James Causey: I delivered on promise thanks to the gifts my mentor shared
Milwaukee Journal editorial writer and columnist Greg Stanford had given me something far more valuable than a job. He believed in me before I fully believed in myself.
Patrick McIlheran: Parents increasingly want kids in independent charter and parental choice schools — but face obstacles
Reforms would ensure all parents have options they clearly favor.
Lindsay Blumer: Wisconsin’s Technical Colleges are an investment in every community’s future
With continued support and investment, Wisconsin’s technical colleges will remain a place where talent is developed, futures are transformed and employers find the workforce they need to succeed.
Dave Cieslewicz: A sad day in Madison
Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway cited harassment and death threats in her decision not to run for reelection.
Natalie Eilbert: 3 months after Corey Ruiz’s death, Glass takes the fall
In terminating interim Independent Monitor Aeiramique Glass, City Council members have made a disturbing choice that may come back to haunt them.
Cooke Campaign: Alliance of Retired Americans endorses Rebecca Cooke for Congress
EAU CLAIRE, Wisc. — Today, the Alliance of Retired Americans announced their support for Rebecca Cooke, candidate for Congress in Wisconsin’s Third Congressional District. With over 4.4 million members, the Alliance focuses on protecting and expanding retirement security, Social Security,
Crowley reports late fundraising edge over Tiffany in governor’s race
Gov. Evers: Announces theme for 2026 State Capitol Holiday Tree, invites students and families to create ornaments celebrating Wisconsin neighbors
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced that the theme of the 2026 Wisconsin State Capitol Holiday Tree is “The Year of the Neighbor.” Gov. Evers declared 2026 the “Year of the Neighbor” to spend his final year in office celebrating all the neighbors who help make
A Better Wisconsin Together: Billionaire Diane Hendricks picking up the tab for Republican Party of Wisconsin, Congressman Tom Tiffany’s gubernatorial campaign
MADISON, Wis. — Wisconsin’s richest person, MAGA billionaire Diane Hendricks, has doled out $13 million more to the Republican Party of Wisconsin (RPW), which subsequently transferred $9 million to Congressman Tom Tiffany’s campaign for governor, according to the most recent campaign
WisDems: The New York Times: In a swing state race, Tom Tiffany is known as Trump ally
MADISON, Wis. — Reporting from The New York Times details MAGA Congressman Tom Tiffany’s close relationship with Trump and the clear public perception of their close relationship. The story outlines Congressman Tiffany’s inability to distance himself from Trump due to his long record
WisDems: One week out from election day, gas prices remain nearly two dollars higher than a year ago thanks to MAGA extremist Congressman Tom Tiffany
MADISON, Wis. — Leading up to Election Day, we’ll be tracking gas prices in Wisconsin that are still sky-high thanks to Congressman Tom Tiffany’s five votes to continue Trump’s war-of-choice in Iran. One Week Out: Gas prices in Wisconsin remain nearly two dollars higher than
Tiffany campaign: New ad: Epstein billionaires are bankrolling David Crowley’s campaign
WAUSAU, WI – Today, the Tiffany campaign released a new ad, “Epstein, Crowley, Billionaires,” highlighting the millions of dollars California tech billionaire and Epstein Island visitor Reid Hoffman has poured into David Crowley’s campaign. David Crowley talks a big game about billionaires,
Rep. Cruz: Warns workers: Know your rights to time off to vote
MADISON, WI – Wisconsin law requires employers to allow workers time off to vote, with no exceptions. Under Wis. Stat. 6.76(1), employees may be absent from work for up to three hours to vote. With less than a week until the
Spending in governor’s race tops $166 million, setting new record
Candidates and outside groups have already spent $166 million in Wisconsin’s gubernatorial contest, making it the most expensive in state history, according to a WisPolitics review.
U.S. Dept. of Energy: Closes $5.1 billion loan to lower electricity costs and strengthen grid reliability in Iowa and Wisconsin
Contact: DOENews@hq.doe.gov WASHINGTON—The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Energy Dominance Financing (EDF) today announced the financial close of a $5.1 billion loan package to Alliant Energy to lower electricity costs, expand firm power generation, and strengthen grid reliability