Dan Knodl: Why Wisconsin needs to provide more taxpayer protections
Government should not exist to maximize revenue. The purpose of government is to provide essential services efficiently and effectively while respecting the taxpayers who fund those services. Constitutional protections for taxpayers would help restore that balance.
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Senator Baldwin introduces bill to restore and protect the Mississippi River
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) introduced the Mississippi River Restoration and Resilience Initiative (MRRRI) Act,legislation to restore and protect the Mississippi River corridor amid growing threats that put this vital waterway, and the economy that depends on it,
Dept. of Natural Resources: New mapping site to track chimney swift roosts launches
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announces the Wisconsin Chimney Swift Working Group has launched a new and efficient tool for those interested in monitoring chimney swift roost and nest sites. The tool will be available in
TUE News Summary: Two WEC commissioners want to join lawsuit challenging ballot spoiling
TOP STORIES Wisconsin’s Democratic primary for governor: a look at the 5 remaining… [Hong continues to lead polling, but] percentage of undecided voters continues to be higher than those who have selected any specific candidate. … “Hong could certainly win
UW-Green Bay: Receives $2.3M gift to benefit music program, The Weidner, Veterans Services and UWGB Women’s Basketball
Green Bay, WI – Brand new pianos for music students is one of the many ways that the recent $2.3 million gift from Dean Emeritus Robert “Bob” J. Bauer will benefit students at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay. A decades-long professor
Dunn County: Dunn County’s Law Enforcement Deflection and Diversion program nearly triples community contacts in one year
MENOMONIE — Officials credit increased public trust in the Dunn County’s Law Enforcement Deflection and Diversion (LEDD) program, a joint effort with the city of Menomonie intended to keep people out of the criminal justice system, for the program’s explosive
Dept. of Natural Resources: Boat safe and share the water this summer
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds all boaters to share the water and boat safe this summer on the state’s waterways. Wisconsin’s waters are enjoyed by swimmers, anglers, recreational boaters and paddlers alike during the summer
Dem WEC members, RNC seek to intervene in spoiled absentee ballot suit
Two Dem members of the Election Commission and the Republican National Committee want to intervene in a lawsuit seeking to allow Wisconsin voters to spoil their absentee ballots if they change their minds on who they want to support.
Office of the Commissioner of Insurance: Insurance Commissioner shares tips for Wisconsinites impacted by storm damage
Madison, Wis. – Insurance Commissioner Nathan Houdek is sharing tips for filing an insurance claim with Wisconsinites who may have experienced property damage from this week’s severe storms. “Monday’s devastating storms produced high winds, tornadoes, and hail which caused significant property
Hermening campaign: Hermening launches “Ready on Day One Tour” across Wisconsin’s largest congressional district
WAUSAU, Wis. Republican congressional candidate Kevin Hermening today announced his “Ready on Day One Tour,” a 10-day campaign swing through every county in Wisconsin’s largest congressional district, stretching from Lake Superior to central Wisconsin, ahead of the August 11 Republican
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Dairy Processor Grant applications open until September 1
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) invites Wisconsin dairy processors to apply for Dairy Processor Grants by noon on September 1, 2026. Dairy Processor Grants aim to foster innovation, improve profitability, and sustain
American Bridge 21st Century: IICYMI: Embarrassment runs in the Duffy/Alfonso Family
Nepo baby Michael Alfonso is running on his Trump endorsement, while taking money from the very contractor who caused a national story embarrassing Trump. Michael Alfonso, son-in-law of Sean Duffy — Trump’s Transportation Secretary who launched a road trip reality TV show while
Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty: WILL sues UW-Madison over race-based scholarships
The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) filed a new lawsuit challenging at least 20 UW-Madison scholarships and grants that contain race-based criteria and are administered with support from taxpayer funds. WILL represents Young America’s Foundation and Citizens
UW Health: Begins offering proton therapy to treat cancer
MADISON, Wis. – Today, UW Health officially began offering proton therapy at Eastpark Medical Center. The new treatment gives patients with cancer access to a highly precise form of radiation therapy designed to target tumors while limiting radiation exposure to
Kids Win Wisconsin: Releases 2026 Wisconsin gubernatorial candidate Side-by-Side and Walk & Talk interview series
WAUWATOSA, Wis. — Kids Win Wisconsin, founded by Brittany Kinser, is a nonpartisan organization committed to ending Wisconsin’s reading crisis and building a future where 95% of Wisconsin’s children read proficiently, today announced the release of its 2026 Wisconsin Gubernatorial