MILWAUKEE — Judge Pedro Colón’s campaign for the Wisconsin Supreme Court announced today that it raised $250,185 in the first reporting period of the race, over $100,000 more than his opponent. The campaign’s strong fundraising showing follows the announcement of over 100 endorsements from across Wisconsin, including Justice-elect Chris Taylor,

MADISON, WI – Yesterday, Senate Republicans reported 75% of the money they’ve raised this year has come from 2 MAGA billionaire donors. The Committee To Elect A Republican Senate (CERS) received $4 million from longtime Republican donors Diane Hendricks and Elizabeth Uihlein, which they then funneled to struggling candidates across Wisconsin. SSDC Communications Director

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that a fisheries research project in Vilas County has been recognized with a Sport Fish Restoration Project Award, presented by the American Fisheries Society (AFS). These annual national awards recognize research projects that embody both scientific excellence and effective

MILWAUKEE (July 16, 2026) — The Community Development Alliance (CDA) announced the addition of David Bowen to its board of directors. In this role, Bowen will support CDA in its mission of creating homeownership opportunities for all Milwaukeeans and protecting low-income senior citizens from being displaced from their homes because

Ashland, Wis – A new coalition, Northwoods United, has launched with the goal of having local residents pledge to be respectful and peaceful when it comes to conversations and actions around the Line 5 relocation project that recently began construction in Bayfield, Ashland and Iron Counties. Among other items, the

MADISON, Wis. — Desperate Donald Trump is slated to make a primetime television speech tonight, reportedly focused on recycling lies about his 2020 election loss. Trump’s gambit to distract, divide, and cling to power comes amidst a domestic rising cost crisis and a war he started by choice. A Better Wisconsin

MADISON, Wis. — Wisconsin’s single-family housing market remained steady through the first half of 2026, with new home construction permits edging up 1.1% statewide compared to the same period in 2025, according to data released by the Wisconsin Builders Association (WBA). Municipalities across Wisconsin issued 7,034 single-family housing permits during

WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Tony Wied (R-WI) introduced the Restoring American Manufacturing (RAM) Act to provide resources to small businesses seeking to bring their manufacturing back to the United States. The RAM Act would codify the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Make Onshoring Great Again Portal, connecting small businesses who seek to onshore their operations… Please

[Lake Nebagamon, WI…] Former 73rd State Representative Angie Sapik filed her campaign’s finance report in her bid for the 25th State Senate seat. Sapik, an official 2024 Trump elector, was elected to the state Assembly in 2022 and served one term representing the 73rd Assembly District. She was then elected to

On Monday, Sara Rodriguez claimed she had around $200k cash-on-hand after being hit with an “extinction level event” and “mortal blow” due to lying to voters on campaign finance reports and committing potential ethics violations. However… following last night’s reporting deadline, Sara Rodriguez reports having just $34k cash-on-hand, along with more than $152k in debt… Please

Appleton will welcome nearly 80 young classical musicians from across the United States and abroad this July as Lawrence University expands its summer music programming and brings a series of public performances to campus and downtown venues. The summer lineup includes the Lawrence Summer Music Institute, a weeklong program for

MADISON, WI – Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway today announced her campaign for a third term as Mayor of Madison, pledging to build on her work helping Madison residents at a pivotal moment for Madison and the state. “Together, we have delivered real results for the people of Madison – more affordable

MADISON – Wisconsin’s ongoing commitment to competitive integrated employment (CIE) for individuals with disabilities continues to produce positive outcomes, according to the newly released 2026 Joint CIE Report. The annual report provides data on workers with disabilities who receive services from a combination of the Department of Workforce Development’s (DWD) Division of

Milwaukee (July 16) – Rethink 794, a Milwaukee volunteer coalition, and Strong Towns Metro MKE call on Gov. Tony Evers to pause the $10 million Interstate-794 resurfacing project until the ongoing Lake Interchange Study is completed. The groups also urged Evers to order the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) release

MADISON, Wis. — New financial reporting shows that MAGA candidate for governor Tom Tiffany’s campaign is propped up by just three billionaire donors — Diane Hendricks and Richard and Elizabeth Uihlein. Their combined over $6 million in donations to the Republican Party of Wisconsin account for a majority of Tiffany’s fundraising haul with

MADISON – The Sara Rodriguez campaign released the following statement: “The Rodriguez campaign is actively working to ensure our financial records are accurate and complete. The former staff member who was responsible for preparing our campaign finance information provided limited documentation before termination, and we are continuing to gather the

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced that the Evers Administration has adopted a new Clean Fleet Policy, requiring state agencies to purchase alternative fuel vehicles, such as electric vehicles or plug-in hybrids, for new fleet vehicle acquisitions unless an approved exemption applies. The Clean Fleet Policy, created in partnership with the Office of

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the results of this year’s Operation Dry Water campaign, held over the weekend of July 3-5.  Operation Dry Water is a national initiative dedicated to reducing alcohol and drug-related boating incidents and fatalities through education and enforcement. The goal is

MADISON – Jalen Knuteson, spokesperson for State Sen. Kelda Roys, released the following statement Thursday morning after the filing deadline: “The numbers are in and it’s clear that this is a two-person primary: Roys and Hong have equivalent cash on hand (just over $400k), and overall fundraising totals for the

Milwaukee/Rock County, July 16, 2026 –The US Treasury has certified Acts Housing’s lending division, Acts Lending, as Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI). The designation is granted to mission-driven institutions that provide financial services in low-income communities historically underserved by traditional financial institutions. Acts Housing, which makes homeownership … Please log in to