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Americans across the country are now dealing with the fallout of Donald Trump and Republicans’ assault on our health care system, and the damage is widespread. Republicans slashed more than $1 trillion from Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act (ACA),
MADISON – Sen. Jodi Habush Sinykin and Rep. Angela Stroud today introduced legislation that would hold data centers accountable for their energy and water use, worker protections, and environmental impact. The proposed legislation, the Data Center Accountability Bill (LRB 5432), would
Ashland, Wis — Representative Stroud (D-Ashland) announced the introduction of LRB-5440/1, legislation to create Wisconsin’s first statewide standards for the development of data centers. The bill aims to ensure that as these large-scale projects expand, they strengthen Wisconsin’s economy while
MADISON, WI – Today, Senator Habush Sinykin introduced legislation to hold data centers, large energy users, and tech companies accountable to Wisconsin’s workers, environment, and taxpayers. Wisconsin is rapidly becoming a highly sought after destination for development of hyperscale data centers. As
Funding to support workforce, technology, and care coordination services The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) submitted its application for $1 billion as part of the Rural Health Transformation Program. Since August, more than 200 partners have provided feedback to shape
(WAUKESHA, Wis. 11/6/25) – The International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 139 is announcing its support of the proposed QTS data center in DeForest. The proposal represents a $12 billion investment, an unprecedented commitment to renewable energy, and a $50 million
WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) introduced a substitute amendment to his Shutdown Fairness Act and is seeking unanimous consent from his Senate colleagues to pay all federal employees and servicemembers, including furloughed workers, during a government shutdown. “Right now, I’d be willing to add furloughed workers
LAKE GENEVA, Wis. – The Wisconsin Historical Foundation announced that Black Point Estate & Gardens has received a donation of $1 million from the estate of William C. Madlener, a long-time resident of Lake Geneva. “We are deeply grateful for
EAU CLAIRE, Wisc. – Today, the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Wisconsin State Conference endorsed Rebecca Cooke for Congress in Wisconsin’s Third Congressional District. “I am so proud to earn the support of the hard-working men and women of the
Delavan, WI – Today, Nick Polce, US Army Green Beret Veteran, devoted husband and father, andbusinessman officially announced his campaign for Lieutenant Governor of Wisconsin. With a proven track record of leadership in both the military and private sector, Polce
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) today announced Gov. Tony Evers proclaimed November 6, 2025, as Wisconsin Saves Day in Wisconsin. The proclamation is part of a statewide effort promoting automatic saving through the workplace with the Wisconsin Saves program to improve
MILWAUKEE – Under the leadership of Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson, the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors adopted two measures aimed at tackling food insecurity and declaring food apartheid as a public health emergency. One of the resolutions, unanimously adopted by the
Two-factor authentication helps protect claimant accounts from being taken over by someone who has gained access to a claimant’s username and password. MADISON – Today, the Department of Workforce Development (DWD) is announcing that two-factor authentication, which helps protect claimants’
MADISON, Wis. — In recent interviews, Republican U.S. Representative and right-wing gubernatorial candidate Tom Tiffany offered his proposals for reducing health insurance costs: get less health care. While taking a break from shutting down the federal government, taking away food help
Wisconsin small businesses struggle as tariffs drive up costs on everyday items, while Van Orden and Steil continue to support policies that raise prices for working families MADISON, Wis. – Following oral arguments in front of the U.S.Supreme Court yesterday
“…the damage from past trade disruptions will take time to repair. Rebuilding trust and re-establishing consistent export channels will not happen overnight.” – Doug Rebout, Wisconsin Soybean Association President MADISON, Wis. — After months of uncertainty and plummeting soybean prices, this
Maggie Brickerman, the new president of the Wisconsin Technology Council, has laid out her vision for the organization’s future, which includes driving more investment deals in the state. Speaking yesterday at the group’s Early Stage Symposium in Madison during her
My vision as governor is to make sure every kid gets a great education that sets them up for success — one that isn’t predetermined by their ZIP code.
As Mandela Barnes flirts with another statewide campaign, it’s worth reassessing his last one, which was both overrated and underrated at the same time.
You can be cynical about politics or frustrated with taxes, but if you are going to question where your tax dollars go, remember this: funding SNAP is not a luxury item. It is basic infrastructure.
Americans across the country are now dealing with the fallout of Donald Trump and Republicans’ assault on our health care system, and the damage is widespread. Republicans slashed more than $1 trillion from Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act (ACA), ended health care tax credits, and rammed through massive giveaways
MADISON – Sen. Jodi Habush Sinykin and Rep. Angela Stroud today introduced legislation that would hold data centers accountable for their energy and water use, worker protections, and environmental impact. The proposed legislation, the Data Center Accountability Bill (LRB 5432), would be the first law of its kind in the state
Ashland, Wis — Representative Stroud (D-Ashland) announced the introduction of LRB-5440/1, legislation to create Wisconsin’s first statewide standards for the development of data centers. The bill aims to ensure that as these large-scale projects expand, they strengthen Wisconsin’s economy while protecting workers, communities, and natural resources. The bill would: Require
MADISON, WI – Today, Senator Habush Sinykin introduced legislation to hold data centers, large energy users, and tech companies accountable to Wisconsin’s workers, environment, and taxpayers. Wisconsin is rapidly becoming a highly sought after destination for development of hyperscale data centers. As local governments choose to engage and invest in this industry–and
Funding to support workforce, technology, and care coordination services The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) submitted its application for $1 billion as part of the Rural Health Transformation Program. Since August, more than 200 partners have provided feedback to shape Wisconsin’s application. The application is the first step toward connecting
(WAUKESHA, Wis. 11/6/25) – The International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 139 is announcing its support of the proposed QTS data center in DeForest. The proposal represents a $12 billion investment, an unprecedented commitment to renewable energy, and a $50 million pledge to support local initiatives that strengthen education, workforce development,
WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) introduced a substitute amendment to his Shutdown Fairness Act and is seeking unanimous consent from his Senate colleagues to pay all federal employees and servicemembers, including furloughed workers, during a government shutdown. “Right now, I’d be willing to add furloughed workers because we’re going… Please log in to access subscriber content.
LAKE GENEVA, Wis. – The Wisconsin Historical Foundation announced that Black Point Estate & Gardens has received a donation of $1 million from the estate of William C. Madlener, a long-time resident of Lake Geneva. “We are deeply grateful for William Madlener’s generous gift, which will help us ensure the
EAU CLAIRE, Wisc. – Today, the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Wisconsin State Conference endorsed Rebecca Cooke for Congress in Wisconsin’s Third Congressional District. “I am so proud to earn the support of the hard-working men and women of the IBEW in Western Wisconsin,” said Rebecca Cooke. “We need new leadership
Delavan, WI – Today, Nick Polce, US Army Green Beret Veteran, devoted husband and father, andbusinessman officially announced his campaign for Lieutenant Governor of Wisconsin. With a proven track record of leadership in both the military and private sector, Polce brings a uniqueblend of discipline, innovation, and leadership to advocate
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) today announced Gov. Tony Evers proclaimed November 6, 2025, as Wisconsin Saves Day in Wisconsin. The proclamation is part of a statewide effort promoting automatic saving through the workplace with the Wisconsin Saves program to improve financial well-being. The Wisconsin Saves program is an emp… Please
MILWAUKEE – Under the leadership of Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson, the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors adopted two measures aimed at tackling food insecurity and declaring food apartheid as a public health emergency. One of the resolutions, unanimously adopted by the board, authorizes a $150,000 appropriation transfer from the County’s contingency
Two-factor authentication helps protect claimant accounts from being taken over by someone who has gained access to a claimant’s username and password. MADISON – Today, the Department of Workforce Development (DWD) is announcing that two-factor authentication, which helps protect claimants’ personal information and the security of the Unemployment Insurance (UI)
MADISON, Wis. — In recent interviews, Republican U.S. Representative and right-wing gubernatorial candidate Tom Tiffany offered his proposals for reducing health insurance costs: get less health care. While taking a break from shutting down the federal government, taking away food help from low income families, and hiking health insurance costs, Tiffany
Wisconsin small businesses struggle as tariffs drive up costs on everyday items, while Van Orden and Steil continue to support policies that raise prices for working families MADISON, Wis. – Following oral arguments in front of the U.S.Supreme Court yesterday on whether President Trump has the authority to unilaterally impose
“…the damage from past trade disruptions will take time to repair. Rebuilding trust and re-establishing consistent export channels will not happen overnight.” – Doug Rebout, Wisconsin Soybean Association President MADISON, Wis. — After months of uncertainty and plummeting soybean prices, this week Trump tried to save face by cutting a purchasing
Maggie Brickerman, the new president of the Wisconsin Technology Council, has laid out her vision for the organization’s future, which includes driving more investment deals in the state. Speaking yesterday at the group’s Early Stage Symposium in Madison during her third day on the job, Brickerman discussed how her past
My vision as governor is to make sure every kid gets a great education that sets them up for success — one that isn’t predetermined by their ZIP code.
As Mandela Barnes flirts with another statewide campaign, it’s worth reassessing his last one, which was both overrated and underrated at the same time.
You can be cynical about politics or frustrated with taxes, but if you are going to question where your tax dollars go, remember this: funding SNAP is not a luxury item. It is basic infrastructure.