Representative Angelina Cruz, a longtime public school educator and educators union president, responded today to the lawsuit filed Monday in Eau Claire County Circuit Court challenging the state’s approach to public school funding. “It is difficult to be surprised,” Cruz said, “when for nearly two decades the Legislature has shown

As homeowners, businesses, and communities have experienced significant flooding events in recent years, annual funding secured by the governor will help prevent and prepare for future flooding disasters  MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Military Affairs (DMA), today announced $2 million in grants to local communities and organizations through the Pre-Disaster Flood Resilience Grant

Brighter Than Ever powers revolutionary approach to care for kids and families MILWAUKEE, Wis., Feb. 26, 2026 — Children’s Wisconsin has successfully completed Brighter Than Ever, the most ambitious and comprehensive engagement and philanthropy campaign in the organization’s history. The campaign raised $308 million, exceeding its goal by $8 million. Launched in

Graduates will take oath to build safer communities, improve post-release outcomes, and help residents become successful On Friday, February 27, 10:00 a.m., 33 women and men will graduate from the Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) Jailer Officer Training Class #34, presented in partnership with the Milwaukee County Community Reintegration Center (CRC),

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Urban Forestry Council recently announced its annual awards honoring those dedicated to protecting, preserving and increasing the number of trees that line city streets, fill community parks and beautify neighborhoods throughout the state. The Wisconsin Urban Forestry Council advises the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) on managing

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting multiple nominations for the Farm to School Advisory Council until May 15, 2026. Members serve three-year terms, and the council meets quarterly. The nomination form and more information is available at https://datcp.wi.gov/Pages/AgDevelopment/FarmToSchool.aspx. Questions can be directed to DATCP

MILWAUKEE – Today, County Executive David Crowley ordered the flags of the United States and the State of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff at Milwaukee County facilities in honor of the late Reverend Jesse Jackson, an American civil rights activist and transformative leader who dedicated his life to advancing equity,

Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), today announced a $469,311 Transportation Economic Assistance (TEA) grant awarded to the town of Eaton in Clark County for road improvements to support the growth of a local dairy producer. The grant helps fund a project that will reconstruct

Judge Chris Taylor’s victory would grow the liberal majority to 5-2 and secure the majority until at least 2030 WASHINGTON — Today, the Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee (DLCC) designated Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate Judge Chris Taylor as a Spotlight candidate ahead of her crucial race on April 7th. Flipping this seat would give

National organization supports Berman in Democratic primary RAYMOND, Wis. – Today, Defend The Vote endorsed emergency room nurse Mitchell Berman for Wisconsin’s 1st Congressional District, recognizing his commitment to cracking down on corruption in Washington to make life more affordable for Americans. “Mitchell Berman is ready to take on the

Following Trump’s snub of Derrick Van Orden at the State of the Union – and ahead of JD Vance’s visit to WI-03 – DCCC spokesperson Katie Smith released the following statement: “No amount of spin can save Derrick Van Orden from his awful record of gutting rural health care, backing price-spiking tariffs,

VIROQUA, WI – Missy Hughes today announced the next phase of her UNLOCK WISCONSIN economic agenda: lower childcare costs and increase access across Wisconsin. These proposals will help our state’s families, workers, and businesses thrive and overcome the affordability crisis hurting our state, with the UNLOCK WISCONSIN childcare agenda saving a typical Wisconsin family an estimated

West Allis, Wisc. — Leaders across Wisconsin are presenting a united front against union busting by Rogers Behavioral Health. Twenty officials, including several of the top Democratic candidates for governor have signed a letter calling on Rogers CEO Cynthia Meyer to reinstate three workers who were fired for union organizing,