NFIB Wisconsin: New NFIB survey: Uncertainty grows and optimism fades slightly on Main Street in September
MADISON, WI (Oct. 15, 2026) – The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index declined 0.8 points in September to 97.9, one-tenth of a point below the 52-year average of 98.0. The Uncertainty Index rose 1 point to 90, remaining well above
Dept. of Public Instruction: Releases 2026-27 general school aids
Nearly two-thirds of districts will receive less aid due to flatstate funding, antiquated funding formula MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction today published state general school aids that school districts will receive during the current school year. By
City Forward Collection/CFC Action Fund: New Wisconsin poll: Crowley leads Tiffany 46% to 42% in governor’s race
For more information, contact:Chelsea CrossCFCmedia@cityforwardcollective.org Statewide survey also finds overwhelming support for school choice and accountability: 76% want greater access to public school options, and 85% want the same standards for all publicly funded schools MILWAUKEE, WI — A new
Aleckson campaign: Calls for state child care commission with a firm deadline after meeting with Green County providers
Contact: Jon Aleckson · 608-577-8909· AlecksonforAssembly@gmail.com Assembly District 50 candidate joins Green County Child Care Network members to hear directly from the people caring for local kids MONROE, Wis. — “Critically, we need to create a State Commission on Child
WisGOP: Six-figure salaries, millions in public funding raise questions about employer of David Crowley’s wife
MADISON, WI — A new Heartland Post piece is calling for scrutiny of Community Advocates, the Milwaukee nonprofit employing David Crowley’s wife, after reviewing financial records showing six-figure leadership salaries and substantial public funding. The piece cites 2024 filings listing
ADCC: New reporting reveals Republican Shannon Zimmerman skipped work for AI panel, luxury Bahamas vacation
Contact: Matt Roznowski, matt@assemblydemocrats.com MADISON, Wis. – Months of reporting has revealed that endangered Republican incumbent Shannon Zimmerman missed a quarter of votes in the most recent legislative session. Previous research proves one absence is linked to a vacation in
Udell campaign: Statement in support of Crowley
Contact: randyaudell@gmail.com MADISON, WI: This week, Representative Randy Udell (D-47th District) released the following statement regarding his endorsement for County Executive David Crowley to be Wisconsin’s next governor: “David Crowley is a proven executive leader. As County Executive, his housing
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Brings home $34 million to repair and upgrade Green Bay rail bridge, improve safety and reliability
Contact: press@baldwin.senate.gov, 202-224-6225 A new Luxemburg Swing Bridge will strengthen freight rail infrastructure, reduce service disruptions, and support Wisconsin businesses WISCONSIN – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced she helped secure $34 million in federal funding for the Fox
U.S. Sens. Baldwin, Murray: Call on Education Department to abandon latest tactic to cut grant funding to communities
Contact: press@baldwin.senate.gov, 202-224-6225 Funding for program at Madison College to provide childcare for student parents was cut as the admin is preventing over $600 million from reaching schools and students this year WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI),
A Better Wisconsin Together: New endorsement from radical anti-abortion group deals major blow to Tom Tiffany’s effort to run from his record
MEDIA CONTACTLucy Ripp, Communications Directorlucy@abwt.org · (608) 285-2777 MADISON, Wis. — One of Wisconsin’s most radical anti-abortion groups has officially endorsed Congressman Tom Tiffany in his run to be Wisconsin’s next governor, according to a list of Fall 2026 endorsed
Gov. Evers: Announces Wisconsin ends fiscal year with $3.3 billion balance, record-high $2.1 billion ‘rainy day’ fund
Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov Despite continued national economic turbulence, Wisconsin maintains strong fiscal position, reaching seven consecutive years of record-high General Fund balances during Gov. Evers’ tenure MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced that, despite continued economic turbulence caused by President Donald
Tom Still: Trump’s diesel deal with Russia will barely move dial in Wisconsin
Even if President Trump’s deal to lift sanctions on Russian diesel exports stands up in a skeptical Congress, it’s only a few gallons of relief in a huge tank.