Evers says Trump order to keep coal plants open is costing ratepayers $117 million
A Trump administration push to keep aging Midwestern coal-fired power plants open is set to cost Wisconsin ratepayers some $117 million, Gov. Tony Evers wrote in a letter protesting the directive.
Cooke vows to stand up to special interests in first TV ad
Dem Rebecca Cooke in her first TV ad in the race for Wisconsin’s 3rd CD says she’ll be the working-class representative that will stand up to “special interests.”
Alfonso touts Trump endorsement in new TV ad
Visit Site Republican Michael Alfonso released a new TV ad touting President Donald Trump offering his “complete and total endorsement” of the 7th CD candidate. Alfonso’s campaign said the ad, which features Trump sitting at his desk in the Oval
Wisconsin GOP posts highest fundraising total through federal account since ’24 general election, lags Dem Party
The state GOP reported its strongest fundraising through its federal account since the 2024 general election but still lagged the state Dem Party by more than half a million dollars.
Pro-Brennan group launches first digital ad
The group backing Joel Brennan’s bid for governor released its first digital ad, saying the former DOA secretary is running “to take Wisconsin to the next level.”
AFT Local 212 COPE endorses Mandela Barnes for governor
On Friday, July 17th, American Federation of Teachers Local 212, through its Committee on PoliticalEducation (COPE), endorsed former Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes for Governor of Wisconsin.The union represents full- and part-time faculty, academic professional staff, and MPBSengineers & production specialists
American Federation of Teachers Local 212: AFT Local 212 COPE endorses Mandela Barnes for Governor
On Friday, July 17th, American Federation of Teachers Local 212, through its Committee on Political Education (COPE), endorsed former Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes for Governor of Wisconsin. The union represents full- and part-time faculty, academic professional staff, and MPBS engineers
Talking Trade with Brett Ewer, Michael Best Strategies
The latest episode of “Talking Trade” features a discussion on upcoming tariff developments with Brett Ewer, a principal with Michael Best Strategies.
Milwaukee County Exec. Crowley: Disaster Recovery Center opening in Milwaukee County
MILWAUKEE – A Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) will open tomorrow in Milwaukee County to assist individuals who have uninsured losses or emergency needs related to the April 13 – 23, 2026, storms and flooding. At the Milwaukee County DRC, impacted residents
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Baldwin, colleagues demand investigation, accountability from Trump Admin following two more ICE shootings
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and her colleagues are demanding investigations and accountability for the two fatal shootings by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers in recent days in Maine and Texas. The Senators call on Department
Rep. Dallman: Representative Dallman receives Friend of Towns Award
Representative Alex Dallman was recently awarded the 2025-26 Friend of the Towns Award by the Wisconsin Towns Association in recognition of his efforts supporting town government. “Representative Dallman has shown a deep understanding of the challenges facing towns and his
The Independence Party: Independence Party endorses Pete Karas for Wisconsin Secretary of State
MUSKEGO, Wis. — The Independence Party has endorsed Pete Karas for Wisconsin Secretary of State, the fourth party to back his campaign this cycle. He already holds endorsements from the Wisconsin Green Party, the Transhumanist Party, and the Pirate Party.
Dept. of Transportation: Public input requested for I-94 and I-39 bridges project in Dane County
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is seeking public input on improvements to four bridges along I-94 and I-39 in Madison, Dane County. Construction is currently scheduled for 2027. A presentation and materials detailing the I-94 and I-39 bridges project
Crowley campaign: Tom Tiffany and Republicans are trying to pick their own opponent, and Democrats should refuse to let them
MILWAUKEE – Two days after reentering the race for governor, David Crowley called out Tom Tiffany and the Republican Governors Association for a $2.2 million scheme to interfere in Wisconsin’s Democratic primary, and said the effort is part of why
Urban Triage: Urban Triage gala raises $50,000 and honors community leaders
MADISON, Wis. (July 20, 2026) – Urban Triage welcomed 125 community leaders, supporters and changemakers to The Golden Hour: Reclaiming Our Crown on Sunday, celebrating Black excellence and recognizing two individuals whose work has strengthened Madison’s Black community through storytelling, advocacy and representation.