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MADISON, WI – Wisconsin State Senate Democratic Committee Communications Director Will Karcz on a Republican candidate announcing in the 21st Senate district: “The 21st Senate District is a must-win for Republicans if they want to hang on to their manufactured Senate
MILWAUKEE (April 22, 2026) – Greg Rutzen, J.D. has been named Vice President of Advancement for Mount Mary University. Rutzen joins the university with extensive leadership experience in higher education and law. He previously served as Vice President for Advancement
Madison, WI – Over the past year, Trump’s EPA has rolled back protections and canceled crucial funding for communities across Wisconsin. These actions threaten Wisconsinites’ access to clean air and water and make communities across the state less resilient to
FRANKLIN, WI… Lifelong Wisconsinite and local businessman Jim Croft released the following statement regarding his decision to run for the 21st State Senate District. The district is currently represented by Senator Van Wanggaard (R-Racine) who recently announced his retirement. “I
What’s important now, in 2026, is to not let Earth Day as an institution become stale and something we just do out of tradition and obligation.
If Earth Day is truly about protecting our shared home, then everybody living in that home deserves to be part of the conversation. Protecting the Earth is a shared responsibility, but any vision of sustainability that leaves people behind is incompetent from the start.
On the fifty-something anniversary of Earth Day it’s time for the environmental movement to grow up. More accurately, it’s important to admit that we have grown up and grown into the establishment.
As if Silicon Valley didn’t have enough power over the lives of Wisconsinites, big tech CEOs are coming for more.
Wherever politicians gather enough power to cheat by drawing unfair district lines, count on them to do just that. Republican. Democrat. It’s always wrong.
The city of Waukesha just elected another Democrat mayor. How do you think that’ll work out? The safest prediction is that homelessness, street crime, burglaries and robberies will all continue to go up.
As negotiations continue between the Wisconsin State Legislature and Gov. Tony Evers, Republicans remain focused on doing two things well: funding our schools responsibly and making sure Wisconsin stays affordable for the taxpayers who make those investments possible.
Better design of public gathering spaces can reduce risk.
Noting that some billionaires actually get by without paying any income taxes — Donald Trump being the most infamous — there have been several attempts to enact a surtax on their assets.
MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin – The Milwaukee Jewish Federation and Herb Kohl Philanthropies proudly announce the 2026 Herb Kohl Service Award recipients: Robert L. Habush and Judge Derek C. Mosley. These two extraordinary leaders exemplify lifelong commitments to service, philanthropy, and community
MILWAUKEE_University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee alumnus and renowned Wisconsin historian Clayborn Benson will serve as the commencement speaker for UWM’s Spring 2026 graduation ceremonies on Sunday, May 17, at 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. at the UWM Panther Arena. Benson will address
End Citizens United (ECU), a leading national anti-corruption and voting rights organization, today endorsed Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul for reelection. “Since taking office, Attorney General Kaul has fought back against repeated attacks on voting rights, using the power of
GOP businessman and attorney Paul Wassgren has suspended his campaign for the 7th CD, saying he plans to instead support fellow Wisconsin Republicans and get more involved in the Catholic Church.
MADISON, Wis. – April 22, 2026 – In celebration of Earth Day, Edvest 529, Wisconsin’s direct‑sold college savings plan, is partnering with Neighborhood Forest, an international nonprofit organization dedicated to inspiring environmental responsibility, to give away thousands of free trees to children and
MADISON, WI – Wisconsin State Senate Democratic Committee Communications Director Will Karcz on a Republican candidate announcing in the 21st Senate district: “The 21st Senate District is a must-win for Republicans if they want to hang on to their manufactured Senate majority, but you wouldn’t know it by watching Wisconsin Republicans.
MILWAUKEE (April 22, 2026) – Greg Rutzen, J.D. has been named Vice President of Advancement for Mount Mary University. Rutzen joins the university with extensive leadership experience in higher education and law. He previously served as Vice President for Advancement and University Relations at Lakeland University in Plymouth, Wis., and
Madison, WI – Over the past year, Trump’s EPA has rolled back protections and canceled crucial funding for communities across Wisconsin. These actions threaten Wisconsinites’ access to clean air and water and make communities across the state less resilient to the impacts of climate change. This Earth Day, we’re highlighting
FRANKLIN, WI… Lifelong Wisconsinite and local businessman Jim Croft released the following statement regarding his decision to run for the 21st State Senate District. The district is currently represented by Senator Van Wanggaard (R-Racine) who recently announced his retirement. “I love Wisconsin. I’ve lived here my whole life. My wife
What’s important now, in 2026, is to not let Earth Day as an institution become stale and something we just do out of tradition and obligation.
If Earth Day is truly about protecting our shared home, then everybody living in that home deserves to be part of the conversation. Protecting the Earth is a shared responsibility, but any vision of sustainability that leaves people behind is incompetent from the start.
On the fifty-something anniversary of Earth Day it’s time for the environmental movement to grow up. More accurately, it’s important to admit that we have grown up and grown into the establishment.
As if Silicon Valley didn’t have enough power over the lives of Wisconsinites, big tech CEOs are coming for more.
Wherever politicians gather enough power to cheat by drawing unfair district lines, count on them to do just that. Republican. Democrat. It’s always wrong.
The city of Waukesha just elected another Democrat mayor. How do you think that’ll work out? The safest prediction is that homelessness, street crime, burglaries and robberies will all continue to go up.
As negotiations continue between the Wisconsin State Legislature and Gov. Tony Evers, Republicans remain focused on doing two things well: funding our schools responsibly and making sure Wisconsin stays affordable for the taxpayers who make those investments possible.
Better design of public gathering spaces can reduce risk.
Noting that some billionaires actually get by without paying any income taxes — Donald Trump being the most infamous — there have been several attempts to enact a surtax on their assets.
MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin – The Milwaukee Jewish Federation and Herb Kohl Philanthropies proudly announce the 2026 Herb Kohl Service Award recipients: Robert L. Habush and Judge Derek C. Mosley. These two extraordinary leaders exemplify lifelong commitments to service, philanthropy, and community impact, honoring the enduring legacy of Senator Herb Kohl. Named
MILWAUKEE_University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee alumnus and renowned Wisconsin historian Clayborn Benson will serve as the commencement speaker for UWM’s Spring 2026 graduation ceremonies on Sunday, May 17, at 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. at the UWM Panther Arena. Benson will address graduates at both ceremonies and will receive an honorary degree
End Citizens United (ECU), a leading national anti-corruption and voting rights organization, today endorsed Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul for reelection. “Since taking office, Attorney General Kaul has fought back against repeated attacks on voting rights, using the power of his to protect free and fair access to the ballot
GOP businessman and attorney Paul Wassgren has suspended his campaign for the 7th CD, saying he plans to instead support fellow Wisconsin Republicans and get more involved in the Catholic Church.
MADISON, Wis. – April 22, 2026 – In celebration of Earth Day, Edvest 529, Wisconsin’s direct‑sold college savings plan, is partnering with Neighborhood Forest, an international nonprofit organization dedicated to inspiring environmental responsibility, to give away thousands of free trees to children and families throughout Wisconsin. “Edvest 529 is sponsoring this statewide tree