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Madison, Wis. — According to data compiled by the Legislative Reference Bureau (LRB), Speaker Vos and Assembly Republicans continued to block Democratic-led bills and priorities in the 2025-2026 legislative session like they have in the past. Assembly Democrats introduced 500 pieces of legislation
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – New legislation led by U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) to stop professional sports leagues from blacking out games for fans and end the complicated and costly web of streaming services has earned the strong support of the Wisconsin Restaurant Association and Tavern League of
Madison, April 27, 2026 — Associated Builders and Contractors of Wisconsin (ABC-WI) is proud to acknowledge the tremendous success of construction apprentices working across the state, during National Apprenticeship Week. “Wisconsin apprentices consistently win national competitions and demonstrate the skill and
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07), Bryan Steil (WI-01), Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05), and Glenn Grothman (WI-06) introduced the Fair Air Standards Act addressing Southeastern Wisconsin’s classification as an Ozone Nonattainment Area. “Because of outdated federal rules, hundreds of thousands of Wisconsin
Today, Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Brenda Cassellius released the following statement in response to the Milwaukee Teachers’ Education Association’s (MTEA) filing of a prohibited practice complaint against the district: MPS must make hard fiscal decisions to ensure the district is
MADISON – The Wisconsin Department of Children and Families (DCF) honored eight individuals and teams today at the 2026 Secretary’s Putting Families First Awards. The awards were presented during a celebration at the Pyle Center as part of Wisconsin’s proclaimed
Madison – The Wisconsin Legislative Taiwan Friendship Caucus released the following statement in response to recent developments in Taiwan: “The Wisconsin Taiwan Friendship Caucus was formed in 2021 with the goals of supporting Taiwan’s commitment to democracy, strengthening the bonds
Over 7 million seniors rely on Medicaid to cover essential services, like long-term care, medical equipment, hospitalization, and prescription drugs. As the single largest payer to long-term care services in the country, middle-class families depend on Medicaid to help take
MADISON — Seventeen schools have been named Wisconsin’s first Purple Star Schools, recognizing their significant commitment to supporting military-connected students and families. State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly announced the designations today during a Month of the Military Child celebration in Tomah. “At the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, we are deeply committed to supporting … Please
(La Crosse, Wisconsin) – On Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at 5:30 pm, families and loved ones of workers across western Wisconsin will gather at Green Island Park in La Crosse to remember those who have lost their lives on the
GREEN BAY, Wis. — State Rep. Amaad Rivera-Wagner announced Monday that he is seeking reelection, pointing to a first term focused on delivering results for Green Bay and bringing people together to solve real problems. Rivera-Wagner will officially kick off his
(Stevens Point, Wisconsin, April 27, 2026) – In the last year, the U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development made $330 million in investments in rural communities across Wisconsin. These investments helped to boost Wisconsin’s economy, invest in agricultural opportunities, develop rural
Washington, DC – Today, Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01), Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05), Glenn Grothman (WI-06), and Tom Tiffany (WI-07), introduced the Fair Air Standards Act addressing Southeastern Wisconsin’s classification as an Ozone Nonattainment Area. Reps. Steil, Grothman, Tiffany at today’s press conference “Families in Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. — Today, new reporting from Raw Story details how the Wisconsin Federation of College Republicans’ (WICRS) has aligned themselves with Nick Fuentes’ ally and College Republicans of America’s political director Kai Schwemmer. Experts describe the normalization of extremists pushing fringe and
MADISON, Wis. – Judge Lyndsey Brunette has announced the support of Larry Martin, the former executive director of the State Bar of Wisconsin, for her campaign for Wisconsin Supreme Court. “Wisconsin’s legal community depends on a Supreme Court that upholds
MADISON – The Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) is celebrating National Apprenticeship Week April 26-May 2, and this year has something extra special to announce. Wisconsin’s 16 technical colleges will now review apprenticeship-related learning from all sources to count as
APPLETON – State Sen. Kelda Roys announced Monday the endorsement of Thomas Nelson, Outagamie County Executive, who previously served in the state assembly as the Democratic Majority Leader. “Since our time in the Assembly together almost 20 years ago, I’ve
JANESVILLE, Wis. — Take a step toward wellness on May 2 at Blackhawk Technical College’s Beloit-Janesville Campus at 6004 S. County Road G, Janesville, WI 53546. A free, family-friendly Behavioral Health and Wellness Fair, held in honor of Mental Health
Iron County Republican Party, Angie Sapik will “stand up for taxpayers.” [Lake Nebagamon, WI…] The Iron County Republican Party today announced its full endorsement of Angie Sapik in the Republican Primary for Wisconsin State Senate District 25. Tanner Hiller, Iron
Madison, Wis. — According to data compiled by the Legislative Reference Bureau (LRB), Speaker Vos and Assembly Republicans continued to block Democratic-led bills and priorities in the 2025-2026 legislative session like they have in the past. Assembly Democrats introduced 500 pieces of legislation this session, more bills than in any session over the
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – New legislation led by U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) to stop professional sports leagues from blacking out games for fans and end the complicated and costly web of streaming services has earned the strong support of the Wisconsin Restaurant Association and Tavern League of Wisconsin. This comes in addition to recent polling showin… Please log in
Madison, April 27, 2026 — Associated Builders and Contractors of Wisconsin (ABC-WI) is proud to acknowledge the tremendous success of construction apprentices working across the state, during National Apprenticeship Week. “Wisconsin apprentices consistently win national competitions and demonstrate the skill and strength of their training,” said Kelly Tourdot, President of ABC-WI.
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07), Bryan Steil (WI-01), Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05), and Glenn Grothman (WI-06) introduced the Fair Air Standards Act addressing Southeastern Wisconsin’s classification as an Ozone Nonattainment Area. “Because of outdated federal rules, hundreds of thousands of Wisconsin drivers in seven counties are forced to complete emissio… Please
Today, Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Brenda Cassellius released the following statement in response to the Milwaukee Teachers’ Education Association’s (MTEA) filing of a prohibited practice complaint against the district: MPS must make hard fiscal decisions to ensure the district is protecting resources for classrooms and presenting a balanced budget proposal
MADISON – The Wisconsin Department of Children and Families (DCF) honored eight individuals and teams today at the 2026 Secretary’s Putting Families First Awards. The awards were presented during a celebration at the Pyle Center as part of Wisconsin’s proclaimed month-long recognition of Family Strengthening Month. DCF Secretary-designee Jeff Pertl and
Madison – The Wisconsin Legislative Taiwan Friendship Caucus released the following statement in response to recent developments in Taiwan: “The Wisconsin Taiwan Friendship Caucus was formed in 2021 with the goals of supporting Taiwan’s commitment to democracy, strengthening the bonds of friendship between Taiwan and Wisconsin, and promoting closer economic
Over 7 million seniors rely on Medicaid to cover essential services, like long-term care, medical equipment, hospitalization, and prescription drugs. As the single largest payer to long-term care services in the country, middle-class families depend on Medicaid to help take care of their loved ones. Six in 10 nursing home
MADISON — Seventeen schools have been named Wisconsin’s first Purple Star Schools, recognizing their significant commitment to supporting military-connected students and families. State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly announced the designations today during a Month of the Military Child celebration in Tomah. “At the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, we are deeply committed to supporting … Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have
(La Crosse, Wisconsin) – On Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at 5:30 pm, families and loved ones of workers across western Wisconsin will gather at Green Island Park in La Crosse to remember those who have lost their lives on the job and demand action to prevent dangers that cause unnecessary
GREEN BAY, Wis. — State Rep. Amaad Rivera-Wagner announced Monday that he is seeking reelection, pointing to a first term focused on delivering results for Green Bay and bringing people together to solve real problems. Rivera-Wagner will officially kick off his campaign on May 6 at Backstage at the Meyer Theatre.
(Stevens Point, Wisconsin, April 27, 2026) – In the last year, the U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development made $330 million in investments in rural communities across Wisconsin. These investments helped to boost Wisconsin’s economy, invest in agricultural opportunities, develop rural infrastructure, and encourage private investment in rural America. “Rural communities
Washington, DC – Today, Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01), Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05), Glenn Grothman (WI-06), and Tom Tiffany (WI-07), introduced the Fair Air Standards Act addressing Southeastern Wisconsin’s classification as an Ozone Nonattainment Area. Reps. Steil, Grothman, Tiffany at today’s press conference “Families in Wisconsin shouldn’t be paying for pollution originating from outside the …
MADISON, Wis. — Today, new reporting from Raw Story details how the Wisconsin Federation of College Republicans’ (WICRS) has aligned themselves with Nick Fuentes’ ally and College Republicans of America’s political director Kai Schwemmer. Experts describe the normalization of extremists pushing fringe and hateful views like Nick Fuentes and Kai Schwemmer as indicating
MADISON, Wis. – Judge Lyndsey Brunette has announced the support of Larry Martin, the former executive director of the State Bar of Wisconsin, for her campaign for Wisconsin Supreme Court. “Wisconsin’s legal community depends on a Supreme Court that upholds the rule of law and treats every person who comes
MADISON – The Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) is celebrating National Apprenticeship Week April 26-May 2, and this year has something extra special to announce. Wisconsin’s 16 technical colleges will now review apprenticeship-related learning from all sources to count as credit for prior learning to fast-track some apprentices toward an
APPLETON – State Sen. Kelda Roys announced Monday the endorsement of Thomas Nelson, Outagamie County Executive, who previously served in the state assembly as the Democratic Majority Leader. “Since our time in the Assembly together almost 20 years ago, I’ve admired Kelda’s smarts and effectiveness at getting things done in
JANESVILLE, Wis. — Take a step toward wellness on May 2 at Blackhawk Technical College’s Beloit-Janesville Campus at 6004 S. County Road G, Janesville, WI 53546. A free, family-friendly Behavioral Health and Wellness Fair, held in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, will take place from 10:30 a.m. to 1
Iron County Republican Party, Angie Sapik will “stand up for taxpayers.” [Lake Nebagamon, WI…] The Iron County Republican Party today announced its full endorsement of Angie Sapik in the Republican Primary for Wisconsin State Senate District 25. Tanner Hiller, Iron County Republican Party Chair, issued the following statement: “The Iron