RIVER FALLS – Two locally produced documentary short films examining drinking water contamination in rural Wisconsin will be screened Feb. 5 at the historic Falls Theatre in downtown River Falls, offering residents and visitors a chance to engage with stories centered on water quality in the state. The free public

WISCONSIN – WisPolitics published an oped from former Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett about why he has decided to join the Democracy Defense Project – Wisconsin (DDP-WI). As someone who has committed his life to public service, the continuous questioning of Wisconsin’s election integrity has inpired him to join the bipartisan DDP-WI

MADISON, Wis. — If you are covering Rep. Bryan Steil’s Make Elections Great Again Act, please consider the following statement. “We are proud to have Representative Steil representing Wisconsin and leading the charge for safe and secure elections. The MEGA Act is a crucial step toward restoring trust in our democratic

Washington, D.C. – Tomorrow marks the final day to enroll in 2026 Affordable Care Act (ACA) plans across eight states and Washington, D.C. Because Donald Trump and congressional Republicans ripped away ACA tax credits from nearly 22 million Americans to bankroll tax breaks for billionaires and big corporations, premiums have

MADISON, WI – The University of Wisconsin–Madison chapter of Young Americans for Freedom and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership are excited to announce that the Right Honourable Boris Johnson will visit campus on March 23 to deliver a lecture on why the West is worth saving. The

MILWAUKEE — The Marquette Law School Poll will release the results of its national survey of public opinion over two days, Feb. 4-5, via written releases. On Wednesday, Feb. 4, the Marquette Law School Poll will release results of a national survey on an extensive list of topics, including the

MADISON – Aggressive actions by federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents under the Trump administration have sparked outrage in Minnesota and across the country. Representative Robyn Vining (D-Wauwatosa) has denounced these actions and met with state and local leaders about protecting Wisconsin communities from the unconstitutional and deeply concerning

Lake Nebagamon, WI – State Senate Candidate Angie Sapik today announced her strong endorsement of Congressman Tom Tiffany in his bid for Governor of Wisconsin. Sapik, a dedicated advocate for northern Wisconsin families and fiscal responsibility, praised Tiffany’s proven track record of fighting for conservative values and delivering results for

In support of ICE operations in U.S. cities, Tom Tiffany said “it may be time to take bold action.” The Tiffany campaign defended ICE after they used a five-year-old child as bait. Tiffany was the original co-sponsor of a resolution in support of Donald Trump deporting people to CECOT.  MADISON, Wis. — Tom

WEST BEND, WI – The Washington County Board of Supervisors recently approved a resolution to apply for a Pre-Disaster Flood Resilience Grant through the Wisconsin Emergency Management, a division of the Department of Military Affairs, which has now approved the grant for Washington County. The grant to local governmental units is

MADISON—Today, rural, urban, and suburban elected officials from all across Dane County announced their endorsement of Judge Ben Jones to continue presiding in Circuit Court, Branch 1. The latest officials to endorse Ben Jones include: Mayor Steve Stocker of Sun Prairie, former Monona Mayor Mary O’Connor, and former Middleton Mayor Judy

GREEN BAY, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public of the fisheries management meetings set to occur online and in person on Monday, Feb. 2 and Tuesday, Feb. 3.   Join DNR staff Monday, Feb. 2, online or in person at the DNR’s Green Bay Service Center for a presentation on Green

In the fall of 2025, as part of a pilot program anticipating future testing requirements and a less than 5 ppb recommended level for lead in schools, Milwaukee Water Works tested water at a subset of primary schools in Milwaukee Public Schools. Result letters were sent in November and December.

The Bureau announces the release of Fraud, Waste, and Mismanagement Hotline (report 26-02). We highlight the activity of the Bureau’s Fraud, Waste, and Mismanagement Hotline for the period from July 1, 2025, through December 31, 2025, including the 30 state-related reports we received. We also highlight selected hotline activities since the publication

MADISON – Today, State Representative Robyn Vining (D-Wauwatosa) and State Senator Kelda Roys (D-Madison) introduced legislation to establish a Baby Bonds program for babies born to Medicaid eligible families in Wisconsin. The state would invest in bonds worth $3,000, and access to these funds would be granted at 18. The

MADISON, Wis. – Earlier today, members of the Wisconsin Legislative Black Caucus (WLBC) introduced LRB-6250 which would require the Department of Public Instruction (DPI) to develop a model curriculum in grades K-12 that enhances and further contextualizes the history of African Americans’ contributions to American history. School Boards would be required

MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul is joining a coalition of 21 other attorneys general in denouncing the U.S. Department of Justice’s (DOJ) attempt to coerce the State of Minnesota. In a letter to U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi and Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem, the coalition condemned the Trump

MADISON – Today Wisconsin Senator Dora Drake and Representative Shelia Stubbs announced the reintroduction of the African American History Education Act. This legislation’s reintroduction coincides with the federal government’s recent decision to remove significant moments in American history that highlight the contributions and impact of African Americans from its national

Sled Safe Education/Enforcement Weekends Are Jan. 30-Feb. 1 And Feb. 6-8 MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reports six snowmobile fatalities so far in this new year and urges all snowmobile operators to wait to drink any alcoholic beverages until they get home for the day. This is the

Madison, WI –Today, Representative Shelia Stubbs and Senator Dora Drake, along with members of the African American/Jewish Friendship Group, introduced LRB-3107/1 and LRB-6250/1, which would require instruction on African American history in grades kindergarten through 12. Representative Shelia Stubbs (D-Madison) released the following statement:  “Today, I had the honor of