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From WisPolitics … — The state Dem Party transferred $1 million to liberal Supreme Court candidate Susan Crawford over the last six months, accounting for 44% of what she raised over the period. Meanwhile, conservative candidate Brad Schimel listed a
In this week’s DC Wrap: Former U.S. Rep. Sean Duffy says he wants to get Boeing back on track at a Senate hearing on his appointment as transportation secretary.
Challenger Jeff Wright outraised state Superintendent Jill Underly more than 2-to-1 during the most recent reporting period even though he didn’t start raising money until nearly two months after the incumbent began her efforts.
Gov. Tony Evers finished 2024 with $2.1 million in the bank — well short of the $3.9 million he reported for cash on hand at the same point four years ago before successfully seeking reelection in 2022.
The state Dem Party transferred $1 million to liberal Supreme Court candidate Susan Crawford over the last six months, accounting for 44% of what she raised over the period. Meanwhile, conservative candidate Brad Schimel listed a series of donations from high-profile GOP donors such as Illinois businessman Dick Uihlein and former guv candidate Tim Michels, each of whom gave the maximum $20,000.
Milwaukee, Wis. – Today, Representative Priscilla A. Prado (D-Milwaukee) joined Alderwoman Larresa Taylor in a press conference to address community concerns surrounding the recent proposal from Homeland Security to relocate the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility currently located on Knapp
Acuity announced that in 2024 the company surpassed $3 billion in annual revenue for the first time in its 99-year history. The insurer’s growth rate of nearly 20% generated more than a half billion-dollar increase in topline revenue, an all-time
Franklin, WI – Darryl Morin, National President of Forward Latino, a national non-profit, non- partisan service and advocacy organization headquartered in Franklin, Wisconsin issued the following statement following reports of a proposed immigration detention facility being built in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
The Wisconsin Muslim Civic Alliance (WMCA) strongly supports the recent ceasefire agreement and views it as a critical first step toward alleviating the suffering of civilians and fostering a pathway to long-term peace in the region. The ceasefire outlines vital
GREEN BAY, Wis. — Farmers in the Upper Midwest are utilizing actionable data to make informed decisions about the conservation practices implemented on their farms. Results from the inaugural year of the Farmers for Sustainable Food Climate-Smart Program were unveiled
Milwaukee, Wis. – January 15, 2025 – On Tuesday, Governor Tony Evers signed an executive order to establish the statewide Wisconsin Office of Violence Prevention. In response, Reggie Moore, Director of Community Safety Policy and Engagement in the Medical College of Wisconsin’s Comprehensive
Sec. Benson: “I know he has what it takes to have the tough conversations needed to unite our big tent party, fight to protect our democracy and protect our civil rights, and win by establishing a permanent organizing campaign in
From WisPolitics … — Dane County leaders vowed to advocate for and protect residents regardless of their immigration status today as President elect-Donald Trump prepares to take office Monday. Trump has proposed mass deportations as a way to crack down
Madison… This morning, Governor Evers signed an executive order creating the Office of Violence Prevention using federal monies meant for COVID-19 response. Senator Cory Tomczyk (R-Mosinee) released the following statement regarding Governor Evers announcement: “Yesterday, we saw the Governor play
MADISON – Gov. Tony Evers announced today his appointment of Gregory Jerabek to the Wood County Circuit Court – Branch 1. The appointment will fill the vacancy created by Judge Gregory J. Potter’s retirement. Jerabek will complete a term ending
Hello, State Senator Van Wanggaard here, proudly representing Wisconsin’s 21st District. Last week the State Senate passed a proposed constitutional amendment requiring a valid photo ID to vote. Earlier this week, the Assembly approved the same measure. This means that
MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, Rep. Ann Roe (D-Janesville) attended Governor Tony Evers’ press conference regarding the creation of the Office of Violence Prevention. The Office of Violence Prevention will invest in programs and communities to prevent gun violence across the
From WisPolitics … — The state Dem Party transferred $1 million to liberal Supreme Court candidate Susan Crawford over the last six months, accounting for 44% of what she raised over the period. Meanwhile, conservative candidate Brad Schimel listed a series of donations from high-profile GOP donors such as Illinois
In this week’s DC Wrap: Former U.S. Rep. Sean Duffy says he wants to get Boeing back on track at a Senate hearing on his appointment as transportation secretary.
Challenger Jeff Wright outraised state Superintendent Jill Underly more than 2-to-1 during the most recent reporting period even though he didn’t start raising money until nearly two months after the incumbent began her efforts.
Gov. Tony Evers finished 2024 with $2.1 million in the bank — well short of the $3.9 million he reported for cash on hand at the same point four years ago before successfully seeking reelection in 2022.
The state Dem Party transferred $1 million to liberal Supreme Court candidate Susan Crawford over the last six months, accounting for 44% of what she raised over the period. Meanwhile, conservative candidate Brad Schimel listed a series of donations from high-profile GOP donors such as Illinois businessman Dick Uihlein and former guv candidate Tim Michels, each of whom gave the maximum $20,000.
Milwaukee, Wis. – Today, Representative Priscilla A. Prado (D-Milwaukee) joined Alderwoman Larresa Taylor in a press conference to address community concerns surrounding the recent proposal from Homeland Security to relocate the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility currently located on Knapp Street to a larger facility on 11925 West Lake Park
Acuity announced that in 2024 the company surpassed $3 billion in annual revenue for the first time in its 99-year history. The insurer’s growth rate of nearly 20% generated more than a half billion-dollar increase in topline revenue, an all-time record. Acuity’s 2024 revenue increase was paired with the highest
Franklin, WI – Darryl Morin, National President of Forward Latino, a national non-profit, non- partisan service and advocacy organization headquartered in Franklin, Wisconsin issued the following statement following reports of a proposed immigration detention facility being built in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. National President Darryl Morin issued the following statement: “As we
The Wisconsin Muslim Civic Alliance (WMCA) strongly supports the recent ceasefire agreement and views it as a critical first step toward alleviating the suffering of civilians and fostering a pathway to long-term peace in the region. The ceasefire outlines vital commitments, including: The release of captives and prisoners, bringing relief
GREEN BAY, Wis. — Farmers in the Upper Midwest are utilizing actionable data to make informed decisions about the conservation practices implemented on their farms. Results from the inaugural year of the Farmers for Sustainable Food Climate-Smart Program were unveiled today at the Dairy Business Association’s 2025 Dairy Strong conference,
Milwaukee, Wis. – January 15, 2025 – On Tuesday, Governor Tony Evers signed an executive order to establish the statewide Wisconsin Office of Violence Prevention. In response, Reggie Moore, Director of Community Safety Policy and Engagement in the Medical College of Wisconsin’s Comprehensive Injury Center, issued this statement: “The Comprehensive Injury Center at
Sec. Benson: “I know he has what it takes to have the tough conversations needed to unite our big tent party, fight to protect our democracy and protect our civil rights, and win by establishing a permanent organizing campaign in 57 states and territories. Others may promise to do that,
From WisPolitics … — Dane County leaders vowed to advocate for and protect residents regardless of their immigration status today as President elect-Donald Trump prepares to take office Monday. Trump has proposed mass deportations as a way to crack down on illegal immigration into the United States. District Attorney Ismael
Madison… This morning, Governor Evers signed an executive order creating the Office of Violence Prevention using federal monies meant for COVID-19 response. Senator Cory Tomczyk (R-Mosinee) released the following statement regarding Governor Evers announcement: “Yesterday, we saw the Governor play politics once again. In these tragic times, the Governor uses
MADISON – Gov. Tony Evers announced today his appointment of Gregory Jerabek to the Wood County Circuit Court – Branch 1. The appointment will fill the vacancy created by Judge Gregory J. Potter’s retirement. Jerabek will complete a term ending July 31, 2025. “Greg Jerabek’s legal experience and extensive involvement
Hello, State Senator Van Wanggaard here, proudly representing Wisconsin’s 21st District. Last week the State Senate passed a proposed constitutional amendment requiring a valid photo ID to vote. Earlier this week, the Assembly approved the same measure. This means that on your April 1st ballot, you will have the opportunity
MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, Rep. Ann Roe (D-Janesville) attended Governor Tony Evers’ press conference regarding the creation of the Office of Violence Prevention. The Office of Violence Prevention will invest in programs and communities to prevent gun violence across the state. At the press conference, Dakota, the Vice President of