Gov. Tony Evers, as previewed in his 2025 State of the State address, announced approval of the Wisconsin Department of Health Services’ (DHS) emergency rule to strengthen standards to protect more kids from further lead exposure. In Wisconsin, lead poisoning or exposure is defined in state law, which also permits DHS to

MADISON, Wis. — Judge Brad Schimel is on the campaign trail joking he has to, “invest in knee pads, to crawl around begging people” in his chase for campaign cash, according to a news report today. But according to A Better Wisconsin Together Deputy Director Mike Browne, Schimel’s record of taking actions

Madison, Wis. — Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin (PPAWI) is honored to announce its endorsement of Judge Susan Crawford for the Wisconsin Supreme Court.  With a distinguished legal career where she has upheld constitutional rights and protected access to reproductive health care, Judge Crawford is the clear choice for protecting the

MADISON, Wis. – In recognition of Gov. Tony Evers’ proclamation of Feb. 2-8, 2025 as Flood Insurance Awareness Week, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is raising awareness of our state’s increasing flood risk and the importance of having appropriate insurance coverage. Flood insurance is an important tool to prevent financial vulnerability

The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) sued the Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA) and the Baraboo School District for wrongfully preventing a student from participating in school sponsored and funded athletic co-curricular programming. The WIAA determined the student was ineligible for one year due to its

“I look forward to meeting with the three finalists for superintendent of Milwaukee PublicSchools later this week. All have impressive backgrounds.“I will be interested to hear how each candidate will responsibly manage the district’sfacilities and resources, work cooperatively with organizations and governments, and –most importantly – remain laser-focused on improving

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the city of Viroqua is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program to improve its public drinking water system. The project includes replacing water mains in the city of Viroqua. Activities related to this project

Merging is a common technique on our roads that requires all drivers to stay calm and pay attention to avoid crashes. The Wisconsin State Patrol’s February Law of the Month highlights the basics of safe merging for new and experienced drivers. Merging includes changing lanes, joining traffic on another road,

Imagine you walk into a Wisconsin high school – you see students scurrying around a student-run café, hear the hum of a hydroponic grow station for salad greens, and the noticeable buzz of power tools from the school auto shop. You might see students collecting fresh eggs from the school

MILWAUKEE – Kent Lovern, Milwaukee County’s newly-elected district attorney, will be the featured guest at a Newsmaker Luncheon set for noon on Wednesday, February 12, hosted by the Milwaukee Press Club and WisPolitics.com.  Lovern, who began his career as a criminal defense attorney in Racine, was hired in 1998 as a prosecutor for Milwaukee

SCHIMEL: “I have to invest in knee pads. You know, I gotta go to Menards, invest in knee pads, to crawl around begging people, ‘please, please, please, consider getting involved and consider supporting my race.’” SCHIMEL: “She got in the race three weeks before that deadline was up, raised $460,000 in three weeks.

Madison –The Wisconsin Industrial Energy Group, Inc. (WIEG) the non-profit association representing 25 of Wisconsin’s largest energy consumers and 35,000 jobs today urged lawmakers to reject renewed efforts to revive the transmission Right of First Refusal (ROFR) legislation. It has been defeated in two consecutive sessions and is expected to be introduced

Madison, WI – Today, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Jill Underly launched a digital ad campaign prior to the February 18th primary. This ad, titled “Future,” demonstrates Jill’s clear record of getting things done for our kids and the tangible results of that work. “Voters have a clear choice in

MADISON, Wis. —  The new Republican blanket tariff plan is a massive tax hike on Wisconsin families, farmers and manufacturers. From raising the cost of fuel and electricity, to hiking the prices folks pay at the grocery store for fruits and vegetables, Wisconsinites will pay the price for reckless Republican tariffs. Democratic

MADISON, Wis.  – Today, Judge Susan Crawford wrote in a new op-ed in The Capital Times that she is running for the Wisconsin Supreme Court to be a common sense Justice dedicated to protecting the fundamental rights and freedoms of all Wisconsinites. Meanwhile, politician Brad Schimel has spent his entire career advancing

With a stroke of a pen, President Trump has imposed the single largest tax hike on American consumers in decades. From 10% on energy (including 60% of our crude oil imports) to 25% on everything from off season fruits and vegetables to construction materials to affordable consumer goods, every American

With Donald Trump signing blanket tariffs that will ensure Wisconsin families – not corporations – pay higher prices, DNC Chair Ken Martin released the following statement:  “Here’s the thing about Donald Trump’s erratic tariff policy: Trump isn’t going to make corporate billionaires pay for these tariffs – working families and small

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) released the following statement on President Donald Trump’s announcement of across-the-board 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico and a 10% additional tariff on imports from China. “When it comes to the high-level goals of tackling the fentanyl epidemic and securing

MADISON, Wis. – Today, President Trump enacted new tariffs on key trade partners, signing an Executive Order that will trigger price hikes on gas, groceries, and everyday items in the coming weeks. Increased tariffs are a key piece of Trump and House Republicans’ plan to pay for massive tax breaks for the

Madison, WI – Today, Dane County Executive Melissa Agard recognizes the start of Black History Month 2025, celebrating the profound contributions of Black individuals and communities in Dane County. This month serves as an opportunity to honor the achievements, resilience, and leadership of Black residents, while also acknowledging the historical