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Community comes together as costly tariffs and steep cuts to critical programs including energy assistance, healthcare, and SNAP force costs higher EAU CLAIRE, Wis. – Rep. Jodi Emerson joined Opportunity Wisconsin, Climate Power Wisconsin, and local Eau Claire residents to
Return comes 14 months after the Trump Administration shuttered the service WASHINGTON, D.C. – After more than a year of pressure from U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), 988’s specialized “Press 3” services for LGBTQ youth resumed today. This news comes
Cooke Campaign will monitor Van Orden’s account for defamatory conduct and “evaluate all legal options” EAU CLAIRE, Wisc. — Today, counsel for Cooke for Congress sent a cease and desist letter to Derrick Van Orden directing him to stop producing defamatory
GREENDALE, Wis. — United States Senator Tammy Baldwin today announced her endorsement of Ben Brist, the Democratic candidate running in Assembly District 61, which covers all of Hales Corners and Greendale, as well as parts of Franklin, Greenfield, and Milwaukee.
The News: The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC”), and Generac Power Systems, Inc. (“Generac”) have reached a settlement regarding Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty’s (WILL) client, Spencer Wimmer. WILL filed a Title VII complaint with the EEOC on
Think back a moment to the COVID-19 pandemic. You weren’t allowed to go to the park. You weren’t allowed to go to church. Your kids weren’t allowed to go to school. Government restrictions dominated life. We believe that this should
MADISON, Wis. — While MAGA Congressman Tom Tiffany continues to support extreme policies that eliminate access to affordable healthcare coverage, working Wisconsinites everywhere are losing their coverage because of the loss of subsidies provided through the Affordable Care Act (ACA) that
Applications for Next Round of Coastal Grants Now Open Through November 3 Madison, Wis. Today, in closing out Coastal Awareness Month, Governor Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Administration, has announced $1.3 million in grants to support resilient coastal
MILWAUKEE – The Crowley for Wisconsin campaign released the following statement after today’s Marquette Law School Poll, which shows David Crowley leading Tom Tiffany by three percent among likely voters. “We’ve seen unprecedented spending from Trump-aligned billionaires, with three of
Neenah, Wis. – Universities of Wisconsin and Neenah Joint School District leaders are urging students and parents in the Fox Valley to review Direct Admit offers and fill out the Direct Admit form so that students can connect with universities
Marquette Law Poll finds that Wisconsin governor’s race remains tight; Crowley 49%, Tiffany 46% among likely voters Also: Among all registered voters: Crowley 46%, Tiffany 45% Democrats have current turnout advantage Trump job approval declines to 38%, disapproval now 60%
Judges cite Glicksman’s experience, temperament, and commitment to fair and impartial justice MILWAUKEE — Ben Glicksman’s campaign for Milwaukee County Circuit Court today announced the endorsements of more than two dozen current and former Milwaukee judges: Judge Ana Berrios-Schroeder, Circuit
New reporting from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reveals that, thanks to Congressman Tom Tiffany’s opposition to extending the Affordable Care Act tax credits that kept health care premiums from surging, tens of thousands of Wisconsinites now have health coverage through
National attention increasing as Democratic ER nurse Mitchell Berman gains ground against Republican incumbent Steil Racine, WI — National outlets and analysts are covering new DCCC Analytics polling in Wisconsin’s First Congressional District showing ER nurse and Democratic candidate Mitchell
MADISON, Wis. – Lafayette County’s approval of a license that would allow for a new livestock facility within the county has been appealed by a neighboring landowner. The new facility site is located at 14274 Fort Defiance Road, Mineral Point,
MADISON, Wis. — Recent reporting from the New York Times and Wisconsin Examiner details Democrats’ fight to take control of the state legislature, while Republicans rely on their billionaire donors and attempt to distance themselves from their party’s failed economic
During Native American Heritage Month, Tribal leaders, policymakers, entrepreneurs and industry allies will gather to advance Tribal sovereignty, economic opportunity and Indigenous priorities in federal cannabis policy WASHINGTON, D.C.,September 30, 2026 — During Native American Heritage Month, the Indigenous Cannabis
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources invites the public to attend two free open house events on Saturday, Oct. 10, at the Besadny Anadromous Fish Facility in Kewaunee and the Root River Steelhead Facility in Racine. “These family-friendly events are
Heavy vehicles join cars and light trucks for Fleet license plates, included in online management process Beginning October 1 when a new Wisconsin law takes effect, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) expands the Fleet
WAUSAU, WI – Today, the Tom Tiffany campaign launched a new statewide ad highlighting David Crowley’s record of higher taxes and his own admission that he does not believe higher taxes are a burden on Wisconsin families. When asked whether a sales tax
Community comes together as costly tariffs and steep cuts to critical programs including energy assistance, healthcare, and SNAP force costs higher EAU CLAIRE, Wis. – Rep. Jodi Emerson joined Opportunity Wisconsin, Climate Power Wisconsin, and local Eau Claire residents to launch the “Fill the Gap Winter Essentials Drive” to support
Return comes 14 months after the Trump Administration shuttered the service WASHINGTON, D.C. – After more than a year of pressure from U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), 988’s specialized “Press 3” services for LGBTQ youth resumed today. This news comes after the Trump Administration abruptly canceled “Press 3” over a
Cooke Campaign will monitor Van Orden’s account for defamatory conduct and “evaluate all legal options” EAU CLAIRE, Wisc. — Today, counsel for Cooke for Congress sent a cease and desist letter to Derrick Van Orden directing him to stop producing defamatory and false AI deepfake videos and publicizing them through his
GREENDALE, Wis. — United States Senator Tammy Baldwin today announced her endorsement of Ben Brist, the Democratic candidate running in Assembly District 61, which covers all of Hales Corners and Greendale, as well as parts of Franklin, Greenfield, and Milwaukee. The southwest Milwaukee County-area district is viewed as one of
The News: The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC”), and Generac Power Systems, Inc. (“Generac”) have reached a settlement regarding Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty’s (WILL) client, Spencer Wimmer. WILL filed a Title VII complaint with the EEOC on Spencer’s behalf based on the denial of his request for
Think back a moment to the COVID-19 pandemic. You weren’t allowed to go to the park. You weren’t allowed to go to church. Your kids weren’t allowed to go to school. Government restrictions dominated life. We believe that this should never happen again. That government shouldn’t get to dictate if
MADISON, Wis. — While MAGA Congressman Tom Tiffany continues to support extreme policies that eliminate access to affordable healthcare coverage, working Wisconsinites everywhere are losing their coverage because of the loss of subsidies provided through the Affordable Care Act (ACA) that lowered their premiums and out-of-pocket expenses. SHOT: Congressman Tiffany voted
Applications for Next Round of Coastal Grants Now Open Through November 3 Madison, Wis. Today, in closing out Coastal Awareness Month, Governor Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Administration, has announced $1.3 million in grants to support resilient coastal communities and quality of life, as well as promote economic
MILWAUKEE – The Crowley for Wisconsin campaign released the following statement after today’s Marquette Law School Poll, which shows David Crowley leading Tom Tiffany by three percent among likely voters. “We’ve seen unprecedented spending from Trump-aligned billionaires, with three of them putting nearly $10 million into Tom Tiffany’s campaign and
Neenah, Wis. – Universities of Wisconsin and Neenah Joint School District leaders are urging students and parents in the Fox Valley to review Direct Admit offers and fill out the Direct Admit form so that students can connect with universities for fall 2027 enrollment. Officials from the school district, UW-Green
Marquette Law Poll finds that Wisconsin governor’s race remains tight; Crowley 49%, Tiffany 46% among likely voters Also: Among all registered voters: Crowley 46%, Tiffany 45% Democrats have current turnout advantage Trump job approval declines to 38%, disapproval now 60% Public remains gloomy on economy, inflation, and gas and grocery
Judges cite Glicksman’s experience, temperament, and commitment to fair and impartial justice MILWAUKEE — Ben Glicksman’s campaign for Milwaukee County Circuit Court today announced the endorsements of more than two dozen current and former Milwaukee judges: Judge Ana Berrios-Schroeder, Circuit Court Judge Ellen Brostrom, Circuit Court* Judge Jack Davila, Circuit
New reporting from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reveals that, thanks to Congressman Tom Tiffany’s opposition to extending the Affordable Care Act tax credits that kept health care premiums from surging, tens of thousands of Wisconsinites now have health coverage through the Affordable Care Act. This nearly 16 percent drop in
National attention increasing as Democratic ER nurse Mitchell Berman gains ground against Republican incumbent Steil Racine, WI — National outlets and analysts are covering new DCCC Analytics polling in Wisconsin’s First Congressional District showing ER nurse and Democratic candidate Mitchell Berman tied in a dead heat with Republican incumbent Bryan
MADISON, Wis. – Lafayette County’s approval of a license that would allow for a new livestock facility within the county has been appealed by a neighboring landowner. The new facility site is located at 14274 Fort Defiance Road, Mineral Point, in the town of Willow Springs. Lafayette County approved a
MADISON, Wis. — Recent reporting from the New York Times and Wisconsin Examiner details Democrats’ fight to take control of the state legislature, while Republicans rely on their billionaire donors and attempt to distance themselves from their party’s failed economic agenda that has caused prices to soar across the state.
During Native American Heritage Month, Tribal leaders, policymakers, entrepreneurs and industry allies will gather to advance Tribal sovereignty, economic opportunity and Indigenous priorities in federal cannabis policy WASHINGTON, D.C.,September 30, 2026 — During Native American Heritage Month, the Indigenous Cannabis Industry Association (ICIA) will bring Tribal leaders, policymakers, entreprene… Please
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources invites the public to attend two free open house events on Saturday, Oct. 10, at the Besadny Anadromous Fish Facility in Kewaunee and the Root River Steelhead Facility in Racine. “These family-friendly events are not only educational but also a fun and engaging way
Heavy vehicles join cars and light trucks for Fleet license plates, included in online management process Beginning October 1 when a new Wisconsin law takes effect, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) expands the Fleet license plate option to businesses and organizations that have heavy
WAUSAU, WI – Today, the Tom Tiffany campaign launched a new statewide ad highlighting David Crowley’s record of higher taxes and his own admission that he does not believe higher taxes are a burden on Wisconsin families. When asked whether a sales tax increase would burden Milwaukee County residents, Crowley responded: “No. I