The News: A Wisconsin-based taxpayer association, represented by the Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL), filed a new lawsuit challenging the Wisconsin Supplier Diversity Program, a procurement program that spends over $250 million each year purchasing supplies and services based on race. White, Middle Eastern, and most Asian small-business owners are ineligible for this program simply because of their race.   Administered through the Wisconsin

MADISON, Wis. (July 9, 2026) — The Yahara Watershed Improvement Network (Yahara WINS) has released its 2025 annual report, marking the program’s ninth full year of phosphorus reduction progress across the Yahara River watershed. Through the efforts of project partners and area farmers, the program prevented 68,303 pounds of phosphorus runoff in 2025 — exceeding its watershed-wide target for the year by

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has certified the 2026 Wisconsin Cherry Board election results. Daniel Keilar of Sturgeon Bay began a new three-year term as an elected member of the Wisconsin Cherry Board on July 1, 2026. About the Wisconsin Cherry BoardThe

MILWAUKEE — Milwaukee County Supervisor Sky Z. Capriolo is inviting residents of all ages and skill levels to take part in the Jackson Park Farmers Market Pickleball Series, a new community initiative bringing recreation, wellness, and neighborhood engagement together at the newly constructed pickleball courts in Jackson Park.  The Pickleball Series features beginner

WEST BEND, Wis. — The Washington County Board of Supervisors last night unanimously approved Anti-Crime Plan C, a comprehensive public safety initiative that invests in law enforcement, courtroom security, emergency communications, and narcotics prosecution to keep Washington County one of the safest places to live, work, and raise a family. The

APPLETON, WI (July 8, 2026) – Candidate, Mark Scheffler for Wisconsin’s 8th Congressional District, today announced a new comprehensive immigration framework, titled “Restoring Order, Fairness, and Opportunity.” The proposal outlines a balanced, seven-step approach to fix America’s broken immigration system by moving past the polarizing extremes of open borders and mass deportation.

MADISON, Wis. — Republican Congressman and gubernatorial candidate Tom Tiffany is once again refusing to protect his constituents’ right to vote. In a moment of true bipartisanship, Wisconsin Republicans and Democrats united this week against a Trump Administration proposal that baselessly attacks mail-in voting and would make it harder for rural Wisconsinites

WAUSAU, WI – Congressman Tom Tiffany, candidate for governor, today announced the launch of a new seven-figure statewide advertising campaign across television, streaming, and digital platforms. The new ad, titled “Breakfast with the Tiffanys,” serves up Tom Tiffany’s common-sense plan to require healthcare price transparency so patients know the cost of

MADISON – Wisconsin Conservation Voters released its 2025-26 Conservation Scorecard, tracking how state legislators voted on key environmental, public health, and voting rights bills during the recent legislative session. The scorecard highlights how fair legislative maps, which increased constituent accountability, has shifted the balance of legislative power. This shift helped

Outagamie County Executive Thomas Nelson issued the following statement on the untimely passing of Waukesha County Executive Paul Farrow: “I am devastated by the news of the passing of Waukesha County Executive Paul Farrow. He was a public servant of the highest caliber who served his community and state with

Door County, WI – The Land Trust is launching a $25,000 matching challenge to double the amount of donations made as part of a $750,000 private fundraising campaign for a newly proposed 338-acre nature preserve. This project would protect an important watershed and wildlife habitat in Southern Door and safeguard land

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), today announced more than $2.3 million in annual payments through the Lift Bridge Aids (LBA) program will go to five Wisconsin cities to help maintain 10 lift bridges across the state, helping local communities maintain and operate eligible lift bridges to support and bolster Wisconsin’s maritime industry. This announcement comes as the governor continues his annual “Pothole Patrol” tour,

Wisconsin Right to Life is deeply saddened by the passing of Waukesha County Executive Paul Farrow.  Throughout his years of public service, Paul was known as a principled leader who approached his work with conviction, humility, and a sincere commitment to serving the people of Wisconsin. He understood the importance

MADISON, Wis. (July 8, 2026) — Ducks Unlimited (DU) and Groundswell Conservancy have partnered to permanently protect nearly 2,000 acres along the Lower Sugar River in Rock County, Wisconsin. This marks one of the most significant land conservation efforts in southern Wisconsin in recent years. The acquisition of the former

MADISON, Wis. — Van Orden has had quite the head-spinning week as evidenced by his 128 tweets. From ANTIFA conspiracies to bad AI, you can find all the highlights (or lowlights) of Van Orden’s online presence this past week below. DVO’S DADDY OF THE WEEK: HimselfNew polling out this week paints a rough

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) is joining a coalition in filing an amicus brief supporting the United Farm Workers’ (UFW) motion for summary judgment seeking to permanently enjoin the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) from applying its 2025 interim final rule (IFR) that implements a significant reduction to

MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, reporting from the Associated Press on new ACA enrollment numbers revealed that since the passage of the Big Ugly Bill and the GOP’s refusal to continue ACA funding, roughly 45,000 Wisconsinites have lost coverage under the ACA. Every member of the Wisconsin congressional delegation—including Bryan Steil, Derrick Van Orden, and

MILWAUKEE — Milwaukee County Supervisor Steve F. Taylor issued the following statement regarding the passing of Waukesha County Executive Paul Farrow, who died Tuesday after a battle with cancer.  “Paul Farrow was a fearless leader whose dedication to public service made a lasting impact on Waukesha County and the State of Wisconsin.

MADISON, WI – The Wisconsin State Journal published a new letter to the editor written by CFFE Wisconsin State Director Amy Loudenbeck. The letter criticizes socialist Francesca Hong’s record in the state assembly. Below you will find excerpts from the letter, which can be viewed in its entirety here. Wisconsin State Assembly: Francesca

JEFFERSON, Wis. – Jefferson County Administrator Michael Luckey issued the following statement after news was shared about the death of Waukesha County Executive Paul Farrow: “As a representative of Jefferson County, I wish to express my heartfelt condolences on the passing of Waukesha County Executive Paul Farrow. Paul was a