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Madison, WI – This week, the Wisconsin Department of Revenue (DOR) notified local governments statewide of Innovation Grant program awards, and will distribute $14.5 million on Friday, June 26, 2026, representing the first. Innovation Grant payments. The Innovation Grant program,
The Milwaukee Common Council has voted unanimously to pass a motion giving MPD officers a duty to intervene if they witness clear ICE misconduct! “Milwaukee residents stand up and stand out for our neighbors.” said Autumn Pickett, Co-Chair of Milwaukee
MADISON, Wis. — New reporting from UpNorthNews slams Congressman Tom Tiffany for working to make gas and utilities less affordable over his nearly 20-year political career — all while receiving thousands from the energy industry. Tom Tiffany voted for MAGA policies that have increased
Wisconsin Democrats are set to host more than 100 events this weekend as part of the DNC’s nationwide Stuff Costs Too Much Weekend of Action that will train 150 new organizers, engage thousands of volunteers, and include on-the-ground events throughout the country
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) and a coalition secured a victory from the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts, blocking President Trump’s unlawful Executive Order that attempted to interfere with states’ constitutional authority to administer elections.
MADISON, Wis. — New reporting from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reveals that Bryan Steil has introduced a federal voter ID bill that would make it even more difficult for Wisconsinites to cast their ballots. The bill reduces the number of acceptable forms of
Milwaukee, WI – MASH proudly announced its endorsement of Mike Thurow in his campaign for Congress in Wisconsin’s Sixth Congressional District. MASH represents thousands of service and hospitality workers across Wisconsin, from employees at the Fiserv Forum and Milwaukee coffee
On this week’s episode of WisconsinEye’s “Rewind,” Wisconsin Public Radio Capitol Reporter Anya Van Wagtendonk and Associated Press Statehouse Correspondent Scott Bauer discuss former WEDC Secretary and CEO Missy Hughes dropping out of the governor race, Wisconsin’s SNAP error rate, Wisconsin Republicans splitting over a federal sports law, and more.
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) introduced three pieces of legislation aimed at fixing the housing supply crisis in the United States: the Sustainable Homeownership Act, the Working Families Home Construction Act, and the Home Affordability Through Mortgage Simplification Act. The Sustainable Homeownership
As we have gotten closer to America’s 250th birthday, I have spent a lot of time thinking about our Founding Fathers and those who laid the foundation for this great country.
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, discuss how candidates in Wisconsin’s 3rd Congressional District might tip partisan control of Congress in the midterm elections. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds boaters and anglers to help stop the spread of invasive plants and animals in Wisconsin’s waters as part of the Great Lakes Landing Blitz, June 29 – July 12, 2026. As thousands
MADISON, Wis. — 11 years ago today, the United States Supreme Court released the landmark ruling that officially legalized same-sex marriage nationwide. But as marriage equality faces new attacks, Republican Congressman and candidate for Wisconsin governor Tom Tiffany voted “No” on a bipartisan bill that would
Madison, WI – This week, the Wisconsin Department of Revenue (DOR) notified local governments statewide of Innovation Grant program awards, and will distribute $14.5 million on Friday, June 26, 2026, representing the first. Innovation Grant payments. The Innovation Grant program, created under 2023 Wisconsin Act 12 and updated by 2025
The Milwaukee Common Council has voted unanimously to pass a motion giving MPD officers a duty to intervene if they witness clear ICE misconduct! “Milwaukee residents stand up and stand out for our neighbors.” said Autumn Pickett, Co-Chair of Milwaukee DSA. “Our solidarity is the backbone of the city and
MADISON, Wis. — New reporting from UpNorthNews slams Congressman Tom Tiffany for working to make gas and utilities less affordable over his nearly 20-year political career — all while receiving thousands from the energy industry. Tom Tiffany voted for MAGA policies that have increased costs for the average American family by nearly $181 on utility bills in
Wisconsin Democrats are set to host more than 100 events this weekend as part of the DNC’s nationwide Stuff Costs Too Much Weekend of Action that will train 150 new organizers, engage thousands of volunteers, and include on-the-ground events throughout the country today, Saturday, and Sunday. Democratic volunteers, organizers, and campaign staff
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) and a coalition secured a victory from the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts, blocking President Trump’s unlawful Executive Order that attempted to interfere with states’ constitutional authority to administer elections. The final ruling follows a multistate lawsuit that challenged the Administration’s attempt
MADISON, Wis. — New reporting from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reveals that Bryan Steil has introduced a federal voter ID bill that would make it even more difficult for Wisconsinites to cast their ballots. The bill reduces the number of acceptable forms of photo ID at the polls and imposes additional requirements on
Milwaukee, WI – MASH proudly announced its endorsement of Mike Thurow in his campaign for Congress in Wisconsin’s Sixth Congressional District. MASH represents thousands of service and hospitality workers across Wisconsin, from employees at the Fiserv Forum and Milwaukee coffee shops to Lambeau Field workers in Green Bay. Every day,
On this week’s episode of WisconsinEye’s “Rewind,” Wisconsin Public Radio Capitol Reporter Anya Van Wagtendonk and Associated Press Statehouse Correspondent Scott Bauer discuss former WEDC Secretary and CEO Missy Hughes dropping out of the governor race, Wisconsin’s SNAP error rate, Wisconsin Republicans splitting over a federal sports law, and more.
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) introduced three pieces of legislation aimed at fixing the housing supply crisis in the United States: the Sustainable Homeownership Act, the Working Families Home Construction Act, and the Home Affordability Through Mortgage Simplification Act. The Sustainable Homeownership Act creates a statutory path out of conservatorship for Fannie Mae
As we have gotten closer to America’s 250th birthday, I have spent a lot of time thinking about our Founding Fathers and those who laid the foundation for this great country.
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, discuss how candidates in Wisconsin’s 3rd Congressional District might tip partisan control of Congress in the midterm elections. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds boaters and anglers to help stop the spread of invasive plants and animals in Wisconsin’s waters as part of the Great Lakes Landing Blitz, June 29 – July 12, 2026. As thousands of boaters and anglers prepare to enjoy Wisconsin’s waters over
MADISON, Wis. — 11 years ago today, the United States Supreme Court released the landmark ruling that officially legalized same-sex marriage nationwide. But as marriage equality faces new attacks, Republican Congressman and candidate for Wisconsin governor Tom Tiffany voted “No” on a bipartisan bill that would help protect marriage equality from being the next freedom taken