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CHILTON, Wis., July 13, 2026 — The American Dairy Coalition (ADC) applauds the proposed Federal Trade Commission (FTC) right-to-repair settlement with Deere & Company that could save farmers millions in repair costs. “This proposed settlement represents important progress toward reducing unnecessary
Wisconsin State Patrol troopers will be riding alongside semitruck drivers this week in the annual Trooper in a Truck enforcement and education campaign. In partnership with the Wisconsin Motor Carriers Association (WMCA), Wisconsin State Patrol troopers use the higher vantage
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. – Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin will recognize three of Wisconsin’s leading crime victim advocates with its Champion of Crime Victims’ Rights Award, honoring professionals who have worked to strengthen the implementation and enforcement of victims’ rights in the
MADISON, Wis. — One year after congressional Republicans passed their tax law, Opportunity Wisconsin Program Director Meghan Roh highlights how Wisconsin families are still paying the price in a new op-ed for the Cap Times. The op-ed details the law’s
WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Defend America Action is releasing a new report, first published by Common Dreams, on how Donald Trump’s Big, Ugly Bill is making America unaffordable. Because Trump and Republicans gutted health care and food assistance to pay for tax breaks for the
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has certified two nominees that are eligible to be elected to two seats on the Wisconsin Cranberry Board. Beginning July 10, 2026, cranberry growers have until August
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (July 13, 2026) — The Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce will launch its new Ballot Brief podcast series on Monday, July 13, providing Chippewa Valley voters with the opportunity to hear directly from each of the
RAYMOND, Wis. — Wisconsin Assembly Representative Christine Sinicki (AD-20, D-Milwaukee) today endorsed Mitchell Berman for Wisconsin’s First Congressional District. Sinicki issued the following statement: “Mitchell Berman brings the needed input of a hard-working union nurse who has dedicated his livelihood
BLACK EARTH, WIS. – Today, Dylan Helmenstine’s campaign for Wisconsin State Treasurer announced it has raised more than $122,000 to date. This comes as the campaign raised more than $85,000 from over 500 contributions during the first half of 2026.
CONTACT: press@saraforwi.com The Sara Rodriguez for Wisconsin campaign released the following statement tonight: “The Sara Rodriguez for Wisconsin campaign has terminated its campaign manager, effective today, after discovering serious mismanagement and inaccuracies in campaign finance filings she prepared. “An initial
BARABOO, WIS. — Today the Trump administration finalized their decision to rescind the longstanding regulatory definition of “harm” under the Endangered Species Act (ESA), a change that removes habitat destruction from the law’s core protections for threatened and endangered wildlife. This
WASHINGTON, D.C. – At midnight tonight, the U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI)-backed 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act will become law, despite the over two-week delay from President Donald Trump and his refusal to sign the bill. The legislation, which is set to
Delafield, Wis. — The Institute for Reforming Government (IRG) issued the following analysis in response to Friday’s Wisconsin Supreme Court (SCOWIS) decision in Wisconsin State Legislature v. Kaul (2026 WI 28). WHAT HAPPENED The Wisconsin Supreme Court held that Attorney
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) is joining 14 other states today in filing a complaint to prevent the U.S. Department of Education from unlawfully terminating congressionally approved school-based mental health grants. In defiance of a court order, the
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is issuing a public health alert for raw “Rueben Flavored Bratwurst” with Sauerkraut, Thousand Island Dressing, and Corned Beef Type Flavors produced by Rackow Family Sausage in Juda, Wisconsin.
Wisconsin State Patrol pilots are scheduled to keep an eye out for traffic violations from the air next week. Weather permitting, the State Patrol’s Air Support Unit is set to patrol in the following areas: Monday, July 13 · US 51 – Oneida County
MADISON, WI (July 10, 2026) – The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), the nation’s leading small business advocacy organization, released a statement highlighting the need to expand right to repair efforts following the recent antitrust lawsuit settlement between the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and John Deere. “This settlem… Please log in
Madison, WI—Today, Midwest Environmental Advocates (MEA) filed a lawsuit on behalf of the Sierra Club challenging a Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) decision to issue permits for a massive data center campus in Port Washington without fully evaluating the project’s environmental consequences. The
MADISON, Wis. — New reporting from UpNorthNews details how healthcare is at the top of mind for voters in Wisconsin’s 92nd congressional district—meanwhile their current representative, Clint Moses, has a record of denying affordable healthcare to his constituents and pockets money from health
MADISON—Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for Douglas County District Attorney. The appointment will fill a vacancy being created by District Attorney Mark Fruehauf’s resignation, effective Aug. 22, 2026. The new district attorney will serve for
CHILTON, Wis., July 13, 2026 — The American Dairy Coalition (ADC) applauds the proposed Federal Trade Commission (FTC) right-to-repair settlement with Deere & Company that could save farmers millions in repair costs. “This proposed settlement represents important progress toward reducing unnecessary repair costs and restoring farmers’ ability to maintain their equipment
Wisconsin State Patrol troopers will be riding alongside semitruck drivers this week in the annual Trooper in a Truck enforcement and education campaign. In partnership with the Wisconsin Motor Carriers Association (WMCA), Wisconsin State Patrol troopers use the higher vantage point in the cab of a semitruck or the back
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. – Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin will recognize three of Wisconsin’s leading crime victim advocates with its Champion of Crime Victims’ Rights Award, honoring professionals who have worked to strengthen the implementation and enforcement of victims’ rights in the criminal justice process. Eau Claire County District Attorney Peter J.
MADISON, Wis. — One year after congressional Republicans passed their tax law, Opportunity Wisconsin Program Director Meghan Roh highlights how Wisconsin families are still paying the price in a new op-ed for the Cap Times. The op-ed details the law’s toll on healthcare access, food assistance, and household budgets across
WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Defend America Action is releasing a new report, first published by Common Dreams, on how Donald Trump’s Big, Ugly Bill is making America unaffordable. Because Trump and Republicans gutted health care and food assistance to pay for tax breaks for the ultra-wealthy, nearly 15 million Americans are set to lose health coverage, and
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has certified two nominees that are eligible to be elected to two seats on the Wisconsin Cranberry Board. Beginning July 10, 2026, cranberry growers have until August 15 to vote on the following candidates: Asa Bennett, Wisconsin
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (July 13, 2026) — The Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce will launch its new Ballot Brief podcast series on Monday, July 13, providing Chippewa Valley voters with the opportunity to hear directly from each of the six Democratic candidates seekingtheir party’s nomination for governor ahead of
RAYMOND, Wis. — Wisconsin Assembly Representative Christine Sinicki (AD-20, D-Milwaukee) today endorsed Mitchell Berman for Wisconsin’s First Congressional District. Sinicki issued the following statement: “Mitchell Berman brings the needed input of a hard-working union nurse who has dedicated his livelihood to our communities, just like the individuals he has sworn
BLACK EARTH, WIS. – Today, Dylan Helmenstine’s campaign for Wisconsin State Treasurer announced it has raised more than $122,000 to date. This comes as the campaign raised more than $85,000 from over 500 contributions during the first half of 2026. Additionally, the campaign’s July Continuing Report shows a June 30th
CONTACT: press@saraforwi.com The Sara Rodriguez for Wisconsin campaign released the following statement tonight: “The Sara Rodriguez for Wisconsin campaign has terminated its campaign manager, effective today, after discovering serious mismanagement and inaccuracies in campaign finance filings she prepared. “An initial review found that the manager filed inaccurate and incomplete campaign
BARABOO, WIS. — Today the Trump administration finalized their decision to rescind the longstanding regulatory definition of “harm” under the Endangered Species Act (ESA), a change that removes habitat destruction from the law’s core protections for threatened and endangered wildlife. This rule change will profoundly weaken the ESA, the most important
WASHINGTON, D.C. – At midnight tonight, the U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI)-backed 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act will become law, despite the over two-week delay from President Donald Trump and his refusal to sign the bill. The legislation, which is set to become law at midnight unless the President vetoes it, is
Delafield, Wis. — The Institute for Reforming Government (IRG) issued the following analysis in response to Friday’s Wisconsin Supreme Court (SCOWIS) decision in Wisconsin State Legislature v. Kaul (2026 WI 28). WHAT HAPPENED The Wisconsin Supreme Court held that Attorney General Josh Kaul complies with Wisconsin law when he credits
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) is joining 14 other states today in filing a complaint to prevent the U.S. Department of Education from unlawfully terminating congressionally approved school-based mental health grants. In defiance of a court order, the Trump administration plans to terminate these grants at the end
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is issuing a public health alert for raw “Rueben Flavored Bratwurst” with Sauerkraut, Thousand Island Dressing, and Corned Beef Type Flavors produced by Rackow Family Sausage in Juda, Wisconsin. This alert is due to the product being misbranded and
Wisconsin State Patrol pilots are scheduled to keep an eye out for traffic violations from the air next week. Weather permitting, the State Patrol’s Air Support Unit is set to patrol in the following areas: Monday, July 13 · US 51 – Oneida County Tuesday, July 14 · I-94 – Jackson&… Please log in to access subscriber
MADISON, WI (July 10, 2026) – The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), the nation’s leading small business advocacy organization, released a statement highlighting the need to expand right to repair efforts following the recent antitrust lawsuit settlement between the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and John Deere. “This settlem… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription,
Madison, WI—Today, Midwest Environmental Advocates (MEA) filed a lawsuit on behalf of the Sierra Club challenging a Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) decision to issue permits for a massive data center campus in Port Washington without fully evaluating the project’s environmental consequences. The lawsuit comes after emails obtained through a public reco… Please log in
MADISON, Wis. — New reporting from UpNorthNews details how healthcare is at the top of mind for voters in Wisconsin’s 92nd congressional district—meanwhile their current representative, Clint Moses, has a record of denying affordable healthcare to his constituents and pockets money from health insurance companies while opposing Medicaid expansion. Strong democratic momentum continue…
MADISON—Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for Douglas County District Attorney. The appointment will fill a vacancy being created by District Attorney Mark Fruehauf’s resignation, effective Aug. 22, 2026. The new district attorney will serve for the remainder of the unexpired term that ends January 2029.