MADISON, Wis. — The following statement was issued today by Maria Chavez, senior energy analyst for the Union of Concerned Scientists, regarding the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin’s (PSC) statement on the need for stronger statewide energy planning: “Wisconsin families shouldn’t be stuck paying billions of dollars for dirty, expensive

MADISON, Wis. — New reporting shows the war-of-choice in Iran is costing Wisconsin families $2000 per household thanks to MAGA Congressman Tom Tiffany’s five votes to continue the war. Higher fuel prices have cost families $1,100 alone, with 2026 now setting a record for the most expensive year for gas

(Fond du Lac, WI) – Today, Congressman Glenn Grothman released his first campaign ad of the 2026 cycle, “Back Pay”. The ad focuses on Frank and his son Greg. Frank, a Vietnam veteran with dementia, lost his military benefits last year. His caretaker, Greg, was stuck in the federal bureaucracy

The News: With election season underway, the Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) is reminding Wisconsinites that state law protects your right to display signs supporting your chosen candidate. WILL recently helped vindicate that right for a Wisconsin man whose condo association told him he was not permitted to

MADISON, WI (Oct. 15, 2026) –  The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index declined 0.8 points in September to 97.9, one-tenth of a point below the 52-year average of 98.0. The Uncertainty Index rose 1 point to 90, remaining well above the historical average of 68. Labor quality or availability remained

Nearly two-thirds of districts will receive less aid due to flatstate funding, antiquated funding formula MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction today published state general school aids that school districts will receive during the current school year. By law, the DPI is required to release certified aid figures

For more information, contact:Chelsea CrossCFCmedia@cityforwardcollective.org Statewide survey also finds overwhelming support for school choice and accountability: 76% want greater access to public school options, and 85% want the same standards for all publicly funded schools MILWAUKEE, WI — A new statewide poll commissioned by City Forward Collective and CFC Action

Contact: Jon Aleckson · 608-577-8909· AlecksonforAssembly@gmail.com Assembly District 50 candidate joins Green County Child Care Network members to hear directly from the people caring for local kids MONROE, Wis. — “Critically, we need to create a State Commission on Child Care in 2027”, said Jon Aleckson, Republican candidate for the

MADISON, WI — A new Heartland Post piece is calling for scrutiny of Community Advocates, the Milwaukee nonprofit employing David Crowley’s wife, after reviewing financial records showing six-figure leadership salaries and substantial public funding. The piece cites 2024 filings listing more than $502,000 in executive compensation. It also highlights Milwaukee

Contact: Matt Roznowski, matt@assemblydemocrats.com  MADISON, Wis. – Months of reporting has revealed that endangered Republican incumbent Shannon Zimmerman missed a quarter of votes in the most recent legislative session. Previous research proves one absence is linked to a vacation in the Bahamas where Zimmerman is photographed, when he should have

Contact: randyaudell@gmail.com MADISON, WI: This week, Representative Randy Udell (D-47th District) released the following statement regarding his endorsement for County Executive David Crowley to be Wisconsin’s next governor: “David Crowley is a proven executive leader. As County Executive, his housing policies gave Milwaukee County the most successful rate in the

Contact: press@baldwin.senate.gov, 202-224-6225 A new Luxemburg Swing Bridge will strengthen freight rail infrastructure, reduce service disruptions, and support Wisconsin businesses WISCONSIN – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced she helped secure $34 million in federal funding for the Fox Valley and Lake Superior Rail System (FOXY) to repair and

Contact: press@baldwin.senate.gov, 202-224-6225 Funding for program at Madison College to provide childcare for student parents was cut as the admin is preventing over $600 million from reaching schools and students this year WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Ranking Member of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health

MEDIA CONTACTLucy Ripp, Communications Directorlucy@abwt.org · (608) 285-2777 MADISON, Wis. — One of Wisconsin’s most radical anti-abortion groups has officially endorsed Congressman Tom Tiffany in his run to be Wisconsin’s next governor, according to a list of Fall 2026 endorsed candidates recently posted to Wisconsin Right to Life’s website. Wisconsin