MILWAUKEE – A recently released independent report on Milwaukee County’s groundbreaking Right to Counsel program—Eviction Free MKE—found that it successfully prevented evictions and involuntary moves, and secured rent assistance for residents.  “I’m grateful both to the many stakeholders who advocated for the Right to Counsel when it was passed and for the many individuals doing the work

WASHINGTON, D.C. — As Republicans escalate their attacks on reproductive rights both in the legislature and in the courts, today, nearly two dozen Democratic Lieutenant Governors are announcing a Reproductive Freedom Coalition to protect reproductive rights. Spearheaded by Connecticut Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz, this coalition will “likely involve crafting model executive orders and

Recent coverage of conservative Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate Dan Kelly highlights some of his most extreme views, including a history of opposing LGBTQ+ rights and long-standing ties to anti-LGBTQ+ organizations. Reports have also shown his hypocrisy on the First Amendment — he’s all in favor of laws that give preference to one religion over another

MILWAUKEE, Wis. –Judge Janet Protasiewicz’s campaign for Wisconsin Supreme Court announced today that she has earned the endorsements of the National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare PAC (NCPSSM-PAC), the Wisconsin Alliance for Retired Americans, and Social Security Works. “On April 4th, saving democracy is on the ballot. Democracy is

Madison, Wis. – The Wisconsin Center recently announced the launch of their first annual Gala Giveaway. This giveaway will gift an area non-profit/charitable organization a complimentary gala in the Wisconsin Center’s new expanded convention center’s rooftop ballroom set to open in the spring of 2024. The Wisconsin Center is operated by

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), today announced a $232,360 Transportation Economic Assistance (TEA) grant to the village of Milltown, which will help RockShield Rubber Company expand into a new industrial park in Polk County. “This is an exciting project in Northwestern Wisconsin that

MILWAUKEE, Wis. – In case you missed it, Judge Ellen Brostrom endorsed Judge Janet Protasiewicz in an op-ed for USA Today Network – Wisconsin. Judge Ellen Brostrom is the daughter of retiring Supreme Court justice, Pat Roggensack – a conservative justice whose seat will be filled in the April 4th election.

WAUKESHA—Today, a caucus of 22 lieutenant governors representing more than 165 million people, announced the formation of a Reproductive Freedom Coalition. The multi-state coalition will work together to protect and expand reproductive freedom and access to health care in the wake of unprecedented attacks following the decision to overturn Roe v.

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) explains the steps needed to obtain an ID to show at the polls if the voter does not already have some form of ID, such as a Wisconsin driver license or ID. There is no separate “voter ID” and a

MADISON, WI – In recognition of the 40th Anniversary of the Wisconsin Women’s Council and Women’s History Month, a celebratory reception was held on Thursday, March 23rd at the Wisconsin Executive Residence. Governor Tony Evers, First Lady Kathy Evers, and Lt. Governor Sara Rodriguez were joined by current and former Council members,

Washington D.C. – ICYMI, Rep. Gwen Moore, hosted a Special Order Hour on the House Floor for Women’s History Month to honor women members of Congress throughout history who have broken barriers and paved the way for current women in Congress. In celebration of Women’s History Month, the Democratic Women’s Caucus

Week after week, House Republicans and Derrick Van Orden show voters just how extreme they are through their legislative priorities and dangerous actions. Last week, Van Orden voted to bring dangerous culture wars into childrens’ classrooms across America. Rather than work on legislation that parents actually support, like investing in public education

MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul is proud to announce the spring 2023 class of 20 new special agents joining the Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI). The agents started with the department during the month of March and have already begun their specialized training

MILWAUKEE – On Saturday, April 8, 2023, Supervisor Peter Burgelis, in partnership with Milwaukee County Parks, the Harley Davidson Foundation (HDF), and the Milwaukee Parks Foundation are hosting a public forum to discuss the future of Highland Park.  The Harley-Davidson Foundation is proposing to transform a central element of the Juneau Avenue Campus into a community park and

Milwaukee – Justice Daniel Kelly’s campaign announced more judicial endorsements on Monday, including Chief Justice of the Wisconsin Supreme Court, Annette Ziegler, adding to the growing coalition of jurists supporting his campaign. Supreme Court Justice Rebecca Bradley previously endorsed Kelly.  Jurists across Wisconsin know that Justice Daniel Kelly is the

Madison, Wis. – The eight first-term Democratic Representatives, collectively the “Assembly Dems Class of 2023”, have joined together to promote increased transparency in the Wisconsin State Legislature. Currently, the Wisconsin State Legislature has exempted itself from the same open record retention requirements that exist for the rest of state and

Experts from UW–Madison are available to discuss the upcoming Wisconsin State Supreme Court election on April 4. The election is widely considered one of the most consequential State Supreme Court elections in decades.  Barry Burden: Barry Burden, director of the Elections Research Center, is available for interviews about Wisconsin State Supreme

MLWAUKEE — The Milwaukee VA and the Milwaukee Vet Center are hosting a wreath-laying ceremony followed by a “Welcome Home” ceremony to honor area Vietnam Veterans March 29 in honor of National Vietnam War Veterans Day. The wreath-laying event will take place at Wood National Cemetery, 5000 W. National Ave., Milwaukee, near

MILWAUKEE – Milwaukee County Sheriff Denita Ball will be the guest speaker at a Newsmaker luncheon set for Wednesday, April 5, hosted by the Milwaukee Press Cluband WisPolitics.com. Ball, who was elected in November to a full term, is the first female sheriff in Milwaukee County and the first African American female

Madison, WI – Today, NextGen PAC endorsed four ballot referendums and also announced their opposition to a statewide Welfare Advisory Question in Wisconsin. The four ballot referendums are regarding pro-choice abortion rights in Milwaukee, La Crosse, Eau Claire, and Dane Counties. NextGen PAC also endorsed a ‘no’ vote on the statewide