First Capitol: Wisconsin’s First Capitol marks America’s 250th Anniversary with special events and major investment
BELMONT, Wis. – As the nation prepares to commemorate America 250, Wisconsin’s First Capitol in Belmont invites visitors to experience the birthplace of Wisconsin’s government starting May 23, when the site opens for weekend visits. The historic site – recently
Karas Campaign: A Federal Court just let Wisconsin’s circulator ban stand. Here’s why that matters.
MUSKEGO, WI — A federal judge today refused to block 2025 Wisconsin Act 126, a new law that bans out-of-state residents from helping Wisconsin candidates collect nomination signatures. Pete Karas, the Wisconsin Green Party candidate for Secretary of State, says
Madison Area Technical College: IT open house highlights new AI programs
MADISON, Wis. — Madison College is launching two new artificial intelligence degree programs this fall — AI Data Specialist and GenAI Front-End Developer — to prepare students for in-demand technology careers. Learn more about opportunities in AI, cybersecurity and software development
Third Congressional District Democrats: Thank Rodney Rave for his Congressional campaign
MADISON, WIS., – This week, Democratic candidate for the 3rd CD Rodney Rave announced he was suspending his campaign. All Democrats in the Congressional District thank him for his willingness to serve and for his dedication to the people of
Tiffany Campaign: Tiffany launches second statewide ad highlighting plan to lower costs and stop Madison waste
WAUSAU, WI – Congressman Tom Tiffany, candidate for governor, today announced a new seven-figure statewide ad campaign across broadcast, streaming, and digital platforms. The new ad, titled “Send in the Dam Man,” highlights Tiffany’s priorities to crack down on waste and
National Federation of Independent Business: Supports tax relief for Wisconsinites
MADISON, WI (May 13, 2026) – After months of negotiations, a bipartisan deal has been reached on how to allocate the state’s $1.8 billion budget surplus. The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), Wisconsin’s largest small business advocate, announced its support
Gov. Evers: Orders flags to half-staff in honor of Hmong-Lao Veterans Day, proclaims “Hmong-Lao Veterans Day” across the state
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers signed Executive Order #293, ordering the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff on Thurs., May 14, 2026, in honor of Hmong-Lao Veterans Day. Each year since assuming office, Gov. Evers has proclaimed May 14
Senate Republicans will need Dem help to pass $1.8B surplus package
Sen. Steve Nass, R-Whitewater, criticized the deal right away, and Sen. Chris Kapenga, R-Delafield, expressed his opposition in a post on X late yesterday.
One City Schools, One City Advocates: Respond to Bipartisan Budget Deal: grateful for special education and property tax investments, but Wisconsin missed a generational opportunity
MADISON, WI — One City Schools and One City Advocates today released a formal statement in response to the $1.8 billion bipartisan budget deal announced May 11, 2026, by Governor Tony Evers, Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu, and Assembly Speaker
Sen. Quinn: Joint Finance Committee unanimously approves Quinn Motion to open Brule Fish Hatchery
Madison, Wis. – Today the state legislature’s Joint Committee on Finance unanimously approved a motion authored by Senator Romaine Quinn (R-Birchwood) to continue operations at the Brule State Fish Hatchery in response to the Department of Natural Resources’ proposed cuts
Gov. Evers: Seeks applicants for Grant County Circuit Court
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for the Grant County Circuit Court – Branch 2. The appointment will fill a vacancy being created by Judge Craig R. Day’s retirement, effective Sept. 4, 2026. The
WisDems: Inflation accelerates due to Tiffany-backed policies
MADISON, Wis. — Inflation numbers are rapidly rising due to surging energy costs driven by the Tom Tiffany-backed unprovoked war in Iran. Consumer prices in the United States rose last month at the fastest rate since May 2023 across the board—from tomatoes, which are up nearly 40% from
Brown County Executive Streckenbach: County kicks off 2026 road project season with safety awareness
(Brown County, Wis.) – Brown County Executive Troy Streckenbach and Highway Commissioner Chris Hardy kicked off the 2026 Road Construction Project season with an important reminder for drivers to take safe actions behind the wheel to keep roadway workers and
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Presses Hegseth for answers on delayed health care for Wisconsin troops injured in Iran War
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) questioned Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on the Trump Administration’s lack of preparedness for the illegal war with Iran, including pushing him on the delayed care that injured Wisconsin servicemembers received after sustaining
Gov Evers: Touts bipartisan investments in Wisconsin kids and schools, urges swift legislative approval of blockbuster deal with GOP leaders
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today touted new investments in Wisconsin’s kids and schools included in the blockbuster bipartisan deal he negotiated with Republican leaders that was released yesterday after months of negotiations. New data released today by the nonpartisan