Steil on ‘UpFront’ says Trump administration in ‘very difficult position’ as it weighs laying off up to 10,000 federal workers
“It’s frustrating that we’re in this position to begin with,” the Janesville Republican told WISN 12’s “UpFront,” produced in partnership with WisPolitics-State Affairs. “Of course, there’s well over a million federal employees outside of the military. I think there’s opportunities for efficiencies to be created inside our federal government workforce. That said, the best way to do this is through a thoughtful, structured process while the government is open.”
Martin announces lieutenant governor bid
GOP businessman and Milwaukee radio host Will Martin officially announced he will run for lieutenant governor.
Milwaukee Anti-war Committee: No more bombs. No more lies. Hands off Gaza!
Milwaukee, WI – The Milwaukee Anti-war Committee will hold a rally, “No More Bombs. No More Lies. Hands Off Gaza!”, on Monday October 20th at 5:30PM at Cathedral Square Park, 520 E Wells St. The demonstration will bring community members
Milwaukee Fights Back Against Trump Coalition: Condemns Young Republican National Convention from being hosted by Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI – October 17, 2025—The Young Republican National Federation has chosen Milwaukee as its target by announcing it as the location for their 2027 Young Republican National Convention (YRNC). As of now, no elected officials from Milwaukee have made
DNC War Room: In the states: As GOTV kicks into full gear, Democrats are on offense
This week, the DNC launched a new ad campaign targeting vulnerable House Republicans in Iowa, Wisconsin, Michigan, Missouri, Ohio, and Kentucky for supporting Donald Trump’s chaotic trade war that’s created a crisis for U.S. soybean farmers. The ad features John
U.S. Sen. Johnson: Introduces the Shutdown Fairness Act
WASHINGTON – Yesterday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) introduced the Shutdown Fairness Act to ensure that hardworking Americans are paid during government shutdowns. This legislation would appropriate funds for pay and allowances of excepted federal employees for periods of work performed during a lapse
Sen. Roys: We must stop campus closures
MADISON — State Sen. Kelda Roys issued the following statement on the announcement that the Universities of Wisconsin are closing their Baraboo campus. “In the Wisconsin I grew up in, we believed you could achieve financial security and a good
Sen. Keyeski: Responds to announcement of plans to close UW-Platteville Baraboo Sauk County in May 2026
Baraboo, WI – Senator Sarah Keyeski (D-Lodi) released the following statement in response to the announcement by University of Wisconsin-Platteville Chancellor Tammy Evetovich that the two-year Baraboo campus will close its doors on May 22, 2026: “My office received the unfortunate
Rep. DeSanto: Statement on the May 2026 closing of the University of Wisconsin Platteville – Baraboo Campus
BARABOO, Wis – Representative Karen DeSanto (D-Baraboo) released the following statement on the University of Wisconsin-Platteville Chancellor Tammy K. Evetovich’s announcement of the future closure of the University of Wisconsin Platteville-Baraboo Campus. “I was deeply disappointed and saddened to learn of
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: ICYMI: Baldwin, Wisconsinites call on Republicans to prevent health care costs from skyrocketing
WASHINGTON, D.C. – As the government shutdown entered its third week and the Senate remains in session, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) convened virtually with Wisconsinites across the state to show what’s at stake as Republicans refuse to come to the table
Dept. of Instruction: State superintendent demands correction of misleading report on educator misconduct investigations
MADISON — State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly today sent a letter to The Capital Times demanding a public correction of recent reporting on the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction’s handling of educator misconduct investigations. The letter outlines how the reporting misrepresents the DPI’s
UW Office of Business and Entrepreneurship: Free small business clinic November 7 in Waukesha
(MADISON, WI) –The Office of Business & Entrepreneurship (OBE) along with the Wisconsin Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at UW-Milwaukee will host a Small Business Clinic – free to all participants – on Friday, November 7, 2025, at Waukesha County
Wisconsin Technology Council: Kauten to join ‘Investor Hall of Fame’ Nov. 5 at Wisconsin Early Stage Symposium in Madison
MADISON, Wis. – Ralph Kauten, who left his mark on Wisconsin’s biotechnology economy as an investor and an entrepreneur, will be honored Nov. 5 during the invite-only annual “Investor Hall of Fame” dinner at the Wisconsin Early Stage Symposium. Kauten was an
Rep. Tenorio: Historic First: Wisconsin legislature officially recognizes Filipino American History Month
MADISON, WI — For the first time in Wisconsin history, both the State Assembly and State Senate passed a joint resolution proclaiming Filipino American History Month. Before Representative Tenorio’s (D-West Allis) leadership, such a resolution had never been introduced for
WisDems: As Republicans tank the economy with tariff taxes, government shutdown grows uncertainty on Wisconsinites
MADISON, Wis. — In a time when Wisconsinites are already dealing with climbing costs and economic uncertainty due to the GOP’s tariff taxes, the Republican-led government shutdown is adding another layer of stress — and Wisconsinites across the state are speaking