-H pledge, notes that “big city folks might not get it, but Western
Not all the Democratic candidates in Wisconsin’s 40th Assembly District support full marijuana legalization. Brad Cook, D-Pardeeville, said he would only support legalization for medical uses, for now, while Karen DeSanto, D-Baraboo, and Kyle Kunicki, D-Merrimac, both said they support full legalization of marijuana.
It will surprise precisely no one to read that University of Wisconsin–Madison faculty lean to the left. What is shocking is how complete the skew is. We believe UW officials and state leaders must recognize this problem and use the tools at their disposal to open the UW to greater diversity of thought.
MADISON, Wis. – The 2024 Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin (BLBW) grants are open to applicants until 11:59 p.m. on September 9, 2024. The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) will award a total of up to $200,000
Madison, WI – On Monday, Americans for Prosperity-Wisconsin (AFP-WI) kicked off a week of events with a grocery giveaway at Piggly Wiggly in Oostburg. The national ‘Bidenomics’ van tour will make four more stops this week across the Badger State to offer some relief from ‘Bidenomics’ and provide an opportunity to hear
From WisPolitics … — A Door County judge today rejected a challenge to the absentee envelopes the state Elections Commission approved a year ago. Judge David Weber also shot down a motion from an Amberg man to require those who request an absentee ballot through MyVote.wi.gov to return a signed
Today District Attorney Eric J. Toney announced that James R. Stearns was convicted at a Court Trial by Judge Anthony Nehls of one count of Terrorist Threats, a Class I Felony. The conviction stems from two emails sent by Stearns on May 25 and May 27, 2022, to a talk
Today, the League of Women Voters of Wisconsin and Disability Rights Wisconsin represented by Law Forward, along with other defendants, won the Oldenburg v. Wisconsin Election Commission (WEC) case in circuit court. The case challenged established absentee voting practices in Wisconsin as well as the recently redesigned EL- 122 Official
On Saturday, Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff campaigned for Vice President Kamala Harris in Wausau and Stevens Point, highlighting the stakes of the 2024 election for Wisconsinites. Second Gentleman Emhoff delivered remarks at the 7th Annual Hmong Wausau Festival with Governor Tony Evers and Senator Tammy Baldwin and launched a canvass
MADISON, WIS. – Timothy M. O’Shea, United States Attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin, announced that Christopher S. Wilson, 28, Madison, Wisconsin, was sentenced today by Chief U.S. District Judge James D. Peterson to 5 years in federal prison for conspiring to distribute 40 grams or more of fentanyl. The prison term will be followed
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) reminds voters to check and be sure that they have the proper identification needed to vote in next month’s Fall Primary election (August 13, 2024). Wisconsin driver licenses or IDs are the most common form of identification used for
From August 3 – August 10, neighbors, visitors and business owners will celebrate Bronzeville Week with community events MILWAUKEE – As part of Bronzeville Week, the City of Milwaukee’s annual celebration of African American culture, history, art, commerce, and entertainment, the Historic King Drive Business Improvement District (BID) will present three
The endorsement builds on Shankland’s experience as a leader on environmental issues in the State Legislature, in contrast to MAGA extremist Derrick Van Orden STEVENS POINT, WI — The League of Conservation Voters (LCV), a leading national advocate for environmental conservation, has endorsed State Rep. Katrina Shankland for Congress in the
Town of Erin – Assembly candidate Jim Piwowarczyk is raising concerns about his opponent Don Pridemore’s outrageous July 23 vote on the Hartford Joint 1 School Board to approve the Biden administration’s Title IX language for middle and elementary kids. The revised language includes gender identity and “sex stereotypes” in
Monona, WI — Maia Pearson, candidate for Wisconsin State Assembly District 78, is honored to receive the endorsement of former Wisconsin Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes. “Maia Pearson has been an advocate, organizer and leader dedicated to the betterment of her community. I have no doubt that her experience has prepared
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced MGT of America Consulting, LLC (MGT) has been selected by his administration to conduct an outside, independent audit of Milwaukee Public Schools’ (MPS) operations, processes, and procedures. Gov. Evers announced last month he would commit the necessary resources to p… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, click here for a WisPolitics free trial and
The Governor’s Task Force on Broadband Access is pushing for more state funding to expand broadband in Wisconsin, arguing “federal funds alone won’t solve internet access issues” for state residents. The task force on Friday issued its fourth annual report, providing an update for ongoing state efforts around improving internet
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced four Wisconsin tribes have been awarded over $20 million to invest in affordable housing through the Fiscal Year 2023 annual funding bill she supported. “Everyone in our state deserves the opportunity to live in the communities they love, but too many
This Morning, 3rd Congressional District Candidate Eric Wilson announced that he earned the endorsement of Congressman Ro Khanna of California’s 17th District. “I’m proud to endorse Eric Wilson for Wisconsin’s 3rd District. Eric stands out as a leader who is unwavering in his commitment to tackling the climate crisis and
TOP STORIES At Hmong Festival, second gentleman Emhoff says Hmong vote could decide election … In brief remarks, Emhoff said Harris is committed to ensuring justice and freedom for all. … “This community right here could decide the election in this state — which could decide the entire election,” Emhoff
EAU CLAIRE, Wisc. – Today, Rebecca Cooke for Congress released “4-H,” the campaign’s first radio advertisement in Wisconsin’s Third District. The 60-second spot features a recitation of the 4-H pledge, notes that “big city folks might not get it, but Western Wisconsin does.” “4-H was a big part of my life
Not all the Democratic candidates in Wisconsin’s 40th Assembly District support full marijuana legalization. Brad Cook, D-Pardeeville, said he would only support legalization for medical uses, for now, while Karen DeSanto, D-Baraboo, and Kyle Kunicki, D-Merrimac, both said they support full legalization of marijuana.
It will surprise precisely no one to read that University of Wisconsin–Madison faculty lean to the left. What is shocking is how complete the skew is. We believe UW officials and state leaders must recognize this problem and use the tools at their disposal to open the UW to greater diversity of thought.
MADISON, Wis. – The 2024 Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin (BLBW) grants are open to applicants until 11:59 p.m. on September 9, 2024. The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) will award a total of up to $200,000 in BLBW grant funding in 2024. BLBW is a competitive