New reporting from Wisconsin Public Radio is spotlighting how Derrick Van Orden’s vote to slash the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) would jeopardize food access and raise costs for approximately 700,000 Wisconsinites, 60% of which are families with children. Van Orden made a promise to Wisconsinites that he’d protect SNAP – and just days later, he

MADISON, Wis. – Today, the Republican leadership of the Wisconsin Assembly’s Committee on Judiciary released the full agenda for tomorrow’s executive session, notably dropping AB 88 from consideration. AB 88, described by bill author Rep. Shae Sortwell as an “anti-riot” bill, is clearly intended to discourage free expression and assembly.

MADISON, Wis. — After spending over $25 million in his failed attempt to buy himself a Supreme Court seat, Elon Musk is taking a step back from spending in politics. His disastrous involvement led, in part, to Schimel losing by 10 points to now Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Susan Crawford. In response, Democratic Party of

MILWAUKEE — Dr. Gabriel Velez, associate professor of educational policy and leadership in Marquette University’s College of Education, has been awarded a Fulbright Specialist Award to serve as an expert consultant at Corporación Universitaria Santa Rosa de Cabal in Risaralda (UNISARC), Colombia. His project aims to support the institution by developing

MADISON-After a contentious May 7th hearing, the Assembly Committee on Judiciary dropped Assembly Bill 88 from consideration, removing it from the Executive Hearing agenda. Assembly Bill 88 would create a new criminal and civil penalty for “rioting,” but was widely criticized both for its substance as well as its technical

[Madison, WI] — Child Advocacy Centers of Wisconsin proudly congratulates Representative Patrick Snyder (R–Schofield) for receiving the Champions for Children State Advocacy Award by the National Children’s Alliance (NCA). This national honorrecognizes state policymakers who demonstrate exceptional leadership in strengthening the Child Advocacy Center (CAC) model through legislative and administra…

MADISON – Ahead of a planned 1 a.m. ET Wednesday committee vote to move the Republican-led massive reconciliation bill to the House floor, Wisconsin Conservation Voters released the following statement from Federal Government Affairs Manager Casey Hicks:  “This extreme and reckless reconciliation bill would stop Wisconsin’s clean energy progress in

After Raw Story reporting revealed that Derrick Van Orden “called for the Trump administration to implement cuts at the Department of Veterans Affairs,” Van Orden is “receiving a lot of backlash” for his dangerous agenda that threatens Wisconsin veterans’ access to health care.  Van Orden said directly to VA Secretary

Waukesha & Washington Counties – State Representatives Jim Piwowarczyk and Dan Knodl, along with other area representatives, submitted budget amendments to provide critical prosecutorial support by adding 10 Assistant District Attorney (ADA) positions in Waukesha County and 2.6 ADA positions in Washington County. This proposal addresses rising caseloads, increased crime

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) questioned Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. at a Senate hearing on why his agency has dramatically stopped research for lifesaving cures and clinical trials for cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, ALS, and more. Last week, a report found the Trump Administration

MADISON, Wis. – The latest episode of “WisBusiness.com: The Show” features Kevin Boggs, director of the Office of Technology Development at the Medical College of Wisconsin. He discusses how campus innovation can lead to better diagnostics and therapies to help people. The Show also reviews recent and upcoming Tech Council events. Click

Waukesha County – Today, State Representatives Adam Neylon, Scott Allen, Barbara Dittrich, Cindi Duchow, Dan Knodl, Dave Maxey, Jim Piwowarczyk and Chuck Wichgers submitted a budget amendment to add 10 positions to the Waukesha County District Attorney’s Office. The proposal addresses rising caseloads, enhances the efficiency of the criminal justice

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MADISON, Wis. — The Wisconsin Dairy Products Association (WDPA) proudlycongratulates Sarah Hagenow of Poynette on being named Wisconsin’s 78th Alice inDairyland. “Alice in Dairyland plays a vital role in telling the story of Wisconsin agriculture, anddairy is at the heart of that story,” said Amy Winters, Executive Director of WDPA.

MADISON, WI – Today, Representative Shelia Stubbs joined WAVE Educational Fund, stakeholders, and constituents at their Day of Action at the State Capitol. Representative Shelia Stubbs (D-Madison) released the following statement:  “Today I joined WAVE Educational Fund, community partners, and advocates from across the state for their Day of Action

WIKLER: “Devin’s been a secret weapon at WisDems for years, working closely with me at every step. As chair, he’ll take the party to new heights.” REEDSBURG, Wis. – Current WisDems Chair Ben Wikler has endorsed Devin Remiker to lead and grow the party after his term ends. Wikler joins

Jessica Santiago recognized for deep and lasting impact on global education NEW BERLIN — Jessica Santiago, a Spanish teacher at New Berlin West Middle/High School, has been named the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction’s 2024-25 Global Educator of the Year. With 23 years teaching middle and high school Spanish, Santiago

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is responding to a recent manure spill in Monroe County. Spill response began over the weekend and DNR staff continue to monitor the situation. The DNR was first notified of the spill on Saturday, May 17, via a call to the

Janesville, WI – Today, perennial candidate Randy Bryce announced a challenge against Congressman Bryan Steil. Bryce previously ran against Steil and lost by 12 points. After the announcement, Congressman Steil’s campaign issued the following statement:  “Randy Bryce’s radical open-border and anti-law enforcement policies have been rejected by Wiscosnin families … Please log in to access subscriber

Second consecutive annual state report shows average cost of infant care increased over 10 percent as Republican lawmakers gut child care funding from governor’s proposed budget MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Children and Families (DCF), today announced the results of the 2025 Market Rate Survey,