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Janesville, Wis. – Representative Ann Roe (D–Janesville) and Representative Andrew Hysell (D–Sun Prairie) will host a roundtable discussion in Janesville to discuss tariffs and the impact of private school funding on property taxes. Rep. Hysell has introduced legislation aimed at improving
MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, WisDems Chair Devin Remiker sat down with WMTV to discuss the 2026 Governor’s race. During the interview, Remiker highlights the TV ad WisDems put out last week that tells voters about GOP candidate Tom Tiffany’s history of supporting tariffs. WMTV:Chairs Of WisDems,
(Washington, D.C.) – Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-WI) released the following statement regarding the risk of a government shutdown due to House Democrats’ actions: “I am once again calling on Democrats to join Republicans in voting for legislation to ensure the government remains open before tonight’s deadline,”said
MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul announced that Wisconsin and a coalition of states secured a court order protecting federal funding for emergency preparedness and public safety. Last week, the U.S. District Court for the District of Rhode Island
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today celebrated his plan to lower energy bill costs for Wisconsin’s working families, a crucial piece of which will go into effect tomorrow, Oct. 1, 2025. Beginning tomorrow, thanks to the bipartisan, pro-kid budget Gov. Evers
Republicans are barrelling the country towards a government shutdown instead of addressing rising health care costs they have created. And Washington Republicans Derrick Van Orden and Bryan Steil are falling in line. Republicans are actively working to rip away ACA tax credits,
MADISON, WI – Today marks the official closure dates of the Veterans Housing and Recovery Program facilities in Green Bay and Chippewa Falls, displacing multiple veterans who are currently struggling with homelessness and addiction and cutting off support for any vets
(Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) — Today 314 Action Fund, the nation’s only organization dedicated to recruiting, training and electing doctors and scientists announced the endorsement of Lieutenant Governor Sara Rodriguez for Wisconsin Governor. As a registered nurse and public health leader, Rodriguez is
WAUWATOSA, Wis. (Sept. 30, 2025) –Today, Froedtert Hospital announced plans to open a specialized Obstetric Emergency Department that will provide round-the-clock emergency care for obstetric and pregnant patients. It will be located in the space formerly occupied by the Children’s
WAUSAU, WI – United States Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) formally endorsed Tom Tiffany’s bid for Wisconsin Governor. “I have known Tom for years, and I know he is the leader Wisconsin needs. When we served together in the state legislature, Tom stood up
In a new video, Radical Rebecca Cooke claimed ICE’s efforts to remove violent criminal illegal immigrants is “disgusting and wrong.” “Rebecca Cooke has made it clear that she stands with the radical far left and criminal illegal immigrants, not Wisconsinites and law enforcement. Radical
MADISON, Wis. – Governor Evers declared October Cybersecurity Awareness Month in Wisconsin. Accordingly, the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is partnering with the Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA) and the Wisconsin Department of Military Affairs (DMA) to promote
The University of Wisconsin‑Stevens Point is preparing to launch its new online Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Language and Literacy program. The first of its kind in Wisconsin, the program designed for educators, administrators and literacy leaders aims to equip
The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire is pleased to host the Imagine Lecture presented by Mayo Clinic Health System-Eau Claire at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 9, in the Dakota Ballroom of Davies Center. The series was established in memory of the late Dr. David
Contact: press@missyforgovernor.com; 414-865-6299 Support Surges for Missy’s Main Street Economy Vision for Wisconsin Delivering for Wisconsin Workers, Families and Businesses in All 72 Counties Former Dairy Industry Leader and Previous Head of Wisconsin’s Economic Development Agency Isn’t a Politician — and That’s the
MADISON, Wis. — As a government shutdown looms, northern Wisconsin Congressman and Republican gubernatorial candidate Tom Tiffany is willing to let it happen and make Wisconsinites pay the cost. “Let’s be clear: this government shutdown is 100% avoidable, but Trump and
With Evers flexing his new, court-created authority, Wisconsinites are right to fear for their pocketbooks. But the Legislature can still act to ensure that the “will of the people” actually is the law of the land.
Once again, women in Wisconsin are being denied full control of their reproductive health care decisions. Once again, Illinois is preparing to offer services for the abortion procedure.
Three of the largest energy providers in the state want to increase electric rates in Wisconsin.
Because energy costs are baked into everything we eat, buy and do, we shouldn’t all pay for the mega-corporation’s technology gold rush. Demand accountability: Data centers must pay their own way, or the grid — and our wallets — will buckle under their weight.
Janesville, Wis. – Representative Ann Roe (D–Janesville) and Representative Andrew Hysell (D–Sun Prairie) will host a roundtable discussion in Janesville to discuss tariffs and the impact of private school funding on property taxes. Rep. Hysell has introduced legislation aimed at improving tariff tax transparency in Wisconsin. The public event will take
MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, WisDems Chair Devin Remiker sat down with WMTV to discuss the 2026 Governor’s race. During the interview, Remiker highlights the TV ad WisDems put out last week that tells voters about GOP candidate Tom Tiffany’s history of supporting tariffs. WMTV:Chairs Of WisDems, WisGOP Talk Strategy For Wisconsin Governor’s Race By: Vanessa Kjeldsen
(Washington, D.C.) – Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-WI) released the following statement regarding the risk of a government shutdown due to House Democrats’ actions: “I am once again calling on Democrats to join Republicans in voting for legislation to ensure the government remains open before tonight’s deadline,”said Congressman Grothman. “I voted for similar bil… Please log in to
MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul announced that Wisconsin and a coalition of states secured a court order protecting federal funding for emergency preparedness and public safety. Last week, the U.S. District Court for the District of Rhode Island granted summary judgment in a lawsuit brought by AG Kaul
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today celebrated his plan to lower energy bill costs for Wisconsin’s working families, a crucial piece of which will go into effect tomorrow, Oct. 1, 2025. Beginning tomorrow, thanks to the bipartisan, pro-kid budget Gov. Evers enacted this summer, Wisconsin residents will no longer pay sales
Republicans are barrelling the country towards a government shutdown instead of addressing rising health care costs they have created. And Washington Republicans Derrick Van Orden and Bryan Steil are falling in line. Republicans are actively working to rip away ACA tax credits, which would cause over 20 million hardworking Americans to face
MADISON, WI – Today marks the official closure dates of the Veterans Housing and Recovery Program facilities in Green Bay and Chippewa Falls, displacing multiple veterans who are currently struggling with homelessness and addiction and cutting off support for any vets who may struggle in the future. Wisconsin State Senators Dianne
(Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) — Today 314 Action Fund, the nation’s only organization dedicated to recruiting, training and electing doctors and scientists announced the endorsement of Lieutenant Governor Sara Rodriguez for Wisconsin Governor. As a registered nurse and public health leader, Rodriguez is a Guardian of Public Health candidate. She’s answering the call to serve
WAUWATOSA, Wis. (Sept. 30, 2025) –Today, Froedtert Hospital announced plans to open a specialized Obstetric Emergency Department that will provide round-the-clock emergency care for obstetric and pregnant patients. It will be located in the space formerly occupied by the Children’s Wisconsin Emergency Department and is expected to open in the
WAUSAU, WI – United States Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) formally endorsed Tom Tiffany’s bid for Wisconsin Governor. “I have known Tom for years, and I know he is the leader Wisconsin needs. When we served together in the state legislature, Tom stood up for fiscal responsibility and always put Wisconsinites first. In Congress,
In a new video, Radical Rebecca Cooke claimed ICE’s efforts to remove violent criminal illegal immigrants is “disgusting and wrong.” “Rebecca Cooke has made it clear that she stands with the radical far left and criminal illegal immigrants, not Wisconsinites and law enforcement. Radical Rebecca is completely out of touch with western Wisconsin and
MADISON, Wis. – Governor Evers declared October Cybersecurity Awareness Month in Wisconsin. Accordingly, the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is partnering with the Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA) and the Wisconsin Department of Military Affairs (DMA) to promote simple ways that consumers and businesses in the state can
The University of Wisconsin‑Stevens Point is preparing to launch its new online Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Language and Literacy program. The first of its kind in Wisconsin, the program designed for educators, administrators and literacy leaders aims to equip education professionals with the skills and knowledge needed to improve
The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire is pleased to host the Imagine Lecture presented by Mayo Clinic Health System-Eau Claire at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 9, in the Dakota Ballroom of Davies Center. The series was established in memory of the late Dr. David Winter, a Mayo radiologist known for his ideals of innovation
Contact: press@missyforgovernor.com; 414-865-6299 Support Surges for Missy’s Main Street Economy Vision for Wisconsin Delivering for Wisconsin Workers, Families and Businesses in All 72 Counties Former Dairy Industry Leader and Previous Head of Wisconsin’s Economic Development Agency Isn’t a Politician — and That’s the Point Viroqua, WI – Democrat Missy Hughes raised over $207,000 …
MADISON, Wis. — As a government shutdown looms, northern Wisconsin Congressman and Republican gubernatorial candidate Tom Tiffany is willing to let it happen and make Wisconsinites pay the cost. “Let’s be clear: this government shutdown is 100% avoidable, but Trump and his Republican allies in Wisconsin are making the choice to
With Evers flexing his new, court-created authority, Wisconsinites are right to fear for their pocketbooks. But the Legislature can still act to ensure that the “will of the people” actually is the law of the land.
Once again, women in Wisconsin are being denied full control of their reproductive health care decisions. Once again, Illinois is preparing to offer services for the abortion procedure.
Three of the largest energy providers in the state want to increase electric rates in Wisconsin.
Because energy costs are baked into everything we eat, buy and do, we shouldn’t all pay for the mega-corporation’s technology gold rush. Demand accountability: Data centers must pay their own way, or the grid — and our wallets — will buckle under their weight.