Enbridge must re-do its application to build an oil tunnel below the Straits of Mackinac Lansing, MI – In a major victory for Tribal nations in Michigan, the state’s Supreme Court has overturned a key permit that Canadian company Enbridge needs in order to bore a massive four-mile tunnel beneath the Straits

Madison – Wisconsin will issue its first Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) credentials in September.  Each APRN license will also be designated with the recognized role (or roles) for which the applicant has been certified. The four recognized roles in Wisconsin are: Nurse Practitioner (NP), Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM), Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) and Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA).  Governor Tony

MILWAUKEE, WI – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) toured the City of Milwaukee Elections Operations Center, taking up the City of Milwaukee’s offer to Vice President JD Vance to see firsthand the extensive security and accuracy measures in place. Following the tour, Baldwin held a discussion with Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson and

MADISON, Wis. — Following the anniversary of Medicaid and Medicare becoming law, Congressman Tom Tiffany is more determined than ever to gut the programs thousands of Wisconsinites rely on to afford care. In Congress, Tiffany helped introduce an extreme plan that would turn Medicare into a voucher system. He also voted against a bill

Milwaukee — A coalition of Milwaukee civil rights and civic organizations will mark the 61st anniversary of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 with a three-day public event — VRA 3 Days of Action 2026 — August 6–8, 2026. The three events are presented by the League of Women Voters of Milwaukee County and supported by

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:  July 31, 2026 CONTACT: David Gwidt, Communications Director, dgwidt@aclu-wi.org Alyssa Meinecke, Program and Strategy Director, ameinecke@aclu-wi.org MADISON — The ACLU of Wisconsin, along with pro bono counsel from Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP, filed a lawsuit today against Governor Tony Evers and the Department of Health Services,

Media Contact: media@platform-communications.com Building on bipartisan Badger Battleground brand, partnership to integrate Handrick’s district-by-district legislative analysis with Platform’s polling MADISON, Wis. — Platform Communications announced today a new partnership with Joe Handrick, the nationally recognized political analyst behind the Wisconsin Legislative Almanac whose analysis is closely watched on election nights in Wisconsin,

MADISON – Following the debate this week, the Swing Voter Project, which surveys undecided voters, released a poll: Kelda led the field in electability in the general election, ranked the top candidate to address critical issues that voters care about, AND saw a 21-point increase in support in head-to-head matchups against primary

(Berlin, WI…)  Republican candidate for the 57th Assembly District, Kevin Krentz today announced he is endorsed by the Dairy Business Association (DBA). “DBA supports candidates who understand agriculture and are committed to advancing policies that help Wisconsin dairy farmers and rural communities thrive,” DBA Executive Director Chad Zuleger said. “Kevin

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined her colleagues in opening a new investigation into reports that the Department of Defense (DoD) failed to provide adequate medical care to servicemembers injured in a March drone strike on a U.S. military post at Port Shuaiba in Kuwait. The investigation follows

MADISON – Wisconsin Conservation Voters announced its second slate of candidate endorsements today for the 2026 election cycle. These endorsements build on an historic election season made possible by fair maps, which offer a real path to a pro-democracy, pro-conservation legislative majority come November. Click here for the full slate of

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he has granted another 210 pardons, bringing his total number of pardons granted during his time in office to 2,237.  “A pardon is an official act of forgiveness that signals an individual has paid their debt to society, worked to make amends, and turned their

MILWAUKEE — The Marquette Law School Poll will release the results of its national survey of public opinion over two days, Aug. 5-6, via written releases. On Wednesday, Aug. 5, the Marquette Law School Poll will release results of a national survey on an extensive list of topics, including the

MADISON, WI (July 31, 2026) – The American Tort Reform Association recently recognized Wisconsin as a “Tort Reform Trailblazer” in its 2026 Legislative HeatCheck report. This recognition comes after the Legislature tightened the rules on courtroom evidence and expert testimony during the 2025-26 Legislative Session. “Wisconsin’s efforts to get rid of junk

New reporting from American Journal News reveals that Congressman Tom Tiffany backed an extreme abortion ban beginning at conception “with no exceptions for rape, incest, or the life of the mother,” that “could make getting an abortion legally tantamount to committing murder.” The legislation “would also override any state laws governing abortion

MILWAUKEE – Congresswoman Gwen Moore today endorsed Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley for Governor of Wisconsin. “I’ve known David since he was a community organizer and have watched him grow into an effective leader in Milwaukee County and a dedicated husband and father. He is ready to be the next

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) now offers a special license plate from Rotary International. This service organization promotes integrity and peace through their fellowship of business, professional and community leaders. This new plate joins the growing list of 71 special license plates which can

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 31, 2026Contact: Caleb Kulich, Public Information Officer, (608) 621-1290, caleb.kulich@wisconsin.gov MADISON, Wis. – On July 27, severe weather including a tornado and large hail struck eastern Wisconsin. Homes and vehicles were damaged and will need repairs. The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) reminds consumers that they

Janesville, WI – Today, Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) reported more than $6.3 million cash on hand,over 35 times more than all his opponents combined.  Congressman Steil’s campaign also announced that Steil reported taking in more than $165,000 into Steil for Wisconsin during the pre-primary period. Following the announcement, Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) issued the