To combat violent crime, we need to end the liberal catch-and-release policies that are turning violent offenders loose. Hi, I’m State Senator Patrick Testin. As a legislator, I’ve worked with law enforcement – both on bills and on ride-alongs with officers. I’ve spent time with the State Patrol and several

Bad debt for Wisconsin hospitals increased by $8.4 million (1.1%), while charity care services provided decreased by $84.2 million (13.5%) in 2021 according to the Wisconsin Hospital Association’s “Uncompensated Health Care Report, Wisconsin Hospitals Fiscal Year 2021.” The report identifies a slight drop in overall uncompensated care, a measure that

If you think socialism is not “going too far to the left at all,” then how radical is too radical?

Approximately 4.2 million youth and young adults experience homelessness each year, of which 700,000 are unaccompanied minors, meaning they are not part of a family with a parent or guardian. On any given night, an estimated 41,000 unaccompanied youth ages 13-25 are homeless, according to NCSL. Youth on the Move is an annual local

Earlier this week, Republican candidate for Governor Tim Michels made the shocking promise that “Republicans will never lose another election in Wisconsin after I’m elected governor.”  Further down the Republican ticket, GOP AG nominee Eric Toney has been working overtime to distance himself from his past support for Mike Gableman’s waste

On November 2, 2022, Mayor Cavalier Johnson announced the appointment of Miriam Horwitz to the City of Milwaukee Board of Fire and Police Commissioners. This appointment is subject to confirmation by the Milwaukee Common Council. The Fire and Police Commission encourages Milwaukee residents to attend a community meeting on Wednesday,

Tomorrow, November 4, NextGen America and MoveOn Political Action will host special guest Sen. Bernie Sanders for youth voter mobilization rallies in Eau Claire, La Crosse, and Madison. The rallies, held at UW-Eau Claire, UW-La Crosse, and the Orpheum Theater, will feature live music, free swag, and celebrity appearances.  The

November 2nd, 2022 — The Discover Whitewater Series (DWS): Half Marathon, 5K, and W3 Fit Kid Shuffle held its tenth annual race banquet on Wednesday, November 2nd, 2022, at Willow Brook Golf Course. Race sponsors, team leaders, volunteers, and five local charities came together for an evening to celebrate the

Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative, one of the largest dairy co-ops in the country, and Minnesota Milk Producers Association, a state advocacy group, jointly announced today a new agreement to strengthen the two organizations’ work on behalf of their farmers. Effective immediately, Minnesota Milk has chosen Edge to replace the administrative

The Wisconsin LGBT Chamber of Commerce announced today that Epic has joined the organization as its newest gold member. “We are thrilled to welcome Epic to the Wisconsin LGBT Chamber as our newest gold member,” said Jason Rae, President & CEO of the Wisconsin LGBT Chamber of Commerce. “Epic has

Today, Defend Democracy Project released voter guides for seven states: Arizona, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin. These voter guides compare candidates on their records and public statements on whether or not they will accept the results of the 2022 elections. “Next Tuesday’s vote will allow Americans to choose among candidates with different views on their willingness

Today, Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes, Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate, released ‘Think,’ a new ad slamming Ron Johnson for supporting a plan that would raise taxes on the middle class, all while his business and family’s trust paid zero state income taxes for several years. Johnson also used his position

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) announces a free telehealth service to streamline access to COVID-19 treatment. COVID-19 antiviral treatments must be taken within five days of symptoms starting, even if symptoms are mild, making it essential to quickly access a clinician for a prescription. Anyone 18 and older who tests

The Unemployment Insurance Advisory Council (UIAC) is welcoming suggestions to improve Wisconsin’s Unemployment Insurance (UI) program during two public hearings and a public comment period. The Council represents employee and employer interests and submits recommendations for improving unemployment law to the Legislature. The Council will hold two public hearings on

Mark Stoering, president, Xcel Energy-Wisconsin and Michigan, is retiring at the end of the year after more than 33 years of service to the company. He played key roles in laying the foundation for the company’s clean energy strategy, including leading the development of community solar in Wisconsin and the

This week, IRG Action Fund launched a major grassroots advocacy campaign to educate residents in Beloit and Janesville on how Governor Tony Evers’ policies have failed their public schools. Through a series of targeted postcards and digital ads, IRG Action is highlighting the struggles of the public schools in Beloit

Forward Latino, a non-partisan, non-profit service and advocacy organization today announces its “Mi Voto Cuenta” (My Vote Counts) Campaign that will run through the November 8, 2022 elections. A Multi-State Initiative, today’s announcement focuses on the battleground state of Wisconsin. National President Darryl Morin stated “As the Wisconsin’s largest minority

Though fall is still in the air, winter is right around the corner. Those interested in heading onto the Lake Winnebago ice this winter for sturgeon spearing need to purchase their license by Monday, Oct. 31. The season opens Feb. 11, 2023, for Lake Winnebago and the Upriver Lakes of

Maj. Gen. Paul Knapp and senior Wisconsin Air National Guard leaders joined families and friends Oct. 25 in welcoming home nearly 90 Airmen from the 128th Air Control Squadron (ACS) back from a deployment supporting Operation Inherent Resolve and the Combined Defense of the Arabian Peninsula. The deployed Airmen —

The City of Madison Clerk’s Office invites the public to observe its public test of election equipment this weekend. Prior to each election, the Clerk’s Office staff tests its DS200 tabulators to make sure they will accurately count votes on Election Day. After testing each machine for accurate vote tabulation,