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The GOP’s staggering cuts to Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act are bringing our country’s health care system to its breaking point. After Trump and Republicans in Congress slashed over $1 trillion from health care to fund tax breaks for
Proposed 765-kV transmission routes threaten Sauk County’s scenic landscape, tourism economy and agricultural resources BARABOO, WI — September 3, 2026 — Sauk County Board Chair Tim McCumber is calling on Midcontinent Grid Solutions (MGS) to fundamentally rethink the proposed BECI
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds anglers that the 2026 hook and line season for lake sturgeon will be open on certain waters from Sept. 5 through Sept. 30, 2026. All anglers looking to harvest a lake sturgeon
MILWAUKEE, WI — Forward Latino today condemned the White House for releasing arcade-style video games that turn immigration enforcement and deportation into entertainment, including Rio Run, where players pursue migrants and earn points connected to deportations, and Build the Wall,
(WAUKESHA, Wis.) – Waukesha County and Jefferson County marked the completion of nearly 12.5 miles of new trail connecting the counties and providing a regional off-road route between Oconomowoc and Watertown. Officials celebrated the completion of Jefferson County’s Interurban Trail and the
MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) confirms that a 4-year-old grade mare in Portage County has tested positive for Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE). It is the state’s first confirmed case of EEE in a
Drives in La Crosse, Eau Claire, and Kenosha collected supplies for local students as tariffs and Republican health care cuts stretch family budgets thin MADISON, Wis. — Opportunity Wisconsin last week wrapped up back-to-school supply drives in La Crosse, Eau Claire,
Drought Conditions Causing Challenges For Water Recreation MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources encourages boaters to take extra care at public water access sites throughout the state, where ongoing drought conditions continue to cause low water levels. Much
Baldwin stops in Wausau, Green Bay, Monona, Waterloo, and Twin Ports WISCONSIN – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) wrapped up the second week of her “Ending Chaos, Lowering Costs” statewide tour with stops in Wausau, Green Bay, Monona, Waterloo, and
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MADISON, Wis. — The Religious Freedom Constitutional Amendment on the November ballot promotes fairness and equal treatment for individuals who practice their faith. If liquor stores and big-box corporations can remain open during a state of emergency, churches should have
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public to plan ahead this Labor Day weekend to avoid long lines and enjoy more time outside on Wisconsin’s public lands. With over 20 million visitors annually, Wisconsin State Park
Farm Bureau becomes second statewide agricultural organization to back campaign NEW FRANKEN, WI — The Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation’s political action committee, Volunteers for Agriculture, announced this week that they have endorsed Nic Cravillion in his campaign to represent the citizens
“Right now people in the district feel betrayed by Bryan Steil because he had made promises to bring costs down, but things have only gotten worse here for people, and I think that’s because of policy positions he’s championed, allowed
To celebrate and honor workers this Labor Day, the High Road Strategy Center has released The State of Working Wisconsin 2026. Since our first edition in 1996, we’ve been providing a view of the economy from the perspective of working
MADISON, Wis. — It’s no secret that Congressman Tom Tiffany’s support for trade wars, foreign wars, and cuts to healthcare and food assistance at the behest of billionaires is driving up costs and hurting working people across Wisconsin. In recognition of the
On this week’s “Capitol Chats,” Milwaukee Police Association Vice President Joel Moeller discusses Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson’s proclamation setting new limits on Flock camera usage by city police and how state lawmakers should respond to public backlash against the automated
MADISON — Recent action by the Wisconsin Elections Commission shows that MacIver’s commitment to election integrity is forcing officials to take notice and address key failings in our election system. The Wisconsin Elections Commission recently took up two high-profile issues MacIver has doggedly
As Biden-era Bipartisan Infrastructure Law approaches its end, Gov. Evers emphasizes importance of maintaining critical investments to support 21st-century infrastructure for Wisconsin MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers sent a letter to every member of Wisconsin’s Congressional delegation, urging them to swiftly pass a federal surface transportation reauthorization
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, discuss an election worker’s error that led to delayed Milwaukee results for the August primary and broader issues resulting in late absentee ballot results from Milwaukee’s central count facility in prior elections. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
The GOP’s staggering cuts to Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act are bringing our country’s health care system to its breaking point. After Trump and Republicans in Congress slashed over $1 trillion from health care to fund tax breaks for billionaires and big corporations, over 1,200 hospitals, clinics, and essential
Proposed 765-kV transmission routes threaten Sauk County’s scenic landscape, tourism economy and agricultural resources BARABOO, WI — September 3, 2026 — Sauk County Board Chair Tim McCumber is calling on Midcontinent Grid Solutions (MGS) to fundamentally rethink the proposed BECI 765-kilovolt transmission project and develop a route that respects Sauk
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds anglers that the 2026 hook and line season for lake sturgeon will be open on certain waters from Sept. 5 through Sept. 30, 2026. All anglers looking to harvest a lake sturgeon must have their general 2026 fishing license and a valid
MILWAUKEE, WI — Forward Latino today condemned the White House for releasing arcade-style video games that turn immigration enforcement and deportation into entertainment, including Rio Run, where players pursue migrants and earn points connected to deportations, and Build the Wall, which portrays migrants approaching the southern border as a threatening
(WAUKESHA, Wis.) – Waukesha County and Jefferson County marked the completion of nearly 12.5 miles of new trail connecting the counties and providing a regional off-road route between Oconomowoc and Watertown. Officials celebrated the completion of Jefferson County’s Interurban Trail and the final western segment of Waukesha County’s Lake Country Trail during
MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) confirms that a 4-year-old grade mare in Portage County has tested positive for Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE). It is the state’s first confirmed case of EEE in a horse this year. In 2025, DATCP documented one case of
Drives in La Crosse, Eau Claire, and Kenosha collected supplies for local students as tariffs and Republican health care cuts stretch family budgets thin MADISON, Wis. — Opportunity Wisconsin last week wrapped up back-to-school supply drives in La Crosse, Eau Claire, Kenosha, and Mt. Pleasant, collecting over 100 backpacks, and dozens
Drought Conditions Causing Challenges For Water Recreation MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources encourages boaters to take extra care at public water access sites throughout the state, where ongoing drought conditions continue to cause low water levels. Much of the state is experiencing some level of drought, with conditions
Baldwin stops in Wausau, Green Bay, Monona, Waterloo, and Twin Ports WISCONSIN – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) wrapped up the second week of her “Ending Chaos, Lowering Costs” statewide tour with stops in Wausau, Green Bay, Monona, Waterloo, and the Twin Ports to meet with Wisconsinites and discuss how
Temporary MyVote Wisconsin OutageDownload… 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, Wis. — The Religious Freedom Constitutional Amendment on the November ballot promotes fairness and equal treatment for individuals who practice their faith. If liquor stores and big-box corporations can remain open during a state of emergency, churches should have the same freedom to gather. Government should not be able
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public to plan ahead this Labor Day weekend to avoid long lines and enjoy more time outside on Wisconsin’s public lands. With over 20 million visitors annually, Wisconsin State Park System properties can be a popular destination on holidays and weekends.
Farm Bureau becomes second statewide agricultural organization to back campaign NEW FRANKEN, WI — The Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation’s political action committee, Volunteers for Agriculture, announced this week that they have endorsed Nic Cravillion in his campaign to represent the citizens of the Wisconsin First Senate District in the upcoming fall
“Right now people in the district feel betrayed by Bryan Steil because he had made promises to bring costs down, but things have only gotten worse here for people, and I think that’s because of policy positions he’s championed, allowed and abdicated to Donald Trump.” -Mitchell BermanMADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, new reporting
To celebrate and honor workers this Labor Day, the High Road Strategy Center has released The State of Working Wisconsin 2026. Since our first edition in 1996, we’ve been providing a view of the economy from the perspective of working people. This year, the picture is mixed. Some real strengths
MADISON, Wis. — It’s no secret that Congressman Tom Tiffany’s support for trade wars, foreign wars, and cuts to healthcare and food assistance at the behest of billionaires is driving up costs and hurting working people across Wisconsin. In recognition of the upcoming Labor Day holiday and in solidarity with workers across
On this week’s “Capitol Chats,” Milwaukee Police Association Vice President Joel Moeller discusses Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson’s proclamation setting new limits on Flock camera usage by city police and how state lawmakers should respond to public backlash against the automated license plate readers…. Please log in to access subscriber content.
MADISON — Recent action by the Wisconsin Elections Commission shows that MacIver’s commitment to election integrity is forcing officials to take notice and address key failings in our election system. The Wisconsin Elections Commission recently took up two high-profile issues MacIver has doggedly covered: Green Bay’s repeated duplicate-ballot mailings and Milwaukee’s August 11
As Biden-era Bipartisan Infrastructure Law approaches its end, Gov. Evers emphasizes importance of maintaining critical investments to support 21st-century infrastructure for Wisconsin MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers sent a letter to every member of Wisconsin’s Congressional delegation, urging them to swiftly pass a federal surface transportation reauthorization package that continues to … Please log in to access
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, discuss an election worker’s error that led to delayed Milwaukee results for the August primary and broader issues resulting in late absentee ballot results from Milwaukee’s central count facility in prior elections. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.