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The state Supreme Court has agreed to decide if a three-judge panel properly dismissed a lawsuit seeking a new congressional map in Wisconsin that argued the current lines are an anti-competitive gerrymander.
MADISON, Wis. — Wisconsinites are speaking out as Congressman Tom Tiffany continues to push unfounded election denial conspiracy theories and throws his support behind a baseless FBI investigation into the 2020 election that threatens to reveal the private voting information of thousands of
Janesville, WI – Today, Congressman Bryan Steil’s campaign announced that Steil fulfilled all the requirements for ballot access for his reelection to the 1st Congressional District, submitting 2,000 signatures – twice the required threshold and the maximum allowable under state law. Steil submitted signatures
MADISON, Wis. – As America celebrates its 250th birthday in 2026, the Wisconsin Historical Society is marking the occasion with a lineup of special programs at five historic attractions, along with its History Maker Space in downtown Madison. Take the
WISCONSIN – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) wrapped up a week on the road talking to Wisconsin farmers about the impacts of President Trump’s Iran war and meeting with families, workers, and first responders to discuss her work to lower
MADISON – With all calendar floor periods over for the year and the Wisconsin Legislature’s last special session convening on May 13th, the 2025-2026 session is now over. Rep. Sheehan comments on his first year in office: “I am honored
MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin – America’s current and future role in the global economy, the factors responsible for recessions, how Washington influences Wall Street and the markets, and a forecast for the U.S. economy over the next 18–24 months will be discussed during the
May 26, 2026, Wisconsin — Today, Wisconsin Electoral Socialists (“WES”) announced its endorsement of Amy Donahue for Congressional District 4, which includes most of Milwaukee County. Amy Donahue will give voters in this district a democratic socialist option who supports
On this week’s episode of “Rewind,” Wisconsin Public Radio Capitol Reporter Anya van Wagtendonk and Associated Press Capitol Correspondent Scott Bauer talk about the latest Marquette Law School poll finding widespread public support for the failed surplus deal and how the issue is playing out in the governor’s race, a Dem bill to tax payments from President Trump’s “anti-weaponization” fund at 100%, a lawsuit challenging Wisconsin’s school funding system, and more.
FOND DU LAC, WI – Yesterday, Fond du Lac County District Attorney Eric Toney submitted the maximum number of nomination signatures allowed for ballot access in the 2026 Wisconsin Attorney General race. “I’m grateful to every Wisconsinite who signed my nomination
Madison – Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) Secretary, Dan Hereth, announced this morning that Wisconsin is now offering Occupational Therapy (OT) and Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Compact privileges, becoming the eighth state to open OT Compact applications. This means
MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday marked 3 months since Donald Trump launched an illegal war with Iran, leading to 13 service members losing their lives and skyrocketing gas prices. Derrick Van Orden has been loudly cheering on the war, begging Trump to
Madison, Wis. – The Wisconsin Massage Therapy & Bodywork Therapy Affiliated Credentialing Board is hosting a Human Trafficking Summit on June 2, in conjunction with the Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards (FSMTB). The one-day educational event brings together diverse groups
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) urges ATV and UTV riders to review recent law changes that take effect June 1. Numerous law changes and updates pertaining to ATV and UTV operation are detailed in the 2026 ATV/UTV
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) today announced Gov. Tony Evers proclaimed May 29, 2026, as 529 College Savings Plan Day in Wisconsin. The proclamation coincides with National 529 Day and encourages students and families to explore how saving with a 529 college
WHAT: Wisconsin has the chance to secure fair maps with an Independent Redistricting Commission (IRC) and protect our multi-racial democracy. In light of the Callais decision which destroyed the Voting Rights Act, the Wisconsin Fair Maps Coalition is firing up our demand for
MADISON, Wis. — New reporting from HuffPost exposes Bryan Steil’s attempt to claim credit for a lead-pipe reduction program funded through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act—which Steil voted against. Fortunately, this Democratic-led effort to make drinking water safer by finding and replacing lead
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to head outdoors for the 14th annual Free Fun Weekend happening June 6-7, 2026. State park admission fees, fishing licenses and trail passes are waived for all visitors.
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, look at Wisconsin’s 7th Congressional District primary, where big money is backing competing GOP hopefuls. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
Iron County Sheriff Paul Samardich today officially endorsed Angie Sapik for the 25th State Senate district. Sheriff Samardich’s endorsement comes on the heels of multiple Sapik law enforcement endorsements including Washburn County Sheriff Dennis Stuart, City of Ashland Police Chief
The state Supreme Court has agreed to decide if a three-judge panel properly dismissed a lawsuit seeking a new congressional map in Wisconsin that argued the current lines are an anti-competitive gerrymander.
MADISON, Wis. — Wisconsinites are speaking out as Congressman Tom Tiffany continues to push unfounded election denial conspiracy theories and throws his support behind a baseless FBI investigation into the 2020 election that threatens to reveal the private voting information of thousands of Wisconsin voters. At a WisPolitics event this week, Tiffany confirmed
Janesville, WI – Today, Congressman Bryan Steil’s campaign announced that Steil fulfilled all the requirements for ballot access for his reelection to the 1st Congressional District, submitting 2,000 signatures – twice the required threshold and the maximum allowable under state law. Steil submitted signatures from every county in the 1st Congressional District. Following the
MADISON, Wis. – As America celebrates its 250th birthday in 2026, the Wisconsin Historical Society is marking the occasion with a lineup of special programs at five historic attractions, along with its History Maker Space in downtown Madison. Take the great history road trip and experience America 250 events across
WISCONSIN – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) wrapped up a week on the road talking to Wisconsin farmers about the impacts of President Trump’s Iran war and meeting with families, workers, and first responders to discuss her work to lower costs and deliver direct support for them. The Senator made
MADISON – With all calendar floor periods over for the year and the Wisconsin Legislature’s last special session convening on May 13th, the 2025-2026 session is now over. Rep. Sheehan comments on his first year in office: “I am honored to serve the people of District 26. We have taken
MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin – America’s current and future role in the global economy, the factors responsible for recessions, how Washington influences Wall Street and the markets, and a forecast for the U.S. economy over the next 18–24 months will be discussed during the keynote speech at Milwaukee Jewish Federation’s Economic Forum on Tuesday,
May 26, 2026, Wisconsin — Today, Wisconsin Electoral Socialists (“WES”) announced its endorsement of Amy Donahue for Congressional District 4, which includes most of Milwaukee County. Amy Donahue will give voters in this district a democratic socialist option who supports healthcare for all, fair taxation of billionaires and corporations, and
On this week’s episode of “Rewind,” Wisconsin Public Radio Capitol Reporter Anya van Wagtendonk and Associated Press Capitol Correspondent Scott Bauer talk about the latest Marquette Law School poll finding widespread public support for the failed surplus deal and how the issue is playing out in the governor’s race, a Dem bill to tax payments from President Trump’s “anti-weaponization” fund at 100%, a lawsuit challenging Wisconsin’s school funding system, and more.
FOND DU LAC, WI – Yesterday, Fond du Lac County District Attorney Eric Toney submitted the maximum number of nomination signatures allowed for ballot access in the 2026 Wisconsin Attorney General race. “I’m grateful to every Wisconsinite who signed my nomination papers. We are taking the next step toward restoring conservative,
Madison – Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) Secretary, Dan Hereth, announced this morning that Wisconsin is now offering Occupational Therapy (OT) and Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Compact privileges, becoming the eighth state to open OT Compact applications. This means OT/OTA professionals credentialed in Wisconsin can now apply for compact privilege to practice in the
MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday marked 3 months since Donald Trump launched an illegal war with Iran, leading to 13 service members losing their lives and skyrocketing gas prices. Derrick Van Orden has been loudly cheering on the war, begging Trump to violate ceasefires and continue bombing Iran, while also calling the military
Madison, Wis. – The Wisconsin Massage Therapy & Bodywork Therapy Affiliated Credentialing Board is hosting a Human Trafficking Summit on June 2, in conjunction with the Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards (FSMTB). The one-day educational event brings together diverse groups interested in advancing collaborative efforts to eliminate human trafficking. Regulatory boards, law
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) urges ATV and UTV riders to review recent law changes that take effect June 1. Numerous law changes and updates pertaining to ATV and UTV operation are detailed in the 2026 ATV/UTV regulations. Updates include: For questions or clarification regarding these new
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) today announced Gov. Tony Evers proclaimed May 29, 2026, as 529 College Savings Plan Day in Wisconsin. The proclamation coincides with National 529 Day and encourages students and families to explore how saving with a 529 college savings plan can support a wide range of higher education
WHAT: Wisconsin has the chance to secure fair maps with an Independent Redistricting Commission (IRC) and protect our multi-racial democracy. In light of the Callais decision which destroyed the Voting Rights Act, the Wisconsin Fair Maps Coalition is firing up our demand for an Independent Redistricting Commission (IRC) that empowers citizens, not political
MADISON, Wis. — New reporting from HuffPost exposes Bryan Steil’s attempt to claim credit for a lead-pipe reduction program funded through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act—which Steil voted against. Fortunately, this Democratic-led effort to make drinking water safer by finding and replacing lead pipes will benefit Wisconsinites, regardless if Steil tries to sneakily
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to head outdoors for the 14th annual Free Fun Weekend happening June 6-7, 2026. State park admission fees, fishing licenses and trail passes are waived for all visitors. With 50 state parks, 15 state forests, 44 state trails,
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, look at Wisconsin’s 7th Congressional District primary, where big money is backing competing GOP hopefuls. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
Iron County Sheriff Paul Samardich today officially endorsed Angie Sapik for the 25th State Senate district. Sheriff Samardich’s endorsement comes on the heels of multiple Sapik law enforcement endorsements including Washburn County Sheriff Dennis Stuart, City of Ashland Police Chief Bill Hagstrom, and former Attorney General JB Van Hollen who