MADISON – Dane County Executive Melissa Agard announced today her administration’s pursuit of international designation for the Dane County Regional Airport (DCRA), a transformative step aimed at expanding global connectivity, driving economic growth, and bolstering tourism in the region. “With record-breaking travel numbers and growing demand for expanded air service,

MADISON, Wis. – Today, Judge Susan Crawford’s campaign for the Wisconsin Supreme Court launched ‘Just Common Sense,’ a new ad on Judge Crawford’s record as a former prosecutor and judge working to protect our communities. The ad comes as the flailing Schimel campaign and his dark-money allies launch desperate attacks

Vulnerable House Republicans Including Representatives Bryan Stiel, Derrick Van Orden, and Tony Wied Vote to Slash the Health Care Their Constituents Depend On WISCONSIN – This week, Representatives Bryan Stiel (WI-01), Derrick Van Orden (WI-03), and Tony Wied (WI-08), and Republican lawmakers in the House of Representatives voted to advance

Earlier this week, the world “celebrated” the start of the third year of the Russian three day “special military operation”. In the years since, billions of dollars have been dumped into another conflict that has devolved into yet another forever war. With no real sign of a peaceful solution and

Madison, WI – Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin is partnering with the Wisconsin National Guard, TODAY, to conduct a groundbreaking victims’ rights mapping exercise. The participants will trace the journey of a hypothetical National Guard member crime victim through their experience navigating both the military and civilian criminal justice systems — beginning

MADISON, Wis. – Brad Schimel has failed to keep Wisconsin families safe, and today, Judge Susan Crawford’s campaign for the Wisconsin Supreme Court released a new TV ad, titled ‘Blame,’ highlighting his record of failures. From giving violent criminals light sentences, to letting 6,000 rape kits sit untested for two

MADISON–Legislative Republicans introduced anti-trans legislation this week targeting Wisconsin’s LGBTQIA+ youth. Rep. Robyn Vining (D-Wauwatosa) released the following statement in response: “I want to begin by making clear I stand with the LGBTQIA+ community–you are loved and valued. We have fought for you in previous legislative sessions, and we will fight

(Washington, D.C.) – Today, Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-WI) introduced legislation that will overturn a Biden-era rule that would give broad authority to nearly every IRS employee to levy fines against taxpayers.  This bill is supported by Americans for Tax Reform, the National Taxpayers Union, and the Taxpayers Protection Alliance, and

MADISON… Senator and State Building Commission member André Jacque (R-New Franken) announced that the Commission today approved $100,000 in matching state DNR Property Development grant funds to enhance state outdoor properties for the 1st Senate District.  The $100,000 for the 1st District was part of $500,000 approved statewide, and will match $284,775

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the approval of Stewardship funding for Friends Grants to 28 nonprofit organizations for improvements at DNR properties across the state. The State Building Commission approved the funding, which includes 32 projects for a total of $430,877 in Stewardship Fund

MADISON, Wis. — Today, reporting in the Wisconsin Examiner illustrated how career right-wing politician Brad Schimel is talking out of both sides of his mouth on the campaign trail, telling voters what they want to hear while carrying the torch of the far-right behind his back. But Brad Schimel’s far-right record doesn’t lie. As

Green Bay – State Rep. Amaad Rivera-Wagner (D-Green Bay) hosted a roundtable conversation on immigration and immigrants’ rights, where he was joined by Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul, Green Bay Mayor Eric Genrich, the Green Bay Police, and numerous other community leaders.  “There is considerable fear, confusion, and uncertainty surrounding federal

The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL), on behalf of a Village resident, has issued a letter demanding that the Village of Slinger immediately withdraw the unconstitutional enforcement of its sign ordinances.   The Quotes: WILL Associate Counsel, Nathalie Burmeister, stated, “Government actors, no matter how big, small, or

Supporters of public schools from around the state – including parents, students, superintendents, board members, referendum team leaders, and state leaders – will gather in Madison to close out national Public Schools Week by celebrating the accomplishments of public schools and connecting the dots from local support of referenda efforts

WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined U.S. Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas), a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, in reintroducing the Stop Dangerous Sanctuary Cities Act. The bill would incentivize local law enforcement to cooperate with federal immigration authorities and would pull taxpayer-funded grants from sanctuary cities. Sens. Johnson and… Please log in

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today shared an excerpt from his 2025-27 Biennial Budget Message in his weekly radio address. The governor delivered his 2025-27 Biennial Budget Message on Tues., Feb. 18, 2025, at the Wisconsin State Capitol and introduced the most pro-kid budget in state history. Gov. Evers, during his 2025-27 Biennial

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Governor Tony Evers reaffirmed his commitment to service and education in Wisconsin by proposing a state scholarship in his 2025-2027 Executive Budget to match the AmeriCorps education award. This initiative aims to support the education of those who have made a positive impact on Wisconsin communities through AmeriCorps service. The