Wisconsin voters turned out to vote in record numbers on and before April 1st and decisively opted for impartial justice and independence from the influence of the world’s richest person and his unprecedented attempt to buy control of the Wisconsin Supreme Court. It wasn’t even close. $25 million from Elon Musk

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages all Wisconsinites to roll up their sleeves and volunteer this Earth month and every month of the year. Volunteers are essential to helping the DNR protect and enhance Wisconsin’s abundant natural resources. Lend your skills and talents for an hour,

MADISON – The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development today released U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates of employment and unemployment statistics for metropolitan areas, major cities, and counties in Wisconsin for February 2025. In brief, the nonseasonally adjusted data for Wisconsin shows: Metropolitan Statistical Areas: Preliminary February 2025 unemployment rates increased

MADISON, WI – Today, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02) joined CNN’s Kate Bolduan to discuss Susan Crawford’s overwhelming victory in the Wisconsin Supreme Court race and how it’s a referendum on the Trump/Musk agenda. They also discussed Trump’s tariffs and the future of the Democratic party. Click here to watch the full interview,

KAUKAUNA — Prior to attending a public hearing at Kaukauna High School, the Democratic members of the Joint Committee on Finance joined members of the Carpenters Union to discuss the ways the state budget should invest in the people doing the work to make our communities great. The four Democratic

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MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD), announced Wisconsin has retained a top-five ranking in America for successfully helping veterans find employment for the second consecutive year. The ranking underscores the governor’s and the Evers Administration’s continued commitment to supporting Wisconsin’s approximately 300,000 veterans

[Wisconsin] – On Tuesday, Educated We Stand, the national, non-partisan organization dedicated to safeguarding the integrity of public education, announced that Jill Underly for State Superintendent and five of its six endorsed local school board candidates won their elections in Wisconsin. The endorsed candidates who secured victories are: Jill Underly for State

Knutson Drive is currently closed to through traffic while scheduled reconstruction in the area is completed. This project includes a new street design with curb and gutter, sidewalk, and driveway aprons. The asphalt pavement and gravel base will be replaced. The sanitary sewer and water main will remain. The project will add

Madison, WI…Senator Rob Stafsholt (R – New Richmond) and Representative Clint Moses (R – Menomonie) introduced legislation to protect Wisconsin’s farmlands from being owned by foreign investors. The bill, Wisconsin Farmland Protection Act, will restrict foreign ownership of agricultural land to ensure that Wisconsin continues to be a leader in

MADISON, Wis. – Spring brings the blooming of flowers, the return of migrating birds, and an increased risk of severe weather. These storms can develop quickly and knowing what to do when severe weather comes can keep everyone safe. To encourage preparation for tornadoes, thunderstorms and flooding, Wisconsin observes April

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting nominations for three seats on the Wisconsin Soybean Marketing Board. Producers who grow and sell soybeans in the following districts are eligible to nominate producers or be nominated to the board. District 3: Adams, Crawford, Grant,

MILWAUKEE –  The state of U.S. journalism, which faces new challenges from politicians and market forces, will be the subject of a lively panel discussion featuring three Wisconsin news executives. Wisconsin Public Radio Director of Radio Sarah Ashworth, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Executive Editor Greg Borowski and Wisconsin Watch CEO George

“Today, we celebrate our own Liberation Day in Wisconsin. Judge Susan Crawford’s win helps restore confidence that our highest court will uphold the rule of law, respect legal precedent, and protect the rights of every Wisconsinite. Stability and trust in our institutions are essential for business leaders making long-term decisions

The Milwaukee Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) are declaring a win for Milwaukee’s working class after member Alex Brower won the race for the open District 3 seat on the Common Council Tuesday. Milwaukee DSA supported Brower’s candidacy from the start. We look forward to supporting Brower’s work at City

MADISON — On Tuesday Wisconsin voters on Main Streets—from Bayfield to Brookfield—made it clear that their votes and their state were not for sale. Elon Musk spent $25 million trying to sway Wisconsin’s Supreme Court race—and failed. Voters rejected his attempt to buy the election with oversized checks, pay-to-play tactics,

MILWAUKEE — Milwaukee VA’s Vocational Rehabilitation Service, in collaboration with Fleet & Family Support Center, Naval Station Great Lakes, Transition Assistance Program (TAP) team, will host a Veteran Job Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Thursday, April 17 at the Milwaukee War Memorial Center, War Memorial Hall, 750 N. Lincoln

MADISON, WI – Intending to address the challenge of continuously rising healthcare costs, employers from Wisconsin and surrounding states will gather at The Alliance 2025 Spring Symposium in Madison on April 22-23. With the theme “Bend the Trend: Designing Affordable Healthcare Together,” this two-day educational event hosted primarily at the

RHINELANDER, WI — In a resounding rejection of billionaire interference and partisan extremism, Wisconsin voters delivered a historic victory last night—electing Judge Susan Crawford to the State Supreme Court and re-electing Dr. Jill Underly as State Superintendent of Public Instruction. “This is what people-powered politics looks like,” said Kyle Kilbourn,

MILWAUKEE – In the run up to threatened new tariffs, a new Marquette Law School Poll national survey finds 58% of adults think tariffs hurt the U.S. economy, while 28% say tariffs help the economy and 14% say they don’t make much difference. Slightly more than half of Republicans, 52%,