Ty Babinski: Celebrating 20 years of partnering with teachers and lawmakers to give Wisconsin kids educational options
As the Wisconsin Coalition of Virtual School Families prepares to enter our third decade of advocacy, we are not resting on our laurels. We are going to leverage our shared experiences to improve Wisconsin’s educational landscape. Specifically, we have our eyes set on improving Wisconsin’s Open Enrollment law, and we’re looking for champions in the State Capitol who are willing to say “I Trust Parents!”
Bill Barth: School tax requests extend across state
It’s not just Beloit trying to balance the books.
Dave Zweifel: Charging parents is no solution for gun violence
While it might provide some small measure of comfort to grieving families, it does little to prevent the next shooting. And unless as a nation we get serious about actually addressing our gun problem, there will be others for sure.
A Better Wisconsin Together: State survey results highlight child care crisis in Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. — The results of a survey of Wisconsin child care providers, conducted by the state Department of Children and Families, finds up to 33,000 Wisconsin children are not being served due to staffing shortages. Providers also reported 48,000 children were on
Dept. of Natural Resources: Help stop the spread of aquatic invasive species during migratory bird hunting seasons
Migratory bird hunters can help protect Wisconsin’s natural resources and stop the spread of aquatic invasive species this fall. / Photo Credit: Wisconsin DNR MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds migratory bird hunters that they are essential
Republican State Leadership Committee: Launches ‘Left’s Most Wanted’ ad campaign to make example of state Democrats in key battleground districts
Washington, D.C. – The Republican State Leadership Committee (RSLC) today announced a new paid media effort to help defend its majorities in the battleground states of Arizona, New Hampshire, and Wisconsin by going on offense against state Democrats in key bellwether districts.
Institute for Reforming Government: Files amicus brief in partial veto case
Delafield, WI – Yesterday, IRG filed an amicus curiae brief with the Wisconsin Supreme Court in LeMieux v. Evers, a case filed by Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) in April challenging the Governor’s partial veto of 2023 Wisconsin Act 19. The partial veto extended
Rep. O’Connor: Proud to Receive Endorsement of Wisconsin Fraternal Order of Police
FOND DU LAC- Representative Jerry O’Connor (R-Fond du Lac) released the following statement on receiving the endorsement of the Wisconsin Fraternal Order of Police for his reelection campaign: “I am honored to announce that I have received the Fraternal Order
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Demands USPS provide better service for Wisconsin newspapers and their readers
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) called on the Postmaster General Louis DeJoy to immediately address costly delays Wisconsin newspapers that rely on the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) are experiencing, resulting in lost revenue, customer complaints, and canceled
Dept. of Transportation: More than 800 traffic stops on the Beltline this summer through increased State Patrol enforcement
The Wisconsin State Patrol began conducting special traffic enforcement patrols on the Madison Beltline (US 12/18) in April 2024 in an effort to prevent risky driving behaviors that can lead to serious injury and fatal crashes. As a result, the
Dept. of Natural Resources: Announces 2025 Wild Turkey, Pheasant and Waterfowl Stamp Design Contest winners
Robert Leum took first place in this year’s wild turkey and pheasant design contests. / Photo Credit: Robert Leum MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the winners of the 2025 Wisconsin wild turkey, pheasant and waterfowl
National Republican Senatorial Committee: Baldwin’s bill allows her to share inside info with her Wall Street partner
Politico reports a bill Tammy Baldwin is touting that bans senators and their spouses from buying individual stocks would not apply to Baldwin and her partner because they are not married. Baldwin’s partner, Maria Brisbane, is a Wall Street financial advisor who
Dept. of Revenue: IRS appoints Secretary Designee Casey to Electronic Tax Administration Advisory Committee
The Internal Revenue Service has appointed Wisconsin Department of Revenue Secretary Designee David Casey to the Electronic Tax Administration Advisory Committee (ETAAC). Casey joins nine other appointees to serve three-year terms on the committee beginning in September 2024. Founded in
UW-Stout: Alumni awards to recognize outstanding leaders during homecoming weekend special event Oct. 25
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Milwaukee Public Schools: Be counted on Sept. 20, state’s third Friday student-count day
(MILWAUKEE) — All Wisconsin students should be punctual and present in school every day, especially on Friday, September 20, Milwaukee Public Schools says. This date marks the state’s annual count of all students, conducted on the third Friday of September. “Every