WisDems: ICYMI: “Yes” Brad Schimel took campaign cash, then cut plea deal in child pornography case
MADISON, Wis. — In case you missed it, Brad Schimel gave a plea deal to a man caught with thousands of files of child pornography—but only after the man’s lawyer donated thousands of dollars to Schimel’s campaign. In an independent fact check,
Johnson tells ‘UpFront’ he’s pushing for recess appointments of Trump cabinet picks
“If Democrats won’t cooperate, allow these individuals who are going to be confirmed in a timely fashion, President Trump needs to get his team in place, and if that means recess appointments, that’s the route we should take,” U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson said on WISN’s “UpFront,” which is produced in partnership with WisPolitics.
MON AM Update: Johnson tells ‘UpFront’ he’s pushing for recess appointments of Trump cabinet picks
From WisPolitics … — U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson says he’s pushing his GOP colleagues to pursue recess appointments to quickly confirm President Trump’s cabinet nominees. “Democrats are going to keep running out the clock here and denying President Trump the
U.S. Dept. of Justice: Beloit man sentenced to 5 ½ years for fentanyl trafficking
MADISON, WIS. – Timothy M. O’Shea, United States Attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin, announced that Jerry Tate, 52, Beloit, Wisconsin, was sentenced today by Chief U.S. District Judge James D. Peterson to 5 ½ years in federal prison for distributing fentanyl and for possessing 50 grams
FRI REPORT: Spending in top legislative races approached $75M, including record $11.6M in 8th SD
Quotes of the Week Lowering everyday, out-of-pocket costs for Wisconsinites and working families must be a priority for us this session. Making child care and everyday prescriptions more affordable are two easy ways we can help Wisconsinites afford basic needs.-
Dept. of Revenue: Individual income tax season begins January 27
MADISON — The individual income tax filing season begins on Monday, January 27, 2025, and the Wisconsin Department of Revenue (DOR) is ready to help taxpayers with their tax preparation and filing needs. Here’s How You File Wisconsin taxpayers have
Dept. of Workforce Development: Unemployment insurance 2024 tax statements available online
MADISON – The Department of Workforce Development (DWD) is reminding state residents who received Unemployment Insurance (UI) benefits last year that they must report UI benefits as taxable income on their 2024 tax returns, and that their 1099-G income tax
Dept. of Workforce Development: Encourages employers to apply for workforce training grants
MADISON – The Department of Workforce Development (DWD) is now accepting applications for Wisconsin Fast Forward (WFF) grants to help address the state’s demand for skilled workers. Employers of all types and sizes across Wisconsin are eligible to apply for
USDA: Wisconsin milk production
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Gov. Evers: Announces DFI Secretary Cheryll Olson-Collins to retire
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced that Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) Secretary Cheryll Olson-Collins will be retiring, effective Feb. 3, 2025. Before being appointed DFI secretary, Secretary Olson-Collins previously served as DFI deputy secretary and has held several leadership positions at the agency s… Please log in to access subscriber
Rewind: Your Week in Review for Jan. 24
On this week’s episode of “Rewind,” WisPolitics.com’s JR Ross and CBS 58’s Emilee Fannon discuss Gov. Tony Evers’ State of the State address; GOP bills targeting immigration, student achievement standards and other issues; and UW–Madison removing the leader of its Division of Diversity, Equity and Educational Achievement.
U.S. Rep. Fitzgerald: Votes to protect American communities and preserve life during first week of Trump administration
WASHINGTON, DC – This week, Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) voted in favor of two bills that keep our communities safe and preserve life: S. 5, the Laken Riley Act, and H.R. 21, the Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act. Congressman Fitzgerald issued the following statement: “This week,
DCCC: Derrick Van Orden wants to jail doctors for abortion care
Today, Derrick Van Orden and House Republicans are doubling down on their anti-women agenda and voting to jail doctors and nurses who provide reproductive health care. Today’s vote proves that Van Orden and House Republicans – despite attempting to mislead voters –
DCCC: Bryan Steil wants to jail doctors for abortion care
Today, Bryan Steil and House Republicans are doubling down on their anti-women agenda and voting to jail doctors and nurses who provide reproductive health care. Today’s vote proves that Steil and House Republicans – despite attempting to mislead voters – will stop at
Rep. Brill: Responds to the State of the State address
Madison – Last night, Governor Tony Evers delivered his annual State of the State Address in the State Assembly Chamber. Rep. Lindee Brill (R-Sheboygan Falls) attended the speech for the first time as a state legislator. The representative made the