WisDems: Wisconsin Republicans silent while gas prices surge under Trump’s reckless agenda
MADISON, Wis. — While gas prices are rising throughout Wisconsin as a result of the Trump administration’s strikes on Iran, Wisconsin Republicans including Tom Tiffany, Derrick Van Orden, and Bryan Steil have all stayed silent on this most recent addition to the affordability
McCarty Law: Attorney Jon Fischer named 40 Under 40 recipient by insight on business
APPLETON, Wis. [March 4, 2026] — McCarty Law LLP, a top law firm in Northeast Wisconsin, is proud to announce that attorney Jon Fischer has been named to the Insight on Business 40 Under 40 list. This award honors young professionals across Northeast Wisconsin who have made a significant impact
Dept. of Health Services, Gov. Evers: Announce Wisconsin to apply for program designed to improve health through healthy food and meals
Gov. Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) today announced the Evers Administration has submitted a letter of intent for the Food is Medicine State Officer Program, a three-year initiative to empower states to build capacity for better health outcomes
U.S. Rep. Wied: Reminds 8th District residents that community project funding requests are due March 9th
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Tony Wied (WI-08) is reminding all residents of Wisconsin’s 8th District that Community Project Funding (CPF) requests are due Monday, March 9th. “My top priority as the Representative for Wisconsin’s 8th District is to make life
A Better Wisconsin Together: Wisconsinites want our money back, Tom Tiffany
MADISON, Wis. — Several of Donald Trump’s cost-hiking tariffs, supported every step of the way by right-wing U.S. Representative and gubernatorial candidate Tom Tiffany, were recently struck down by the U.S. Supreme Court. According to estimates, the average American family has paid
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Opposes Schimel staying in top federal prosecutor job after 120 Day interim position expires
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced her opposition to Brad Schimel continuing to serve as interim U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Wisconsin after his 120-day temporary appointment expires in two weeks. While U.S. Attorney positions
Dept. of Military Affairs: Ready Wisconsin: Flood Safety Awareness Week in Wisconsin is Mar. 9 -13
Madison, Wis. – As winter thaws and spring rains falls, the changing of seasons signals more than just warmer days – it marks an increase for flooding to occur. To encourage everyone in the state to be prepared, Gov. Evers
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Nomination period open for the Wisconsin Cherry Board Election
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting nominations through March 27, 2026 for one seat on the Wisconsin Cherry Board. DATCP will mail nomination forms to eligible growers. Producers must sign and postmark
Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty: Choice and charter schools outperform public schools, new report shows
The News: Students attending Wisconsin’s private choice and charter schools outperform their peers in traditional public schools in both English Language Arts (ELA) and math, even after accounting for demographic differences, according to a new Apples to Apples report released by the Wisconsin Institute
Dept. of Natural Resources: Releases summary of 2025 CWD sampling efforts
MADISON, Wis. – With the conclusion of the 2025 deer hunting seasons, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) shares a summary of the year’s chronic wasting disease (CWD) sampling efforts. For the 2025 season, the DNR focused its efforts on
Dean campaign: Christopher Dean announces run for 15th State Senate District seat
Center Township – Christopher Dean, an Independent from Center Township, today announced his candidacy for the Wisconsin State Senate. Christopher is a U.S. Army Veteran, father, private sector business leader, and active community volunteer. He promises to bring experience, commitment,
Opportunity Wisconsin: Ahead of farm bill markup, Opportunity Wisconsin calls on Van Orden to reverse SNAP cuts hurting Wisconsin families
MADISON, Wis. — As the House Agriculture Committee prepares to mark up a new Farm Bill today, Opportunity Wisconsin is calling on Congressman Derrick Van Orden, who is a member of the committee, to support rolling back the SNAP cuts he
Carthage college: Dedicates Duncan Family Nursing Education Center, announces $200,000 scholarship match
KENOSHA, Wis. – Carthage College celebrated the official opening of The Duncan Family Nursing Education Center at a dedication ceremony Feb. 27. The new 11,000-square-foot facility strengthens Carthage’s role as a regional leader in healthcare education and workforce development. Carthage named
Power Wisconsin Forward: Applauds Public Service Commission requiring transparency in Alliant Beaver Dam data center contract
MADISON, Wis. — The following statement was issued today from Power Wisconsin Forward organizations, regarding Alliant Energy’s refiling of an Individual Contract Rate Agreement: BACKGROUND The Public Service Commission (PSC) is considering an Individual Contract Rate Agreement (Docket 6680-TE-115) in
WisDems: Tom Tiffany’s right wing radio ally calls for assassination of Minnesota governor
MADISON, Wis. — Dan O’Donnell, who frequently features Wisconsin GOP gubernatorial candidate Tom Tiffany, was caught calling for the assassination of Governor Tim Walz, saying, “Now take out the Supreme Leader of Minnesota. We will be greeted as liberators.” Dan O’Donnell is no
Rep. Dittrich, Sen. Jacque: React to SCOTUS decision, upholding parental rights
Madison – Representative Barbara Dittrich (R – Oconomowoc) and Senator Andre Jacque (R – New Franken) released the following statements in response to the United States’ Supreme Court decision in Mirabelli v. Bonta: “What the US Supreme Court decision made irrefutable in its decision
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Klobuchar, Smith demand Secretary Duffy release Blatnik Bridge project funding
Call comes as Trump blocked infrastructure funding as act of political retribution and threatened to block the opening of a bridge between Michigan and Ontario last month WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), and Tina Smith (D-MN) called
Maniaci campaign: Progressive Bridget Maniaci announces Democratic primary bid for Wisconsin State Representative
MILWAUKEE, WI — MARCH 3, 2026 — Bridget Maniaci, a small business owner and former local elected official, is proud to announce her candidacy for District 19 of the Wisconsin State Legislature, representing the East Side, Downtown, Third Ward, and
Sen. Jacque: Joint Finance unanimously approves volunteer firefighter grant program
Jacque bill would provide stipend to cover training costs MADISON, WI…Bipartisan legislation authored by Senator André Jacque (New Franken) to help volunteer firefighters pay their education and training expenses unanimously passed the Joint Committee on Finance today on a 16-0
Wisconsin Association of Independent Colleges and Universities: Wisconsin’s private colleges drive a $5.4 billion economy
Innovation, Student Aid Legislation Would Strengthen our State’s Higher Education Economic Engine Madison, WI — Wisconsin’s private, nonprofit colleges and universities play a vital role in powering the state’s economy, workforce, and communities. “The scale and efficiency of our sector’s