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Wisconsin Nathan Shock Center focuses on link between metabolism and healthier aging MADISON, Wis. – A new research center at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health will focus on understanding how metabolic changes associated with aging influence health
MADISON, Wis. – As the Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation marks its centennial, a new chapter in international scientific collaboration is unfolding—one that exemplifies the spirit of innovation and public service that has defined WARF since its founding. In an essay titled Science
WATCH: “Family Dinner” ad highlights how Steil’s support for costly tariffs is driving up everyday costs for a Kenosha family. Ad premiere event set for tonight in Kenosha. KENOSHA, Wis. – Opportunity Wisconsin has launched a new seven-figure paid media campaign
MADISON, Wis. – The La Follette School of Public Affairs at the University of Wisconsin–Madison will officially launch its new undergraduate major in public policy – the first of its kind in Wisconsin – in fall 2026. Students will be able to earn
NEVI program funding continues after successful multi-state lawsuit against Trump Administration MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), today announced 26 additional locations will receive grant awards totaling $14 million in federal funding to build electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in Wisconsin. Supported throu…
Congresswoman Gwen Moore endorsed Brett Timmerman, KeJuane Jennings, Brady Coulthard, Marissa Nowling, Patricia Ruiz-Cantú, and Eddie Phanichkul for Milwaukee County Democratic Party leadership. She released the following statement: “Leaders are caving in Washington. There’s money for everything except the families
WAUSAU, WI – Tom Tiffany, candidate for Governor of Wisconsin, released the following statement after the Mequon Police Department confirmed that an illegal alien crime ring from South America is operating in Wisconsin. This same group is tied to more than a dozen
BLUE MOUNDS, Wis. – Surrounded by friends, neighbors, and local leaders at his family’s farm, Dylan Helmenstine announced his campaign for Wisconsin State Treasurer. A rural school board member, Black Earth village trustee, and president of the local EMS district, Helmenstine
(Milwaukee, November 14th, 2025)—Voces de la Frontera celebrates today’s decision by the Palmyra Village Board and Police Department to withdraw their application for the 287(g) “task force” agreement with ICE. This reversal comes after sustained community organizing and principled opposition from residents
MADISON, WI — The Association of Wisconsin School Administrators has recognized Elizabeth Streubel as its 2026 Wisconsin Elementary Associate Principal of the Year. Streubel serves as assistant principal of Wilson Elementary in the Mequon-Thiensville School District. She is known for her
MADISON, WI (November 14, 2025) — Arguably, few things have shaped the “America First” policy agenda more than the growing U.S.-China rivalry. Concerns about boundaries in the South China Sea, threats to Taiwan’s independence, and the AI arms race are all fueling tensions.
Yesterday, Republican gubernatorial candidate in Wisconsin, Tom Tiffany, suggested that young Wisconsinites get “barebones” health insurance. Tiffany’s comments come on the heels of his vote for a government funding bill that does not extend critical ACA health care credits that over 270,000 Wisconsinites rely on. Thanks
WISCONSIN – Today, Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) wrapped up another week on the road with stops in Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay to highlight how the expiration of Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits will devastate Wisconsin families and small businesses. The 275,000 Wisconsinites who
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is conducting a Beltline Planning and Environment Linkages (PEL) study to identify potential long‑term solutions to address safety, accessibility, operational, and infrastructure concerns on approximately 20 miles of US 12/14/18/151 (Beltline) extending from US 14 in
Today, Representative Paul Melotik and Representative Dan Knodl visited Grafton High School to present Nic Fullington with a legislative citation in recognition of his recent honor as a 2025 Harbor Freight Tools for Schools Prize for Teaching Excellence winner. Fullington,
MILWAUKEE, WI – Today, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley and Milwaukee area small business owners Lori McDonald and Kara Pitt-D’Andrea joined Protect Our Care Wisconsin to discuss the ongoing Trump-GOP health care crisis as the Affordable Care Act (ACA) open
MILWAUKEE — The Marquette Law School Poll will release the results of its national survey of public opinion, over two days, Nov. 19-20, via written releases. Charles Franklin, director of the Marquette Law Poll, will also present results of the
MADISON, Wis. — Since announcing his run for governor, Tom Tiffany has been desperately avoiding questions on his plans for Wisconsin and new reporting from CBS58 shows why—Tiffany doesn’t have one. Recently, Tiffany used a flimsy excuse to duck the first candidate
MADISON, WI – The Assembly Speaker’s Task Force on Rulemaking will be holding a public hearing on Thursday, November 20th at Northcentral Technical College to hear testimony on the rulemaking authority wielded by state bureaucrats. As the Chair of this Task Force,
GREEN BAY, Wis. — The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay is proud to announce a transformative $1 million scholarship gift from alumnus Dr. Paul J. Schilling ’82, aimed at expanding access to STEM degrees for high-achieving students with financial need. The
Wisconsin Nathan Shock Center focuses on link between metabolism and healthier aging MADISON, Wis. – A new research center at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health will focus on understanding how metabolic changes associated with aging influence health and cause disease. The National Institute on Aging has recognized
MADISON, Wis. – As the Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation marks its centennial, a new chapter in international scientific collaboration is unfolding—one that exemplifies the spirit of innovation and public service that has defined WARF since its founding. In an essay titled Science Without Borders: How Wisconsin and Stellenbosch Are Redefining Collaboration, Professors
WATCH: “Family Dinner” ad highlights how Steil’s support for costly tariffs is driving up everyday costs for a Kenosha family. Ad premiere event set for tonight in Kenosha. KENOSHA, Wis. – Opportunity Wisconsin has launched a new seven-figure paid media campaign today with TV and digital ads to hold Congressman Bryan
MADISON, Wis. – The La Follette School of Public Affairs at the University of Wisconsin–Madison will officially launch its new undergraduate major in public policy – the first of its kind in Wisconsin – in fall 2026. Students will be able to earn a Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Science in
NEVI program funding continues after successful multi-state lawsuit against Trump Administration MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), today announced 26 additional locations will receive grant awards totaling $14 million in federal funding to build electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in Wisconsin. Supported throu… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t
Congresswoman Gwen Moore endorsed Brett Timmerman, KeJuane Jennings, Brady Coulthard, Marissa Nowling, Patricia Ruiz-Cantú, and Eddie Phanichkul for Milwaukee County Democratic Party leadership. She released the following statement: “Leaders are caving in Washington. There’s money for everything except the families crushed by healthcare costs. The fight is far from over.
WAUSAU, WI – Tom Tiffany, candidate for Governor of Wisconsin, released the following statement after the Mequon Police Department confirmed that an illegal alien crime ring from South America is operating in Wisconsin. This same group is tied to more than a dozen break-ins this year, and new video footage from the woods
BLUE MOUNDS, Wis. – Surrounded by friends, neighbors, and local leaders at his family’s farm, Dylan Helmenstine announced his campaign for Wisconsin State Treasurer. A rural school board member, Black Earth village trustee, and president of the local EMS district, Helmenstine says he will bring hands-on local-government experience and a public-affairs
(Milwaukee, November 14th, 2025)—Voces de la Frontera celebrates today’s decision by the Palmyra Village Board and Police Department to withdraw their application for the 287(g) “task force” agreement with ICE. This reversal comes after sustained community organizing and principled opposition from residents who refused to allow their town to become an extension
MADISON, WI — The Association of Wisconsin School Administrators has recognized Elizabeth Streubel as its 2026 Wisconsin Elementary Associate Principal of the Year. Streubel serves as assistant principal of Wilson Elementary in the Mequon-Thiensville School District. She is known for her compassionate leadership, student-centered decision-making, and dedication to fostering a safe,
MADISON, WI (November 14, 2025) — Arguably, few things have shaped the “America First” policy agenda more than the growing U.S.-China rivalry. Concerns about boundaries in the South China Sea, threats to Taiwan’s independence, and the AI arms race are all fueling tensions. Following a recent meeting between President Trump and President Xi,
Yesterday, Republican gubernatorial candidate in Wisconsin, Tom Tiffany, suggested that young Wisconsinites get “barebones” health insurance. Tiffany’s comments come on the heels of his vote for a government funding bill that does not extend critical ACA health care credits that over 270,000 Wisconsinites rely on. Thanks to Donald Trump and his Republican allies on Ca… Please
WISCONSIN – Today, Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) wrapped up another week on the road with stops in Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay to highlight how the expiration of Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits will devastate Wisconsin families and small businesses. The 275,000 Wisconsinites who rely on enhanced premium tax credits to afford their ACA
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is conducting a Beltline Planning and Environment Linkages (PEL) study to identify potential long‑term solutions to address safety, accessibility, operational, and infrastructure concerns on approximately 20 miles of US 12/14/18/151 (Beltline) extending from US 14 in Middleton to County N in the town of Cottage Grove,
Today, Representative Paul Melotik and Representative Dan Knodl visited Grafton High School to present Nic Fullington with a legislative citation in recognition of his recent honor as a 2025 Harbor Freight Tools for Schools Prize for Teaching Excellence winner. Fullington, the school’s automotive technology teacher, received $15,000 for himself and
MILWAUKEE, WI – Today, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley and Milwaukee area small business owners Lori McDonald and Kara Pitt-D’Andrea joined Protect Our Care Wisconsin to discuss the ongoing Trump-GOP health care crisis as the Affordable Care Act (ACA) open enrollment period is underway. After a 40 day standoff, Donald
MILWAUKEE — The Marquette Law School Poll will release the results of its national survey of public opinion, over two days, Nov. 19-20, via written releases. Charles Franklin, director of the Marquette Law Poll, will also present results of the poll live in Washington, D.C., at a breakfast event hosted
MADISON, Wis. — Since announcing his run for governor, Tom Tiffany has been desperately avoiding questions on his plans for Wisconsin and new reporting from CBS58 shows why—Tiffany doesn’t have one. Recently, Tiffany used a flimsy excuse to duck the first candidate forum on the economy as Wisconsinites struggle under unpopular Tiffany-backed
MADISON, WI – The Assembly Speaker’s Task Force on Rulemaking will be holding a public hearing on Thursday, November 20th at Northcentral Technical College to hear testimony on the rulemaking authority wielded by state bureaucrats. As the Chair of this Task Force, Representative Brent Jacobson (R – Mosinee) released the following statement:
GREEN BAY, Wis. — The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay is proud to announce a transformative $1 million scholarship gift from alumnus Dr. Paul J. Schilling ’82, aimed at expanding access to STEM degrees for high-achieving students with financial need. The newly established “Dr. Charles Ihrke Scholarship Fund” will support incoming undergraduate