MADISON – This afternoon, Donald Trump will sign an executive order to begin shutting down the U.S. Department of Education, a reckless move that threatens over $1 billion in federal funding for Wisconsin schools and puts critical programs—including special education, school meals, and teacher training—at immediate risk. And once again,

Madison, Wis.—March 20, 2025—The Center for Black Excellence and Culture (The Center) announced today that Janine Stephens Hale has been appointed Chief Administrative Officer. Stephens Hale, a Wisconsin native with extensive experience managing and supporting the success of local and nonprofit organizations, brings a robust skillset and deep community connections that

MADISON, Wis. — New reporting today from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel revealed that Brad Schimel has decided his path to victory lies in petty insults and outdated attacks aimed at sitting Wisconsin Supreme Court justices with whom he disagrees. At both public and private events over the last year, Brad Schimel has repeatedly insulted the

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) announced its communications staff for the 2026 election cycle as the Committee continues its work to protect and expand the Republican House majority. Will Kiley will lead the team as the Communications Director. A Virginia native, Kiley most recently served as the official and campaign

MINOCQUA, WI – The Minocqua Brewing Company SuperPAC is taking direct action against Wisconsin sheriffs who are choosing to align with Donald Trump’s extremist immigration agenda. Today, the SuperPAC announced that it has filed open records requests with Washington, Winnebago, Oneida, Crawford, and Burnett County Sheriffs’ Offices to uncover the extent

MADISON, Wis. – The Republican Party of Wisconsin is gearing up for the final stretch of the election by launching the first of three radio ads focused on minority outreach. The first ad will appear in the Milwaukee media market highlighting Jill Underly’s abysmal record with the Department of Public Instruction. The

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“Cures in Crisis: What Gutting NIH Research Means for Americans with Cancer, Alzheimer’s, & Other Diseases” will spotlight patients, universities, and researchers impacted by cuts WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Peter Welch (D-VT) announced that on Wednesday, March 26, at 2:30pm ESTthey will host a forum: “Cures in

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) now offers students ages 15-17 the opportunity to take DMV’s knowledge test from the convenience of their home with parent or guardian supervision. The knowledge test is a two-part exam that covers rules for the road and important road

MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul today issued the below statement in response to news reports that President Donald Trump is expected to sign an executive order today aimed at dismantling the Department of Education. “Shutting down the Department of Education would mean taking from our kids’ educations to

MADISON, Wis. — Reporting from the Wisconsin Independent on Wednesday highlighted far-right candidate Brad Schimel’s record attacking the Affordable Care Act. As Wisconsin’s attorney general, Brad Schimel led the state into a lawsuit to overturn the Affordable Care Act, called the ACA a “train wreck,” and threatened to strip protections away from those

WAUKESHA, Wisc. – Since Judge Brad Schimel launched his campaign over 16 months ago, he declared his devotion to restoring objectivity to the Wisconsin Supreme Court. In a recent interview conducted by the Wisconsin State Journal, Judge Brad Schimel explains how his candidacy for the Wisconsin Supreme Court was driven by what

MADISON, Wis. – UW Health is working to quadruple the number of care providers using an artificial intelligence tool in the first half of 2025 so that providers have higher-quality patient interactions. This AI technology is an ambient listening tool that can record, transcribe and analyze the discussion a health

MADISON, Wis. — Brad Schimel has a history of saying one thing in public, and a different thing behind closed doors. But new reporting from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel today uncovered Schimel lobbing derogatory and disqualifying attacks, both behind closed doors and in public, at five members of the state Supreme Court—including Justice

MADISON, Wis. — Today, Judge Susan Crawford’s campaign for the Wisconsin Supreme Court launched “Who I Am,” a new ad highlighting Judge Crawford’s upbringing in Chippewa Falls.  Growing up, Judge Crawford’s sister was born with special needs, and Susan became her protector. And when her dad was laid off from his

Governor urges Transportation Secretary Duffy to support Wisconsin infrastructure, address delays and threats to funding for projects across Wisconsin MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers released a letter sent to former Wisconsin Congressman and now U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) Secretary Sean Duffy urging immediate action to prevent uncertainty and potential delays for

MADISON – In tonight’s forum, State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly made clear why she is the only candidate qualified to lead Wisconsin’s public schools, while Lobbyist Brittany Kinser struggled to defend her misleading attacks and refusal to stand up for Wisconsin students. Lobbyist Brittany Kinser once again falsely claimed that

Wisconsin AFL-CIO President Stephanie Bloomingdale released the following statement in response to tonight’s forum between Dr. Jill Underly and education consultant Brittany Kinser: “The Wisconsin AFL-CIO is proud to endorse Dr. Jill Underly for Superintendent of Public Instruction in Wisconsin. Her opponent, Brittany Kinser is supported by the same wealthy

MADISON, Wis. — Today, Judge Susan Crawford’s campaign for the Wisconsin Supreme Court launched “What’s At Stake,” a new ad highlighting how Brad Schimel doesn’t trust women to make their own healthcare decisions—and if Brad Schimel wins, women’s right to make their own health care decisions is gone. As a former

(Oshkosh, Wisconsin) — On March 18, members of the United Auto Workers Local 291 union went on strike for a fair and just union contract at Cummins in Oshkosh. The UAW represents approximately 90 workers at the off highway axles and T-Cases manufacturer.  “The Wisconsin labor movement proudly stands in solidarity with our