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Today, the Mandela Barnes for Wisconsin campaign announced it has raised over $1,397,000 with donations from all 72 counties. In addition, an independent expenditure backing Barnes separately reported raising nearly a million dollars, meaning more than $2.2 million has been raised to
An independent expenditure group run by the Republican Governor’s Association is spending $2.2 million to boost Democratic Socialist Francesca Hong, the only candidate losing the general election in every poll of the Wisconsin Governor’s race. This ad buy comes as the third place candidate—Sara Rodriguez—is
MADISON – The 14th annual Youth Achievements Ceremony was held today at the Executive Residence to honor an admirable group of Wisconsin students. Governor Tony Evers and First Lady Kathy Evers joined Department of Children and Families (DCF) Secretary-designee Jeff
WISCONSIN– Today, Milwaukee Alderman Peter Burgelis announced that he is suspending his campaign for Wisconsin’s 1st Congressional District, calling on Democrats to unite behind the shared goal of defeating Bryan Steil this November. “I entered this race because I believe
Common Ground supports Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic’s call for a City of Milwaukee investigation into the MMSD clogged sewer overflow pipe which led to historic and horrific basement backups and flooding, particularly in the Bay View neighborhood. MMSD initially blamed the
Port Washington, Wis. – Three additional parties to the Ozaukee County transmission line case have gone on record supporting the Responsible Energy Alliance’s (“REA”) recent motion asking the Tribunal to revoke its completeness determination for American Transmission Company’s (“ATC”) application.
MADISON, Wis. — Van Orden has had quite the head-spinning week as evidenced by his 71 tweets. From glazing Marco Rubio to ditching the First Amendment, you can find all the highlights (or lowlights) of Van Orden’s online presence this past week
Milwaukee, Wis. — Democratic candidate for governor Joel Brennan today reported raising $665,000 during the January through June 30 primary reporting period, bringing his cycle-to-date total to more than $1.2 million. At a moment when Wisconsin Democrats are looking for a
GREEN BAY, Wis. — After more than four decades of serving women in Northeast Wisconsin, Management Women, Inc. has officially announced a new name and brand identity: LINK for Women. The new name reflects the organization’s continued commitment to helping women grow
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) joined a coalition of 48 states and territories announcing a $29.6 million settlement with Glenmark to resolve allegations that the generic drug manufacturer engaged in a widespread, long-running conspiracy to artificially inflate
Madison, WI– State Senator Dan Feyen (R-Fond du Lac) released the following statement upon Realta Fusion’s announcement on the development of their corporate headquarters and fusion hub at the former Oscar Meyer plant. “This announcement is an exciting step forward for
FOND DU LAC, WI – Republican candidate for Attorney General Eric Toney announced that his campaign raised more than $720,000 in the first six months of the election year, marking the top historical fundraising total for a Republican candidate for attorney
Madison, WI — The Republican Assembly Campaign Committee submitted its July continuing finance report today, raising more than $7 million during the period and ending with over $12.5 million cash on hand across its state and seg accounts. Majority Leader
Statewide: Citizen Action of Wisconsin is endorsing Francesca Hong for Governor as the best candidate to lead Wisconsin at a time of unprecedented threats to basic freedoms when democracy must deliver again for most people. “Wisconsinites in every region and
Madison… The Oscar Mayer property, which has sat idle for nearly a decade, has experienced new life with the creation of OM Station. Owners Dan Seibel and Randy Goll, two Wisconsin-based real estate businessmen, have owned the property for a
TOWN OF ELBA – Farmer and small business owner Nate Pollnow announced that he raised $103,894 during the first half of 2026, the most ever raised by a Secretary of State candidate in a single filing period and a clear
(Berlin, WI…) Republican candidate for the 57th Assembly District, Kevin Krentz filed his campaign’s finance report today posting more than $66,000 in total contributions and roughly $30,000 cash-on-hand. Krentz, a lifelong dairy farmer and agriculture leader, recently was endorsed by
MILWAUKEE — Hupy and Abraham, S.C. is proud to announce that its Facebook page has been named a Gold Winner in the prestigious dotComm Awards. In addition, the firm’s “DNT TXT N DRV” public service announcement received an Honorable Mention, recognizing its
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC), today announced the release of the final Governor’s Task Force on Broadband Access annual report. The 2026 report highlights the work accomplished over the last year
Washington, DC – On Saturday, July 11, the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act (H.R. 6644) became law. This package of bills increases housing supply, reduces government regulation, cuts red tape for building and lending, and addresses high housing costs. It includes the Accelerating Home Building Act
Today, the Mandela Barnes for Wisconsin campaign announced it has raised over $1,397,000 with donations from all 72 counties. In addition, an independent expenditure backing Barnes separately reported raising nearly a million dollars, meaning more than $2.2 million has been raised to elect Mandela Barnes as Governor. Barnes’ campaign is up on
An independent expenditure group run by the Republican Governor’s Association is spending $2.2 million to boost Democratic Socialist Francesca Hong, the only candidate losing the general election in every poll of the Wisconsin Governor’s race. This ad buy comes as the third place candidate—Sara Rodriguez—is hit with an “extinction level event” and “mortal blow” due to lying to voters
MADISON – The 14th annual Youth Achievements Ceremony was held today at the Executive Residence to honor an admirable group of Wisconsin students. Governor Tony Evers and First Lady Kathy Evers joined Department of Children and Families (DCF) Secretary-designee Jeff Pertl in recognizing youth with experience in out-of-home care who
WISCONSIN– Today, Milwaukee Alderman Peter Burgelis announced that he is suspending his campaign for Wisconsin’s 1st Congressional District, calling on Democrats to unite behind the shared goal of defeating Bryan Steil this November. “I entered this race because I believe southeastern Wisconsin deserves leadership that is accountable, accessible, and focused
Common Ground supports Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic’s call for a City of Milwaukee investigation into the MMSD clogged sewer overflow pipe which led to historic and horrific basement backups and flooding, particularly in the Bay View neighborhood. MMSD initially blamed the floods on severe rains and drainage leaf clogs. Prominent elected
Port Washington, Wis. – Three additional parties to the Ozaukee County transmission line case have gone on record supporting the Responsible Energy Alliance’s (“REA”) recent motion asking the Tribunal to revoke its completeness determination for American Transmission Company’s (“ATC”) application. On Tuesday, local prominent artist Thomas Uttech and his wife,
MADISON, Wis. — Van Orden has had quite the head-spinning week as evidenced by his 71 tweets. From glazing Marco Rubio to ditching the First Amendment, you can find all the highlights (or lowlights) of Van Orden’s online presence this past week below. DVO’S DADDY OF THE WEEK: Marco RubioWe’ll be honest—Van Orden’s
Milwaukee, Wis. — Democratic candidate for governor Joel Brennan today reported raising $665,000 during the January through June 30 primary reporting period, bringing his cycle-to-date total to more than $1.2 million. At a moment when Wisconsin Democrats are looking for a candidate they can trust, and who can win in November,
GREEN BAY, Wis. — After more than four decades of serving women in Northeast Wisconsin, Management Women, Inc. has officially announced a new name and brand identity: LINK for Women. The new name reflects the organization’s continued commitment to helping women grow professionally and personally through meaningful connections, leadership development, networking opportunities,
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) joined a coalition of 48 states and territories announcing a $29.6 million settlement with Glenmark to resolve allegations that the generic drug manufacturer engaged in a widespread, long-running conspiracy to artificially inflate and manipulate prices, reduce competition, and unreasonably restrain trade with
Madison, WI– State Senator Dan Feyen (R-Fond du Lac) released the following statement upon Realta Fusion’s announcement on the development of their corporate headquarters and fusion hub at the former Oscar Meyer plant. “This announcement is an exciting step forward for the State of Wisconsin. Realta Fusion, spun out of the
FOND DU LAC, WI – Republican candidate for Attorney General Eric Toney announced that his campaign raised more than $720,000 in the first six months of the election year, marking the top historical fundraising total for a Republican candidate for attorney general during the reporting period. It is also the most
Madison, WI — The Republican Assembly Campaign Committee submitted its July continuing finance report today, raising more than $7 million during the period and ending with over $12.5 million cash on hand across its state and seg accounts. Majority Leader Tyler August issued the following statement: “Republicans in the Assembly
Statewide: Citizen Action of Wisconsin is endorsing Francesca Hong for Governor as the best candidate to lead Wisconsin at a time of unprecedented threats to basic freedoms when democracy must deliver again for most people. “Wisconsinites in every region and walk of life are fed up with the artificial constraints
Madison… The Oscar Mayer property, which has sat idle for nearly a decade, has experienced new life with the creation of OM Station. Owners Dan Seibel and Randy Goll, two Wisconsin-based real estate businessmen, have owned the property for a year. Realta Fusion, the world’s leading magnetic fusion energy company,
TOWN OF ELBA – Farmer and small business owner Nate Pollnow announced that he raised $103,894 during the first half of 2026, the most ever raised by a Secretary of State candidate in a single filing period and a clear sign of growing momentum behind Nate’s message of transparency and
(Berlin, WI…) Republican candidate for the 57th Assembly District, Kevin Krentz filed his campaign’s finance report today posting more than $66,000 in total contributions and roughly $30,000 cash-on-hand. Krentz, a lifelong dairy farmer and agriculture leader, recently was endorsed by Rep. Kevin Petersen (R-Waupaca) who announced in the spring his
MILWAUKEE — Hupy and Abraham, S.C. is proud to announce that its Facebook page has been named a Gold Winner in the prestigious dotComm Awards. In addition, the firm’s “DNT TXT N DRV” public service announcement received an Honorable Mention, recognizing its efforts to promote safer driving habits and raise awareness about
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC), today announced the release of the final Governor’s Task Force on Broadband Access annual report. The 2026 report highlights the work accomplished over the last year and describes the significant improvements made under Gov. Evers’ leadership
Washington, DC – On Saturday, July 11, the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act (H.R. 6644) became law. This package of bills increases housing supply, reduces government regulation, cuts red tape for building and lending, and addresses high housing costs. It includes the Accelerating Home Building Act (H.R. 5907), a bill co-led by Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) and Congresswoman Janelle Bynum (OR-05).