WisDems: MAGA extremist Congressman Tom Tiffany is a disaster for rural healthcare
MADISON, Wis. — In Congress, MAGA extremist Tom Tiffany voted for the devastating “Big Ugly Bill” that put the rural healthcare centers that farmers rely on at risk, threatening the closures of three rural hospitals in Wisconsin. “MAGA extremist Congressman Tom Tiffany has gutted
Crowley Campaign: ICYMI: David Crowley stands up to Big Tech to protect Wisconsin families and communities
MILWAUKEE, Wis. — Democratic gubernatorial nominee David Crowley is standing up for working families—against big tech billionaires—and that’s why working men and women across Wisconsin are supporting his vision for Wisconsin.
Gov. Evers, WisDOT: Announce support for 49 projects to improve bicycle and pedestrian facilities, trail projects, and support safer routes to school across the state
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), today announced over $32 million in federal funding for 49 local transportation improvement projects in communities across the state to help local governments build or expand safe, nonmotorized transportation options such as bicycle and pedestrian facilities, trail projects, and Safe Routes to School Program projects.
U.S. Rep. Van Orden: Headlines Grant County Fair, celebrates rural Wisconsin
LANCASTER, WI — Congressman Derrick Van Orden headlined the Grant County Fair Thursday evening, joining hundreds of residents for a night celebrating rural Wisconsin.
Sen. Testin: Democrats lose in court after smear campaign
MADISON, Wis. – Senate President Pro-Tempore, Senator Patrick Testin released the following statement after Jeff Smith and his allies at the Senate Democrat Campaign Committee (SSDC) failed miserably, in Dane County Court following their witch hunt and defamation campaign against local official, and upstanding Wisconsin citizen – Michele Magadance Skinner.
Wisconsin Muslim Civic Alliance: Statement on Mayor Dave Ament’s social media activity
The Wisconsin Muslim Civic Alliance (WMCA) calls for the resignation of New Berlin Mayor Dave Ament amidst reports of anti-Muslim content he allegedly shared publicly on Facebook. Over recent weeks, Mayor Ament has shared multiple posts disparaging Islam and Muslims, including content suggesting that Muslims elected to public office are “traitors” and content questioning whether Muslim Americans can be loyal citizens.
Skinner campaign: Michele Magadance Skinner statement: Democrats false narrative shut down in Dane County court
Altoona, Wis. – Michele Magadance Skinner issued the following statement after today’s ruling by Dane County Judge in the case brought against her by Jeff Smith’s democratic allies:
Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce: Presents Representative Paul Melotik with Working for Wisconsin Legislative Award
MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) – the combined state chamber of commerce and manufacturers’ association – presented Representative Paul Melotik with the organization’s prestigious Working for Wisconsin Award. Rep. Melotik was honored for his support of initiatives to better Wisconsin’s economic climate during the 2025-2026 legislative session.
Department of Health Services: Confirms E.coli, Salmonella cases linked to alfalfa sprouts
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has confirmed 17 cases of Shiga toxin-producing E.coli (STEC) and Salmonella in Wisconsinites related to eating alfalfa sprouts from Everything Sprouts sold under the Calco and Everything Sprouts brands. One person has been hospitalized.
Waukesha County Public Works: Emergency box culvert repairs, CTH E in the town of Merton, between CTH Q & CTH VV
(WAUKESHA, WI) – County Trunk Highway E (CTH E) continues to be closed to through traffic between CTH Q and CTH VV following the failure of a concrete box culvert, approximately one-half mile north of CTH VV. Emergency repair construction is
Law Forward: Law Forward and Election Law Clinic at Harvard Law School ask Wisconsin Supreme Court to send congressional anti-competitive gerrymandering case back to circuit court for trial
MADISON, Wis. — Law Forward and the Election Law Clinic at Harvard Law School today filed a reply brief with the Wisconsin Supreme Court in Wisconsin Business Leaders for Democracy v. Wisconsin Elections Commission (WBLD v. WEC), urging the Court to reverse
Milwaukee County Exec. Crowley: Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley announces nearly $3 million in federal funding for bicycle and pedestrian improvements and Oak Leaf Trail Bridge replacements
MILWAUKEE – On Friday, August 21, 2026, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley announced that the County has been awarded nearly $3 million in federal funds to support a safer, more efficient transportation network for drivers, bicyclists, and pedestrians, directly supporting Milwaukee
Rewind: Your Week in Review for August 21
On this week’s episode of “Rewind,” WisPolitics.com’s JR Ross and Wisconsin Public Radio Capitol Reporter Anya van Wagtendonk discuss data centers as an issue in the governor’s race, the Universities of Wisconsin’s request for more state aid to fund a tuition freeze and other initiatives, a federal investigation into whether Milwaukee Public Schools considers race in disciplinary decisions and more.
Dept. of Natural Resources: Incidental take notice for Marquette County
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue an authorization for the incidental taking of a rare lizard, which may result from the Interstate 39 Rest Area Wastewater System Upgrade project in Marquette County. Incidental take refers
Wisconsin Technical College System: Yes, Wisconsin loves its technical colleges. And for good reason.
MADISON – A recent report complains that Wisconsin loves technical colleges, and puzzles over why the state insists on paying for local, hands-on technical education. The answer is simple: the Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) keeps this state running. The state’s largest, most