Governor urges Transportation Secretary Duffy to support Wisconsin infrastructure, address delays and threats to funding for projects across Wisconsin MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers released a letter sent to former Wisconsin Congressman and now U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) Secretary Sean Duffy urging immediate action to prevent uncertainty and potential delays for

MADISON – In tonight’s forum, State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly made clear why she is the only candidate qualified to lead Wisconsin’s public schools, while Lobbyist Brittany Kinser struggled to defend her misleading attacks and refusal to stand up for Wisconsin students. Lobbyist Brittany Kinser once again falsely claimed that

Wisconsin AFL-CIO President Stephanie Bloomingdale released the following statement in response to tonight’s forum between Dr. Jill Underly and education consultant Brittany Kinser: “The Wisconsin AFL-CIO is proud to endorse Dr. Jill Underly for Superintendent of Public Instruction in Wisconsin. Her opponent, Brittany Kinser is supported by the same wealthy

MADISON, Wis. — Today, Judge Susan Crawford’s campaign for the Wisconsin Supreme Court launched “What’s At Stake,” a new ad highlighting how Brad Schimel doesn’t trust women to make their own healthcare decisions—and if Brad Schimel wins, women’s right to make their own health care decisions is gone. As a former

(Oshkosh, Wisconsin) — On March 18, members of the United Auto Workers Local 291 union went on strike for a fair and just union contract at Cummins in Oshkosh. The UAW represents approximately 90 workers at the off highway axles and T-Cases manufacturer.  “The Wisconsin labor movement proudly stands in solidarity with our

MADISON, Wisc. – On Wednesday, Amy Loudenbeck, Campaign Manager for Brittany Kinser’s campaign for DPI Superintendent, released the following statement strongly condemning a new attack ad that attempts to defame Kinser with an outrageous narrative filled with grossly misconstrued and fabricated claims.  “In a race that should be focused on a

Hi, I’m Representative Bob Donovan and I represent the 61st Assembly District. The 61st Assembly District encompasses portions of the City of Greenfield, Milwaukee, and Franklin: in addition to all of the Village of Hales Corners and Greendale. I want to take a little bit of your time today to

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EAU CLAIRE, Wis. – Congressman Derrick Van Orden is once again refusing to meet his constituents at an in-person town hall tomorrow, scheduling a registration-only Zoom meeting at the same time and asking constituents to submit their questions ahead of time. While Van Orden appears at his tightly-controlled virtual event, hundreds

MADISON, Wis. — From the familiar comforts of conservative talk radio yesterday, far-right politician Brad Schimel took a page out of election-denier Eric Hovde’s playbook and spread debunked election conspiracy theories about nonexistent voter fraud in Milwaukee. Schimel’s comments drew immediate rebuke from a bipartisan group dedicated to dispelling election disinfo… Please log in to access

MADISON — Gov. Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), today announced over $6.3 million in funding to 58 agencies across the state through the Specialized Transit Program to improve local transportation services for seniors and individuals with disabilities. The joint federal and state pro… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please contact schmies@wispolitics.com for subscription options

MADISON, WI – Yesterday, the Wisconsin State Assembly heard AB 24, relating to: county sheriff assistance with certain federal immigration functions. Rep. Palmeri released the following statement: “Assembly Bill 24 is not only redundant legislation, but it also eliminates local control. County sheriff departments already have the ability to opt-in

MADISON – The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development today released U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates of employment and unemployment statistics for metropolitan areas, major cities, and counties in Wisconsin for January 2025. In brief, the nonseasonally adjusted data for Wisconsin shows: Metropolitan Statistical Areas: Preliminary January 2025 unemployment rates increased

Work to reconstruct US 51 between Spring Road and 5th Street in Stoughton, Dane County, is scheduled to begin on Monday, March 24. Other improvements include reconstructing the existing 2-lane urban section of US 51 to include a travel lane and bicycle lane in each direction, reconstructing sidewalk, curb ramps and

MADISON –  State Senator Mark Spreitzer and State Representative Ann Roe are recognizing March as Endosalpingiosis Awareness Month. This session, Sen. Spreitzer and Rep. Roe introduced 2025 Senate Joint Resolution 12/Assembly Joint Resolution 13 to designate March as Endosalpingiosis Awareness Month, which passed the Wisconsin State Senate yesterday with unanimous

WASHINGTON – On Monday, Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations Chairman Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) and Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) sent a letter to Attorney General Pamela Bondi and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Kash Patel requesting their offices take immediate action to remove all redactions from interview transcripts relating to the Departmen…

Janesville, WI – Congressman Bryan Steil announced he would be holding a telephone town hall on Monday, March 24th, at 5:00pm CT. This will be Congressman Steil’s third telephone town hall of the year.  He has also hosted four in-person town halls this year.    “One of my top priorities as a Member of Congress is to be

MADISON, Wis. — During last week’s debate, far-right candidate Brad Schimel doubled down on his extreme record opposing reproductive freedom.  Brad Schimel has worked hard to dismantle reproductive freedom in Wisconsin—and we know he won’t change his stripes now. Brad Schimel confirmed he thinks Wisconsin’s archaic 1849 abortion ban is “valid” and

MADISON – Senator Eric Wimberger (R-Oconto), a member of the Legislature’s budget committee, announced today that the Committee’s public hearings for the 2025-26 State Budget will include a stop in Northeast Wisconsin, visiting Kaukauna High School on Wednesday, April 2. “As a member of the Legislature’s budget committee, I’m proud

MADISON — In celebration of Music, Art, Dance, and Theatre in Our Schools Month, the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction is proud to announce the launch of high-quality music, lesson plans, and materials developed by Wisconsin artists and educators. These free resources are designed to inspire creativity and engage students across