Common Cause Wisconsin: A tumultuous and chaotic political year in Wisconsin ending with hope and optimism for 2026 and beyond, and my departure from Common Cause
Wisconsin Voters Step Up to Demand Better Politics and Governance 2025 will long be remembered as one of the most traumatic, chaotic and disturbing years in American history with the accession yet again to the Presidency of the most unstable,
Wisconsin Farmers Union: Releases new short documentary All of America, Am I at annual convention
WISCONSIN DELLS – Wisconsin Farmers Union (WFU) debuted a new short documentary, All of America, Am I, during the organization’s 95th annual state convention. The film explores how industrial markets and corporate consolidation shape the daily realities of farmers, rural businesses, and
U.S. Rep. Wied: Statement on vote to lower healthcare premiums
WASHINGTON — Rep. Tony Wied (R-WI) released the following statement after yesterday’s passage of the Lower Healthcare Premiums for All Americans Act. “Let’s be very clear: Democrats singlehandedly created the healthcare system they are now railing against. Instead of working with
Our Sun Our Power Wisconsin: ICYMI: Wisconsin ratepayers owe $1 billion on shuttered power plants
An investigative report released this morning by Wisconsin Watch finds that shuttered power plants are on track to cost Wisconsin ratepayers nearly $1 billion by the end of 2026. At the same time, the state is facing unprecedented pressure to generate new
Dept. of Health Services: Confirms first pediatric respiratory illness-associated deaths
Encourages everyone 6 months and older to get vaccinated against respiratory viruses to protect against serious illness and spread of disease The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has confirmed the first pediatric respiratory illness-associated deaths in two children from
Law Forward: ICYMI: Doug Poland highlights fight for fair maps, next steps, as new PlanScore data confirms politically neutral legislative maps
Poland: “The struggle to achieve fair and politically neutral state legislative districts has been a long and arduous one in Wisconsin. Revisiting how we arrived at this landmark achievement can provide strategies and hope as we confront other developing and
UW-Green Bay: Launches dynamic leadership programs and events for 2026
Future-focused topics, engaging speakers designed to empower leaders across the region Green Bay, WI —The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay is launching a powerful lineup of programs in 2026 designed to equip current and future leaders with the tools, confidence and connections to
UW-Parkside, Ordify AI: Forge partnership to cultivate next-generation AI talent and drive business innovation
KENOSHA, Wis. (December 18, 2025) – University of Wisconsin-Parkside (UW-Parkside) and Ordify AI are thrilled to announce a groundbreaking partnership aimed at developing the future leaders in artificial intelligence and empowering local businesses with transformative AI solutions. This collaboration will
Dane County Dept. of Human Services: This holiday season, Dane County encourages community members to consider foster parenting, supporting children in need
As the holiday season approaches, many in the Dane County community are reflecting on gratitude, connection, and the joy of giving. This year, the Dane County Department of Human Services is encouraging residents to consider one of the most meaningful
WisDems: On Tom Tiffany, Derrick Van Orden, and Bryan Steil refusing to continue ACA funding
MADISON, Wis. — After yesterday’s House vote, where Wisconsin Republicans, including Tom Tiffany, Derrick Van Orden, and Bryan Steil, voted to drastically increase their constituents health care costs, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Devin Remiker released the following statement: “These DC
UW-Stevens Point: To offer new sport business program
A new program at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will offer students a gateway into careers that support the growing sports industry, from event promotion and merchandising to management and analysis. Sport business will be offered as a major, minor and
Gov. Evers: Approves new rule aimed at keeping kids in foster care with family and loved ones
Revised rule creates streamlined licensing pathway for relative and like-kin caregivers, keeping more kids with adults who know and love them MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced he has approved a new administrative rule designed to help improve the
International Ship Masters’ Association: Congressman Tiffany headlines prominent speakers for upcoming International Ship Masters’ Association convention in Duluth
(Duluth, MN) — The International Ship Masters’ Association (ISMA) has announced that U.S Representative Tom Tiffany (R-WI), Sara Fuentes, American Maritime Partnership, and J.M. “Mike” McCoshen, Administrator, Great Lakes Seaway Development Corporation (GLS) will headline seven speakers who will address
Lead Safe Schools MKE: Statement on MPS claims of completed lead testing
Milwaukee Public Schools sent an email to families claiming that it has completed all necessary lead safety work and that schools involved in the lead crisis are now “safe places for students and staff”. This statement is not supported by
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Baldwin, Young lead colleagues in calling on Trump to strengthen, revitalize Great Lakes shipbuilding
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Todd Young (R-IN) led a bipartisan group of their colleagues in calling on President Donald Trump to ensure that implementation of his Executive Order “Restoring America’s Shipbuilding Dominance,” strengthens and revitalizes