Karas campaign: Launches “Badger Grift and Spend” Award; first target: Electric bill sales tax elimination
Muskego, WI — Wisconsin Secretary of State candidate Pete Karas today announced the launch of a new accountability initiative — the “Badger Grift and Spend” Award — highlighting government decisions that shift public costs while protecting entrenched political or corporate
End Citizens United: Endorses Chris Taylor for Wisconsin Supreme Court
End Citizens United (ECU), a leading national anti-corruption organization, today endorsed Judge Chris Taylor for election to the Wisconsin Supreme Court. “Judge Chris Taylor has shown a lifelong commitment to fairness and integrity,” said End Citizens United President Tiffany Muller. “Throughout her
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Leads call for watchdog investigation of Trump’s efforts to dismantle education department
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Ranking Member of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education (LHHS), announced she led her colleagues in calling on the nonpartisan Government Accountability Office (GAO) to open an
Rep. Green: Internet safety campaign bill passes Assembly
Madison, WI – Representative Chanz Green (R-Grand View) issued the following statement after his bill, Assembly Bill 966, which requires the Department of Justice to conduct a children’s online digital safety awareness campaign about the potential dangers of the internet, passed the Assembly
Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin, Wood County District Attorney’s Office, Wisconsin Rapids Family Center: To raise awareness of crime victims’ rights
WISCONSIN RAPIDS, Wis. – Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin is partnering with the Wood County District Attorney’s Office and Wisconsin Rapids Family Center to raise awareness about the rights and resources available to crime victims through a powerful silhouette display at
Wisconsin Farm Bureau: State Assembly passes key agriculture bills as session concludes
MADISON -The Wisconsin State Assembly wrapped up its work for the legislative session late on Friday, passing numerous bills impacting Wisconsin farmers and rural communities. Wisconsin Farm Bureau worked with legislators and the Wisconsin Ag Coalition to move these measures
Dept. of Natural Resources: Now accepting artwork for the 2027 Turkey, Pheasant and Waterfowl Stamp contests
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is now accepting artwork entries for the Wild Turkey, Pheasant and Waterfowl Stamp Design Contests. The winning designs will appear on the 2027 collection of stamps. Each year, local artists from
Institute for Reforming Government: Releases “Wisconsin Administrative Reform Toolbox” as playbook for states seeking to replicate Wisconsin’s model
Delafield, Wis. – The Institute for Reforming Government (IRG) released its “Wisconsin Administrative Reform Toolbox” on Monday, a practical handbook designed to help other states replicate Wisconsin’s reform framework. WHY IT MATTERS: In the 2010s, Wisconsin led one of the
UW-Stout: Supporting entrepreneurs: Edgewood Bakeshop benefits from UW-Stout business students’ cost accounting project
Menomonie, Wis. – Nothing draws a hungry crowd quite like the aroma of freshly baked bread, the flaky deliciousness of croissants, the mouthwatering perfection of pastries. At Edgewood Bakeshop, owner Bekah Stamps welcomes daily crowds, as patrons form a line
WUWM: Welcomes Maureen McCollum as vice president of content
Milwaukee – WUWM announced today that Maureen McCollum has joined the staff as the station’s new vice president of content. McCollum will oversee the station’s evolution from a legacy public radio station into a dynamic, multi-platform public media organization. As
Vos tells ‘UpFront’ ‘some work to do’ on tax relief package
Assembly Speaker Robin Vos said there’s “some work to do” between Republicans and Gov. Tony Evers on a tax relief package using some of the state’s projected $2.5 billion surplus.
Dept. of Instruction: State Supt. Dr. Jill Underly kicks off Public Schools Week in Wisconsin
MADISON — Wisconsin proudly celebrates Public Schools Week, Feb. 23-27, 2026, recognizing the critical role public schools play in strengthening communities, supporting families, and preparing the next generation of leaders. Public Schools Week is an opportunity to honor the dedicated educators, administrators,
Wisconsin Technology Council: Julie Fussner, CEO of Culver Franchising System; Don Fussner, CEO of Johnsonville, will speak at Cap Times Power Hour
Julie Fussner, CEO of Culver Franchising System and Don Fussner, CEO of Johnsonville will be the first “power couple” speakers at the next Cap Times Power Hour on Wednesday, April 8 at The Edgewater Hotel. Julie Fussner is the first woman to
Milwaukee County Executive Crowley: Announces federal funding for new buses, park improvements
MILWAUKEE – Today, County Executive David Crowley announced that Milwaukee County has been awarded $1.25 million in federal funding to support new bus purchases and upgrades to the Kosciuszko Community Center. Following strong advocacy at the federal level by County Executive Crowley, the funds were secured by
Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee: Rebecca Cooke added to DCCC’s coveted ‘Red to Blue’ program
Rebecca Cooke will flip WI-03 blue and help take back the House majority Today, the DCCC announced that Rebecca Cooke has been added to the first round of the committee’s highly competitive ‘Red to Blue’ program, signaling that the DCCC