GREENFIELD, WI – Yesterday, community members, childcare providers, parents, and legislators joined together at the Greenfield Public Library to hold a public forum on the childcare crisis facing our state. “Besides their mortgages, childcare is often the top expense for families with young children, and the cost has never been higher.

Madison, WI—Environmental groups are criticizing the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for a premature and unlawful decision to grant a federal permit for Enbridge Energy’s controversial Line 5 oil pipeline project in northern Wisconsin. The decision, announced today, comes despite ongoing litigation over state-issued permits and before the state’s water quality certification

Statement from all members of the Milwaukee Common Council: Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic, Alderman José G. Pérez, Alderwoman Andrea M. Pratt, Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr., Alderman Alex Brower, Alderman Robert J. Bauman, Alderman Lamont Westmoreland, Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderman DiAndre Jackson, Alderperson JoCasta Zamarripa, Alderwoman Larresa Taylor, Alderwoman Sharlen P.

MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul today joined a coalition of 22 other attorneys general in filing an amicus brief in the U.S. Supreme Court (SCOTUS) defending the independence of the Federal Reserve Board of Governors. The coalition urges SCOTUS to reject President Trump’s attempt to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa

Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov  Gov. Evers to fight latest Trump Administration denial of disaster assistance, will appeal decision for communities to get the support they need to rebuild and recover  MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced that the Trump Administration has denied Wisconsin’s application for Hazard Mitigation Grant Program Funding for Door, Grant, Milwa… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for the Milwaukee County Circuit Court – Branch 38. The appointment will fill a vacancy being created by Judge Jeffrey A. Wagner’s retirement, effective March 13, 2026. The new judge will complete a term ending July 31, 2027. To apply,

MADISON, Wis. — Today, Marquette University Law released polling showing Republicans are floundering on the top issues. Among Wisconsin voters, 69% are very concerned about inflation and the cost of living and 57% think Donald Trump’s policies will increase inflation. Among Independents, 69% believe Trump’s policies will increase inflation. In a purple state like… Please log in

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced that the Trump Administration has denied Wisconsin’s application for Hazard Mitigation Grant Program Funding for Door, Grant, Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Washington, and Waukesha counties after severe storms and flooding caused severe damage to public infrastructure in August. This denial comes as, last week, Gov. Evers announced… Please log in to access

Madison, Wis – Wisconsin’s Agricultural, Labor and Business leaders praised today’s U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) announcement that they have issued the Federal permits necessary to move forward with the Line 5 relocation in northwestern Wisconsin. “Today’s decision is a huge step towards putting the 700 union men and

Proposed legislation matches new federal taxes benefits Madison – Rep. Joy Goeben (R-Hobart) introduced legislation today, asking her legislative colleagues to join her supporting updating WI tax code to reflect recent federal changes, by allowing taxpayers who take the standard deduction to still receive a modest benefit for their donations. “When filing

No candidate has established strong position in public favorability in governor, state Supreme Court races; large majorities of voters undecided Also: Inflation and cost of living draw the most concern among voters overall, with big partisan divisions in concern over health insurance and immigration Approval of President Trump job performance

MADISON, WI — Senator Rob Hutton (R-Brookfield) on Wednesday testified before the Assembly Committee on Local Government in support of Assembly Bill 483, legislation he co-authored with Rep. Dave Maxey (R-New Berlin) that gives Wisconsin voters a direct say on whether to approve a local vehicle registration fee, commonly known as

Madison-Rep. Piwowarczyk (R-Town of Erin) introduced legislation that will protect free speech and help stop frivolous lawsuits intended to silence an individual’s free speech on public issues. It lets individuals quickly ask a court to dismiss cases based on protected speech or participation in government proceedings, requires fast court action,

MADISON – Today, Senator Mark Spreitzer (D-Beloit) and Representative Clinton Anderson (D-Beloit) introduced a resolution for co-sponsorship calling for a resolution to the Trump Administration’s trade war with China, which has had a devastating impact on Wisconsin soybean farmers. Rock County is the state’s leading soybean producer, and Senator Spreitzer

New Trump plans threaten livelihoods of Wisconsin farmers and producers who are already grappling with economic volatility and reckless trade wars MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers is urging President Trump and the Trump Administration to support and protect the livelihoods of American farmers, ranchers, and producers and back off its plans to import beef

Eau Claire, WI– Today, Representative Jodi Emerson (D-Eau Claire) announced she earned the endorsement of EMILYs List. She released the following statement: “I am honored to receive EMILYs List’s endorsement today,” said Emerson. “In the Assembly, I have fought to lower costs for working families, including the cost of childcare,

EAU CLAIRE — The Universities of Wisconsin Board of Regents presented the Regents Business Partnership Award to Xcel Energy and the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire on Oct. 28 for the comprehensive collaboration that has been vital to western Wisconsin. Regent Ed Manydeeds presented Xcel Regional Vice President Brian Elwood and

LaToya Bates, candidate for AD 37, is hosting a meet and greet event in Beaver Dam on Saturday, November 1st from 4-7pm. Wisconsin Gubernatorial Candidate, and member of the Wisconsin State Assembly, Fran Hong, will speak at the event. Also in attendance will be Corrine Hendrickson, fellow childcare advocate, and candidate

MADISON, Wis. — GOP Gubernatorial candidate Tom Tiffany is already hard at work on his Wisconsin-last agenda—this time, he’s carving up the Wisconsin beef industry that’s struggling under backbreaking tariff taxes to give more handouts to Argentina. Tariff Lover Tom is already driving up prices for farm equipment like tractors and fertilizer—now he’s