MADISON, WI – The Wisconsin Department of Revenue (DOR) today announced the start of the 2026 individual income tax filing season, beginning on Monday, January 26, 2026. The IRS and DOR will begin accepting and processing 2025 individual income tax returns on this date. Filing Options Wisconsin taxpayers have several

Delafield, Wis. – The Institute for Reforming Government (IRG) sent a formal demand letter to the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) on Thursday seeking the immediate release of public records that have been withheld for one year. The original request, submitted by the DairylandSentinel.com on January 21, 2025, sought

MADISON — Today, Legislative Democrats introduced a six-bill plan to cut child care costs as working families continue to grapple with rising bills. With child care prices forcing parents to choose between their jobs and their kids, this plan takes direct action to lower costs, reduce uncertainty, and support families.

Madison, WI — The Assembly Committee on Agriculture held a hearing Wednesday on Assembly Bill 493, legislation that would authorize community solar programs and expand access to affordable, locally generated energy in Wisconsin. The bill’s sponsor in the Assembly, State Representative Scott Krug (R-Rome), was joined by a broad coalition of

MADISON, WIS. – Wisconsin Early Childhood Association applauds the introduction of a bill package that seeks to lower child care costs for families and continue support for child care providers. WECA and its Center for Policy, Research and Engagement say the bills, introduced on Thursday by state Rep. Alex Joers

Madison – This morning, Assembly and Senate Democrats held a press conference for the rollout of the Cutting Costs for Child Care package. Representative Billings introduced LRB-4878 as part of this package and released the following statement: “Increasing affordability and access to child care is crucial for making Wisconsin more

MADISON, WI – Today, State Senator Kristin Dassler-Alfheim (D-Appleton) and fellow Legislative Democrats introduced the Cutting Costs for Child Care bill package, which includes six bills aimed at bringing down the cost of child care and addressing the child care workforce shortage.  “The cost of child care is one of

MADISON, WI – Overlooked during a busy financial reporting season was the early success of Trevor Jung’s State Senate campaign in the 21st District. Jung’s campaign has already surpassed $130,000 in donations, out-raising his Republican opponent by $97,051.42, and placing him in a position to flip a district held by Republicans for over a decade. With over

On the anniversary of Roe v. Wade, as Wisconsinites reflect on the loss of a fundamental constitutional right, Rep. Tom Tiffany’s record makes it clear he is a serious threat to reproductive freedom in Wisconsin. Since Roe was overturned, Tiffany has repeatedly voted to strip away abortion protections, block access to

Joint statement from all members of the Milwaukee Common Council: Alderman José G. Pérez, Alderperson JoCasta Zamarripa, Alderwoman Andrea M. Pratt, Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr., Alderman Alex Brower, Alderman Robert J. Bauman, Alderman Lamont Westmoreland, Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Alderman DiAndre Jackson, Alderwoman Larresa Taylor, Alderwoman Sharlen P. Moore, Alderman

Madison, WI—Carpenter and Former State Rep. Brett Hulsey released his campaign finance report showing he is on track to win the Aug. 11 primary. “When I ran against billionaire-backed Gov. Scott Walker in 2014 to restore money for students, job training, worker healthcare, retirement and unions, I got 51,830 votes

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN — In a historic show of unity, the Wisconsin Association of School Boards (WASB) Delegate Assembly yesterday overwhelmingly approved an Emergency Resolution demanding the state government honor its commitment to special education funding. Proposed by the Wisconsin Heights School Board, the resolution passed with 93% support from rural,

MADISON – The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD) today announced the following information for Wisconsin’s labor market, reflecting December 2025 preliminary estimates from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Employment: There were 3,021,200 people employed in Wisconsin, down 200 over the month and down 65,500 over the year. Labor Force: The

MILWAUKEE (January 22, 2026) – This weekend, January 23 through January 25, Milwaukee is expected to experience extreme cold temperatures, with wind chills reaching as low as 40 degrees below zero. These conditions are dangerous, and residents are urged to limit time outdoors whenever possible. For individuals and families experiencing

DANE COUNTY, Wis. (Jan. 22, 2026) –The salt applied to Wisconsin roads and sidewalks each winter doesn’t disappear when the snow melts. It washes into local lakes, rivers, and even drinking water. To spotlight the growing problem — and what communities can do about it — WI Salt Wise is hosting

MADISON, Wis. — Today, new reporting revealed that Trump’s tariffs are forcing Wisconsinites to pay more for groceries and everyday essentials, putting a strain on middle class households across the state. Republicans like Tom Tiffany, Derrick Van Orden, and Bryan Steil continue to praise the very tariffs that are driving up costs for their own constituents, and

Madison, Wis. – Tuesday, Republicans brought a Data Center Bill to the floor of the assembly. Their bill was rushed through committee and poorly constructed. They did not reach out to the people this bill would affect and even put a “poison pill” in the bill which would cripple Wisconsin’s renewable energy

Menomonie, Wis. – University of Wisconsin-Stout’s 360-degree AI education approach prepares graduates to meet the needs of a rapidly evolving workforce by embedding artificial intelligence training in all of its degree programs. For two groups of applied mathematics and computer science students in an Advanced Machine Learning course, their final

Hey there, folks. Governor Tony Evers here.   I’ve spent my entire career fighting for Wisconsin kids because I’ve always believed that what’s best for kids is what’s best for our state.  That’s why I declared 2025 the Year of the Kid in Wisconsin, and I was proud of all we were able to accomplish to do what’… Please log in to access subscriber content. If

Madison… Representative Clint Moses (R-Menomonie) introduced legislation to ensure transparency and accountability in data center development across Wisconsin. “As more data center projects seek approval in our state, communities and landowners deserve full, accurate information before decisions are made,” said Rep. Moses. “This bill ensures decisions are made with full