MILWAUKEE – Today, leaders and officials representing Milwaukee County, the City of Milwaukee, and Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District (MMSD) convened the first meeting of the combined Flood Mitigation Task Force to plan for both short-term and long-term flooding safety work. The task force has brought together the expertise of MMSD, the

Contact: Rep. Jessie Rodriguez, (608) 237-9121 OAK CREEK, Wis. – Representative Jessie Rodriguez (R-Oak Creek) announced her retirement from the Wisconsin Assembly after years of dedicated service. She made the following statement: “When I decided to run for office 13 years ago, it was one of the most difficult decisions I

MADISON, Wis. – Judge Lyndsey Brunette’s campaign for Wisconsin Supreme Court has added seven new judicial endorsements, expanding her coalition to 31 current and retired judges from across Wisconsin who are supporting her candidacy. “These current and former judges have spent their careers upholding the law and delivering fair outcomes

EAU CLAIRE, Wisc. – Today, Rebecca Cooke, candidate for Congress in Wisconsin’s Third Congressional District, adds to her broad coalition of support with endorsements from 50 local elected officials from every corner of the District. These endorsements from community leaders across West Central Wisconsin shows the growing momentum of Rebecca’s campaign

Jefferson Elementary, Newman Catholic recognized for student success Delafield, Wis. – The Institute for Reforming Government (IRG) released on Thursday, “Wausau Wins: How Wausau Became a Wisconsin Education Leader,” a report highlighting the city’s standout educational performance. The report found Wausau’s public and private schools are high performers, some among

WAUSAU, WI — Marathon County Sheriff Chad Billeb today announced his endorsement of Republican candidate Kevin Hermening in Wisconsin’s 7th Congressional District race, citing Hermening’s leadership, public service, and longstanding commitment to northern Wisconsin communities. SEE VIDEO HERE  Sheriff Billeb and Hermening have worked together over the years on initiatives

One year after the federal REAL ID deadline, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) notes that nearly 72% of Wisconsinites are REAL ID compliant, with more than 3.5 million REAL ID driver licenses or ID cards in residents’ wallets. “Wisconsin remains REAL ID ready,” DMV Administrator

WAUSAU – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin today endorsed Yee Leng Xiong, Marathon County Supervisor and D.C. Everest School Board Treasurer, in the Democratic primary for Wisconsin State Treasurer. “Yee Leng Xiong has spent his career managing public dollars responsibly and delivering for the people he serves,” said Senator Tammy Baldwin.

TODAY! Goat Flow and Goat Snuggles | Green Bay Campus It’s everyone’s favorite annual event today, Tuesday, May 7 in Phoenix Park. Goat Flow is being held from 1-3 p.m. and Goat Snuggles from 3-4 p.m. This annual event is one of the best ways for students to relax and unwind as

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice on Tuesday filed criminal charges against Debbie Long, 44, of Milwaukee, for allegedly defrauding Wisconsin Medicaid of nearly $2.2 million, fraudulently obtaining a federal Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan, and laundering the proceeds of her unlawful activities. Long is further alleged to

MILWAUKEE- Today, Healthy Climate Wisconsin released its second Health Harms Report, contrasting WE Energies’ ((WEC) (WPS)) $804 million in first quarter profits with the effect of expanded fossil fuel generation and $700 million of stranded assets on Wisconsin communities and their health. We report the health consequences of energy insecurity

MADISON, Wis. — Van Orden has had quite the head-spinning week as evidenced by his 108 tweets. From a Covid denialism to his bathroom habits, you can find all the highlights (or lowlights) of Van Orden’s online presence this past week below. DVO’S DADDY OF THE WEEK: DR. FAUCI This week, Van

MADISON, Wis. — Law Forward filed a new lawsuit today in Dane County Circuit Court on behalf of two Madison voters whose legally cast absentee ballots were counted on Election Day and then ordered thrown out by the Wisconsin Elections Commission (WEC) weeks later. The plaintiffs are among 23 Madison

GREEN BAY, Wis. — At the University of Wisconsin–Green Bay, students aren’t waiting to lead someday—they’re leading now. That momentum will be celebrated Friday, May 8, 2026 during UW–Green Bay’s Celebrating Civic Engagement event, recognizing students and community partners whose collaboration is creating real impact across Northeast Wisconsin. The event will take place a… Please

Hulsey the man with a plan, only governor candidate who fought to get billions for WI residents, worked with Black citizens to cut energy bills and increase democracy in Mississippi Madison, WI—At the opening, former Representative, carpenter and Democratic governor candidate Brett Hulsey today honored Dr. Alex Gee and all

Comment period open through June 5 for Bicycle Federation of Wisconsin and Wisconsin FFA Foundation A 30-day public comment period is now open as the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) reviews applications from two organizations requesting new specialty license plates: The Bicycle Federation of Wisconsin mission is

Protect Our Care Releases New Report Detailing How GOP Medicaid Cuts Are Blowing a Hole in State Budgets Watch the Full Event Here. Read the Report Here. Washington, D.C. – Today, Wisconsin Lieutenant Governor Sara Rodriguez, Colorado Lieutenant Governor Dianne Primavera, Virginia Secretary of Health and Human Resources Marvin Figueroa,

WASHINGTON, May 6—Associated Builders and Contractors today released the results of a new survey conducted by The Harris Poll in six battleground states—Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, North Carolina, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin—which found that nonunion skilled trades workers—who make up nearly 90% of the construction workforce—are an influential voting bloc in elect… Please log in to access subscriber content.

MADISON, Wis. — After Roe v. Wade was overturned, triggering Wisconsin’s 1849 abortion ban, Congressman Tom Tiffany voted against a bipartisan bill to protect Wisconsin women’s ability to cross state lines to obtain legal abortions and shield the state-to-state transportation of FDA-approved abortion medications like mifepristone. Tiffany has repeatedly supported extreme l… Please log in

Fertilizer prices are also straining Wisconsin farmers struggling to stay afloat. Madison, WI – This week, diesel prices in Wisconsin reached a multiyear high of $5.71 as Trump’s war of choice in Iran continues into its 9th week. Gas prices in Wisconsin are up by more than $1.60 since the