MADISON, Wis. — Wisconsin’s single-family housing market remained steady through the first half of 2026, with new home construction permits edging up 1.1% statewide compared to the same period in 2025, according to data released by the Wisconsin Builders Association (WBA). Municipalities across Wisconsin issued 7,034 single-family housing permits during

WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Tony Wied (R-WI) introduced the Restoring American Manufacturing (RAM) Act to provide resources to small businesses seeking to bring their manufacturing back to the United States. The RAM Act would codify the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Make Onshoring Great Again Portal, connecting small businesses who seek to onshore their operations with

[Lake Nebagamon, WI…] Former 73rd State Representative Angie Sapik filed her campaign’s finance report in her bid for the 25th State Senate seat. Sapik, an official 2024 Trump elector, was elected to the state Assembly in 2022 and served one term representing the 73rd Assembly District. She was then elected to

On Monday, Sara Rodriguez claimed she had around $200k cash-on-hand after being hit with an “extinction level event” and “mortal blow” due to lying to voters on campaign finance reports and committing potential ethics violations. However… following last night’s reporting deadline, Sara Rodriguez reports having just $34k cash-on-hand, along with more than $152k in debts. Her campaign

Appleton will welcome nearly 80 young classical musicians from across the United States and abroad this July as Lawrence University expands its summer music programming and brings a series of public performances to campus and downtown venues. The summer lineup includes the Lawrence Summer Music Institute, a weeklong program for

MADISON, WI – Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway today announced her campaign for a third term as Mayor of Madison, pledging to build on her work helping Madison residents at a pivotal moment for Madison and the state. “Together, we have delivered real results for the people of Madison – more affordable

MADISON – Wisconsin’s ongoing commitment to competitive integrated employment (CIE) for individuals with disabilities continues to produce positive outcomes, according to the newly released 2026 Joint CIE Report. The annual report provides data on workers with disabilities who receive services from a combination of the Department of Workforce Development’s (DWD) Division of

Milwaukee (July 16) – Rethink 794, a Milwaukee volunteer coalition, and Strong Towns Metro MKE call on Gov. Tony Evers to pause the $10 million Interstate-794 resurfacing project until the ongoing Lake Interchange Study is completed. The groups also urged Evers to order the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) release

MADISON, Wis. — New financial reporting shows that MAGA candidate for governor Tom Tiffany’s campaign is propped up by just three billionaire donors — Diane Hendricks and Richard and Elizabeth Uihlein. Their combined over $6 million in donations to the Republican Party of Wisconsin account for a majority of Tiffany’s fundraising haul with

MADISON – The Sara Rodriguez campaign released the following statement: “The Rodriguez campaign is actively working to ensure our financial records are accurate and complete. The former staff member who was responsible for preparing our campaign finance information provided limited documentation before termination, and we are continuing to gather the

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced that the Evers Administration has adopted a new Clean Fleet Policy, requiring state agencies to purchase alternative fuel vehicles, such as electric vehicles or plug-in hybrids, for new fleet vehicle acquisitions unless an approved exemption applies. The Clean Fleet Policy, created in partnership with the Office of

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the results of this year’s Operation Dry Water campaign, held over the weekend of July 3-5.  Operation Dry Water is a national initiative dedicated to reducing alcohol and drug-related boating incidents and fatalities through education and enforcement. The goal is

MADISON – Jalen Knuteson, spokesperson for State Sen. Kelda Roys, released the following statement Thursday morning after the filing deadline: “The numbers are in and it’s clear that this is a two-person primary: Roys and Hong have equivalent cash on hand (just over $400k), and overall fundraising totals for the

Milwaukee/Rock County, July 16, 2026 –The US Treasury has certified Acts Housing’s lending division, Acts Lending, as Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI). The designation is granted to mission-driven institutions that provide financial services in low-income communities historically underserved by traditional financial institutions. Acts Housing, which makes homeownership possible for buyers with income,

MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Ismael Luna’s campaign for Wisconsin State Assembly announced today its endorsement from Voces de la Frontera Action, Wisconsin’s leading immigrant and worker rights organization, adding a powerful voice to a growing coalition behind the candidate who has been the race’s strongest advocate for Milwaukee’s immigrant community. “I’m

Polk County, WI — Erik Severson, candidate for State Senate in Wisconsin’s 25th Senate District, has been endorsed by the Pro-Life Wisconsin Victory Fund Political Action Committee (PAC). Pro-Life Wisconsin is one of the state’s leading pro-life organizations, founded on the principle that all preborn babies are persons who share

NEW FRANKEN, WI — Following yesterday’s Wisconsin Ethics Commission reporting deadline, First Senate District Candidate Nic Cravillion announced that his campaign reported $75,911.82 in contributions during its initial reporting period. The campaign received strong early support from families, community leaders and small business owners throughout Northeast Wisconsin, many of whom reside

MADISON, WI. —  Juliana Bennett, candidate for State Assembly to succeed Francesca Hong, released her July Continuing report, solidifying her place as the people-powered candidate: $49K total raised from 1,253 donors with an average contribution of just $39 — the lowest of any candidate in the race. “From the moment

Madison, WI – Today, Dina Nina Martinez-Rutherford announced her campaign’s fundraising numbers in the primary election to represent Assembly District 76. Since launching in September, Martinez-Rutherford has raised more than $100,000 in contributions from over 1,200 unique donors, all without taking a cent of corporate PAC money. Donors to the