DELAFIELD, WI: Today, the Institute for Reforming Government provided guidance for journalists and legislators as they put DPI under the microscope for lowering test score standards for students. What Happened: New test scores for Wisconsin K-12 schools, released last week by DPI, are inflated, biased, and unreliable, as the Institute for Reforming

Green Bay, WI— According to third-quarter FEC reports published Tuesday, Wisconsin’s 8th District Democratic nominee, Dr. Kristin Lyerly, has a substantial cash advantage over her opponent, Tony Wied. The Lyerly campaign had a record-breaking third quarter, raising more than any candidate has ever raised in a single quarter in the 8th District

WASHINGTON – Congressional Leadership Fund, the super PAC endorsed by Speaker Mike Johnson and House Republican Leadership, announced an additional $12 million in new ad reservations in key House races. These additions will run in battleground offensive and defensive races and bring CLF’s investment to over $202 million up to this

Minocqua, WI – Yesterday, Kirk Bangstad, owner of Minocqua Brewing Company, was arrested by the Oneida County Sheriff’s Department on two counts of “misdemeanor defamation,” pursuant to an almost never used, and likely unconstitutional state criminal statute. Bangstad was detained in Minocqua, handcuffed, and transported to the Oneida County jail, where

MADISON, Wis. — In the final weeks of the election, WisDems will be highlighting Eric Hovde’s extreme agenda for Wisconsin, and how his policies would be disastrous for Wisconsinites. The seventh edition will look at Hovde’s plan to cut funding for law enforcement.  California bank owner Eric Hovde’s budget plan would slash

Wisconsin voters have a number of critical choices to make at the ballot box this November. The U.S. Presidency, political control of the U.S. Senate, U.S. House of Representatives and the Wisconsin Legislature are all up for grabs. But also slipped onto the ballot by a partisan and divisive vote

WISCONSIN – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) called on the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to provide immediate assistance for Wisconsin farmers impacted by the sudden closure of Pure Prairie Poultry, which has left poultry farmers in Wisconsin staring down crippling financial losses without feed and a processor for their

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This week, the DNC launched a new billboard ad in Wisconsin to continue to call out Jill Stein as a spoiler candidate for Donald Trump. The billboard reminds voters that Jill Stein is unapologetic about helping to hand the White House to Donald Trump in 2016, and that she can

On October 16th and 23rd voters will have a chance to hear candidates’ stances on issues impacting small businesses and residents in Northeast Wisconsin in the 30th and 18th State Senate races. Main Street Alliance (MSA) is hosting roundtable events to spotlight two of the key races in the fight

Madison, WI – October 16, 2024 – With less than one month before election day, Hispanic Federation, Centro, FWD Latino, Voces de La Frontera are gathering in Madison on Thursday October 17 at 11AM to mobilize eligible Latino voters to the polls. Working together, the groups seek to engage with Latino voters and knock-on thousands of

JANESVILLE, WISCONSIN — Today, the Steil for Wisconsin campaign announced over $3.1 million cash on hand in the final three weeks of the 2024 cycle. Congressman Bryan Steil’s campaign reported that Steil raised over $1.4 million for his committees in the third quarter.  Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) issued the following statement: 

MADISON, Wis. — With new, fair legislative maps, Wisconsin Democrats have a real shot at winning a majority in Madison this November and putting an end to Republican games that have held our state back.  Democratic candidates are getting their message out from Wausau and Sheboygan to La Crosse and Baraboo, with

School counselors provide a variety of services for students in the prekindergarten to grade 12 setting, supporting both students’ mental health and academic achievement. However, ongoing challenges across the nation to recruit, hire and retain qualified school counselors have caused a massive shortage, particularly in rural schools, impacting students, their

WI-08 Republican Nominee Tony Wied Releases First TV Ad: “Problem Solver” De Pere, WI – Republican nominee for Wisconsin’s 8th Congressional District Tony Wied today released his first TV ad for the general election highlighting his background as a small business owner and problem solver. “I spent decades creating jobs right here

Madison, Wis. – Today, with 20 days until Election Day, the Strong Schools, Strong Community campaign is announcing its third and final student co-chair. Tasha Noel, a junior at Capital High School, will help lead the campaign along with a deep bench of co-chairs: Representative Francesca Hong, Ruben Anthony, Sandy Morales, Jeff Mack,

WISCONSIN – Police Leaders for Community Safety, a national nonpartisan organization of law enforcement leaders, today announced its endorsement of Tammy Baldwin for reelection to the U.S. Senate. This endorsement reflects Senator Baldwin’s commitment to public safety, law enforcement, and upholding the rule of law. “Senator Tammy Baldwin stands out as

(MILWAUKEE) — Milwaukee Public Schools’ (MPS) Office of Interscholastic Athletics & Academics did not file the necessary paperwork for the football teams from Bay View High School and Pulaski High School to move between divisions before the 2024 season began. This oversight led to a sanction from the Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association

MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, Lieutenant Governor Sara Rodriguez, Senate Minority Leader Dianne Hesselbein, and State Senate candidate Jodi Habush Sinykin held a roundtable discussion with voters in the 8th Senate District about the perilous state of reproductive freedoms in Wisconsin under a Republican-controlled Legislature.  Speakers shared how Republicans like Duey Stroebel have

MADISON — Following news that Wisconsin has a budget surplus of $4.6 billion, State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly today released a statement calling for investment in public education. “The news that Wisconsin has a budget surplus of more than $4.5 billion comes at a time when too many of our school