WASHINGTON— The DLCC announced our first 50 Target Races for the 2026 midterms across key battleground states, including Pennsylvania, Michigan, Wisconsin, Arizona, North Carolina, Georgia, Texas, and Iowa. These 50 races are the first of several slates to come ahead of November – all of which represent the most competitive

MADISON, WIS. – Chadwick M. Elgersma, United States Attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin, announced that Dwayne Davis, 31, La Crosse, Wisconsin, was sentenced today by Chief U.S. District Judge James D. Peterson to 12 years in federal prison for sex trafficking a minor. Davis pleaded guilty to this charge on January 12, 2026. His pri… Please log in to

Demand comes after Wisconsinites faced weeks long delays getting mail WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) demanded answers from Postmaster General David Steiner regarding long-term mail delays and staffing shortages at post offices across Wisconsin that are impacting local businesses, newspapers, and Wisconsin families who rely on USPS

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue a permit for the incidental taking of a rare lizard, which may result from the Columbia Energy Storage Project in Columbia County.   Incidental take refers to the unintentional loss of individual endangered or threatened animals or plants that does

Representative Jim Piwowarczyk Slams Governor Evers’ Vetoes on ICE Detainers, UW ReformDownload… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please contact schmies@wispolitics.com for subscription options on the WisPolitics-State Affairs platform, which is the new home for WisPolitics subscriber products.

MILWAUKEE — The Marquette University Institute for Women’s Leadership will honor three community and campus leaders with its Transformational Leadership awards as part of the fourth annual IWL Gala on Tuesday, April 14, at 5 p.m. in the Alumni Memorial Union, 1442 W. Wisconsin Ave.   The IWL Transformational Leadership awards and recipients

Madison – The Wisconsin Pharmacy Examining Board (PEB) has earned the 2026 Fred T. Mahaffey Award, given by the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NAPB) Executive Committee, marking the PEB’s first leadership award from the NABP. “I was quite surprised and honored to hear about this prestigious award. I also

School recognized for meeting a critical physician workforce need by U.S. News & World Report  MADISON, Wis. ‒ Today, U.S. News & World Report announced its Best Medical Schools rankings for 2026, ranking the MD program at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health as Tier 1 for primary care for

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds anglers the 2026 – 2027 general inland fishing season will open statewide Saturday, May 2. Several new regulations and season structures are now in effect, and anglers are encouraged to review the regulations before hitting the water.  With more than 15,000 inland

April 2026 Governor Candidate Press ReleaseDownload… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please contact schmies@wispolitics.com for subscription options on the WisPolitics-State Affairs platform, which is the new home for WisPolitics subscriber products.

DPW Muslim & Jewish Caucus Joint Statement on ICE Detention of Salah Sarsour (1)Download… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please contact schmies@wispolitics.com for subscription options on the WisPolitics-State Affairs platform, which is the new home for WisPolitics subscriber products.

For the past six years, Marsy’s Law has provided essential protections for crime victims’ to ensure they are treated with dignity and respect in the criminal justice system. MADISON, Wis. — This week marks the sixth anniversary of the ratification of Marsy’s Law, Wisconsin’s constitutional crime victims’ rights amendment. Passed during

Menomonie, Wis. – There is something therapeutic to a slow, rhythmic trail ride on horseback. You begin to feel grounded in the quiet nature of the woods and in the calming company of horses. The calm can lead to new thoughts or the banishment of worries or a “letting go”

MADISON, Wis. — Today, Wisconsin will decide the future of our Supreme Court. Their choice is principled Judge Maria Lazar or Anti-victim Chris Taylor. As we await the results of this election, it is important to remember that Judge Maria Lazar stands as a principled conservative committed to upholding the rule of

MADISON – Kurt R. Bauer, President/CEO of Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC), issued the following statement ahead of the April 7th Universities of Wisconsin Board of Regents meeting to decide the fate of UW President Jay Rothman. “Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce, Wisconsin’s largest business association, offers its full support and confidence

MADISON, WIS. – Chadwick M. Elgersma, United States Attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin, announced that Patrick J. Buswell, 51, Holcombe, Wisconsin, was sentenced last week by Chief U.S. District Judge James D. Peterson to 9 years in federal prison for possessing methamphetamine intended for distribution and possessing a firearm in … Please log in to access subscriber content. If

MADISON, WI – Today, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) released the following statement after ICE has now illegally held Salah Sarsour, President of the Islamic Society of Milwaukee and a legal permanent resident for more than 30 years with no criminal record, for more than a week: “Over the past year, ICE has waged

PRESS STATEMENT – Oconto License Surrender.docxDownload… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please contact schmies@wispolitics.com for subscription options on the WisPolitics-State Affairs platform, which is the new home for WisPolitics subscriber products.

Saturday, April 11, 10am-12:30 pm Shorewood Village Center 3920 N. Murray Ave., Shorewood, WI  Milwaukee – The League of Women Voters of Milwaukee County is hosting a free presentation on the impact of hyperscale data centers on Saturday, April 11. The forum, titled, “Data, Dollars, and Our Health: The Earth in

Toni Herkert, the Government Affairs Director of the League of Wisconsin Municipalities, released the following statement after Governor Evers signed Assembly Bills 130 and 131 today as Wisconsin Acts 200 and 201. “The Governor’s action today marks the final step in providing vital financial resources and liability protections to municipalities