MADISON, Wis. — More than 25 current and former local elected officials and community leaders from across Wisconsin today endorsed State Rep. Francesca Hong (D-Madison) for governor, adding new momentum to the broad, statewide coalition powering her campaign. The new endorsers represent 13 counties and communities across the state, including

MAPLE BLUFF, WI — Jon Aleckson’s campaign for State Assembly 50 (Southwestern Dane County and Green County, WI) held a well-attended fundraising event this week at Maple Bluff Country Club, drawing more than 50 supporters for an evening featuring U.S. Senator Ron Johnson, who joined remotely, and Wisconsin State Senator

Contact: Jennifer Semrau, DNR Waste Reduction and Diversion CoordinatorJennifer.Semrau@wisconsin.gov or 608-381-0960 MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Recycling Excellence Awards. The nomination period is open until Sept. 14. The Recycling Excellence Award showcases and celebrates outstanding recycling efforts, innovation and performance by

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Ranking Member on the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee for Labor, Health, and Human Services, and Education, blasted the Trump Administration for abruptly canceling $94 million in funding for 150 grants supporting health research and programs to train the next generations of scientists. As a result

Contact: Lisa Dixon  ldixon@electionconfidence.org Following the non-partisan Center for Election Confidence’s (CEC) efforts to draw attention to the matter and offer its assistance, the Wisconsin Election Commission (WEC) voted unanimously to open an investigation into Green Bay’s mishandling of absentee ballots for the April and August elections, and the City placed

Madison, WI – Office and Professional Employees International Union (OPEIU) Local 39 announces that the union has endorsed Francesca Hong in the Wisconsin gubernatorial election. On Wednesday, July 22, 2026, OPEIU Local 39 held a special membership meeting to vote on the union’s position for the upcoming elections. All members of

MILWAUKEE— Following the tragic events in Madison with an individual losing their life at the hands of local police officers, the Democratic Party of Wisconsin Black Caucus has released the following statement: “It has become far too normalized for us all to watch live on our phones as human life is

(Milwaukee, Wisconsin, July 23rd) — Following a meeting of our leadership and after consulting with people across Wisconsin, Voces de la Frontera Action is proud to endorse Francesca Hong for Governor of Wisconsin in the Democratic primary. This endorsement reflects the priorities and aspirations of the people we represent and

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) joined a coalition in filing a petition challenging a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule that would weaken regulations designed to phase down the use of hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) in commercial equipment. HFCs are chemicals used for refrigeration and cooling that are up to

MILWAUKEE — Dr. Deanna Arble, associate professor of biological sciences in the Klingler College of Arts and Sciences at Marquette University, has been awarded a Fulbright Scholar Award to assess how light can induce sustained changes in cellular metabolism. The Fulbright Scholar Award allows faculty members to conduct research and teaching

WI Gov. Candidate Brett Hulsey Calls for Grieving, Peace, Information to Get Truth and Justice in Wake of Man’s Death in Officer-Involved Shooting Madison, WI—Former State Representative, affordable housing provider, carpenter and Democratic write-in governor candidate Brett Hulsey made this statement on the officer-involved shooting and death yesterday of Corey

MADISON, Wis. — New reporting from WPR reveals that even Republicans find Congressman Tom Tiffany’s extremism off putting. Former Republican State Senator Dale Schultz saying of him, “I remember a guy who was pretty mean, pretty heartless, and to my way of thinking, entirely too close to a mining industry, which needed very

MADISON WI- Following yesterday’s fatal police shooting in Madison, the members of the Wisconsin Legislative Black Caucus released the following statement.  “Yesterday, Madison police officers shot and killed Corey Ruiz in the street, which was broadcast online for the entire world to witness. Through videos captured from various angles and

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Derrick Van Orden (WI-03), Congressmen Bryan Steil (WI-01), Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05), Glenn Grothman (WI-06), Tom Tiffany (WI-07), and Tony Wied (WI-08), applauded the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services’(CMS) proposed rule 91 FR 46562, ensuring Wisconsin receives fairness in the Medicaid reimbursement formula and delivering historic Medicaid funding to

MADISON, WI. — Last month, the Federal Communications Commission advanced a proposal to limit or terminate E-Rate, the $2-billion federal program that helps cover internet and technology costs for libraries and schools. Representative Randy Udell (D-47th District) released the following statement: “For nearly thirty years, E-Rate held bipartisan support as it

Joint letter highlights mail delays in the spring election that caused hundreds to have their votes not counted and USPS’s illegal effort to choke off access to mail-in voting  MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers and U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin (D-Wisconsin) are sounding the alarm on multiple issues at the United States Postal Service (USPS) that will restrict Wisconsinites’ ability

Washington, DC – Today, Congressmen Bryan Steil (WI-01), Derrick Van Orden (WI-03), Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05), Glenn Grothman (WI-06), Tom Tiffany (WI-07), and Tony Wied (WI-08), applauded the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services’(CMS) proposed rule 91 FR 46562, ensuring Wisconsin receives fairness in the Medicaid reimbursement formula and delivering historic Medicaid funding

“Senator Pfaff has been a strong and steady supporter of towns, always willing to listen and engage on the issues that matter most,” said Steve Dickinsen, Wisconsin Towns Association District 2 Director.  “His advocacy and accessibility have made him a valued partner for town officials.” Throughout his time in the

New polling from Marquette Law School shows 30% of GOP primary voters are still undecided, despite Congressman Tom Tiffany spending $7.4 million ahead of the August 11th primary.  It’s no wonder Wisconsinites aren’t convinced. Congressman Tom Tiffany has spent his time in Washington voting to continue the reckless war in Iran that has sent gas