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MADISON, Wis. — New reporting from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reveals that Bryan Steil has introduced a federal voter ID bill that would make it even more difficult for Wisconsinites to cast their ballots. The bill reduces the number of acceptable forms of photo ID at the polls and imposes additional requirements on

Milwaukee, WI – MASH proudly announced its endorsement of Mike Thurow in his campaign for Congress in Wisconsin’s Sixth Congressional District. MASH represents thousands of service and hospitality workers across Wisconsin, from employees at the Fiserv Forum and Milwaukee coffee shops to Lambeau Field workers in Green Bay. Every day,

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) introduced three pieces of legislation aimed at fixing the housing supply crisis in the United States: the Sustainable Homeownership Act, the Working Families Home Construction Act, and the Home Affordability Through Mortgage Simplification Act. The Sustainable Homeownership Act creates a statutory path out … Please log in to

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds boaters and anglers to help stop the spread of invasive plants and animals in Wisconsin’s waters as part of the Great Lakes Landing Blitz, June 29 – July 12, 2026. As thousands of boaters and anglers prepare to enjoy Wisconsin’s waters over

MADISON, Wis. — 11 years ago today, the United States Supreme Court released the landmark ruling that officially legalized same-sex marriage nationwide. But as marriage equality faces new attacks, Republican Congressman and candidate for Wisconsin governor Tom Tiffany voted “No” on a bipartisan bill that would help protect marriage equality from being the next freedom… Please

West Bend, Wis — Washington County is free to proceed with the sale of the former UW-M at Washington County Property following a Friday ruling from a judge denying an injunction blocking the sale.  Judge Cain ruled in favor of Washington County on two grounds. As a result of the

MADISON, Wis. — After June 2026, the Wisconsin Child Care Bridge Payments program will end due tolack of continued funding from the State Legislature. This program was a smaller continuation of theChild Care Counts program, which itself was cut in half in 2023. Representative Randy Udell (D-47th District) released the

(MILWAUKEE) — The Milwaukee Board of School Directors, on behalf of Milwaukee Public Schools, and the Milwaukee Teachers’ Education Association have stipulated to the base wage increases for the represented employees covered by the agreement for the 2026-2027 school year. Under the agreement, the covered employees will receive a 1.50 percent increase

Green Bay, WI — State Representative Amaad Rivera-Wagner (D-Green Bay) has been awarded a 2025–2026 Champion of Commerce Award by the Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce (MMAC), recognizing his record of advancing policies that strengthen Wisconsin’s economy, expand opportunity, and support employers and workers alike. The Champion of Commerce Award

Fitchburg, Wis. — The cost of child care in Wisconsin is rising faster than families can absorb, according to the 2026 Child Care Market Survey released today by the Wisconsin Department of Children and Families (DCF). The Wisconsin Early Childhood Association (WECA) is sounding the alarm: these increases are steeper and faster than anyone anticipa… Please log in to access

MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, WisDems First Vice Chair Sarah Godlewski, Senate Democratic Leader Dianne Hesselbein, State Representative Lisa Subeck, Attorney General Josh Kaul, and Dr. Sarah Dobbins held a press conference marking the anniversary of the Dobbs decision. At the event, speakers covered a wide range of topics surrounding reproductive care

JEFFERSON COUNTY, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice announced a $275,000 settlement with Enbridge (U.S.), Inc. (Enbridge). The settlement resolves a civil environmental enforcement action against the company for an alleged violation of the State’s hazardous substance Spills Law. “Wisconsin’s Spills Law is a critical protection for our environment,”

Madison – The Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) sent payments totaling $38,181,592 to fire departments across the state as part of the Wisconsin 2% Fire Dues Program. The figure represents a nearly 6% increase over 2025 distribution. “These funds are more than a financial investment. They are a

MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, on the 4th anniversary of the Dobbs Decision that took away women’s abortion rights, new reporting revealed that 53rd Assembly GOP candidate David Daniels endorsed a total abortion ban. Daniels is running in one of the most likely Republican-held seats that could flip to the Democrats. The previous

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice is welcoming Shopify’s decision to ban the sale of all vaping products, including e-cigarettes, through its e-commerce platform. The decision is a direct response to a call from a coalition of attorneys general in November 2025 for stronger safeguards. Headquartered in Ottawa,

Watch the full event here WISCONSIN–Ahead of the one year anniversary of the Big, Ugly Bill’s passage, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin joined Protect Our Care Wisconsin, Committee to Protect Health Care and Main Street Alliance to hold Republicans like U.S. Representatives Tom Tiffany and Derrick Van Orden accountable for creating

MADISON — Gov. Evers, along with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) and in partnership with Amtrak, today submitted a grant application to the U.S. Department of Transportation, reviving a long-thwarted effort to expand passenger rail in Wisconsin. Under an application submitted to the Trump Administration today, the Evers Administration

MADISON, Wis. – A federal judge in Boston today blocked key aspects of the presidential executive order granting the United States Postal Service (USPS) a key role in mail-in ballot administration and seeking to limit who can receive mail ballots. The ruling applies to the 23 states that challenged the executive order,

MILWAUKEE – Today, the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors approved the appointment of Nick Sinram as Director of the Office of Strategy, Budget, and Performance (SBP). “Since I’ve been County Executive, we’ve ended every single year with a budget surplus. Nick Sinram is well-suited to continue this track record, bringing new