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Plastics are not just a pollution problem — they are a fossil-fuel problem, a public-health problem, and a climate problem.
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Plastics are not just a pollution problem — they are a fossil-fuel problem, a public-health problem, and a climate problem.

Expressing frustration or disappointment is natural, but we must avoid rhetoric that inadvertently undermines our own causes, provides ammunition for those who would use our words against us, and could lead to our own peril.
Rodriguez’s campaign of affordability, freedom, and opportunity continues to build statewide support and momentum WAUKESHA, WI—Lt. Governor Sara Rodriguez announced today that she has earned the endorsement of local leaders, elected officials, and community advocates from all 72 counties in

On Election Day, voters took a big step toward a Democratic wave in 2026. Democratic unity is essential to winning a Democratic-led Congress.

It appears many Democrats never heard the adage, “Never interrupt your enemy when he is making a mistake.”

Some limited wins are still a long way from decisive victory in next year’s midterm Congressional elections, when the voters will choose the entire House of Representatives and one-third of the members of the Senate.
Wisconsin Nathan Shock Center focuses on link between metabolism and healthier aging MADISON, Wis. – A new research center at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health will focus on understanding how metabolic changes associated with aging influence health

QTS Data Centers has announced a new research effort with UW-Madison, putting $1.5 million toward improving data center sustainability. The global digital infrastructure business and the university on Friday announced the Advancing Data Center Sustainability research initiative, which involves the

For Johnson to now have the ability for financial compensation from the very government whose democratic processes he sought to disrupt is completely offensive to the principles of public service.
MADISON, Wis. – As the Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation marks its centennial, a new chapter in international scientific collaboration is unfolding—one that exemplifies the spirit of innovation and public service that has defined WARF since its founding. In an essay titled Science
WATCH: “Family Dinner” ad highlights how Steil’s support for costly tariffs is driving up everyday costs for a Kenosha family. Ad premiere event set for tonight in Kenosha. KENOSHA, Wis. – Opportunity Wisconsin has launched a new seven-figure paid media campaign
MADISON, Wis. – The La Follette School of Public Affairs at the University of Wisconsin–Madison will officially launch its new undergraduate major in public policy – the first of its kind in Wisconsin – in fall 2026. Students will be able to earn
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Gov. Tony Evers was a guest on the Nov. 16, 2025, episode of WISN’s “UpFront,” produced in partnership with WisPolitics-State Affairs.

Plastics are not just a pollution problem — they are a fossil-fuel problem, a public-health problem, and a climate problem.

Expressing frustration or disappointment is natural, but we must avoid rhetoric that inadvertently undermines our own causes, provides ammunition for those who would use our words against us, and could lead to our own peril.
Rodriguez’s campaign of affordability, freedom, and opportunity continues to build statewide support and momentum WAUKESHA, WI—Lt. Governor Sara Rodriguez announced today that she has earned the endorsement of local leaders, elected officials, and community advocates from all 72 counties in Wisconsin, underscoring her growing grassroots strength and broad appeal across

On Election Day, voters took a big step toward a Democratic wave in 2026. Democratic unity is essential to winning a Democratic-led Congress.

It appears many Democrats never heard the adage, “Never interrupt your enemy when he is making a mistake.”

Some limited wins are still a long way from decisive victory in next year’s midterm Congressional elections, when the voters will choose the entire House of Representatives and one-third of the members of the Senate.
Wisconsin Nathan Shock Center focuses on link between metabolism and healthier aging MADISON, Wis. – A new research center at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health will focus on understanding how metabolic changes associated with aging influence health and cause disease. The National Institute on Aging has recognized

QTS Data Centers has announced a new research effort with UW-Madison, putting $1.5 million toward improving data center sustainability. The global digital infrastructure business and the university on Friday announced the Advancing Data Center Sustainability research initiative, which involves the UW-Madison Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies and other faculty across

For Johnson to now have the ability for financial compensation from the very government whose democratic processes he sought to disrupt is completely offensive to the principles of public service.
MADISON, Wis. – As the Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation marks its centennial, a new chapter in international scientific collaboration is unfolding—one that exemplifies the spirit of innovation and public service that has defined WARF since its founding. In an essay titled Science Without Borders: How Wisconsin and Stellenbosch Are Redefining Collaboration, Professors
WATCH: “Family Dinner” ad highlights how Steil’s support for costly tariffs is driving up everyday costs for a Kenosha family. Ad premiere event set for tonight in Kenosha. KENOSHA, Wis. – Opportunity Wisconsin has launched a new seven-figure paid media campaign today with TV and digital ads to hold Congressman Bryan
MADISON, Wis. – The La Follette School of Public Affairs at the University of Wisconsin–Madison will officially launch its new undergraduate major in public policy – the first of its kind in Wisconsin – in fall 2026. Students will be able to earn a Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Science in
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Gov. Tony Evers was a guest on the Nov. 16, 2025, episode of WISN’s “UpFront,” produced in partnership with WisPolitics-State Affairs.