Public Service Commission: PSC overhauls We Energies’ data center tariff, makes improvements to protect existing customers
MADISON – The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC) today took up We Energies’ Very Large Customer (VLC) and Bespoke Resources Tariff application and issued a decision that protects existing customers and improves public transparency into the energy-related costs data
Power Wisconsin Forward: Statement on the Public Service Commission’s preliminary decision regarding We Energies’ Very Large Customer rate structure
MILWAUKEE – Power Wisconsin Forward released the following statement in response to the Public Service Commission’s (PSC) decision on We Energies’ proposed Very Large Customer (VLC) rate structure (Docket 6630-TE-113): Today, the Public Service Commission took significant measures to protect
U.S. Sen. Baldwin, Colleagues: Demand answers from Trump Admin on forest service reorganization
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined her colleagues in demanding answers from the Trump Administration on the reorganization of the U.S. Forest Service to the U.S. Department of Agriculture that could impact Wisconsin workers. “We write with strong concerns
Dept. of Justice: Sues Trump Administration over failure to implement Clean Air Act rule
MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin DOJ, as part of a coalition of 13 states and local governments, is suing the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) over its failure to implement a 2024 Clean Air Act rule strengthening national ambient air
Wisconsin Bankers Association: Announces $50,000 in financial literacy, housing, and economic development grants
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Bankers Association (WBA) is pleased to announce that seven grants totaling $50,000 have been awarded to support housing, economic development, community investment, and financial, cyber, and housing literacy in Wisconsin. “Financial literacy and housing assistance give individuals and families in our state the foundation they need to succeed,” said Rose Oswald
Rep. Rivera-Wagner: Applauds federal action to transfer Newcap funding, protecting over 100 Wisconsin families from homelessness
GREEN BAY— State Rep. Amaad Rivera-Wagner today issued a statement after Senator Tammy Baldwin successfully pushed the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to transfer critical housing grants following the closure of Newcap, protecting more than 100 Wisconsin
U.S. Rep. Fitzgerald: Votes to support American energy dominance and lower energy costs
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statements in response to the passage of three critical pieces of legislation this week: the Harnessing Energy At Thermal Sources (HEATS) Act, the Reliable Federal Infrastructure Act, and the Fire Improvement and Reforming Exceptional
Brennan campaign: Joel Brennan releases “The People’s Budget”, outlining his plan for an open & transparent budget process, accountable to the people of Wisconsin
Milwaukee, WI – Today, Democratic candidate for governor Joel Brennan released “The People’s Budget,” outlining the process he would use to craft the Wisconsin biennial budget in an open, transparent way that is accountable to the people of Wisconsin. “I helped
Citizens for Free Enterprise: Slams Milwaukee council’s grocery store power grab
MILWAUKEE, WI – Citizens for Free Enterprise (CFFE) released the following statement in response to the Milwaukee Common Council voting to add new, costly burdens to grocery stores operating within the city: “The Milwaukee Common Council’s vote to add new restrictions on grocery store
Dept. of Natural Resources: Celebrates Arbor Day to conclude forest appreciation week, April 20-24
MADISON, Wis. – Together with its partners across the state and beyond, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has celebrated trees and forests during Forest Appreciation Week, April 20-24. Highlights of the week-long celebration include Earth Day (Wednesday, April 22) and
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Successfully pushes Trump Administration to transfer Newcap grants
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced she successfully pushed President Trump’s Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to approve the transfer of Wisconsin nonprofit, Newcap, grants to other capable and qualified organizations. This month, Baldwin demanded that the Trump
Gov. Evers: Seeks applicants for Court of Appeals – District IV
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for the Court of Appeals – District IV. The appointments will fill vacancies being created by Judge Chris Taylor’s election to the Wisconsin Supreme Court, as well as Judge Brian
Gov. Evers: ICYMI: Celebrates Earth Week, highlights continued work to protect Wisconsin’s natural resources and support climate resilience
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today wrapped up his statewide tour celebrating Earth Week, which included visiting local parks, communities, conservation groups, and more across the state to highlight the Evers Administration’s work to fight the climate crisis, protect and conserve natural resources, and bolster clean energy and conservation
WisDems: ICYMI: Longer postpartum Medicaid coverage will save lives, doctors say
MADISON, Wis. — This week, reporting from the Cap Times details how doctors are praising the Democrat-spearheaded postpartum medicaid coverage expansion recently signed into law by Governor Evers. Doctors expect that this new law will save lives. Despite years of Republican opposition to this critical expansion,
Gov. Evers: Highlights new online resources during Earth Week to help Wisconsinites protect the planet, themselves, and others amid growing concerns about climate change
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS), today, as part of the state’s celebration of Earth Week, shared new resources to help Wisconsinites handle the impacts of the climate crisis on their mental health and well-being. The new DHS climate and mental health webpage provides
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Spongy moth aerial treatments to begin in May
MADISON, Wis. –The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) will begin aerial treatments for spongy moth (Lymantria dispar) this month in eight western Wisconsin counties as a part of the national Slow the Spread program. Residents in
Veterans of Foreign Wars, Disabled American Veterans, The American Legion of Wisconsin: Wisconsin veterans organizations call on Sen. Ron Johnson to advance the Major Richard Star Act
MADISON, Wis. — The State Commanders of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), Disabled American Veterans (DAV), and The American Legion of Wisconsin called upon Sen. Ron Johnson to help advance the Major Richard Star Act, legislation aimed at correcting
Protect Our Care: Statement: Trump’s latest deal is another Big Pharma giveaway disguised as affordability
Washington, D.C. – After a marathon of disastrous hearings from HHS Secretary RFK Jr, Trump took the stage in a pitiful attempt to gaslight Americans about his record on prescription drug costs. As of March 2026, a record high six
Barnes campaign: Statement on Rogers Behavioral Health union vote
The following is a statement from Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes following the successful vote Wednesday by workers at Rogers Behavioral Health clinic to join the National Union of Healthcare Workers, which comes after Lt. Governor Barnes joined in signing a letter of support in February after
Rep. Udell: Condemns Republicans’ war against vaccines
MADISON, Wis. — On Tuesday, Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that the US military will no longer require the flu vaccine for service members. Representative Udell (D-47th District) released the following statement: “Secretary Hegseth’s decision is a moral and operational nightmare, and