WisDems gave Crawford $1 million; big GOP donors Uihlein, Michels max out to Schimel in court race
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 series of donations from high-profile GOP donors such as Illinois businessman Dick Uihlein and former guv candidate Tim Michels, each of whom gave the maximum $20,000.
Rep. Prado: Attends press conference regarding proposed ICE facility in Milwaukee Aldermanic District 9
Milwaukee, Wis. – Today, Representative Priscilla A. Prado (D-Milwaukee) joined Alderwoman Larresa Taylor in a press conference to address community concerns surrounding the recent proposal from Homeland Security to relocate the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility currently located on Knapp
Acuity: Surpasses $3B in annual revenue, sets growth records in 2024
Acuity announced that in 2024 the company surpassed $3 billion in annual revenue for the first time in its 99-year history. The insurer’s growth rate of nearly 20% generated more than a half billion-dollar increase in topline revenue, an all-time
Forward Latino: Statement on Milwaukee immigration facility
Franklin, WI – Darryl Morin, National President of Forward Latino, a national non-profit, non- partisan service and advocacy organization headquartered in Franklin, Wisconsin issued the following statement following reports of a proposed immigration detention facility being built in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Wisconsin Muslim Civic Alliance: Welcomes ceasefire agreement and calls for sustained efforts toward peace
The Wisconsin Muslim Civic Alliance (WMCA) strongly supports the recent ceasefire agreement and views it as a critical first step toward alleviating the suffering of civilians and fostering a pathway to long-term peace in the region. The ceasefire outlines vital
Farmers for Sustainable Food: Unveils results from the inaugural year of Climate-Smart Program
GREEN BAY, Wis. — Farmers in the Upper Midwest are utilizing actionable data to make informed decisions about the conservation practices implemented on their farms. Results from the inaugural year of the Farmers for Sustainable Food Climate-Smart Program were unveiled
Medical College of Wisconsin: Statement on the newly created Wisconsin Office of Violence Prevention
Milwaukee, Wis. – January 15, 2025 – On Tuesday, Governor Tony Evers signed an executive order to establish the statewide Wisconsin Office of Violence Prevention. In response, Reggie Moore, Director of Community Safety Policy and Engagement in the Medical College of Wisconsin’s Comprehensive
Wikler campaign: Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson endorses Ben Wikler for DNC Chair ahead of Detroit DNC forum
Sec. Benson: “I know he has what it takes to have the tough conversations needed to unite our big tent party, fight to protect our democracy and protect our civil rights, and win by establishing a permanent organizing campaign in
WED PM Update: Dane County officials vow to stand up for non-citizens
From WisPolitics … — Dane County leaders vowed to advocate for and protect residents regardless of their immigration status today as President elect-Donald Trump prepares to take office Monday. Trump has proposed mass deportations as a way to crack down
Sen. Tomczyk: Governor Evers raids federal COVID money…again
Madison… This morning, Governor Evers signed an executive order creating the Office of Violence Prevention using federal monies meant for COVID-19 response. Senator Cory Tomczyk (R-Mosinee) released the following statement regarding Governor Evers announcement: “Yesterday, we saw the Governor play
Gov. Evers: Appoints Gregory Jerabek to the Wood County Circuit Court
MADISON – Gov. Tony Evers announced today his appointment of Gregory Jerabek to the Wood County Circuit Court – Branch 1. The appointment will fill the vacancy created by Judge Gregory J. Potter’s retirement. Jerabek will complete a term ending
Weekly GOP radio address: Voter ID: A common-sense idea
Hello, State Senator Van Wanggaard here, proudly representing Wisconsin’s 21st District. Last week the State Senate passed a proposed constitutional amendment requiring a valid photo ID to vote. Earlier this week, the Assembly approved the same measure. This means that
Rep. Roe: Supports the creation of the Office of Violence Prevention
MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, Rep. Ann Roe (D-Janesville) attended Governor Tony Evers’ press conference regarding the creation of the Office of Violence Prevention. The Office of Violence Prevention will invest in programs and communities to prevent gun violence across the
Rep. Roe: Voted against voter ID amendment for April ballot
Madison, WI – Yesterday, the Wisconsin State Assembly held its first session of 2025 on a bill that would place voter ID requirements into the Wisconsin Constitution. Wisconsin already has a state statute requiring photo identification when voting. The bill
Rep. Palmeri: Defends voting rights, votes for protecting Wisconsin’s Constitution
MADISON, Wis. – Rep. Lori Palmeri (D-Oshkosh) issued a statement following the Wisconsin State Assembly vote on Assembly Joint Resolution 1, a proposal to duplicate the state’s existing voter ID law in the state constitution. The proposal, which passed the