Madison, WI – Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin is partnering with the Wisconsin National Guard, TODAY, to conduct a groundbreaking victims’ rights mapping exercise. The participants will trace the journey of a hypothetical National Guard member crime victim through their experience navigating both the military and civilian criminal justice systems — beginning

MADISON, Wis. – Brad Schimel has failed to keep Wisconsin families safe, and today, Judge Susan Crawford’s campaign for the Wisconsin Supreme Court released a new TV ad, titled ‘Blame,’ highlighting his record of failures. From giving violent criminals light sentences, to letting 6,000 rape kits sit untested for two

MADISON–Legislative Republicans introduced anti-trans legislation this week targeting Wisconsin’s LGBTQIA+ youth. Rep. Robyn Vining (D-Wauwatosa) released the following statement in response: “I want to begin by making clear I stand with the LGBTQIA+ community–you are loved and valued. We have fought for you in previous legislative sessions, and we will fight

(Washington, D.C.) – Today, Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-WI) introduced legislation that will overturn a Biden-era rule that would give broad authority to nearly every IRS employee to levy fines against taxpayers.  This bill is supported by Americans for Tax Reform, the National Taxpayers Union, and the Taxpayers Protection Alliance, and

MADISON… Senator and State Building Commission member André Jacque (R-New Franken) announced that the Commission today approved $100,000 in matching state DNR Property Development grant funds to enhance state outdoor properties for the 1st Senate District.  The $100,000 for the 1st District was part of $500,000 approved statewide, and will match $284,775

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the approval of Stewardship funding for Friends Grants to 28 nonprofit organizations for improvements at DNR properties across the state. The State Building Commission approved the funding, which includes 32 projects for a total of $430,877 in Stewardship Fund

MADISON, Wis. — Today, reporting in the Wisconsin Examiner illustrated how career right-wing politician Brad Schimel is talking out of both sides of his mouth on the campaign trail, telling voters what they want to hear while carrying the torch of the far-right behind his back. But Brad Schimel’s far-right record doesn’t lie. As

Green Bay – State Rep. Amaad Rivera-Wagner (D-Green Bay) hosted a roundtable conversation on immigration and immigrants’ rights, where he was joined by Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul, Green Bay Mayor Eric Genrich, the Green Bay Police, and numerous other community leaders.  “There is considerable fear, confusion, and uncertainty surrounding federal

The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL), on behalf of a Village resident, has issued a letter demanding that the Village of Slinger immediately withdraw the unconstitutional enforcement of its sign ordinances.   The Quotes: WILL Associate Counsel, Nathalie Burmeister, stated, “Government actors, no matter how big, small, or

Supporters of public schools from around the state – including parents, students, superintendents, board members, referendum team leaders, and state leaders – will gather in Madison to close out national Public Schools Week by celebrating the accomplishments of public schools and connecting the dots from local support of referenda efforts

WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined U.S. Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas), a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, in reintroducing the Stop Dangerous Sanctuary Cities Act. The bill would incentivize local law enforcement to cooperate with federal immigration authorities and would pull taxpayer-funded grants from sanctuary cities. Sens. Johnson and… Please log in

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today shared an excerpt from his 2025-27 Biennial Budget Message in his weekly radio address. The governor delivered his 2025-27 Biennial Budget Message on Tues., Feb. 18, 2025, at the Wisconsin State Capitol and introduced the most pro-kid budget in state history. Gov. Evers, during his 2025-27 Biennial

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Governor Tony Evers reaffirmed his commitment to service and education in Wisconsin by proposing a state scholarship in his 2025-2027 Executive Budget to match the AmeriCorps education award. This initiative aims to support the education of those who have made a positive impact on Wisconsin communities through AmeriCorps service. The

WAUKESHA, Wisc. – Today, the Schimel for Justice campaign released a new TV ad titled ‘Redirect,’ exposing Susan Crawford’s continued lies and desperate attempt to hide her record of coddling child predators. Susan Crawford’s concerning past is coming to light, yet she lies to hide her dangerous record. WATCH ‘REDIRECT’ HERE Schimel’s

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07) reintroduced the Future Agriculture Retention and Management Act – or FARM Act for short. This legislation would end taxpayer-funded energy incentives that distort the market by encouraging the development of solar and wind installations on agricultural lands, often taking the farmland out of production.  “Taxpay… Please log

The ACA Navigator program connects people with affordable health care, supported historic enrollment in recent years WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) is calling on U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. to reverse drastic funding cuts to an Affordable Care Act program that helps

(MILWAUKEE) — At the onset of ACT 12’s passage, the District made every effort to work with the City of Milwaukee and with stakeholders to ensure compliance with ACT 12.  As we have shared, Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) stands ready to implement a School Resource Officer (SRO) program as soon as officers