Gregory Humphrey: Even good news carries the weight of our time
The very fact that the status of the Pride flag at Stonewall, of all places, became a point of federal contention underscores the deeper absurdity of the moment we’re living in.
DC Wrap: Cooke outraises Van Orden by nearly $1.1 million in first quarter
In this week’s DC Wrap: Dem challenger Rebecca Cooke outraises GOP U.S. Rep. Derrick Van Orden by nearly $1.1 million over the first three months of the year.
Brunette launches Supreme Court bid
Clark County Judge Lyndsey Brunette today launched her campaign for an open seat on the state Supreme Court, touting her work as an elected Dem district attorney and saying those on the bench should apply the law fairly and equally.
Waukesha County: Responds to confirmed EF2 tornado in Lisbon as more severe weather threatens area
(Waukesha, WI) – Waukesha County continued its coordinated response and damage assessment efforts today following multiple rounds of severe storms that moved through the county on the evening of Tuesday, April 14, 2026. The National Weather Service has confirmed that a tornado touched down
Wisconsin Emergency Management: State of Emergency Operations Center update 1: April severe storms and flooding
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) continues to support response to severe storms and flooding impacting most of the state. The SEOC was elevated to Level 2 on April 14. The SEOC has been communicating with
Roys campaign: Statement of support for MTEA during negotiations
“Our educators at the Milwaukee Teachers’ Education Association deserve a contract that respects the incredibly important work they do to set our kids up for success. For decades, Republicans in the state legislature have undermined our public schools and prevented
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Votes to rein in Netanyahu and stop war in Iran
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) released the following statement after voting to stop the sale of 1,000-pound bombs and bulldozers to Israel as Prime Minister Netanyahu continues to wage a war in Lebanon, breaking the U.S. ceasefire
Rep. Tucker: Condemns governor’s vetoes, reaffirms commitment to common sense governance
Gov. Evers: Declares state of emergency in response to flooding and severe weather impacts across Wisconsin
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today signed Executive Order #289, declaring a state of emergency as communities across the state continue to experience and recover from severe storms, power outages, record rainfall, and flooding, all of which are expected to continue throughout the week. Gov. Evers signed the order today after traveling to
Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association: Badgers show up: Day of the Badger 2026 raises critical funds for UW-Madison
More than $2 million raised for immediate needs MADISON, WI (April 15, 2026) — During the Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association’s seventh Day of the Badger event, April 14-15, more than $2 million was raised to help UW-Madison remain a world-class educational institution. Gifts
Brown County: Cancels tornado drill for 2026
(Brown County, Wis.) – In accordance with the State of Wisconsin canceling its tornado drills, Brown County Emergency Management is canceling its annual tornado drills scheduled for Thursday, April 16, 2026, due to this week’s severe weather events in several
Dept. of Justice: Coalition of states win trial against Live Nation and Ticketmaster
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (WI DOJ) and a coalition of 33 other states today won their lawsuit against Live Nation after a jury found that Live Nation and Ticketmaster violated federal and state antitrust laws by
Rep. Rivera-Wagner: Responds to new reporting on taxpayer-funded private attorneys, highlights reform bill
GREEN BAY— New reporting from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel is adding to growing scrutiny over the Wisconsin State Legislature’s use of taxpayer dollars to hire private attorneys, a practice that has cost taxpayers tens of millions of dollars. State Rep. Amaad Rivera-Wagner (D-Green Bay)
ReadyWisconsin: Wisconsin Statewide tornado drills canceled for 2026
MADISON, Wis. – The annual statewide tornado drills scheduled for Thursday, April 16, 2026, are being canceled in light of recent severe weather events that have impacted communities across Wisconsin. There will not be an alternative date for these drills.
Brown County Executive Streckenbach: Proclaims Telecommunicators Week
Proclamation Recognizes Important Work of Our County’s 911 Operators (Brown County, Wis.) – Today, Brown County Executive Troy Streckenbach issued a proclamation recognizing the week of April 12-18, 2026, as Public Safety Telecommunicators Week in Brown County. “This week we