MADISON, Wis. — Over the weekend, WisDems’ Chair Devin Remiker spoke with For the Record about Democratic success in the April election and how the record-breaking swings in historically Republican strongholds will lead to success in November’s midterms. Remiker emphasized that Democrats across the state are “all hands on deck” to defeat Tom Tiffany

Washington, D.C. – Senate Republicans in the Judiciary and Homeland Security Committees unveiled a $72 billion reconciliation package that includes nearly $40 billion for ICE and $1 billion for Trump’s ballroom. This reconciliation package comes on the heels of Republicans in Congress gutting more than $1 trillion from Medicaid and

MADISON, Wis. — Fuel prices in Wisconsin continue to rise and diesel prices have reached a new record high this week as a result of GOP candidate for governor Tom Tiffany’s rubber stamp of the illegal war in Iran. In late April, farmers saw a devastating spike in fertilizer costs as a major

MADISON, Wis. — In case you missed it, Wisconsin Public Radio reports that Wisconsin lost approximately 9,500 manufacturing jobs between January 2025 and January 2026, with experts citing the chaotic rollout of Trump’s tariffs made manufacturers reluctant to hire. Congressmen Bryan Steil and Derrick Van Orden have continued to back Trump’s

Menomonie, Wis. – While Wisconsin farmers are out in their tractors preparing their fields, engineering students at University of Wisconsin-Stout have designed a portable manufacturing cell – a semi-automated assembly machine – to produce wooden toy tractors for area children. The cross-disciplinary Taft Wooden Toy Assembly System group is made

GREEN BAY, Wis. –Students graduating from UW-Green Bay’s associate, undergraduate and graduate programs in May will hear from two outstanding speakers. Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry CEO Sachin Shivaram will speak at the 9:30 a.m. commencement ceremony; UW-Green Bay Alumnus and former CEO of Taylor Made Golf and Taco Bell, Mark King

Gov. Tony Evers kicked off May as Mental Health Awareness Month today with his Interagency Council on Mental Health (ICMH) releasing its statewide action plan outlining how state government can continue to better support mental health in Wisconsin in the years ahead to build upon the Evers Administration’s work over the last seven years.

¡Feliz Cinco de Mayo!- Happy May 5th Celebrates Mexican Defeat of French Invaders in 1862— Hulsey man with a plan, only governor candidate who has spoken Spanish for 52 years, traveled Mexico since a child. Madison, WI—Former Representative, carpenter and Democratic governor candidate Brett Hulsey today called on all Wisconsinites to

MILWAUKEE – County Executive David Crowley is joining Visit Milwaukee to celebrate National Travel & Tourism Week (May 3–9) and showcase how tourism is fueling the county’s momentum. Milwaukee County continues to gain national attention on the national stage for its vibrant dining scene, world-class festivals, beloved sports teams, and rich

Editor’s note: A photo of Secretary Randy Romanski. can be found here. MADISON, Wis. – It’s May, which means it is time to fire up the grill, support your local producers and processors, and celebrate May Beef Month. In Wisconsin, we’re known for our hard-working farmers, high quality animals, and an

MILWAUKEE – Congresswoman Gwen Moore announced her endorsement of Judge Pedro Colón to be Wisconsin’s next Supreme Court Justice. “Judge Pedro Colón knows how the law actually works in people’s lives, and he has the record to prove it. What has always set him apart is his deep sense of

MADISON, Wis. – There is a school in Wisconsin that has been around for more than a century, but the general public is likely unaware of its existence.  Pediatric care began at the University of Wisconsin in 1920 when the first children’s hospital opened on campus, and teachers have been part

(MILWAUKEE) — Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) Superintendent Brenda Cassellius today announced a $1.6 billion proposed budget for the 2026-27 school year that prioritizes bringing resources closest to students while addressing the district’s $46 million deficit. The balanced budget will be presented to the Milwaukee Board of School Directors on Thursday, May 7,

The Libertarian Party of Wisconsin (LPWI) has voted to join a lawsuit challenging Wisconsin’s ban on out-of-state petition circulators, arguing the restriction violates constitutional rights and limits ballot access. The lawsuit, being prepared in coordination with the Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty and other plaintiffs, seeks to overturn the

TOWN OF UNION, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is investigating an officer involved death that occurred in the Town of Union in Eau Claire County, Wis. on the morning of Monday, May 4, 2026. At approximately 7:25 a.m. Monday, two Eau Claire

MADISON, Wis. – Federal, state and local officials began joint preliminary damage assessments (JPDAs) last week after severe storms and flooding in April that caused devastation and destruction in communities across the state. This coordinated effort marks a critical step to determine the extent of damage and validate initial damage assessments

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WAUWATOSA — State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly today announced Jonathan Etter as the first of five 2026-27 Teachers of the Year. The announcement was made as part of a schoolwide surprise celebration at Wauwatosa East High School. The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, in partnership with Herb Kohl Philanthropies, selects five Teachers

The 57th Annual Municipal Clerks Week is May 3 – 9, 2026.  Municipal Clerks Week was initiated in 1969 by the International Institute of Municipal Clerks and endorsed by all its members throughout the United States, Canada, and 15 other countries. It is a time of celebration and reflection on the importance

MADISON, WI – This morning, Charly Ray, candidate for the State Senate in the 25th District, held a press conference alongside a former Department of Natural Resources fishery manager and a former Fish and Wildlife Service biologist. They underscored the impact of the Joint Finance Committee’s refusal to release funds already