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MADISON, Wis. — During last week’s debate, far-right candidate Brad Schimel doubled down on his extreme record opposing reproductive freedom. Brad Schimel has worked hard to dismantle reproductive freedom in Wisconsin—and we know he won’t change his stripes now. Brad Schimel confirmed
MADISON – Senator Eric Wimberger (R-Oconto), a member of the Legislature’s budget committee, announced today that the Committee’s public hearings for the 2025-26 State Budget will include a stop in Northeast Wisconsin, visiting Kaukauna High School on Wednesday, April 2.
MADISON — In celebration of Music, Art, Dance, and Theatre in Our Schools Month, the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction is proud to announce the launch of high-quality music, lesson plans, and materials developed by Wisconsin artists and educators. These free
WISCONSIN – Yesterday, Wisconsin Supreme Court Candidate Brad Schimel was on WISN radio talking about making the election “too big to rig” and election fraud. The Democracy Defense Project Wisconsin board, including former Attorney General JB Van Hollen, Former Lieutenant Governor
MADISON, Wis. — Brad Schimel is peddling dangerous election conspiracy theories, which has drawn an extraordinary rebuke from former Republican Attorney General, and Schimel’s predecessor, J.B. Van Hollen and a bipartisan group of leaders. On the Jay Weber Show yesterday, Brad Schimel espoused dangerous
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and a group of her colleagues are pressing the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) for more information about the termination of staff and the potential impact these firings will have on the
MADISON, Wis. – St. Croix Chippewa Indians of Wisconsin Chairman Thomas Fowler delivered the 2025 State of the Tribes Address to a joint session of the Wisconsin State Legislature today. After the conclusion of the address, Rep. Goodwin delivered the
[Madison, WI] – Yesterday, State Representative Calvin Callahan (R-Tomahawk) joined his Assembly Republican colleagues in passing Assembly Bill (AB) 24, legislation he co-authored which requires Wisconsin sheriffs to comply with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) when an individual booked into jail
Press Release – Rep. Goodwin Condemns Milwaukee Violence, Calls for JusticeDownload… 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
(MADISON, Wis) – On Tuesday, March 18th, Thomas Fowler of the St. Croix Chippewa Indians of Wisconsin delivered the 21st annual State of the Tribes address. Rep. Margaret Arney (Milwaukee/Wauwatosa) released the following statement in response: It was an honor to
The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) released a new report called “Shining a Light: Enhancing Transparency and Accountability in Wisconsin’s Public Records Process.” The report highlights several actionable reforms that would enhance government transparency and make it easier for
Rep. Lindee Brill, R-Sheboygan Falls, who is the vice-chair of the Mental Health and Substance Abuse Prevention Committee, says in a new Capitol Chats episode that addressing addiction in the state is important to her because of how many people are impacted each day.
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting applications for new Export Expansion Grants through April 9, 2025. These grants are funded through the Wisconsin Initiative for Agricultural Exports (WIAE), which Gov. Evers
Madison, WI – Today, Sen. Howard Marklein (R-Spring Green) and Rep. Tony Kurtz (R-Wonewoc) circulated a package of legislation which will provide significant resources and additional tools to support Wisconsin’s Emergency Medical Services (EMS) System. The bills support local EMS personnel
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to attend a youth fishing clinic in southeast Wisconsin on Saturday, April 12, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The first youth fishing clinic in southeast Wisconsin was
“Nobody who’s supporting me is getting any kind of pass. Anybody who’s not supporting me isn’t getting any kind of a black mark,” Schimel said at an event hosted by the Milwaukee Press Club, WisPolitics and the Rotary Club of Milwaukee. “Anyone who comes to my courtroom, I will focus on the facts of the case and what is the law.”
Currently, more than 1,000 inmates reside in the facility, despite a capacity of less than 750. It is estimated there is currently $200 million in repairs and deferred maintenance costs.
They want more colleagues and strict rules on cell phones.
Most young people under the age of 18 will experience two traumatic events in their lives. Therefore, providing them with the tools to cope and handle conflict resolution is the key.
The good news is that we have time to right the ship. By aggressively promoting a STEM-based education, we can ensure that the next generation of American students is primed for success.
MADISON, Wis. — During last week’s debate, far-right candidate Brad Schimel doubled down on his extreme record opposing reproductive freedom. Brad Schimel has worked hard to dismantle reproductive freedom in Wisconsin—and we know he won’t change his stripes now. Brad Schimel confirmed he thinks Wisconsin’s archaic 1849 abortion ban is “valid” and
MADISON – Senator Eric Wimberger (R-Oconto), a member of the Legislature’s budget committee, announced today that the Committee’s public hearings for the 2025-26 State Budget will include a stop in Northeast Wisconsin, visiting Kaukauna High School on Wednesday, April 2. “As a member of the Legislature’s budget committee, I’m proud
MADISON — In celebration of Music, Art, Dance, and Theatre in Our Schools Month, the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction is proud to announce the launch of high-quality music, lesson plans, and materials developed by Wisconsin artists and educators. These free resources are designed to inspire creativity and engage students across
WISCONSIN – Yesterday, Wisconsin Supreme Court Candidate Brad Schimel was on WISN radio talking about making the election “too big to rig” and election fraud. The Democracy Defense Project Wisconsin board, including former Attorney General JB Van Hollen, Former Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes, Former U.S. Representative Scott Klug and former Democratic
MADISON, Wis. — Brad Schimel is peddling dangerous election conspiracy theories, which has drawn an extraordinary rebuke from former Republican Attorney General, and Schimel’s predecessor, J.B. Van Hollen and a bipartisan group of leaders. On the Jay Weber Show yesterday, Brad Schimel espoused dangerous conspiracy theories to please his corrupt backer Elon Musk: “That’s
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and a group of her colleagues are pressing the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) for more information about the termination of staff and the potential impact these firings will have on the health and commerce on the Great Lakes, including the countless
MADISON, Wis. – St. Croix Chippewa Indians of Wisconsin Chairman Thomas Fowler delivered the 2025 State of the Tribes Address to a joint session of the Wisconsin State Legislature today. After the conclusion of the address, Rep. Goodwin delivered the following statement: “Thank you, Chairman Thomas Fowler of the St.
[Madison, WI] – Yesterday, State Representative Calvin Callahan (R-Tomahawk) joined his Assembly Republican colleagues in passing Assembly Bill (AB) 24, legislation he co-authored which requires Wisconsin sheriffs to comply with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) when an individual booked into jail is charged with a felony. “We must do everything we
Press Release – Rep. Goodwin Condemns Milwaukee Violence, Calls for JusticeDownload… 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) – On Tuesday, March 18th, Thomas Fowler of the St. Croix Chippewa Indians of Wisconsin delivered the 21st annual State of the Tribes address. Rep. Margaret Arney (Milwaukee/Wauwatosa) released the following statement in response: It was an honor to participate in my first State of the Tribes event and
The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) released a new report called “Shining a Light: Enhancing Transparency and Accountability in Wisconsin’s Public Records Process.” The report highlights several actionable reforms that would enhance government transparency and make it easier for citizens to hold their government accountable. The Quote: WILL Policy Director,
Rep. Lindee Brill, R-Sheboygan Falls, who is the vice-chair of the Mental Health and Substance Abuse Prevention Committee, says in a new Capitol Chats episode that addressing addiction in the state is important to her because of how many people are impacted each day.
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting applications for new Export Expansion Grants through April 9, 2025. These grants are funded through the Wisconsin Initiative for Agricultural Exports (WIAE), which Gov. Evers created in 2021 to promote Wisconsin dairy, meat, and crop
Madison, WI – Today, Sen. Howard Marklein (R-Spring Green) and Rep. Tony Kurtz (R-Wonewoc) circulated a package of legislation which will provide significant resources and additional tools to support Wisconsin’s Emergency Medical Services (EMS) System. The bills support local EMS personnel and departments by providing funding to reimburse volunteers for the
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to attend a youth fishing clinic in southeast Wisconsin on Saturday, April 12, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The first youth fishing clinic in southeast Wisconsin was held 40 years ago. Come out and celebrate the anniversary
“Nobody who’s supporting me is getting any kind of pass. Anybody who’s not supporting me isn’t getting any kind of a black mark,” Schimel said at an event hosted by the Milwaukee Press Club, WisPolitics and the Rotary Club of Milwaukee. “Anyone who comes to my courtroom, I will focus on the facts of the case and what is the law.”
Currently, more than 1,000 inmates reside in the facility, despite a capacity of less than 750. It is estimated there is currently $200 million in repairs and deferred maintenance costs.
They want more colleagues and strict rules on cell phones.
Most young people under the age of 18 will experience two traumatic events in their lives. Therefore, providing them with the tools to cope and handle conflict resolution is the key.
The good news is that we have time to right the ship. By aggressively promoting a STEM-based education, we can ensure that the next generation of American students is primed for success.