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On December 18, the Catholic bishops of Wisconsin released the following statement in English and Spanish: We, the bishops of Wisconsin, reaffirm the recent special message by the United States bishops regarding ongoing federal immigration enforcement. Immigration is a profoundly
MADISON, Wis. — Reporting from the Wisconsin Examiner reveals that Tom Tiffany voted for the loophole that allowed billionaire Elon Musk to spend millions of dollars earlier this year in a failed attempt to elect a conservative judge to the Wisconsin Supreme Court. This comes
MADISON, WI – Reporting from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel makes it clear, Republicans in Madison are driving up property taxes across our state and making Wisconsin less affordable for our families, neighbors, and friends. SSDC Communications Director Will Karcz on Wisconsin’s rising property
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services today announced two proposed rules threatening medically-necessary health care for transgender young people as part of a broader federal attempt to eliminate access to this care. “It is incredibly important to know that
Wisconsin Voters Step Up to Demand Better Politics and Governance 2025 will long be remembered as one of the most traumatic, chaotic and disturbing years in American history with the accession yet again to the Presidency of the most unstable,
WISCONSIN DELLS – Wisconsin Farmers Union (WFU) debuted a new short documentary, All of America, Am I, during the organization’s 95th annual state convention. The film explores how industrial markets and corporate consolidation shape the daily realities of farmers, rural businesses, and
WASHINGTON — Rep. Tony Wied (R-WI) released the following statement after yesterday’s passage of the Lower Healthcare Premiums for All Americans Act. “Let’s be very clear: Democrats singlehandedly created the healthcare system they are now railing against. Instead of working with
An investigative report released this morning by Wisconsin Watch finds that shuttered power plants are on track to cost Wisconsin ratepayers nearly $1 billion by the end of 2026. At the same time, the state is facing unprecedented pressure to generate new
Encourages everyone 6 months and older to get vaccinated against respiratory viruses to protect against serious illness and spread of disease The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has confirmed the first pediatric respiratory illness-associated deaths in two children from
Poland: “The struggle to achieve fair and politically neutral state legislative districts has been a long and arduous one in Wisconsin. Revisiting how we arrived at this landmark achievement can provide strategies and hope as we confront other developing and
Future-focused topics, engaging speakers designed to empower leaders across the region Green Bay, WI —The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay is launching a powerful lineup of programs in 2026 designed to equip current and future leaders with the tools, confidence and connections to
KENOSHA, Wis. (December 18, 2025) – University of Wisconsin-Parkside (UW-Parkside) and Ordify AI are thrilled to announce a groundbreaking partnership aimed at developing the future leaders in artificial intelligence and empowering local businesses with transformative AI solutions. This collaboration will
As the holiday season approaches, many in the Dane County community are reflecting on gratitude, connection, and the joy of giving. This year, the Dane County Department of Human Services is encouraging residents to consider one of the most meaningful
MADISON, Wis. — After yesterday’s House vote, where Wisconsin Republicans, including Tom Tiffany, Derrick Van Orden, and Bryan Steil, voted to drastically increase their constituents health care costs, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Devin Remiker released the following statement: “These DC
A new program at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will offer students a gateway into careers that support the growing sports industry, from event promotion and merchandising to management and analysis. Sport business will be offered as a major, minor and
Revised rule creates streamlined licensing pathway for relative and like-kin caregivers, keeping more kids with adults who know and love them MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced he has approved a new administrative rule designed to help improve the
(Duluth, MN) — The International Ship Masters’ Association (ISMA) has announced that U.S Representative Tom Tiffany (R-WI), Sara Fuentes, American Maritime Partnership, and J.M. “Mike” McCoshen, Administrator, Great Lakes Seaway Development Corporation (GLS) will headline seven speakers who will address
Milwaukee Public Schools sent an email to families claiming that it has completed all necessary lead safety work and that schools involved in the lead crisis are now “safe places for students and staff”. This statement is not supported by
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Todd Young (R-IN) led a bipartisan group of their colleagues in calling on President Donald Trump to ensure that implementation of his Executive Order “Restoring America’s Shipbuilding Dominance,” strengthens and revitalizes
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Conservation Congress (WCC) invites all Wisconsinites to take part in its annual spring hearing process. The WCC is an independent organization of residents that advises the Wisconsin Natural Resources Board and the Wisconsin Department of Natural
On December 18, the Catholic bishops of Wisconsin released the following statement in English and Spanish: We, the bishops of Wisconsin, reaffirm the recent special message by the United States bishops regarding ongoing federal immigration enforcement. Immigration is a profoundly complex issue. On the one hand, the Catholic Church naturally
MADISON, Wis. — Reporting from the Wisconsin Examiner reveals that Tom Tiffany voted for the loophole that allowed billionaire Elon Musk to spend millions of dollars earlier this year in a failed attempt to elect a conservative judge to the Wisconsin Supreme Court. This comes as Musk has started cutting checks for the 2026 midterms and Tiffany
MADISON, WI – Reporting from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel makes it clear, Republicans in Madison are driving up property taxes across our state and making Wisconsin less affordable for our families, neighbors, and friends. SSDC Communications Director Will Karcz on Wisconsin’s rising property taxes: “The hardworking men and women of Wisconsin deserve a
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services today announced two proposed rules threatening medically-necessary health care for transgender young people as part of a broader federal attempt to eliminate access to this care. “It is incredibly important to know that these proposed rules are not currently in effect and are
Wisconsin Voters Step Up to Demand Better Politics and Governance 2025 will long be remembered as one of the most traumatic, chaotic and disturbing years in American history with the accession yet again to the Presidency of the most unstable, tyrannical individual ever to hold high political office in our
WISCONSIN DELLS – Wisconsin Farmers Union (WFU) debuted a new short documentary, All of America, Am I, during the organization’s 95th annual state convention. The film explores how industrial markets and corporate consolidation shape the daily realities of farmers, rural businesses, and the communities that depend on them. Through grounded storytelling and
WASHINGTON — Rep. Tony Wied (R-WI) released the following statement after yesterday’s passage of the Lower Healthcare Premiums for All Americans Act. “Let’s be very clear: Democrats singlehandedly created the healthcare system they are now railing against. Instead of working with us to address this issue, they would rather try to
An investigative report released this morning by Wisconsin Watch finds that shuttered power plants are on track to cost Wisconsin ratepayers nearly $1 billion by the end of 2026. At the same time, the state is facing unprecedented pressure to generate new electricity for data centers—raising the risk of another $1 billion
Encourages everyone 6 months and older to get vaccinated against respiratory viruses to protect against serious illness and spread of disease The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has confirmed the first pediatric respiratory illness-associated deaths in two children from Wisconsin for the 2025-2026 season. One death is a result
Poland: “The struggle to achieve fair and politically neutral state legislative districts has been a long and arduous one in Wisconsin. Revisiting how we arrived at this landmark achievement can provide strategies and hope as we confront other developing and continuing challenges to our democracy.” MADISON, Wis. – As the
Future-focused topics, engaging speakers designed to empower leaders across the region Green Bay, WI —The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay is launching a powerful lineup of programs in 2026 designed to equip current and future leaders with the tools, confidence and connections to lead boldly. These programs will empower the next generation –
KENOSHA, Wis. (December 18, 2025) – University of Wisconsin-Parkside (UW-Parkside) and Ordify AI are thrilled to announce a groundbreaking partnership aimed at developing the future leaders in artificial intelligence and empowering local businesses with transformative AI solutions. This collaboration will provide UW-Parkside students with unparalleled hands-on experience in cutting-edge agentic
As the holiday season approaches, many in the Dane County community are reflecting on gratitude, connection, and the joy of giving. This year, the Dane County Department of Human Services is encouraging residents to consider one of the most meaningful gifts a person can offer: a safe, supportive home for
MADISON, Wis. — After yesterday’s House vote, where Wisconsin Republicans, including Tom Tiffany, Derrick Van Orden, and Bryan Steil, voted to drastically increase their constituents health care costs, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Devin Remiker released the following statement: “These DC politicians, whether it be Tom Tiffany, Derrick Van Orden or
A new program at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will offer students a gateway into careers that support the growing sports industry, from event promotion and merchandising to management and analysis. Sport business will be offered as a major, minor and certificate for undergraduates within the UW-Stevens Point Sentry School of Business
Revised rule creates streamlined licensing pathway for relative and like-kin caregivers, keeping more kids with adults who know and love them MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced he has approved a new administrative rule designed to help improve the state’s foster care system by ensuring kids can more easily
(Duluth, MN) — The International Ship Masters’ Association (ISMA) has announced that U.S Representative Tom Tiffany (R-WI), Sara Fuentes, American Maritime Partnership, and J.M. “Mike” McCoshen, Administrator, Great Lakes Seaway Development Corporation (GLS) will headline seven speakers who will address ISMA when the ISMA holds their 136th Annual Grand Lodge Convention,
Milwaukee Public Schools sent an email to families claiming that it has completed all necessary lead safety work and that schools involved in the lead crisis are now “safe places for students and staff”. This statement is not supported by the district’s own published records, contractor reports, or statements made
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Todd Young (R-IN) led a bipartisan group of their colleagues in calling on President Donald Trump to ensure that implementation of his Executive Order “Restoring America’s Shipbuilding Dominance,” strengthens and revitalizes the Great Lakes shipbuilding industry. Specifically, the Senators are calling
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Conservation Congress (WCC) invites all Wisconsinites to take part in its annual spring hearing process. The WCC is an independent organization of residents that advises the Wisconsin Natural Resources Board and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) on how to responsibly manage Wisconsin’s natural resources.