Law Forward: Wisconsin Supreme Court decision safeguards privacy and voting rights for disabled and elderly voters
Law Forward, on behalf of Disability Rights Wisconsin (DRW) and the Greater Wisconsin Agency on Aging Resources (GWAAR), commends the Wisconsin Supreme Court for its decision in Wisconsin Voter Alliance v. Secord. At the heart of this case is the confidentiality of
CFC Action Fund: Endorses Brittany Kinser for Wisconsin state superintendent of public instruction
CFC Action Fund proudly announces its endorsement of Brittany Kinser for Wisconsin State Superintendent of Public Instruction. With over two decades of experience in education as a teacher and administrator across both district and public charter schools, and a proven track record
Opportunity Wisconsin: ICYMI: House Republicans considering cuts to Medicaid, Affordable Care Act, and more
MADISON, Wis. – With the new Congress underway and President-elect Trump set to take office next week, new reporting hints at a renewed push from House Republicans to cut programs that support many Wisconsin families. The push comes as Republicans look
Disability Rights Wisconsin: DRW, GWAAR Applaud Wisconsin Supreme Court decision in WVA v. Secord
Disability Rights Wisconsin (DRW) and the Greater Wisconsin Agency on Aging, Inc. (GWAAR) applaud today’s decision by the Wisconsin Supreme Court to leave in place the District IV Appellate decision protecting the right of individuals under guardianship in maintaining their
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Applauds report confirming China is cheating in shipbuilding industry, calls on Trump to act
WASHINGTON, D.C – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) is applauding the newly released report from the United States Trade Representative outlining how China has used unfair trade practices to undercut American shipbuilding, hurting American workers, businesses, and national security. Senator Baldwin called
Former GOP State Sen. Dale Schulz endorses Jeff Wright for DPI superintendent; “Jeff brings people together”
Madison – In a CIvic Media Interview, hosted by Todd Allbaugh, the former state Sen. Dale Schultz (R-Richland Center) endorsed grassroots candidate Jeff Wright to be Superintendent of the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. Schultz, the former Republican majority leader who
Schimel campaign: ICYMI: Brad Schimel in The Washington Reporter: “Biden’s commutations are a symptom of a dangerous agenda”
“Across America, liberal politicians with naive, dangerous agendas are prioritizing the feelings of criminals over justice for victims and the protection of our communities. With President Donald Trump set to return to the White House in a few short days,
American Civil Liberties Union: New ACLU Report: Black Wisconsinites more than 5 times as likely to be arrested for marijuana possession as racial disparity grows
MILWAUKEE—The ACLU of Wisconsin today released The State of Cannabis in Wisconsin, a report advocating for marijuana legalization, pointing to the overwhelming support for legalization among Wisconsin voters and the cost of continued criminalization. Legalization support is widespread across all political
Dept. of Natural Resources: Wisconsinites invited to participate in Wisconsin Conservation Congress resolution process
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Conservation Congress (WCC) invites all Wisconsinites to take part in its annual spring hearing process. The WCC is an independent organization of residents that advises the Wisconsin Natural Resources Board and the Wisconsin Department of Natural
Forward Latino: Urges the defeat of Laken Riley Act and praises group of Milwaukee alderpersons standing up for immigrant families
Franklin, WI – Darryl Morin, National President of Forward Latino, a national non-profit, non- partisan service and advocacy organization headquartered in Franklin, Wisconsin issued the following statement following reports of a proposed immigration detention facility being built in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Dept. of Revenue: New IRS Direct File program is available to Wisconsin taxpayers
Madison, WI – The Wisconsin Department of Revenue (DOR) is excited to share that Direct File, the new free option for filing federal taxes is available for Wisconsin taxpayers. The individual income tax filing season begins on January 27, 2025. Direct
WisOpinion: ‘The Insiders’ preview Trump’s inauguration, Evers’ State of the State address
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, preview President-elect Donald Trump’s inaugural address and Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers’ State of the State speech. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership…. Please log in
Republican State Leadership Committee: NEW VIDEO: RSLC highlights importance of its Judicial Fairness Initiative and stakes in Pennsylvania and Wisconsin in 2025
Washington, D.C. – The RSLC’s Judicial Fairness Initiative (JFI) yesterday, released a new video highlighting the stakes of state supreme court races in 2025 and beyond. The video comes on the heels of a memo the committee sent to donors recently stressing the significance of
WisOpinion: ‘The Insiders’ reflect on the legacy of former Sens. Cullen, Petak
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, offer their memories of recently passed former Sens. Tim Cullen, D-Janesville, and George Petak, R-Racine. Sponsored by the Wisconsin counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
Dept. of Natural Resources: OutWiGo For Free Fishing Weekend Jan. 18-19
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds that public that Jan 18-19 is this year’s winter Free Fishing Weekend. During Free Fishing Weekend, anglers of all ages can wet a line in any Wisconsin waters open to fishing