MON AM Update: Berrien launches conservative PAC as he weighs guv bid; Wikler on ‘UpFront’
From WisPolitics … — Businessman Bill Berrien, who’s been weighing a bid for governor in 2026, announced today he’s created a PAC to advance conservative policy solutions and help “Republican candidates get back to winning.” Berrien, a former Navy SEAL,
FRI REPORT: LAB: UW, state agencies not tracking millions in DEI costs
Quotes of the Week By prioritizing low-carbon-emitting nuclear energy as a strategy in energy generation, we will help position Wisconsin to meet the increased electricity demands of today and lay the groundwork Wisconsin needs to be able to attract large
Rep. Vining: Joins AG Kaul for crime victims roundtable
MADISON–Rep. Robyn Vining joined Attorney General Josh Kaul at Sojourner Family Peace Center in Milwaukee for a victims’ rights roundtable during National Crime Victims’ Rights Week. Rep. Robyn Vining (D-Wauwatosa) released the following statement: “Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) funding
Fair Share America: ICYMI: Wisconsinites fight against tax breaks for billionaires in DC
Local advocates joined around 500 people from more than 30 states to stand up for tax fairness and tell their lawmakers about how devastating cuts to vital programs will impact their families Washington, DC (April 11, 2025) – This week, Wisconsinites
Sen. Wimberger, Rep. Wittke: New audits uncover DEI efforts across state agencies, UW
Millions in salary costs, thousands of staff hours spent on DEI committees and training with few measurable results MADISON – Senator Eric Wimberger (R-Oconto) and Representative Robert Wittke (R-Caledonia) issued the following statements after the release of Reports 25-05 and 25-06, new state
Public Service Commission, Dept. of Administration: Encourage customers to seek assistance before moratorium on utility disconnections ends
State moratorium to end Tuesday, April 15, 2025 MADISON – The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC) and the Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA) encourage electric and natural gas utility customers with outstanding bills to make payment arrangements with their
WisDems: Announce 2025 State Convention
MADISON, Wis. — Today, the Democratic Party of Wisconsin announced its 2025 State Convention—Road to 2026. The 2025 WisDems State Convention will be hosted in the Wisconsin Dells on June 14th and 15th at the Chula Vista Resort. Wisconsin Democrats will gather
Opportunity Wisconsin: Steil and Van Orden constituents visit Washington D.C. to demand congressmen fight for working families over tax breaks for the ultra-rich
Visit comes after Congress approves budget resolution that will force devastating cuts to Medicaid and other critical programs in order to pay for new tax breaks for billionaires and big corporations WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, Wisconsinites from the 1st
AWSA: Names Mukwonago’s Luke Spielman Wisconsin Middle School Principal of the Year
MADISON — The Association of Wisconsin School Administrators (AWSA) has named Luke Spielman as the 2025 Middle School Principal of the Year. Spielman serves as principal of Park View Middle School in the Mukwonago Area School District (MASD). There, he has focused
Wisconsin Historical Society: Black Point Estate and Gardens announces spring season opening on May 3
Explore the lakeside getaway of a Victorian era beer baron with returning favorite events and new experiences for the 2025 season LAKE GENEVA, Wis.— Black Point Estate and Gardens, a Wisconsin Historical Society site, is opening for the spring season
Glendale Mayor Bryan Kennedy: Announces candidacy for Chair of the Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Glendale, WI — Glendale Mayor Bryan Kennedy today announced his candidacy for Chair of the Democratic Party of Wisconsin (DPW), pledging to continue to build the party through grassroots organizing, strategic infrastructure development, and effective communication of Democratic values. Kennedy,
Rewind: Your Week in Review for April 11
On this week’s episode of “Rewind,” WisPolitics.com’s JR Ross and CBS 58’s Emilee Fannon discuss a deal to settle a complaint against Michael Gableman related to his 2020 election review, a Dem bill that would make it illegal to offer payment for signing a petition during an election, a new GOP transmission line and energy bill, President Trump’s tariffs and more.
WisOpinion: ‘The Insiders’ consider how Wisconsin’s Supreme Court results could impact 2026 elections
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, consider the effect of the recent Supreme Court election on Wisconsin elections in 2026. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
Bruce Thompson: Did Schimel get too partisan in election?
The conservative in the race for state superintendent was less strident and did better.
Patrick McIlheran: Wisconsin cities can grow if they let housing markets work, say scholars
Study from AEI calculates more than 21,000 new homes a year from permitting economically feasible urban infill.