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Legislation removes existing disincentives for disabled individuals who want to work MADISON, WI… Bipartisan legislation authored by Senator André Jacque (New Franken) to grant greater financial flexibility to disabled individuals who are working and receiving support through the Medicaid Purchase Plan
Office of Marketing and Communication recognized for presidential inauguration event, Value of a Marquette Education campaign MILWAUKEE — Marquette University has been named a finalist for two national marketing awards from Ragan’s PR Daily, the preeminent brand for public relations
MADISON– Governor Tony Evers signed two bills into law related to protecting kids online: 2025 Assembly Bill 957 and 2025 Assembly Bill 958. Together these bipartisan bills authorize and fund four additional full-time positions within DOJ: two Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) criminal
Today District Attorney Eric J. Toney announced that a bipartisan review concluded no charges will be issued against Mayor Eric Genrich or Doug Diny based on an inability to prove any violations beyond a reasonable doubt. The reviewers included former
Madison, WI— Representative John Spiros (R-Marshfield) released the following statement after Governor Evers signed two of his bills, Senate Bill (SB) 248 and Assembly Bill (AB) 856, into law. “I am incredibly proud to have SB 248 and AB 856
DANE COUNTY – The Dane County Office of Energy and Climate Change (OECC) encourages businesses, nonprofits and local governments to apply to be a 2026 Dane County Climate Champion. OECC developed the Climate Champions program to recognize the leadership of local entities
MADISON — The Association of Wisconsin School Administrators (AWSA) has named Catherine Loss as the 2026 Elementary School Principal of the Year. Loss serves as principal of Lloyd Barbee Montessori School in Milwaukee Public Schools. Over the past 14 years, she
Attendees will learn about City employment, apply on-site, and participate in sessions to assist with their job search MILWAUKEE – The City of Milwaukee is gearing up to celebrate one of its biggest community events! On Saturday, April 18, from 9:00 a.m.
Jacque bill eliminates confusion in existing law for veterans MADISON, WI…Bipartisan legislation authored by Sen. André Jacque (New Franken) to expand eligibility for displaying one’s veteran status on Wisconsin drivers licenses and identification cards was signed into law today by
Jacque authored law increases flexibility for armed forces families participating in state’s open enrollment system MADISON… Bipartisan legislation authored by Senator André Jacque (New Franken) to grant military families greater flexibility when choosing the best school for their children was
For too many Wisconsin families, it feels like you’re doing everything right and still somehow falling behind. The response from Madison Democrats? Just “deal with it.” I’m State Senator Julian Bradley. Last Friday, as families across Wisconsin were preparing for
On this week’s “Capitol Chats,” Melissa Moore talks about Wisconsin’s “Wild West” of unregulated intoxicating hemp products ahead of a federal ban that could curtail their sale, and what policymakers need to consider if they are to craft regulation keeping these products on shelves.
MADISON, Wis. — On Tuesday, April 7th, President Trump stated “A whole civilization will die tonight” in regard to the ongoing war in Iran. Representative Randy Udell (D-47th District) released the following statement: “In 2015, President Obama announced that a nuclear
Graphic design majors receive regional awards, have work showcased on international website Menomonie, Wis. – A student-designed marketing campaign encouraging people to replace the digital din of contemporary life with the calming sounds of nature along the Red Cedar Trail
MADISON, WI – The 2026 Wisconsin Supreme Court election is the most blatant evidence we’ve seen that Democrats are in the driver’s seat heading towards the midterm elections later this year. Last night, Justice-elect Taylor won a historic victory by not
Centro, the leading nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening the Latinx community in Dane County, will host its 2026 Strategic Update on April 17 from 9:00–11:00 a.m. at 2403 Cypress Way. Centered on the theme “Thriving,” this year’s Strategic Update will feature key
From Congress to school boards, Democrats have been overperforming and winning at record rates since Trump retook office, and last night’s elections were no exception. Once again, Democratic enthusiasm swept across the country as Democrats defeated their right-wing opponents and
Rebecca Cooke gaining momentum after Wisconsin Supreme Court blowout EAU CLAIRE, Wisc. – Last night’s Wisconsin Supreme Court race spells big trouble for Derrick Van Orden as Democrat Chris Taylor defeated her Republican opponent by 20 points, running up big margins
CHILTON, Wis., April 8, 2026 — Dairy farmers are feeling the drain as a key change in federal milk pricing has erased nearly 20 years of gradual modest progress in their milk checks, virtually overnight. American Dairy Coalition (ADC) is
MADISON – The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development today released U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates of employment and unemployment statistics for metropolitan areas, major cities, and counties in Wisconsin for January 2026. In brief, the nonseasonally adjusted data for
Legislation removes existing disincentives for disabled individuals who want to work MADISON, WI… Bipartisan legislation authored by Senator André Jacque (New Franken) to grant greater financial flexibility to disabled individuals who are working and receiving support through the Medicaid Purchase Plan (MAPP) was signed into law today by Governor Tony Evers as Act
Office of Marketing and Communication recognized for presidential inauguration event, Value of a Marquette Education campaign MILWAUKEE — Marquette University has been named a finalist for two national marketing awards from Ragan’s PR Daily, the preeminent brand for public relations professionals. The Inauguration of Marquette University’s 25th President is a
MADISON– Governor Tony Evers signed two bills into law related to protecting kids online: 2025 Assembly Bill 957 and 2025 Assembly Bill 958. Together these bipartisan bills authorize and fund four additional full-time positions within DOJ: two Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) criminal analysts, one ICAC outreach specialist, and one ICAC digital evidence
Today District Attorney Eric J. Toney announced that a bipartisan review concluded no charges will be issued against Mayor Eric Genrich or Doug Diny based on an inability to prove any violations beyond a reasonable doubt. The reviewers included former Democrat Door County District Attorney Joan Korb and Republican District
Madison, WI— Representative John Spiros (R-Marshfield) released the following statement after Governor Evers signed two of his bills, Senate Bill (SB) 248 and Assembly Bill (AB) 856, into law. “I am incredibly proud to have SB 248 and AB 856 enacted into law,” said Representative Spiros. “The new laws will
DANE COUNTY – The Dane County Office of Energy and Climate Change (OECC) encourages businesses, nonprofits and local governments to apply to be a 2026 Dane County Climate Champion. OECC developed the Climate Champions program to recognize the leadership of local entities that are taking significant action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
MADISON — The Association of Wisconsin School Administrators (AWSA) has named Catherine Loss as the 2026 Elementary School Principal of the Year. Loss serves as principal of Lloyd Barbee Montessori School in Milwaukee Public Schools. Over the past 14 years, she has led the transformation and growth of the school into
Attendees will learn about City employment, apply on-site, and participate in sessions to assist with their job search MILWAUKEE – The City of Milwaukee is gearing up to celebrate one of its biggest community events! On Saturday, April 18, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., the City’s 2026 Career and Resource Fair will take
Jacque bill eliminates confusion in existing law for veterans MADISON, WI…Bipartisan legislation authored by Sen. André Jacque (New Franken) to expand eligibility for displaying one’s veteran status on Wisconsin drivers licenses and identification cards was signed into law today by Governor Tony Evers as Act 207. All 50 states currently
Jacque authored law increases flexibility for armed forces families participating in state’s open enrollment system MADISON… Bipartisan legislation authored by Senator André Jacque (New Franken) to grant military families greater flexibility when choosing the best school for their children was signed into law today by Governor Tony Evers as Act
For too many Wisconsin families, it feels like you’re doing everything right and still somehow falling behind. The response from Madison Democrats? Just “deal with it.” I’m State Senator Julian Bradley. Last Friday, as families across Wisconsin were preparing for Easter, Governor Evers – the leader of the Democratic Party
On this week’s “Capitol Chats,” Melissa Moore talks about Wisconsin’s “Wild West” of unregulated intoxicating hemp products ahead of a federal ban that could curtail their sale, and what policymakers need to consider if they are to craft regulation keeping these products on shelves.
MADISON, Wis. — On Tuesday, April 7th, President Trump stated “A whole civilization will die tonight” in regard to the ongoing war in Iran. Representative Randy Udell (D-47th District) released the following statement: “In 2015, President Obama announced that a nuclear deal had been reached with Iran. In this deal, the
Graphic design majors receive regional awards, have work showcased on international website Menomonie, Wis. – A student-designed marketing campaign encouraging people to replace the digital din of contemporary life with the calming sounds of nature along the Red Cedar Trail was honored with the Best in Show for Students award
MADISON, WI – The 2026 Wisconsin Supreme Court election is the most blatant evidence we’ve seen that Democrats are in the driver’s seat heading towards the midterm elections later this year. Last night, Justice-elect Taylor won a historic victory by not just competing but winning in areas Wisconsin Republicans have long
Centro, the leading nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening the Latinx community in Dane County, will host its 2026 Strategic Update on April 17 from 9:00–11:00 a.m. at 2403 Cypress Way. Centered on the theme “Thriving,” this year’s Strategic Update will feature key announcements aimed at advancing opportunities and long-term success for the
From Congress to school boards, Democrats have been overperforming and winning at record rates since Trump retook office, and last night’s elections were no exception. Once again, Democratic enthusiasm swept across the country as Democrats defeated their right-wing opponents and massively overperformed, even in deep-red districts. Take a look at
Rebecca Cooke gaining momentum after Wisconsin Supreme Court blowout EAU CLAIRE, Wisc. – Last night’s Wisconsin Supreme Court race spells big trouble for Derrick Van Orden as Democrat Chris Taylor defeated her Republican opponent by 20 points, running up big margins in vote-rich areas of Wisconsin’s Third Congressional District. Each of
CHILTON, Wis., April 8, 2026 — Dairy farmers are feeling the drain as a key change in federal milk pricing has erased nearly 20 years of gradual modest progress in their milk checks, virtually overnight. American Dairy Coalition (ADC) is calling on USDA to bring transparency to the system, filing comments
MADISON – The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development today released U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates of employment and unemployment statistics for metropolitan areas, major cities, and counties in Wisconsin for January 2026. In brief, the nonseasonally adjusted data for Wisconsin shows: Metropolitan Statistical Areas: Preliminary January 2026 unemployment rates increased