
Spencer Black: First it was the Big Lie; now it’s the Big Cheat
It’s not just the Republican Supreme Court that’s conspiring with Republicans to cheat.
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It’s not just the Republican Supreme Court that’s conspiring with Republicans to cheat.
BELMONT, Wis. – As the nation prepares to commemorate America 250, Wisconsin’s First Capitol in Belmont invites visitors to experience the birthplace of Wisconsin’s government starting May 23, when the site opens for weekend visits. The historic site – recently
MUSKEGO, WI — A federal judge today refused to block 2025 Wisconsin Act 126, a new law that bans out-of-state residents from helping Wisconsin candidates collect nomination signatures. Pete Karas, the Wisconsin Green Party candidate for Secretary of State, says
MADISON, Wis. — Madison College is launching two new artificial intelligence degree programs this fall — AI Data Specialist and GenAI Front-End Developer — to prepare students for in-demand technology careers. Learn more about opportunities in AI, cybersecurity and software development
MADISON, WIS., – This week, Democratic candidate for the 3rd CD Rodney Rave announced he was suspending his campaign. All Democrats in the Congressional District thank him for his willingness to serve and for his dedication to the people of
WAUSAU, WI – Congressman Tom Tiffany, candidate for governor, today announced a new seven-figure statewide ad campaign across broadcast, streaming, and digital platforms. The new ad, titled “Send in the Dam Man,” highlights Tiffany’s priorities to crack down on waste and
MADISON, WI (May 13, 2026) – After months of negotiations, a bipartisan deal has been reached on how to allocate the state’s $1.8 billion budget surplus. The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), Wisconsin’s largest small business advocate, announced its support
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers signed Executive Order #293, ordering the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff on Thurs., May 14, 2026, in honor of Hmong-Lao Veterans Day. Each year since assuming office, Gov. Evers has proclaimed May 14

Sen. Steve Nass, R-Whitewater, criticized the deal right away, and Sen. Chris Kapenga, R-Delafield, expressed his opposition in a post on X late yesterday.
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MADISON, WI — One City Schools and One City Advocates today released a formal statement in response to the $1.8 billion bipartisan budget deal announced May 11, 2026, by Governor Tony Evers, Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu, and Assembly Speaker

It’s not just the Republican Supreme Court that’s conspiring with Republicans to cheat.
BELMONT, Wis. – As the nation prepares to commemorate America 250, Wisconsin’s First Capitol in Belmont invites visitors to experience the birthplace of Wisconsin’s government starting May 23, when the site opens for weekend visits. The historic site – recently awarded a major capital project investment – will host two
MUSKEGO, WI — A federal judge today refused to block 2025 Wisconsin Act 126, a new law that bans out-of-state residents from helping Wisconsin candidates collect nomination signatures. Pete Karas, the Wisconsin Green Party candidate for Secretary of State, says the ruling hurts everyday candidates — and the voters who
MADISON, Wis. — Madison College is launching two new artificial intelligence degree programs this fall — AI Data Specialist and GenAI Front-End Developer — to prepare students for in-demand technology careers. Learn more about opportunities in AI, cybersecurity and software development at the IT Open House on Wednesday, May 20, from
MADISON, WIS., – This week, Democratic candidate for the 3rd CD Rodney Rave announced he was suspending his campaign. All Democrats in the Congressional District thank him for his willingness to serve and for his dedication to the people of Wisconsin. As a former legislator with the Ho-Chunk Nation, union
WAUSAU, WI – Congressman Tom Tiffany, candidate for governor, today announced a new seven-figure statewide ad campaign across broadcast, streaming, and digital platforms. The new ad, titled “Send in the Dam Man,” highlights Tiffany’s priorities to crack down on waste and fraud in Madison, lower property taxes and utility bills, protect
MADISON, WI (May 13, 2026) – After months of negotiations, a bipartisan deal has been reached on how to allocate the state’s $1.8 billion budget surplus. The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), Wisconsin’s largest small business advocate, announced its support of the new legislation, citing the much-needed tax relief measures
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers signed Executive Order #293, ordering the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff on Thurs., May 14, 2026, in honor of Hmong-Lao Veterans Day. Each year since assuming office, Gov. Evers has proclaimed May 14 as Hmong-Lao Veterans Day in Wisconsin. “Through their service and sacrifice, our Hmong-Lao veteran community has earned ever…

Sen. Steve Nass, R-Whitewater, criticized the deal right away, and Sen. Chris Kapenga, R-Delafield, expressed his opposition in a post on X late yesterday.
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MADISON, WI — One City Schools and One City Advocates today released a formal statement in response to the $1.8 billion bipartisan budget deal announced May 11, 2026, by Governor Tony Evers, Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu, and Assembly Speaker Robin Vos. In a state where just eight (8) percent