Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty: Wisconsin school district threatens mother of disabled student following social media post, police go to her home

The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) is defending a Wisconsin mother after the School District of Pittsville, Wisconsin threatened her with a potential defamation lawsuit and police visited her home, based on her social media post. The letter from the lawyer representing the school district is an attempt to intimidate

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WisDems: BREAKING: Van Orden endorses health care plan that does not have protections for Wisconsinites with preexisting conditions

MADISON, Wis. — This morning, Derrick Van Orden announced he supports Trump’s health care plan, which does not include protections for individuals with preexisting conditions. Derrick Van Orden’s campaign website has falsely claimed he would fight to protect individuals with preexisting conditions. His announcement follows his vote

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Gov. Evers: Signs executive order #284 declaring an energy emergency

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced he has signed Executive Order #284, extending the energy emergency in the state of Wisconsin. Persistent supply challenges caused by a pipeline disruption within the Midwestern pipeline distribution system remain, coupled with a continued high demand for residential heating fuel, including

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Rep. Udell: Statement on WisEye outage

MADISON, Wis. — For the first time in nineteen years, the Wisconsin Legislature held floor sessions this week without a livestream or recording of the procedures. Representative Randy Udell (D-47th District) released the following statement: “Governmental transparency is vital to Democracy,

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Milwaukee Public Schools: Receives final $8 million withheld by state, submits 2024-25 audit

(MILWAUKEE) — Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) Superintendent Brenda Cassellius and Wisconsin State Superintendent of Public Instruction Jill Underly today announced a major milestone in MPS’s work to correct financial and operational issues impacting the district.  Specifically, the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) announced the release of $8 million in previously withheld state funding, the last installment of

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Rep. Melotik: Three bipartisan bills authored by Melotik pass the Assembly

Grafton, WI – This week the Wisconsin State Assembly passed three bills authored by Rep. Paul Melotik (R-Grafton). The legislation moved forward on January 13 and January 15 and focuses on protecting public safety workers, rewarding overtime work, and keeping dangerous counterfeit airbags off Wisconsin roads. Assembly Bill 417: Protecting

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American Bridge 21st Century: ICYMI: Tom Tiffany says Democratic leaders need to calm down about ICE

ICYMI: Heartland Signal reported that after an ICE agent fatally shot a U.S. citizen in Minneapolis, sparking protests and national scrutiny, Rep. Tom Tiffany chose to attack Democratic leaders for not being “calming” rather than address the shooting or federal conduct.  Appearing on the conservative show DrydenWire, Tiffany urged Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey

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Crowley campaign: David Crowley leads Dem primary field in fundraising

MILWAUKEE – The first campaign finance report of 2026 confirms what’s becoming increasingly clear in Wisconsin’s race for governor: David Crowley is the candidate best positioned to win both the primary and general elections. Crowley raised $800,949, more than any other Democrat in the race, finishing the period with $602,000 cash on

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Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty: Wisconsin school district threatens mother of disabled student following social media post, police go to her home

The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) is defending a Wisconsin mother after the School District of Pittsville, Wisconsin threatened her with a potential defamation lawsuit and police visited her home, based on her social media post. The letter from the lawyer representing the school district is an attempt to intimidate a parent for criticizing the school district and came after the parent posted online about what

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Dept. of Natural Resources: Seeking public comment on a proposed Green Tier contract with Kimberly-Clark Marinette Mill

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public comment on a proposed Green Tier contract with Kimberly-Clark Marinette Mill. Specifically, this proposal covers activities at the facility located on Riverside Avenue in Marinette. Kimberly-Clark has been a Tier 1 Green Tier participant since 2021; this contract

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U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Votes to pass bipartisan funding package to support clean drinking water, public safety, and economic development

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) voted to send a bipartisan funding package to the President’s desk that included nearly $40 million in direct support for Wisconsin communities and projects that impact the state. The package to fund the Departments of Commerce, Justice, Energy, Interior, and Environment invests in public

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WisDems: BREAKING: Van Orden endorses health care plan that does not have protections for Wisconsinites with preexisting conditions

MADISON, Wis. — This morning, Derrick Van Orden announced he supports Trump’s health care plan, which does not include protections for individuals with preexisting conditions. Derrick Van Orden’s campaign website has falsely claimed he would fight to protect individuals with preexisting conditions. His announcement follows his vote against extending ACA tax credits, a move that has already

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Dept. of Transportation: 2025 WisDOT Excellence in Construction Awards recognize resilience, collaboration in infrastructure projects

Six Wisconsin construction companies received DTSD Excellence in Construction Awards at the Wisconsin Department of Transportation’s (WisDOT) annual Contractor-Engineer Conference held this week in Wisconsin Dells. Top winners include an asphalt paving project in Winnebago County, a concrete paving project in Rock County, a grading project in Dane County, a

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Martinez-Rutherford campaign: Reports over $45,000 in contributions in first filing period of campaign for State Assembly

Madison, WI – Today, Dina Nina Martinez-Rutherford announced her campaign’s first fundraising numbers in the race to represent District 76 in the Wisconsin State Assembly. Since launching in late September, Martinez-Rutherford has received more than $45,000 in contributions from over 500 unique donors, with an average donation of $67 and

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Gov. Evers: Signs executive order #284 declaring an energy emergency

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced he has signed Executive Order #284, extending the energy emergency in the state of Wisconsin. Persistent supply challenges caused by a pipeline disruption within the Midwestern pipeline distribution system remain, coupled with a continued high demand for residential heating fuel, including heating oil and propane. Executive Order #284 will support the swift and efficient delivery

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Wilson campaign: Eric Wilson suspends campaign for Wisconsin state treasurer

Eau Claire, WI — January 15th, 2026 — Today, Eric Wilson announced that he is suspending his campaign for Wisconsin State Treasurer, effective immediately. “Wisconsin values mean putting people first—starting with our families,” Wilson said. “A statewide campaign demands full focus and resources. After thoughtful consideration, and in light of family health

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Rep. Udell: Statement on WisEye outage

MADISON, Wis. — For the first time in nineteen years, the Wisconsin Legislature held floor sessions this week without a livestream or recording of the procedures. Representative Randy Udell (D-47th District) released the following statement: “Governmental transparency is vital to Democracy, now more than ever. For nineteen years, every floor session

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