Cravillion campaign: Signs no tax increase pledge
(NEW FRANKEN) …Nic Cravillion, candidate for the Wisconsin First Senate District, signed the Taxpayer Protection Pledge today, committing to oppose any effort to raise taxes on Wisconsin citizens and to vote against any net tax increase if elected to the
WisDems: Rising prices leave Wisconsin retirees and veterans facing housing insecurity
MADISON, Wis. — Last week, reporting from the Vernon Reporter detailed how veterans in Derrick Van Orden’s district are feeling the pain of the cost crisis. One retired veteran shared his fears of facing homelessness as he struggles to afford housing but cannot
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: New report: Donald Trump’s disastrous agenda for Wisconsin’s Dairyland
WISCONSIN – As Dairy Month begins, and ahead of President Trump’s visit to Wisconsin, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) today released a report highlighting how the Trump Administration’s policies are devastating Wisconsin farmers – jacking up input costs and cutting off
Sen. Wimberger: Tyco settlement will support PFAS relief
MADISON – Senator Eric Wimberger (R-Gillett) released the following statement after the State of Wisconsin reached a civil settlement with Tyco Fire Products, which will provide $10 million to the PFAS Trust Fund to assist with PFAS contamination relief efforts
WisDems: The Advocate: Anti-LGBTQ+ Trump-backed gubernatorial candidate Tom Tiffany offended by Pride flag over Wisconsin Capitol
MADISON, Wis. — New reporting from The Advocate slams Congressman Tom Tiffany for his long record of opposing Wisconsinites’ rights after he vowed not to fly the Pride flag over the Wisconsin Capitol. The reporting also spotlights his record targeting LGBTQ+ individuals and
African American Roundtable: Launches Feed the Change MKE Campaign, calls for $1 million investment in community-led food justice solutions
MILWAUKEE (June 4, 2026) — The African American Roundtable (AART) officially launched its Feed the Change MKE campaign on Saturday, May 30, bringing together residents, community leaders, partner organizations, elected officials, and advocates to advance a bold vision for equitable food
UW-Madison La Follette School of Public Affairs: New global report led by UW-Madison professor warns of significant carbon removal shortfall by 2050
Madison, Wis. – The 3rd Edition of the State of Carbon Dioxide Removal report finds that national pledges fall short of pathways limiting warming to 1.5°C this century by more than 5 billion tonnes of CO₂ per year by 2050. Closing this gap would
Dept. of Justice: Wisconsin DOJ reaches settlement with Tyco Fire Products for alleged PFAS violations
MARINETTE, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice on Thursday announced that it has reached a historic agreement with Tyco Fire Products that will help remediate the environment, provide clean drinking water for Marinette-area residents, and address discharges of per-
Sen. LeMahieu: Senate would reconvene with two additional votes
Madison- Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu (R-Oostburg) issued the following statement regarding the prospects of the Senate reconvening this session: “Fifteen of 18 Senate Republicans supported the plan to provide rebate checks to hardworking families, pass no tax on tips
Gov. Evers: Gov. Evers, DNR announce First PFAS settlement with Tyco to clean up water, PFAS contamination for Wisconsinites in Marinette County
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today, together with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), announced a historic settlement agreement reached, marking one of the first efforts to hold polluters accountable for PFAS contamination caused in Marinette, Wisconsin. Under Gov. Evers, who’s spent much of his time in office leading the
WisDems: Wisconsin Republicans vote against ending the War in Iran
MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, the GOP-controlled House of Representatives passed the War Powers Resolution to finally put an end to Trump’s illegal war in Iran—and every Wisconsin Republican in the House voted against it. “Wisconsin Republicans’ continued refusal to stop Trump’s
Institute for Reforming Government: Divided government means spending increases, incremental victories, and unaddressed problems
Delafield, Wis. – The Institute for Reforming Government (IRG) released its 2025-2026 Wisconsin Legislative Session Recap on Thursday, providing a comprehensive review of major legislation, budget decisions, policy reforms, and missed opportunities that shaped the final legislative session before Wisconsin
3rd Congressional District Democrats: Democratic and progressive groups will be working together to protest President Trump’s Eau Claire trip
Democratic and progressive groups — including the 3rd Congressional District Democrats of Wisconsin, the Eau Claire County Democratic Party, the Chippewa County Democratic Party, and Chippewa Valley Indivisible — will be protesting President Donald Trump’s visit to Eau Claire on
Opportunity Wisconsin: As Trump visits Wisconsin, Opportunity Wisconsin gives away free gas cards to provide relief from Trump and Van Orden’s costly policies
LA CROSSE, Wis. — As Wisconsin families pay more than $4 a gallon, their highest prices in four years, Opportunity Wisconsin will hand out 50 free $20 gas cards Friday in La Crosse to help residents cope with the crunch.
Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee: Derrick Van Orden votes to rubber stamp reckless war of choice in Iran and keep raising costs on Wisconsinites
Derrick Van Orden voted against a common sense War Powers Resolution to reaffirm the authority of the Congress and stop the reckless war of choice in the Middle East. D.C. Republicans like Van Orden have failed to make life more
Kenosha Innovation Neighborhood: Announces WWBIC as IMPACT Partner
KENOSHA, Wis. (June 4, 2026) – The Kenosha Innovation Neighborhood (KIN) is proud to announce the Wisconsin Women’s Business Initiative Corporation (WWBIC) has been named an IMPACT Partner. This strategic partnership further solidifies KIN’s role as the physical front door
Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce: Chamber now accepting applications for 13th Annual Pressure Chamber
MADISON – The Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce is accepting applications for this year’s Pressure Chamber, Greater Madison’s premier live pitch event, which will take place Aug. 18 during Forward Fest, Wisconsin’s largest technology and entrepreneurship festival. This event is presented
Wisconsin Policy Forum: Madison Schools find stability in 2027 budget; future to force tougher choices
After years of major budget shifts linked to federal pandemic funding and referenda, the Madison Metropolitan School District’s 2027 budget proposal is marked by stability, with brisk spending growth but few major changes. Our annual brief on Superintendent Joe Gothard’s
Dept. of Natural Resources: DNR accepting applications for Learn to Hunt Deer Program at Sandhill Wildlife Area
BABCOCK, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is accepting applications through July 1 for the 2026 Learn to Hunt Deer program at Sandhill Wildlife Area. Sandhill Wildlife Area’s Learn-to-Hunt workshops combine classroom instruction and outdoor training with a mentored
Dept. of Transportation: Wisconsin State Patrol offers tips to stay safe on every turn
Drivers may encounter different types of turns, but the fundamentals of safe turning remain the same. Staying attentive, signaling your intentions, and following posted signs and signals help reduce the risk of crashes and keep Wisconsin roads safe. “Turning may