Wisconsin Association of Independent Colleges and Universities: Wisconsin’s private colleges drive a $5.4 billion economy
Innovation, Student Aid Legislation Would Strengthen our State’s Higher Education Economic Engine Madison, WI — Wisconsin’s private, nonprofit colleges and universities play a vital role in powering the state’s economy, workforce, and communities. “The scale and efficiency of our sector’s
Sen. Keyeski, Sen. Pfaff: Introduce “Stop the Stadium Squeeze” bill to lower food and beverage costs at sporting events, concerts
MADISON, WI – Today, State Senators Sarah Keyeski (D-Lodi) and Brad Pfaff (D-Onalaska) introduced Stop the Stadium Squeeze legislation to prevent exorbitant concession pricing. The proposal would prevent publicly supported stadiums from selling food or beverages at prices exceeding the seller’s cost plus
Xiong campaign: Over 50 elected, former elected, and community leaders publicly endorse Yee Leng Xiong for State Treasurer
Wausau, WI – A diverse coalition of over 50 elected officials, former elected leaders, and community leaders from across Wisconsin today announced their public endorsement of Yee Leng Xiong for State Treasurer. This announcement underscores the growing momentum behind Yee’s
Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty: Warns school districts and alerts parents after Supreme Court affirms parents’ rights in schools
The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) has provided new legal guidance to school districts and parents following the Supreme Court’s recent order in Mirabelli v. Bonta, which addressed parental rights in the context of school policies concerning student
Rep. Vining: Introduces bill to create BadgerCare Public Option
MADISON – Today Wisconsin Democratic lawmakers introduced new health legislation to create a BadgerCare Public option amidst rising healthcare costs. LRB-6040 requires the Department of Health Services to request federal approval to allow any Wisconsin citizen, regardless of income, to
DNC War Room: One week since Trump touted his economy at SOTU, gas prices skyrocket
The average price for a gallon of gasoline soared 11 cents overnight to about $3.11 nationwide, one of the largest single-day jumps since 2005.One week after Donald Trump’s rambling State of the Union address, he has again proved that he doesn’t care
Berman campaign: Defend the Vote endorses Mitchell Berman for Congress
RAYMOND, Wis. – Today, Defend The Vote endorsed emergency room nurse Mitchell Berman for Wisconsin’s 1st Congressional District, recognizing his commitment to cracking down on corruption in Washington to make life more affordable for Americans. “Mitchell Berman is ready to
Rep. Ortiz-Velez: Passage of AB807-SB800-Corporation Council for the County Board
Madison, WI- Rep. Ortiz-Velez, wants to thank the following people for the Passage of AB807-SB800- Corporation Council for the County Board. Rep. Nate Gustafson and Milwaukee County Supervisor Patti Logsdon and all the Co-authors and Sponsors. AB807, is so important to
Rep. Johnson: Introduces BadgerCare Public Option
MADISON, WI — Today, State Representative Tara Johnson (D – Town of Shelby) introduced a BadgerCare Public Option bill alongside her Democrat colleagues. Representative Johnson shared the following statement: “I am proud to be with all of these amazing folks and
Rep. Stubbs: Applauds signing of Executive Order #285
MADISON, WI – Today, Governor Tony Evers signed Executive Order #285, calling the State Legislature into a special session at noon on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 for the purposes of amending the constitution to ban partisan gerrymandering in Wisconsin. Representative
Dept. of Financial Institutions: Wisconsin’s state-chartered credit unions report sound year-end 2025 financial performance
MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin’s state-chartered credit unions reported sound financial performance through year-end 2025, according to data released today by the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI). As of December 31, 2025, there were 98 state-chartered credit unions, two federal credit
Sen. Hesselbein: Statement on proposed constitutional amendment to prohibit partisan gerrymandering
I have served in the legislature under gerrymandered maps created by Republicans and have seen firsthand the damage they do to democracy and to good public policy. The fair maps we passed two years ago have made a difference in
Dave Cieslewicz: The waste of the Line 5 fight
It’s pretty much over now. After seven years of legal battles, the Enbridge pipeline, known as Line 5, is finally under construction. It’s a tragedy, but not for the reasons those who fought it think it is. In fact, it’s an environmental tragedy created by environmentalists.
City of Madison: Meet 2026 Women in Construction Week profile: Shelley Johnson
“It’s supposed to be hard. If it wasn’t hard, everyone would do it. The hard… is what makes it great.” While Coach Jimmy Dugan in the movie “A Leage of Their Own,” had a point, Parks Division Leadworker Shelley Johnson