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While Father’s Day is still fresh in our memories, dads across our state are reflecting on the highlights of being parents. We were showered with praise, handmade cards, a cherished meal and heartfelt gifts. But often we forget to thank those who support us to be great parents: childcare workers.
When Democrats win legislative majorities, we will enshrine the will of the majority in our state constitution. We will pass the right to reproductive healthcare in both chambers, in two concurrent Legislatures, and when we do, the residents of our state will have the opportunity to vote on a constitutional amendment to guarantee this right for Wisconsin women.
A top tier of liberal candidates emerging. Will there be more Democratic dropouts?
A new community kitchen will help feed families in 53206, but why did the neighborhood lose its grocery store?
MADISON, Wis. — Van Orden has had quite the head-spinning week as evidenced by his 145 tweets. From parroting vaccine conspiracies to overusing Grok, you can find all the highlights (or lowlights) of Van Orden’s online presence this past week below. DVO’S
WAUKESHA, Wis. — Lieutenant Governor Sara Rodriguez issued the following statement today marking the anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization: “Four years ago today the Supreme Court took away a right Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice recently filed criminal charges in separate cases against two women for allegedly defrauding Wisconsin Medicaid. Zambia Bell, 48, of Milwaukee, is charged with ten counts of Medical Assistance Fraud and one count
GREEN BAY, WI — State Rep. Amaad Rivera-Wagner (D-Green Bay) today criticized the decision by President Trump to delay a bipartisan federal housing package that would help address housing affordability and housing supply challenges facing communities across Wisconsin and the
MADISON, Wis. — Today, WisDems First Vice Chair Sarah Godlewski, Senate Democratic Leader Dianne Hesselbein, State Representative Lisa Subeck, Attorney General Josh Kaul and Dr. Sarah Dobbins held a press conference marking the anniversary of the Dobbs decision—a ruling that stripped Wisconsin
MADISON, WI – Today, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) announced that Congressional staff from his office will host office hours throughout June and July. Staff from Pocan’s district office will be available to constituents seeking help with federal agencies or looking to issue
MADISON – Wisconsin Conservation Voters today officially released its first wave of candidate endorsements for the 2026 election cycle. The announcement marks the beginning of a historic campaign season where, for the first time in nearly two decades, a pro-conservation,
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05), who serves as Chairman of the House Judiciary Subcommittee on the Administrative State, Regulatory Reform, and Antitrust, held a hearing entitled, “The 30,000 Foot View: Competition and Regulation in the U.S. Airline Industry.”
After years of uncertainty, excitement, opportunity and the spirit of innovation and collaboration have once again filled the halls of the former Sacred Heart Hospital in Eau Claire. Dozens of community members filled the building’s first-floor lobby on June 23
MADISON, WI – Today, all 15 Senate Democrats, led by Democratic Leader Dianne Hesselbein, along with Senate candidates Representatives Jenna Jacobson (SD-17) and Robyn Vining (SD-5), Trevor Jung (SD-21), and Charly Ray (SD-25), published an open letter in the CAP Times, ensuring
Hundreds of construction projects are underway across the state to improve safety and mobility, including the I-39/90/94 bridge reconstruction over the Wisconsin River in Columbia County. Wisconsin State Patrol Lieutenant Adam Zoch joined Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Southwest Region
Four years after the Supreme Court ripped reproductive rights away from millions of women, Derrick Van Orden has continued the work of further dismantling abortion rights in Congress. Van Orden’s record is clear: he endangered women’s lives by giving politicians like himself
Milwaukee, WI – In a continued response to the overturn of Roe V. Wade in 2022, Reproductive Justice Action Milwaukee (RJAM) is hosting its 4th annual No Roe, No Rest community event on Saturday, June 27th at 6:30 p.m. This
MADISON, Wis. – This year marks the 75th anniversary of the Wisconsin State Natural Areas Program, the oldest and largest of its kind in the country. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), in collaboration with over 60 partners, cares for nearly 700
Today, June 24, 2026, marks the fourth anniversary of the Dobbs v. Jackson U.S. Supreme Court ruling that overturned Roe v. Wade. Four years ago, the Supreme Court of the United States corrected a grave constitutional error. Dobbs v. Jackson
Following Donald Trump’s cancellation of today’s housing bill signing, Milwaukee County Executive and gubernatorial candidate David Crowley released the following statement: “Every day this housing affordability bill remains unsigned is another day relief is delayed for families struggling with rising
While Father’s Day is still fresh in our memories, dads across our state are reflecting on the highlights of being parents. We were showered with praise, handmade cards, a cherished meal and heartfelt gifts. But often we forget to thank those who support us to be great parents: childcare workers.
When Democrats win legislative majorities, we will enshrine the will of the majority in our state constitution. We will pass the right to reproductive healthcare in both chambers, in two concurrent Legislatures, and when we do, the residents of our state will have the opportunity to vote on a constitutional amendment to guarantee this right for Wisconsin women.
A top tier of liberal candidates emerging. Will there be more Democratic dropouts?
A new community kitchen will help feed families in 53206, but why did the neighborhood lose its grocery store?
MADISON, Wis. — Van Orden has had quite the head-spinning week as evidenced by his 145 tweets. From parroting vaccine conspiracies to overusing Grok, you can find all the highlights (or lowlights) of Van Orden’s online presence this past week below. DVO’S DADDY OF THE WEEK: RON JOHNSONSince Derrick Van Orden is apparently
WAUKESHA, Wis. — Lieutenant Governor Sara Rodriguez issued the following statement today marking the anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization: “Four years ago today the Supreme Court took away a right Wisconsin women had counted on for fifty years. I’m a nurse.
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice recently filed criminal charges in separate cases against two women for allegedly defrauding Wisconsin Medicaid. Zambia Bell, 48, of Milwaukee, is charged with ten counts of Medical Assistance Fraud and one count of Theft by Fraud. Carolyn Franco, 45, of Pueblo, Col.
GREEN BAY, WI — State Rep. Amaad Rivera-Wagner (D-Green Bay) today criticized the decision by President Trump to delay a bipartisan federal housing package that would help address housing affordability and housing supply challenges facing communities across Wisconsin and the nation. The legislation passed Congress with bipartisan support and includes
MADISON, Wis. — Today, WisDems First Vice Chair Sarah Godlewski, Senate Democratic Leader Dianne Hesselbein, State Representative Lisa Subeck, Attorney General Josh Kaul and Dr. Sarah Dobbins held a press conference marking the anniversary of the Dobbs decision—a ruling that stripped Wisconsin women of fundamental reproductive freedoms. The speakers detailed the devastating,
MADISON, WI – Today, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) announced that Congressional staff from his office will host office hours throughout June and July. Staff from Pocan’s district office will be available to constituents seeking help with federal agencies or looking to issue a comment to be reported back to the Congressman. All
MADISON – Wisconsin Conservation Voters today officially released its first wave of candidate endorsements for the 2026 election cycle. The announcement marks the beginning of a historic campaign season where, for the first time in nearly two decades, a pro-conservation, pro-democracy legislative majority and trifecta are within reach due to
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05), who serves as Chairman of the House Judiciary Subcommittee on the Administrative State, Regulatory Reform, and Antitrust, held a hearing entitled, “The 30,000 Foot View: Competition and Regulation in the U.S. Airline Industry.” Rep. Fitzgerald issued the following statement about the hearing: “Annual
After years of uncertainty, excitement, opportunity and the spirit of innovation and collaboration have once again filled the halls of the former Sacred Heart Hospital in Eau Claire. Dozens of community members filled the building’s first-floor lobby on June 23 to witness a historic transformation, led by three University of
MADISON, WI – Today, all 15 Senate Democrats, led by Democratic Leader Dianne Hesselbein, along with Senate candidates Representatives Jenna Jacobson (SD-17) and Robyn Vining (SD-5), Trevor Jung (SD-21), and Charly Ray (SD-25), published an open letter in the CAP Times, ensuring that they will take every available avenue to guarantee the
Hundreds of construction projects are underway across the state to improve safety and mobility, including the I-39/90/94 bridge reconstruction over the Wisconsin River in Columbia County. Wisconsin State Patrol Lieutenant Adam Zoch joined Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Southwest Region leaders and industry partners to offer a behind-the-barrel experience to
Four years after the Supreme Court ripped reproductive rights away from millions of women, Derrick Van Orden has continued the work of further dismantling abortion rights in Congress. Van Orden’s record is clear: he endangered women’s lives by giving politicians like himself power over decisions that belong to women and their doctors.
Milwaukee, WI – In a continued response to the overturn of Roe V. Wade in 2022, Reproductive Justice Action Milwaukee (RJAM) is hosting its 4th annual No Roe, No Rest community event on Saturday, June 27th at 6:30 p.m. This year, the event will take place at Red Arrow Park
MADISON, Wis. – This year marks the 75th anniversary of the Wisconsin State Natural Areas Program, the oldest and largest of its kind in the country. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), in collaboration with over 60 partners, cares for nearly 700 sites that protect outstanding examples of Wisconsin’s native landscape of natural communities,
Today, June 24, 2026, marks the fourth anniversary of the Dobbs v. Jackson U.S. Supreme Court ruling that overturned Roe v. Wade. Four years ago, the Supreme Court of the United States corrected a grave constitutional error. Dobbs v. Jackson has made it clear what we have always known: abortion is
Following Donald Trump’s cancellation of today’s housing bill signing, Milwaukee County Executive and gubernatorial candidate David Crowley released the following statement: “Every day this housing affordability bill remains unsigned is another day relief is delayed for families struggling with rising rents, high housing costs, and the dream of homeownership slipping