MADISON, Wis.—The Universities of Wisconsin will use a $100,000 grant as part of  Lumina Foundation’s Great Admissions Redesign initiative to identify math courses that prepare students for college-level work. The funding is part of a $3.5 million investment by  Lumina , announced today, to simplify the college admissions process and expand student

MADISON, Wis. – Storms can develop quickly in Wisconsin and knowing what to do when a severe weather warning is issued can help keep you and others safe. To help encourage everyone to be prepared for tornadoes, thunderstorms and flooding, Gov. Evers signed a proclamation declaring April 13-17 as Severe

MADISON, Wis. – UW Health has acquired University Podiatry Associates, a podiatry clinic located on the west side of Madison.  The practice provides comprehensive podiatry care for a wide range of conditions, such as diabetic foot ulcers, arthritis, bunions, hammertoes and other deformities or injuries. The practice is staffed by

Missy Announces Plans To Expand Badgercare, Create A Public Option, Protect Abortion Rights, Defend Wisconsin’s Public Health From RFK, and Fix A Broken Healthcare Status Quo That Puts Profits Over Patients VIROQUA – Today Missy Hughes, former head of Wisconsin Economic Development, announced the ten first steps she will take to

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of CriminalInvestigation (DCI) is investigating an officer involved death that occurred in the City of Superior on the evening of Tuesday, April 7, 2026. At 9:47 p.m. Tuesday evening, a Superior Police Department officer located a wanted person in the

MADISON, Wis. —  As the first woman of color to run in a contested race for Dane County Circuit Court Branch One Judge, my losing campaign that concluded on April 7 has taught me profound and lasting lessons. In Dane County, we often take pride in being a progressive and

Following Chris Taylor’s victory in the Wisconsin Supreme Court race this evening, DCCC spokesperson Katie Smith released the following statement: “Wisconsin voters sent another clear message that they are ready for leaders who put them first, meaning time is running out for out-of-touch politicians Derrick Van Orden and Bryan Steil.

MADISON, Wis. — Tonight, unfortunately, Judge Maria Lazar did not prevail in her race for the Wisconsin Supreme Court. “I want to thank Judge Maria Lazar, who stepped forward to represent Wisconsin values on the ballot this spring. Maria ran an honorable campaign focused on impartial justice, following the rule of law,

Tonight, Judge Chris Taylor handily beat her right-wing opponent in the Wisconsin Supreme Court race, securing a liberal majority on the court through 2030. With this victory, Wisconsinites have a majority on the court that is committed to protecting their reproductive rights, voting rights, and election integrity. With tonight’s results,

(Milwaukee, April 7, 2026)—Today’s election marks a definitive shift in the composition of the Wisconsin Supreme Court, one that will have real consequences for how justice is interpreted and applied across our state. With Chris Taylor joining the Court, the balance now moves to a 5–2 majority aligned with protecting

MADISON, WI – Current District 8 Alder and Council Vice President MGR Govindarajan released the following statement following Alder-Elect Ellen Zhang’s impressive win in tonight’s election: “Congrats to Ellen Zhang on her impressive victory tonight! She ran a campaign focused on the student experience and focusing on the issues impacting

Madison, WI – Tonight, Ellen Zhang was elected as the next District 8 Alder to represent the campus seat on the Madison Common Council. Alder-Elect Zhang released the following statement: “Tonight, the voters of District 8 have spoken, and I am deeply grateful for the trust you’ve placed in me.

MADISON, Wis. — Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Devin Remiker released the following statement congratulating Justice-elect Chris Taylor on her election to the Wisconsin Supreme Court: “Justice-elect Chris Taylor’s victory is a resounding rejection of the extreme, right-wing political agenda in favor of Supreme Court justices who will protect the fundamental rights and

WASHINGTON — Judge Chris Taylor flipped a seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court, expanding the liberal majority to 5-2 for the first time in recent history. This win gives the liberal majority control of the court until at least 2030 and will shape key issues like redistricting, which is why the DLCC announced Chris Taylor

MADISON – Justice-elect Chris Taylor defeated Maria Lazar in a race for the Wisconsin Supreme Court on Tuesday night, a victory that signals how unpopular anti-choice, far-right ideas are in the state when directly confronted. Taylor, a champion for reproductive freedom and worker’s rights, ran her race on similar themes

MILWAUKEE – Tonight the AP projected that Chris Taylor has been elected to serve as the next justice on the Wisconsin Supreme Court. ACLU of Wisconsin Executive Director Dr. Melinda Brennan released the following statement: “Wisconsinites once again went to the polls and delivered a clear message about their resounding

Wisconsin AFL-CIO President Stephanie Bloomingdale released the following statement on the election of Judge Chris Taylor to the Wisconsin Supreme Court: Congratulations to Judge Chris Taylor on her victory and election to the Wisconsin Supreme Court, and congratulations to our entire Wisconsin labor movement that proudly stood by her every

Madison, WI – Today, Rep. Ryan Clancy (D-Milwaukee) led Wisconsin legislators as part of a nationwide state legislator call for immediate constitutional action to remove President Donald Trump from the Presidency. 218 state legislators from 27 states made the demand in response to Trump’s ongoing, unprovoked war on Iran, his

MADISON, Wis. – Sen. Patrick Testin (R-Stevens Point) released the following statement after the University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents terminated the employment of UW President Jay Rothman: “Make no mistake about it, the firing of UW President Rothman is a blatant partisan hatchet job. Despite his efforts to

MADISON, Wis.—The Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System has unanimously voted to make a change in leadership of the system, with current President Jay Rothman’s tenure ending immediately. The Board is grateful for President Rothman’s service and recognizes the meaningful work undertaken during his tenure. Under his