MADISON – Legislation authored by Sen. Rob Hutton (R–Brookfield) to ensure employers have the tools they need to continue offering quality, affordable health insurance benefits for their employees was approved by a Senate committee on Friday. The legislation, Senate Bill 703, addresses the explosion in the cost of employer-sponsored health coverage. With

MADISON, WI – Representative Alex Dallman (R-Markesan) released the following statement regarding the introduction of Assembly Bill 840 (AB 840) relating to requirements for data centers. “I signed on as a co-sponsor of Representative Zimmerman and Senator Quinn’s bill to ensure data centers across Wisconsin do not adversely affect Wisconsinites,” said

CONTACT: Todd Novak, novak4assembly@gmail.com Dodgeville, WI – Rep. Todd Novak will seek re-election in 2026. During his time in the Assembly, Todd has proven himself a strong advocate and independent voice for the district. Voters know they can trust Todd to put partisanship aside and get things done that put his

MADISON, Wis. — On Friday, a new report detailed Rep. Derrick Van Orden’s blatant flip-flop on the Affordable Care Act. Van Orden only voted with Democrats to continue ACA tax credits after they had already expired and Wisconsinites saw their health care costs skyrocket. Despite this eleventh-hour vote, he continues to oppose the

MADISON, Wis. — Right-wing judge and Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate Maria Lazar has once again been caught spewing an anti-abortion agenda. At a recent event, Lazar confirmed her opposition to abortion rights and discussed the possibility of a new abortion ban in Wisconsin, despite the fact that an overwhelming majority of Wisconsinites want safe

Milwaukee – WUWM 89.7 – Milwaukee’s NPR (WUWM), Wisconsin Public Radio (WPR) and WXPR announced today that they have entered a partnership to share news content among the three stations. WUWM, WPR and WXPR will share reporting on issues vital to communities across Wisconsin, with a particular focus on the

For the last year, Democratic and Progressive organizers have been mounting press conferences, protests, rallies and other actions in order to try to force Rep. Derrick Van Orden to protect ACA subsidies and prevent insurance premiums in the district from skyrocketing. And on Thursday, January 8, this long-term and concerted

Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01), Chairman of the Committee on House Administration, introduced the Stop Insider Trading Act. This legislation prohibits Members of Congress, spouses, and dependent children from purchasing publicly traded stocks. The Stop Insider Trading Act also requires public notice 7 days before a lawmaker, spouse, or dependent

SS4A Grant Funds Would Support Projects Anticipated to Save Lives Along Corridors of Concern MILWAUKEE – Today, County Executive David Crowley announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) has awarded Milwaukee County with the third-largest Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Grant in the federal program’s 2025 funding cy… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a

Non-Profit launches website, billboard and more! Franklin, WI – The National President of Forward Latino, a national non-profit, non-partisan, service and advocacy organization headquartered in Franklin, Wisconsin this morning formally launched its “The Lord Knows When We Look Away” campaign to remind all Christians of the intersection between their faith

Deadline to apply: Feb. 15, 2026  The Wisconsin State Patrol is looking for new troopers to serve in communities across the state. Applications are only accepted during the annual recruitment period which begins today and ends on Feb. 15, 2026. The Wisconsin State Patrol is a statewide, multi-role law enforcement

Since 2007 WisconsinEye has led the way to keep state government transparent, honest, and accountable. The network is an independent, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that relies on charitable investments to fulfill its mission of public service. For the past 18 years, WisconsinEye Public Affairs Network has provided a window into the

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public to take advantage of its annual Winter Free Fishing Weekend Jan. 17-18, 2026 and share the fun and excitement of winter fishing. Winter Free Fishing Weekend gives families, friends and newcomers an opportunity give fishing a try or

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trad​e and Consumer Protection (DATCP) invites Wisconsin meat processors to apply for the Meat Processor Infrastructure Grant through February 23, 2026. The meat processor grant program aims to grow Wisconsin’s meat industry and improve the long-term viability of the state’s livestock sector.

Milwaukee, WI — January 12, 2026 — Enough is Enough ~ A Legacy for Erin, a grassroots advocacy organization dedicated to preventing injury and death from reckless driving, has released its THIRD report highlighting troubling sentencing trends in Milwaukee County courts. Since launching its Court Watch MKE initiative in June 2024,

Since launching his campaign for Governor, former Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes has been crisscrossing the state on his “Wisconsin Way” tour, a statewide effort to discuss how rising costs are affecting Wisconsin families, farmers, and small businesses. This weekend, Lt. Governor Barnes traveled to Chippewa, Douglas, and Ashland counties to

AI-Assisted Film and Video Production class to open summer 2026 Menomonie, Wis. – A new Artificial Intelligence (AI) Assisted Film and Video Production course will launch at University of Wisconsin-Stout in summer 2026. The course, possibly a first-of-its-kind in the Universities of Wisconsin, was developed by a video production faculty

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Rodriguez urges lawmakers and local leaders to adopt safeguards, transparency standards, and accountability measures as ICE activity escalates in Wisconsin MADISON, WI—Lt. Governor Sara Rodriguez today called on Wisconsin legislators, county officials, mayors, and local councils to take immediate action to protect public safety, civil rights, and the integrity of

Support from communities across Wisconsin fuels early campaign growth BLACK EARTH, WIS. – Today, local elected official Dylan Helmenstine’s campaign reported raising a total of $43,339 from 165 contributions on its January Continuing Report and reports having $36,239 cash on hand. As a candidate in the Democratic Primary for Wisconsin