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On Friday, November 7, 10:00 a.m., 33 men and women will graduate from the Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) Jailer Officer Training Class, presented in partnership with the Milwaukee County Community Reintegration Center (CRC), formerly known as the House of
MADISON, Wis. — last month, the Assistant Secretary of the National Telecommunications and Information Administration referred to unreleased broadband expansion grants as “savings.” These withheld Biden-era funds include over $363 million to help expand internet access in Wisconsin. Representative Randy
[WASHINGTON, DC] – Today, Shana Verstegen, a mother of two from Madison, Wisconsin, testified at a hearing in the U.S. Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations (PSI) about the importance of extending enhanced premium tax credits for millions of Americans with
MADISON—Today, State Representative Lisa Subeck endorsed Judge Ben Jones for election to a full term in Dane County Circuit Court, Branch 1. Judge Jones was appointed by Gov. Tony Evers, and had already been endorsed by Supreme Court Justice Susan Crawford, who
Madison, WI – Today, Rep. Scott Allen (R-Waukesha) and Sen. André Jacque (R-New Franken) released the “Gas Tax Transparency Act,” a common-sense bill designed to inform Wisconsin drivers about the total amount they pay in federal and state fuel taxes
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) is calling out the Trump Administration for reversing course on holding China accountable, delaying penalties that were designed to support American shipbuilding and level the playing field for American workers after China has spent decades
This week, the Wisconsin Catholic Conference (WCC), the public policy voice of Wisconsin’s Catholic bishops,testified in support of two bills supporting parental choice in education. Federal Tax Credit Scholarship Program. On November 5, WCC Associate Director for Education & ReligiousLiberty
Fox Cities, WI – [11/6/2025] – Nearly 300 attendees gathered at the Fox Cities Chamber AI Business Summit on November 5 in Appleton, bringing together business, technology, and community leaders to explore how artificial intelligence can be used responsibly to drive
Wisconsin voters are noticing Derrick Van Orden’s agenda: billionaires first, Wisconsities last. In a new letter to the editor, one of Van Orden’s constituents is exposing his cruel Wisconsin-last agenda. The River Falls voter notes that Van Orden is sitting
Hello, my name is John Jagler and I represent the 13th Senate District in South-Central Wisconsin. I am also chair of the Senate Committee on Education. As many of you have seen, there’s been recent reports of allegations of sexual
Hey there, Wisconsin. Governor Tony Evers here. I know these are tough times. Watching what’s on the news can be scary. There’s lots of uncertainty about what the future may hold, and kids and families have a lot to
The Wisconsin Laborers’ District Council and its five affiliated local unions have announced their support for the proposed QTS data center in DeForest. This project is a $12 billion investment that will create over 5,000 great-paying construction jobs over the
Americans across the country are now dealing with the fallout of Donald Trump and Republicans’ assault on our health care system, and the damage is widespread. Republicans slashed more than $1 trillion from Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act (ACA),
MADISON – Sen. Jodi Habush Sinykin and Rep. Angela Stroud today introduced legislation that would hold data centers accountable for their energy and water use, worker protections, and environmental impact. The proposed legislation, the Data Center Accountability Bill (LRB 5432), would
Ashland, Wis — Representative Stroud (D-Ashland) announced the introduction of LRB-5440/1, legislation to create Wisconsin’s first statewide standards for the development of data centers. The bill aims to ensure that as these large-scale projects expand, they strengthen Wisconsin’s economy while
MADISON, WI – Today, Senator Habush Sinykin introduced legislation to hold data centers, large energy users, and tech companies accountable to Wisconsin’s workers, environment, and taxpayers. Wisconsin is rapidly becoming a highly sought after destination for development of hyperscale data centers. As
Funding to support workforce, technology, and care coordination services The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) submitted its application for $1 billion as part of the Rural Health Transformation Program. Since August, more than 200 partners have provided feedback to shape
(WAUKESHA, Wis. 11/6/25) – The International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 139 is announcing its support of the proposed QTS data center in DeForest. The proposal represents a $12 billion investment, an unprecedented commitment to renewable energy, and a $50 million
WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) introduced a substitute amendment to his Shutdown Fairness Act and is seeking unanimous consent from his Senate colleagues to pay all federal employees and servicemembers, including furloughed workers, during a government shutdown. “Right now, I’d be willing to add furloughed workers
LAKE GENEVA, Wis. – The Wisconsin Historical Foundation announced that Black Point Estate & Gardens has received a donation of $1 million from the estate of William C. Madlener, a long-time resident of Lake Geneva. “We are deeply grateful for
On Friday, November 7, 10:00 a.m., 33 men and women will graduate from the Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) Jailer Officer Training Class, presented in partnership with the Milwaukee County Community Reintegration Center (CRC), formerly known as the House of Correction. These new correctional officers from Jail Officer Training Class
MADISON, Wis. — last month, the Assistant Secretary of the National Telecommunications and Information Administration referred to unreleased broadband expansion grants as “savings.” These withheld Biden-era funds include over $363 million to help expand internet access in Wisconsin. Representative Randy Udell (D-47th District) released the following statement: “Congress allocated Wisconsin $1…
[WASHINGTON, DC] – Today, Shana Verstegen, a mother of two from Madison, Wisconsin, testified at a hearing in the U.S. Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations (PSI) about the importance of extending enhanced premium tax credits for millions of Americans with Affordable Care Act marketplace plans. As Americans brace for a
MADISON—Today, State Representative Lisa Subeck endorsed Judge Ben Jones for election to a full term in Dane County Circuit Court, Branch 1. Judge Jones was appointed by Gov. Tony Evers, and had already been endorsed by Supreme Court Justice Susan Crawford, who he replaced in Branch 1, as well as Dane County Sheriff
Madison, WI – Today, Rep. Scott Allen (R-Waukesha) and Sen. André Jacque (R-New Franken) released the “Gas Tax Transparency Act,” a common-sense bill designed to inform Wisconsin drivers about the total amount they pay in federal and state fuel taxes at the pump. “While the final price is clearly visible,
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) is calling out the Trump Administration for reversing course on holding China accountable, delaying penalties that were designed to support American shipbuilding and level the playing field for American workers after China has spent decades cheating to undercut Wisconsin shipbuilders. Recently, the White House announced
This week, the Wisconsin Catholic Conference (WCC), the public policy voice of Wisconsin’s Catholic bishops,testified in support of two bills supporting parental choice in education. Federal Tax Credit Scholarship Program. On November 5, WCC Associate Director for Education & ReligiousLiberty David Earleywine testified in support of Assembly Bill 602, which
Fox Cities, WI – [11/6/2025] – Nearly 300 attendees gathered at the Fox Cities Chamber AI Business Summit on November 5 in Appleton, bringing together business, technology, and community leaders to explore how artificial intelligence can be used responsibly to drive growth, productivity and competitiveness across the region. The day-long summit,
Wisconsin voters are noticing Derrick Van Orden’s agenda: billionaires first, Wisconsities last. In a new letter to the editor, one of Van Orden’s constituents is exposing his cruel Wisconsin-last agenda. The River Falls voter notes that Van Orden is sitting idly by while Wisconsin families suffer, and is instead “afford[ing]
Hello, my name is John Jagler and I represent the 13th Senate District in South-Central Wisconsin. I am also chair of the Senate Committee on Education. As many of you have seen, there’s been recent reports of allegations of sexual misconduct by teachers in our school, and disturbing flaws in
Hey there, Wisconsin. Governor Tony Evers here. I know these are tough times. Watching what’s on the news can be scary. There’s lots of uncertainty about what the future may hold, and kids and families have a lot to worry about. Paychecks aren’t going as far as they
The Wisconsin Laborers’ District Council and its five affiliated local unions have announced their support for the proposed QTS data center in DeForest. This project is a $12 billion investment that will create over 5,000 great-paying construction jobs over the next decade. “This proposed data center is a significant and
Americans across the country are now dealing with the fallout of Donald Trump and Republicans’ assault on our health care system, and the damage is widespread. Republicans slashed more than $1 trillion from Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act (ACA), ended health care tax credits, and rammed through massive giveaways
MADISON – Sen. Jodi Habush Sinykin and Rep. Angela Stroud today introduced legislation that would hold data centers accountable for their energy and water use, worker protections, and environmental impact. The proposed legislation, the Data Center Accountability Bill (LRB 5432), would be the first law of its kind in the state
Ashland, Wis — Representative Stroud (D-Ashland) announced the introduction of LRB-5440/1, legislation to create Wisconsin’s first statewide standards for the development of data centers. The bill aims to ensure that as these large-scale projects expand, they strengthen Wisconsin’s economy while protecting workers, communities, and natural resources. The bill would: Require
MADISON, WI – Today, Senator Habush Sinykin introduced legislation to hold data centers, large energy users, and tech companies accountable to Wisconsin’s workers, environment, and taxpayers. Wisconsin is rapidly becoming a highly sought after destination for development of hyperscale data centers. As local governments choose to engage and invest in this industry–and
Funding to support workforce, technology, and care coordination services The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) submitted its application for $1 billion as part of the Rural Health Transformation Program. Since August, more than 200 partners have provided feedback to shape Wisconsin’s application. The application is the first step toward connecting
(WAUKESHA, Wis. 11/6/25) – The International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 139 is announcing its support of the proposed QTS data center in DeForest. The proposal represents a $12 billion investment, an unprecedented commitment to renewable energy, and a $50 million pledge to support local initiatives that strengthen education, workforce development,
WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) introduced a substitute amendment to his Shutdown Fairness Act and is seeking unanimous consent from his Senate colleagues to pay all federal employees and servicemembers, including furloughed workers, during a government shutdown. “Right now, I’d be willing to add furloughed workers because we’re going… Please log in to access subscriber content.
LAKE GENEVA, Wis. – The Wisconsin Historical Foundation announced that Black Point Estate & Gardens has received a donation of $1 million from the estate of William C. Madlener, a long-time resident of Lake Geneva. “We are deeply grateful for William Madlener’s generous gift, which will help us ensure the