Over 7 million seniors rely on Medicaid to cover essential services, like long-term care, medical equipment, hospitalization, and prescription drugs. As the single largest payer to long-term care services in the country, middle-class families depend on Medicaid to help take care of their loved ones. Six in 10 nursing home

MADISON — Seventeen schools have been named Wisconsin’s first Purple Star Schools, recognizing their significant commitment to supporting military-connected students and families. State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly announced the designations today during a Month of the Military Child celebration in Tomah. “At the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, we are deeply committed to supporting military-connected children and their families,” Dr. Underly said. “We want to ease their challenges wherever we

(La Crosse, Wisconsin) – On Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at 5:30 pm, families and loved ones of workers across western Wisconsin will gather at Green Island Park in La Crosse to remember those who have lost their lives on the job and demand action to prevent dangers that cause unnecessary

GREEN BAY, Wis. — State Rep. Amaad Rivera-Wagner announced Monday that he is seeking reelection, pointing to a first term focused on delivering results for Green Bay and bringing people together to solve real problems. Rivera-Wagner will officially kick off his campaign on May 6 at Backstage at the Meyer Theatre.

(Stevens Point, Wisconsin, April 27, 2026) – In the last year, the U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development made $330 million in investments in rural communities across Wisconsin. These investments helped to boost Wisconsin’s economy, invest in agricultural opportunities, develop rural infrastructure, and encourage private investment in rural America. “Rural communities

Washington, DC – Today, Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01), Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05), Glenn Grothman (WI-06), and Tom Tiffany (WI-07), introduced the Fair Air Standards Act addressing Southeastern Wisconsin’s classification as an Ozone Nonattainment Area. Reps. Steil, Grothman, Tiffany at today’s press conference “Families in Wisconsin shouldn’t be paying for pollution originating from outside the state,

MADISON, Wis. — Today, new reporting from Raw Story details how the Wisconsin Federation of College Republicans’ (WICRS) has aligned themselves with Nick Fuentes’ ally and College Republicans of America’s political director Kai Schwemmer. Experts describe the normalization of extremists pushing fringe and hateful views like Nick Fuentes and Kai Schwemmer as indicating

MADISON, Wis. – Judge Lyndsey Brunette has announced the support of Larry Martin, the former executive director of the State Bar of Wisconsin, for her campaign for Wisconsin Supreme Court.  “Wisconsin’s legal community depends on a Supreme Court that upholds the rule of law and treats every person who comes

MADISON – The Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) is celebrating National Apprenticeship Week April 26-May 2, and this year has something extra special to announce. Wisconsin’s 16 technical colleges will now review apprenticeship-related learning from all sources to count as credit for prior learning to fast-track some apprentices toward an

APPLETON – State Sen. Kelda Roys announced Monday the endorsement of Thomas Nelson, Outagamie County Executive, who previously served in the state assembly as the Democratic Majority Leader.  “Since our time in the Assembly together almost 20 years ago, I’ve admired Kelda’s smarts and effectiveness at getting things done in

JANESVILLE, Wis. — Take a step toward wellness on May 2 at Blackhawk Technical College’s Beloit-Janesville Campus at 6004 S. County Road G, Janesville, WI 53546.  A free, family-friendly Behavioral Health and Wellness Fair, held in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, will take place from 10:30 a.m. to 1

Iron County Republican Party, Angie Sapik will “stand up for taxpayers.” [Lake Nebagamon, WI…] The Iron County Republican Party today announced its full endorsement of Angie Sapik in the Republican Primary for Wisconsin State Senate District 25.  Tanner Hiller, Iron County Republican Party Chair, issued the following statement:  “The Iron

Menomonie, Wis. – Imagine being able to view the world’s cultural treasures from the comfort of your own home. To enter international museums from your computer screen and admire paintings, sculptures and artifacts as clearly as if you were standing right in the gallery yourself, all with the click of

Madison, WI – Today, Wisconsin Family Action (WFA) released its updated 2025-2026 Legislative Scorecard giving its assessment of how all thirty-three State Senators and all ninety-nine State Assembly Representatives did this past legislative session. The session began in early January 2025 and floor activity concluded in March of this year. This past session,

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Jim Banks (R-IN) are introducing a new bill to prioritize American workers and businesses by ensuring strong Buy America rules are properly enforced when rebuilding our nation’s infrastructure. Senator Baldwin worked to include the Build America, Buy America (BABA) Act in the Bipartisan

David Sanchez, Democratic Candidate for Assembly District 13, Announces Strong Early Support with $50,000 Raised and More Than 300 Signatures Collected Wauwatosa, Wis. — Democratic candidate for Wisconsin’s 13th Assembly District David Sanchez announced today that his campaign has raised $50,000 in its first two months and collected more than

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is currently drafting a new Fisheries Management Strategic Plan and is seeking public input. This plan will aim to provide direction on how Wisconsin’s fisheries resources are managed and sustained over the next 10 years. The DNR is responsible for managing and sustaining

On Sunday, over 200 Common Ground (CG) members and public officials gathered on the steps of St. Hyacinth Parish on 15th and Becher to announce a 5-point Plan for making the South Side safer and improving the quality of life for all who live, work, play, and worship in the

MADISON — Assembly Majority Leader Tyler August (R-Walworth) released the following statement regarding Rep. Dean Kaufert: “Dean’s decision to return to the Legislature for one more term speaks to his commitment to public service and to this institution. He didn’t have to come back but he chose to step forward and

MILWAUKEE — The Milwaukee VA Medical Center has unveiled its 2025 Annual Report, titled “Healing, Hope and Honor.” The report encapsulates highlights of the past year, our partnership with the Medical College of Wisconsin, pertinent statistics, important updates, inspiring stories, awards, achievements, and more. The 20-page report is available digitally on