Outgamie County Exec. Nelson: Area author publishes complete history Packers book
Appleton, Wisc. — Tom Nelson’s latest book, the acclaimed THE GREEN AND GOLD STANDARD: A PEOPLE’S HISTORY OF THE GREEN BAY PACKERS, will be released Sept. 1. Hailed as “A complete history of the team…not just an exciting read but an
Jessica McBride: Winners and losers from Wisconsin primary election night
We all know the top line results: Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley defeated socialist Francesca Hong to win the Democratic primary for governor in an upset, and he will face Republican Congressman Tom Tiffany in the general election. There were a lot of other interesting races on the ballot too on Aug. 11.
Jonathan Martin: Democrats got lucky in Wisconsin. They should learn from it.
A wild primary for governor offers a warning for a party already looking toward 2028.
Climate Power: Wisconsin’s GOP nominees are rubber stamping an energy crisis
Wednesday morning, Wisconsinites woke up to the results of their primary elections while also learning that inflation remains above wage growth. As families face the realities of an ever-more expensive economy, the need to elect leaders who will tackle this
Helen Lewis: AOC knows a lemon when she sees one
Francesca Hong’s surprise loss in Wisconsin is a blessing to the Democratic Party.
WHEDA: Registration open for WHEDA Conference 2026: How housing happens
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA) announces that registration is open for WHEDA Conference 2026: How Housing Happens, taking place November 18 and 19 at the Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center in Madison, Wisconsin. The annual WHEDA
David Carel: Milwaukee parents must add air quality to school checklist
Many school buildings have no real filtration. Aging HVAC systems don’t filter out fine particulate matter. Older buildings leak outdoor air in through doors, windows, and cracks.
Gabriel Shapiro and David Skrovanek: Technology can help Wisconsin address energy affordability
By deploying sensors to measure ambient conditions along transmission corridors, utilities can dynamically adjust their line ratings to unlock previously untapped capacity. These dynamic line rating technologies have been piloted for several decades around the world and are starting to make a difference.
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Baldwin introduces comprehensive bill to combat maternal health crisis, support mothers and babies
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined her colleagues to reintroduce the Momnibus Act, a comprehensive legislative package designed to end the nation’s maternal health crisis and directly confront the devastating disparities that continue to claim the lives of Black
Dept. of Natural Resources: EPA approves Total Maximum Daily Load Study to improve water quality for Lake Pepin, tributaries
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced that on July 21, 2026, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) approved the Lake Pepin TMDL: Total Maximum Daily Loads for Total Phosphorus study. The DNR, together with many partners
UW-Stout Polytechnic: UW-Stout Polytechnic announces budget proposals to build state workforce, next generation of businesses
UW-Stout Polytechnic Chancellor Katherine Frank joined Universities of Wisconsin Regent President Kyle Weatherly, UWs Interim President Renée Wachter and other university leaders today to announce budget proposals focused on building Wisconsin’s workforce and the next generation of businesses. The Tech for Tomorrow
Dept. of Transportation: WisDOT receives regional transportation award for I-894 project, Milwaukee County
The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) awarded the I-894 resurfacing project in Milwaukee County with a regional America’s Transportation Award in the category of ‘Best Use of Technology & Innovation, Medium Project.’ Watch the AASHTO video announcing the
Dept. of Veterans Affairs: Building the next USS Wisconsin: Updates and celebration of the SSBN 827 construction at the Wisconsin Veterans Museum
MADISON – Five years into construction, the future USS Wisconsin (SSBN 827) is taking shape, and the public is invited to hear the latest on its progress at the Wisconsin Veterans Museum on August 27, 2026. The event kicks off at
WisDems: ICYMI: Congressman Tom Tiffany tattles on himself, admitting he’s a “MAGA extremist”
MADISON, Wis. — At a bar touting Pittsburgh Steelers fan swag, and not the green and gold of Wisconsin’s beloved Packers, Congressman Tom Tiffany finally told the truth: he’s a “MAGA extremist.” “It’s not enough for MAGA extremist Congressman Tom Tiffany to
Dean Health Plan by Medica, Canopy Center: New investment expands mental health treatment for children and families impacted by child sexual abuse
MADISON, WI — Children who experience abuse often carry the effects of that trauma long after the abuse ends. Without the right support, those experiences can impact mental health, relationships, educational success and long-term well-being. To help children and families access the care they need, Dean