Assault rifle reference from Ortiz-Velez was deemed non-threatening

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Law Enforcement Associations: Celebrate signing of Assembly Bill 968 – addressing illicit use of crypto kiosks

MADISON, WI – The Wisconsin Chiefs of Police Association, Badger State Sheriffs’ Association, and Wisconsin Sheriffs & Deputy Sheriffs Association applaud Governor Evers for signing Assembly Bill 968 (AB 968) into law as 2025 Wisconsin Act 226. Act 226 establishes important statewide safeguards for crypto kiosks, which are frequently used in sophisticated

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Alfonso campaign: Michael Alfonso campaign statement on first quarter fundraising totals, setting the pace in WI-07

[Wausau, WI] — Michael Alfonso’s campaign for Wisconsin’s 7th Congressional District announced today that it has raised more than $600,000 in the first quarter of 2026, setting the record for fundraising by a non-incumbent Republican in this district.   Alfonso also received notable endorsements this quarter – President Donald J. Trump, Speaker

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Dept. of Financial Institutions: Gov. Evers honors the 2025 Governor’s Financial Literacy Award recipients

MADISON, Wis. – Today Gov. Tony Evers honored 10 individuals and 11 organizations as recipients of the 2025 Governor’s Financial Literacy Awards in a ceremony at the Wisconsin State Capitol. The recipients were honored for their efforts in helping Wisconsinites build their financial literacy and capability skills. “Financial education gives people the

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Democratic National Committee: In the states: Democrats win and overperform across the country while Trump loses support as his war of choice in Iran raises costs

On Tuesday, Judge Chris Taylor handily defeated her GOP-aligned opponent in the Wisconsin Supreme Court race, ensuring a liberal majority on the court through 2030. Taylor’s victory comes one year after Elon Musk tried — and failed — to buy a seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court. In Wisconsin: WPR: Chris

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