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Madison, WI — Wisconsin Family Action PAC is proud to endorse David Varnam for Lieutenant Governor of Wisconsin. “Wisconsin stands at a crossroads culturally and politically,” said Daniel Degner, Director of Wisconsin Family Action PAC. “We need leaders who don’t flinch
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) asks the public to avoid outdoor burning activities, as fire danger is Very High across much of the state and DNR burn permits are suspended in 43 counties. Fire risk is
Madison, WI – Secretary of State Sarah Godlewski, Chair of the Board of Commissioners of Public Lands (BCPL), completed a month-long statewide tour during National School Library Month to deliver a record breaking $73.5 million distribution from the Common School Fund to Wisconsin public schools. Since
The thing to understand about Tommy Thompson is that he doesn’t accept conventional measures of aging. At age 84, he’s still operating businesses, working on his farm near Elroy and, as has been widely noted in recent months, at least mildly entertaining the prospect of mounting a fifth bid for governor of Wisconsin.
Outagamie County Exec Tom Nelson and U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin call for revitalizing American shipbuilding.
Over the past year it has become increasingly difficult for humanitarian parolees to receive renewal confirmation for work permits and other necessary documents.
For prisoners who demonstrate rehabilitation and growth, new orders create an opportunity for a second chance. But more reforms are needed to ensure people who are released are not set up to fail.
All is not lost in voting rights set-back.
Wisconsin’s Open Records law, by design, makes it easy to get records, to fulfill its important objective of informing the electorate. Don’t hesitate to exercise your right to use it.
It isn’t the rhetoric; it’s the institutional machinery.
Comedians like Druski often evoke sharply differing reactions. Some praise the humor, others say it crosses a line. Nonetheless, he is entitled to free speech.
Donald Trump is waging two wars. One against Iran, the other against America’s working people.
May Day May Day was a great day to kick off the weekend celebrating workers and the history of the labor movement in America. I grew up in a union household and saw how important having a say in the
BREAKING NEWS — Kevin Krentz, local dairy farmer and former President of the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation (WFBF), released a first wave of endorsements demonstrating a deep level of support for his campaign in the 57th Assembly District. Well-known conservative
Wisconsin Remains Nation’s Top Cranberry Producer in 2025Download… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please contact schmies@wispolitics.com for subscription options on the WisPolitics-State Affairs platform, which is the new home for WisPolitics subscriber products.
Animal-drawn vehicles can be a common sight on Wisconsin roads, depending where you are in the state. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation Division of State Patrol is reminding both animal-drawn vehicle operators and motorists to stay alert, watch for one
MADISON, WI –– On Saturday, May 2, 2026, Senator Kelda Roys joined Free & Just for a roundtable to discuss how abortion bans across the country are harming families and highlight new attacks on reproductive freedom. The roundtable was moderated by Dana Pellebon,
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public to protect white-tailed deer fawns by leaving them alone while out exploring this spring and summer. If you encounter a fawn while outdoors, the DNR urges you not
HAVA ComplaintDownload… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please contact schmies@wispolitics.com for subscription options on the WisPolitics-State Affairs platform, which is the new home for WisPolitics subscriber products.
MADISON — Wisconsin proudly celebrates Teacher Appreciation Week, May 4-8, 2026, recognizing the significant impact educators have on the lives of students across the state. Teacher Appreciation Week is an opportunity to honor Wisconsin teachers’ deep commitment to their students’ academic growth, wellbeing and success—an impact that extends
Madison, WI — Wisconsin Family Action PAC is proud to endorse David Varnam for Lieutenant Governor of Wisconsin. “Wisconsin stands at a crossroads culturally and politically,” said Daniel Degner, Director of Wisconsin Family Action PAC. “We need leaders who don’t flinch when it comes to making the right decisions. David Varnam
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) asks the public to avoid outdoor burning activities, as fire danger is Very High across much of the state and DNR burn permits are suspended in 43 counties. Fire risk is increased by ongoing dry vegetation, low humidity, warmer temperatures and
Madison, WI – Secretary of State Sarah Godlewski, Chair of the Board of Commissioners of Public Lands (BCPL), completed a month-long statewide tour during National School Library Month to deliver a record breaking $73.5 million distribution from the Common School Fund to Wisconsin public schools. Since Godlewski has been chair, the distribution has grown by over …
The thing to understand about Tommy Thompson is that he doesn’t accept conventional measures of aging. At age 84, he’s still operating businesses, working on his farm near Elroy and, as has been widely noted in recent months, at least mildly entertaining the prospect of mounting a fifth bid for governor of Wisconsin.
Outagamie County Exec Tom Nelson and U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin call for revitalizing American shipbuilding.
Over the past year it has become increasingly difficult for humanitarian parolees to receive renewal confirmation for work permits and other necessary documents.
For prisoners who demonstrate rehabilitation and growth, new orders create an opportunity for a second chance. But more reforms are needed to ensure people who are released are not set up to fail.
All is not lost in voting rights set-back.
Wisconsin’s Open Records law, by design, makes it easy to get records, to fulfill its important objective of informing the electorate. Don’t hesitate to exercise your right to use it.
It isn’t the rhetoric; it’s the institutional machinery.
Comedians like Druski often evoke sharply differing reactions. Some praise the humor, others say it crosses a line. Nonetheless, he is entitled to free speech.
Donald Trump is waging two wars. One against Iran, the other against America’s working people.
May Day May Day was a great day to kick off the weekend celebrating workers and the history of the labor movement in America. I grew up in a union household and saw how important having a say in the workplace was for growing good-paying, family sustaining jobs. As governor,
BREAKING NEWS — Kevin Krentz, local dairy farmer and former President of the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation (WFBF), released a first wave of endorsements demonstrating a deep level of support for his campaign in the 57th Assembly District. Well-known conservative Jon P. Wilcox, veterinarian Don Nelson and multiple local officials
Wisconsin Remains Nation’s Top Cranberry Producer in 2025Download… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please contact schmies@wispolitics.com for subscription options on the WisPolitics-State Affairs platform, which is the new home for WisPolitics subscriber products.
Animal-drawn vehicles can be a common sight on Wisconsin roads, depending where you are in the state. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation Division of State Patrol is reminding both animal-drawn vehicle operators and motorists to stay alert, watch for one another, and safely share the road for the May Law
MADISON, WI –– On Saturday, May 2, 2026, Senator Kelda Roys joined Free & Just for a roundtable to discuss how abortion bans across the country are harming families and highlight new attacks on reproductive freedom. The roundtable was moderated by Dana Pellebon, A Public Affair: WORT Radio Host, and the Executive Director
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public to protect white-tailed deer fawns by leaving them alone while out exploring this spring and summer. If you encounter a fawn while outdoors, the DNR urges you not to touch it or intervene in any way – there’s
HAVA ComplaintDownload… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please contact schmies@wispolitics.com for subscription options on the WisPolitics-State Affairs platform, which is the new home for WisPolitics subscriber products.
MADISON — Wisconsin proudly celebrates Teacher Appreciation Week, May 4-8, 2026, recognizing the significant impact educators have on the lives of students across the state. Teacher Appreciation Week is an opportunity to honor Wisconsin teachers’ deep commitment to their students’ academic growth, wellbeing and success—an impact that extends far beyond… Please log in to access subscriber content. If