Gov. Evers, WEDC Announce Milwaukee Tool to Invest $42 Million, Create 300 High-Skill Jobs in Wisconsin
State supporting expansion with up to $4.5 million in performance-based tax credits MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC), today announced that Milwaukee Tool is further expanding its footprint in Wisconsin with a $42 million investment in its newest facility
Paul Fanlund: Here are six Cap Times Idea Fest sessions you can see for free
There are six excellent Idea Fest sessions, three produced by event sponsors, that can be viewed for free.
David Blaska: Hey, Democrats! What’s the big idea?
he Capital Times Idea Fest kicks off next Monday. This weeklong program is not a robust contest of ideas like Bill Buckley once hosted on his televised Firing Line. More like a Members Only, progressive treehouse.
Clean Wisconsin: Line 5 hearing expert testimony begins
Madison, Wis.— In front of a packed hearing room, expert testimony began today the legal battle against Enbridge’s Line 5 oil pipeline. The case centers around permits issued last November by the Department of Natural Resources that would allow Canadian
Rep. Vos, Sen. Felzkowski: Statement on bipartisan vote for pay raises
Madison, WI – Today, the Joint Committee on Employment Relations, jointly chaired by Assembly Speaker Robin Vos (R- Rochester) and Senate President Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk), voted to approve pay increases for state employees. These increases were part of the bipartisan state
UW-Green Bay: Provides bold leadership pathways for nonprofit and women leaders
New certificate programs empower changemakers to lead with purpose, resilience and vision Green Bay, Wis. — The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay is expanding its leadership development with the launch of three dynamic new certificate programs designed to elevate nonprofit executives and
DC Wrap: Steil declines to weigh in on possibility of National Guard troops in Milwaukee
In this week’s DC Wrap: U.S. Rep. Bryan Steil, R-Janesville, declines to say if he backs sending the National Guard to Milwaukee, and Gov. Tony Evers urges Wisconsin Congress members to oppose proposed cuts in the federal budget.
Zamarripa campaign: Milwaukee Alderperson JoCasta Zamarripa Launches Campaign for Wisconsin Secretary of State
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Gov. Evers: Seeks applicants for Walworth County Circuit Court
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for the Walworth County Circuit Court – Branch 4. The appointment will fill a vacancy being created by Judge David M. Reddy’s retirement, effective Jan. 2, 2026. The
Sen. Jacque: Bill to protect healthcare for disabled workers passes committee
Jacque Bill eliminates penalties for those looking to work MADISON, WI… Bipartisan legislation authored by State Senator André Jacque (New Franken) unanimously passed the Assembly Committee on Health, Aging and Long-Term Care today on a vote of 12 to 0.
Office of the Commissioner of Insurance: Administrative actions August 2025
Madison, Wis. — The Office of the Commissioner of Insurance (OCI) is responsible for administering and enforcing the insurance laws of Wisconsin. This includes monitoring the financial and marketing practices of individuals and companies. Each month, OCI publishes the administrative actions
Capitol Chats: Rep. Brent Jacobson says Supreme Court flip to liberal control prompted Assembly bid
In this week’s Capitol Chats episode, Rep. Brent Jacobson, R-Mosinee, shares what motivated him to run for office and his key priorities in the Legislature.
Wisconsin State Senate Democratic Committee: Jeff Smith, Jamie Wall, and Senate Democrats stand up for Wisconsin veterans
MADISON, WI – This morning, State Senators Dianne Hesselbein (SD-27), Jeff Smith (SD-31), and Jamie Wall (SD-30) held a press conference calling out Republican lawmakers for failing Wisconsin veterans, for allowing two Veterans Housing and Recovery Program facilities to close their
Rep. Moses: On “woke” DHS clearinghouse rule
Madison…Representative Clint Moses (R-Menomonie) held a hearing as chair of the Assembly Committee on Health, Aging, and Long-Term Care after receiving notice of a prosed rule change regarding to prenatal and child care coordination services under the medical assistance (MA)
Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty: “Superhero” special education teacher challenges Madison’s race-laden scoring system
The News: WILL has filed a complaint with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC”) on behalf of Kally Bishop, a highly skilled special education teacher at Thoreau Elementary, a part of the Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD). Kally was