Rep. Snodgrass: Introduces the ‘Lowering Costs, Improving Lives’ package to help Wisconsin’s working families
MADISON, Wis – Today, Legislative Democrats introduced the “Lowering Costs, Improving Lives” package to help working families across our state. The three-bill package would reduce the tax burden for low-income renters and homeowners by expanding the Homestead Tax Credit, cut the costs
Wisconsin youth face mental health challenges linked to drugs and alcohol, social media and other factors
Panelists weighed in on these challenges during a Jan. 15 WisPolitics + WisBusiness Health Care Report virtual luncheon, which follows the recent release of the latest annual report from the state Office of Children’s Mental Health. The office highlights concerns around anxiety, depression, self-harm and suicidal thoughts among kids in Wisconsin — all of which are on the rise.
Rep. Subeck: Introduces Less for Rx bill to help Wisconsinites afford prescription drugs
MADISON – Today, Democratic Representatives and Senators unveiled their first major package of bills that would help working families in Wisconsin afford everyday necessities like food, housing, and prescription drugs. Included in the Lowering Costs, Improving Lives package are three
DLCC: Ahead of majority-deciding State Supreme Court race, Wisconsin GOP approves manipulative voter ID ballot measure
WASHINGTON — Republicans in the Wisconsin Assembly passed a ballot proposal this week that would lock voter ID requirements into the state constitution if approved by voters in April. Republicans are rushing to place this amendment, which is already mandated by
Dept. of Natural Resources: Seeking public comment for environmental review of Dousman Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the city of Dousman is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program to improve its public drinking water system. The project includes replacing watermains on
Wisconsin Legislature: Legislators take bold step to support nuclear power in Wisconsin
Madison, WI — State Representative David Steffen (R-Howard) and State Senator Julian Bradley (R-New Berlin) are taking key steps to promote nuclear power in Wisconsin. The two legislators, who chair their respective chambers’ energy-related committees, have introduced a resolution declaring
Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative: Heidi Fischer elected president
GREEN BAY, Wis. — Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative, one of the largest dairy cooperatives in the country based on milk volume, elected a new president during the group’s annual business meeting at the 2025 Dairy Strong conference. Heidi Fischer of
Northeast Wisconsin Manufacturing Alliance: 2025 All Stars Magazine released
The Northeast Wisconsin (NEW) Manufacturing Alliance is pleased to announce the release of the 2025 All Stars Magazine. This marks the 17th year of the annual careers magazine featuring local manufacturing employees nominated by Alliance member companies. There are also two
Dairy Business Association: Greg Siegenthaler elected president
GREEN BAY, Wis. — The Dairy Business Association, Wisconsin’s leading advocacy group, elected a new president during the group’s annual business meeting at DBA’s Dairy Strong conference on Wednesday. Greg Siegenthaler, vice president milk marketing, sustainability and sourcing for Grande
MacIver Impact: Announces new hires to strengthen government relations and grassroots engagement
MADISON– MacIver Impact, the sister organization of Wisconsin’s leading free-market think tank The MacIver Institute, is pleased to announce the addition of two new members to its growing team. Former State Representative Jon Plumer joins the MacIver team as Director of Government
Farmers for Sustainable Food: Three directors elected to board
GREEN BAY, Wis. — Farmers for Sustainable Food elected three directors to its board during the group’s annual meeting at the 2025 Dairy Strong conference yesterday afternoon. The three board members, including one farmer-led group director and two general member
THU AM Update: WisDems gave Crawford $1 million; big GOP donors Uihlein, Michels max out to Schimel in court race
From WisPolitics … — The state Dem Party transferred $1 million to liberal Supreme Court candidate Susan Crawford over the last six months, accounting for 44% of what she raised over the period. Meanwhile, conservative candidate Brad Schimel listed a
Wright outraises Underly, Kinser in DPI race
Challenger Jeff Wright outraised state Superintendent Jill Underly more than 2-to-1 during the most recent reporting period even though he didn’t start raising money until nearly two months after the incumbent began her efforts.
Evers finishes ’24 with $2.1M in campaign account
Gov. Tony Evers finished 2024 with $2.1 million in the bank — well short of the $3.9 million he reported for cash on hand at the same point four years ago before successfully seeking reelection in 2022.
DC Wrap: Duffy says Boeing needs “tough love” during Senate confirmation hearing
In this week’s DC Wrap: Former U.S. Rep. Sean Duffy says he wants to get Boeing back on track at a Senate hearing on his appointment as transportation secretary.