MADISON, WI – Americans for Contraception (AFC) today launched a comprehensive campaign in Wisconsin to hold legislators accountable for their votes against protecting contraception rights.  The campaign, featuring targeted video ads (on  OTT platforms), high-impact billboards, and an extensive texting outreach program, seeks to educate voters and spark critical conversations about

This week members of the Wisconsin Troopers Association (WTA) announced their endorsements for the 2024 election cycle, including Representative Steve Doyle, recognizing candidates in the Wisconsin State Senate and Assembly who demonstrate support for the men and women of law enforcement and who consistently act to improve public and highway

MADISON — The Eric Hovde for Senate campaign released a new ad highlighting the fact that while Sen. Baldwin rails against Wall Street, Big-Pharma, and Big-Tech, she has simultaneously raked in cash from each sector. Eric Hovde states at the end of the ad, “I’m not taking their special interest money. I’ll only

MADISON, Wis. — Third time’s the charm, unless it’s Eric Hovde talking about the Farm Bill… Once again, Hovde was in disbelief that anyone would expect him to understand the Farm Bill. Yesterday, when asked about the legislation, Hovde said “why in God’s green Earth would I know all the details in

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD), today announced nine counties across the state, including several counties in Northern Wisconsin, showed the lowest rates of unemployment on record. Counties with record-low unemployment include Ashland, Bayfield, Burnett, Door, Langlade, Oconto, Pepin, Rock, and Sawyer,

MADISON, Wis. — After months of faux outrage from Wisconsin Republicans like Duey Stroebel about improving kids’ reading ability, a new report from the Department of Public Instruction last week found that the blame for students’ stagnant scores lies solely with Republicans on the Joint Finance Committee—Republicans like Duey Stroebel himself. Because

MADISON, WI (OCT. 23, 2024) – The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) presented Wisconsin Senator Joan Ballweg with its 2024 Guardian of Small Business Award (Guardian Award).  NFIB’s Guardian Award recognizes leaders who stand up for and advocate on behalf of small businesses. It is NFIB’s most prestigious legislative award.  Sen.

MILWAUKEE, WI – Tomorrow, Institute for Reforming Government (IRG) General Counsel and Director of the Center for Investigative Oversight (CIO), Jake Curtis, will testify before the U.S. House Judiciary Committee on the immigration crisis and its impact on the City of Whitewater.  WHAT IT IS: IRG General Counsel Jake Curtis is testifying

Today in Fox News, Republican and former Bush Secretary of Agriculture Ann Veneman endorsed Kamala Harris for President. In her endorsement, Veneman cited the Harris-Walz campaign’s “bold vision” and slammed Donald Trump’s tax hikes as “dangerous for rural America.” “Donald Trump’s current tariff proposal is dangerous for rural America. It would

In middle school, people often mistook Gavin and Mason White Eagle for twins — teachers sometimes had a hard time telling them apart. These days, it’s a little easier. Mason, younger by 14 months, outgrew his brother in high school and is now a couple inches taller. In other ways,

Pillars of the Community initiative, led by former Bush and Obama legal counsels, places full-page ads in newspapers across the state in effort to increase trust in elections. Madison – With just days to go before the November 5th presidential election, over 30 community leaders from across Wisconsin lent their name to

Baldwin stands with families whose loved ones died of fentanyl overdoses and supports their petition to launch probe and hold PRC accountable WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) called on the Biden Administration to hold the People’s Republic of China (PRC) accountable for its role in actively supporting the production and export

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MADISON — Wisconsin entrepreneur Eric Hovde voted yesterday on the first day of early in-person voting with his wife, Sharon Hovde. After casting his ballot, Eric attended three Early Vote Rallies in Sun Prairie, West Bend, and Milwaukee with RNC Chairman Michael Whatley and U.S. Rep. Scott Fitzgerald (R-WI-05). Photo from Kate Morton,

For a group of Fireside Café student employees at UW-Stout, lunchtime this fall also means lab time. On Tuesdays and Thursdays in the Memorial Student Center, they prep the made-to-order restaurant for its 11 a.m. opening, then greet customers and prepare orders such as stir fries, paninis and burritos throughout

Nation’s largest youth vote organization champions a diverse slate of leaders and issues Washington, D.C. — Today, NextGen PAC announced its final round of endorsements, supporting progressive candidates and issues in crucial states Arizona, Nevada, and New Hampshire. These endorsements represent NextGen PAC’s unwavering commitment to building a future that reflects

Funding will help replace lead pipes, address PFAS, and protect freshwater resources Baldwin’s Buy America rules ensure that American iron and steel are used for water infrastructure upgrades WISCONSIN – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced Wisconsin is receiving an additional $86 million through her Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to upgrade

The Wisconsin State Patrol is now accepting applications from individuals with a passion to serve Wisconsin. Whether you are new to law enforcement or are currently serving in another community, the State Patrol has openings for the 71st and 72nd Recruit Classes. Troopers and inspectors are assigned to counties throughout the state

EAU CLAIRE, Wisc. — On Friday, the Washington Independent revealed that Derrick Van Orden derailed a constituent meeting with two Wisconsin dairy farmers who were visiting Washington, D.C. to discuss agricultural policies by interrupting them and yelling at them. This is unacceptable behavior for a Member of Congress – or anyone raised “Wisconsin

OSHKOSH, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds all spearers interested in harvesting a lake sturgeon from Lake Winnebago during the 2025 sturgeon spearing season to buy their license by Oct. 31, 2024. There are an unlimited number of licenses available for Lake Winnebago, and residents and nonresidents