Cooke campaign: ICYMI: Derrick Van Orden is in big trouble

Rebecca Cooke gaining momentum after Wisconsin Supreme Court blowout  EAU CLAIRE, Wisc. – Last night’s Wisconsin Supreme Court race spells big trouble for Derrick Van Orden as Democrat Chris Taylor defeated her Republican opponent by 20 points, running up big margins

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Wisconsin Conservation Voters: Celebrates double win

MADISON – Following the quickly projected victory of endorsed candidate Judge Chris Taylor for the Wisconsin Supreme Court Tuesday night and the signing Monday of critical PFAS legislation, Wisconsin Conservation Voters issued the following statement celebrating a truly transformative week

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Jones campaign: Thank you, Dane County!

We won! Thank you!  I’m deeply honored by the trust the voters of Dane County have placed in me. This campaign has always been about something bigger than any one person – it’s about fairness, integrity, and the belief that

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Dept. of Public Instruction: State Superintendent Dr. Underly: Another surge of referendums underscores need for state commitment to public education

MADISON — State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly released the following statement today, as 72 Wisconsin school districts held referendums in Tuesday’s spring general election. “Public schools have been the bedrock of Wisconsin since its founding, when state leaders enshrined in our constitution the responsibility … Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a

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Wisconsin Right to Life: Statement on Spring Election

Wisconsin Right to Life issued the following statement today following the results of the Wisconsin Supreme Court race and the election of Judge Chris Taylor.  “Elections have consequences, and today’s outcome will shape the direction of our state’s highest court

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DNC War Room: ICYMI: Democrats notch major victories as voters reject Trump’s toxic economic agenda and war of choice in Iran

From Congress to school boards, Democrats have been overperforming and winning at record rates since Trump retook office, and last night’s elections were no exception. Once again, Democratic enthusiasm swept across the country as Democrats defeated their right-wing opponents and massively overperformed, even in deep-red districts. Take a look at

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Cooke campaign: ICYMI: Derrick Van Orden is in big trouble

Rebecca Cooke gaining momentum after Wisconsin Supreme Court blowout  EAU CLAIRE, Wisc. – Last night’s Wisconsin Supreme Court race spells big trouble for Derrick Van Orden as Democrat Chris Taylor defeated her Republican opponent by 20 points, running up big margins in vote-rich areas of Wisconsin’s Third Congressional District. Each of

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Dept. of Workforce Development: January local employment and unemployment data released

MADISON – The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development today released U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates of employment and unemployment statistics for metropolitan areas, major cities, and counties in Wisconsin for January 2026. In brief, the nonseasonally adjusted data for Wisconsin shows: Metropolitan Statistical Areas: Preliminary January 2026 unemployment rates increased

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Wisconsin Elections Commission: Spring election concludes with no major issues, officials report smooth election

MADISON – Election officials across Wisconsin conducted another smooth election on Tuesday while addressing some minor incidents during the April 7, 2026 Spring Election. “We continue to be impressed by the dedication of election officials statewide who worked tirelessly to ensure every valid ballot was counted,” said WEC Administrator Meagan Wolfe.

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A Better Wisconsin Together: Wisconsin taxpayers, public schools, and students pay the price for Republican failure on school funding in April 7 elections

MADISON, Wis. — In the April 7 elections across Wisconsin, local taxpayers and students were again paying the costs for a lazy, Republican-led state legislature that has refused to do their job and fully fund the state share of our K-12 public schools. With mixed results on the school referendums held in more

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Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin: Celebrates Election of Judge Chris Taylor to Wisconsin Supreme Court

Milwaukee, WI — Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin (PPAWI) celebrates the election of Chris Taylor to the Wisconsin Supreme Court—a result that reflects what Wisconsinites value: fairness, freedom, and a justice system that works for people. “Wisconsin voters believe in fairness, freedom, and a justice system that works for everyone,” said Tanya

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Wisconsin Conservation Voters: Celebrates double win

MADISON – Following the quickly projected victory of endorsed candidate Judge Chris Taylor for the Wisconsin Supreme Court Tuesday night and the signing Monday of critical PFAS legislation, Wisconsin Conservation Voters issued the following statement celebrating a truly transformative week for the state’s environment and democracy. Executive Director Kerry Schumann

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Jones campaign: Thank you, Dane County!

We won! Thank you!  I’m deeply honored by the trust the voters of Dane County have placed in me. This campaign has always been about something bigger than any one person – it’s about fairness, integrity, and the belief that our justice system should work for everyone. I promise to

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Dept. of Natural Resources: Ojibwe spring fishing season starting soon

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds Wisconsinites of the protected tribal right to fish in certain Wisconsin waterways and the legal consequences they could face if found interfering with that right during the upcoming Ojibwe spring fishing season. “The DNR fully supports Ojibwe sovereignty and the rights

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Association of Wisconsin School Administrators: Names McFarland’s Jamie Thomas Wisconsin Middle School Principal of the Year

MADISON — The Association of Wisconsin School Administrators (AWSA) has named Jamie Thomas as the 2026 Middle School Principal of the Year. Thomas serves as principal of Indian Mound Middle School in the McFarland School District. There, she has focused on building a school culture rooted in belonging, equity, and continuous improvement,

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Lead Safe Schools Milwaukee: Environmental expert and community group call on DHS to protect children from lead hazards by closing regulatory gaps during emergency rulemaking window

MILWAUKEE, Wis. — An environmental health expert and Lead Safe Schools MKE arecalling on the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) to adopt comprehensive reforms to the state law that regulates lead hazards through emergency rulemaking before the state’s January 2027 federal EPA authorization deadline. Under current law, two state

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Dept. of Public Instruction: State Superintendent Dr. Underly: Another surge of referendums underscores need for state commitment to public education

MADISON — State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly released the following statement today, as 72 Wisconsin school districts held referendums in Tuesday’s spring general election. “Public schools have been the bedrock of Wisconsin since its founding, when state leaders enshrined in our constitution the responsibility … Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please contact schmies@wispolitics.com for subscription options on the WisPolitics-State Affairs

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Wisconsin Election Association Council Statement on Spring Election Results

The Wisconsin Education Association Council, representing public school educators in the state, welcomes the election of Judge Chris Taylor to the Wisconsin Supreme Court. In earning WEAC’s recommendation in January, WEAC’s educator-members cited Taylor’s strong record of protecting fairness and impartiality and appreciating the importance of public education. The following

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Wisconsin Right to Life: Statement on Spring Election

Wisconsin Right to Life issued the following statement today following the results of the Wisconsin Supreme Court race and the election of Judge Chris Taylor.  “Elections have consequences, and today’s outcome will shape the direction of our state’s highest court for years to come,” said Heather Weininger, Executive Director of

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Dept. of Financial Instituions: Money Smart Wisconsin Scholarship Contest Awards $16,000

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI), in partnership with Edvest 529, Wisconsin’s direct-sold 529 college savings plan, and the Wisconsin Coalition on Student Debt (DebtSmarts), today announced this year’s Money Smart Wisconsin Scholarship Contest recipients. Sixteen Wisconsin high school seniors will receive a scholarship, in … Please log in to access subscriber content.

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