Americans for Contraception, Committee to Protect Healthcare, Medical Students for Choice, Planned Parenthood: Wisconsin leaders mark 61st anniversary of Griswold and call for action to protect the right to contraception
MADISON, Wis. — Today, state legislators, healthcare providers, advocates, and community leaders gathered in the Assembly Parlor at the Wisconsin State Capitol to mark the 61st anniversary of Griswold v. Connecticut, the landmark Supreme Court decision that established the constitutional
Carthage College: Carthage launches MSN Nurse Educator Program to address critical workforce needs
KENOSHA, Wis. – Carthage College has established a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Nurse Educator program. The 15-month program is designed to prepare experienced nurses to teach, mentor, and lead in academic and clinical settings. Set to welcome its
Helmenstine campaign: Spotlights “Green Bay Blueprint” to improve property tax transparency
GREEN BAY, WIS. – Today, Dylan Helmenstine’s campaign announced The Green Bay Blueprint: Improving Property Tax Transparency. This new initiative is designed to support and elevate proven local and grassroots efforts that make property tax bills clearer and more understandable.
Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority: Kristin Silva appointed to WHEDA Board of Directors
MADISON, Wis. — Kristin Silva, Community Development Manager for Waukesha County, has been appointed to the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA) Board of Directors. Silva has focused her career on advancing affordable housing and currently oversees the Community
Blackhawk Technical College: Blackhawk honors partners, alumni, faculty, staff at Fifth Annual Golden Brick Awards
JANESVILLE, Wis. — Blackhawk Technical College held its Fifth Annual Golden Brick Awards on June 9 to honor community members, industry partners, alumni, faculty and staff who have reached higher in pursuit of excellence. The sports-themed event recognized the winners
Democratic National Committee: Local small businesses continue to suffer under Trump and his cost-spiking Republicans, forcing them to raise prices on families and cut jobs for workers
According to new data released today by The National Federation of Independent Business, small businesses throughout America continue to suffer under Donald Trump and his cost-spiking Republicans. With everything — from food and utilities to gas and building materials — becoming more
WisDems: Trump administration policy threatens rural SNAP availability in Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. — While Trump’s USDA threatens access to SNAP retailers in rural Wisconsin, the USDA also recently announced that starting in November, retailers who accept SNAP benefits must carry seven types of food in each category of dairy, vegetables or fruits,
New North: Goodwill NCW wins 2026 New North Workplace Excellence Award
NEW NORTH, June 9, 2026 – Goodwill North Central Wisconsin (NCW), a regional nonprofit providing employment and financial wellness services funded by retail of donated items, has been named as the winner of the 2026 New North Workplace Excellence Award.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Dane County: Announces passing of President and CEO Michael Johnson
MADISON, Wis. – June 9, 2026 – Boys & Girls Clubs of Dane County (BGCDC) is deeply saddened to share that its President and CEO, Michael Johnson, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, June 7th, 2026. Michael Johnson was an extraordinary leader and
Scheffler campaign: Voters win: WEC unanimously rejects challenge to Scheffler’s ballot access
APPLETON, WI — Mark Scheffler for Congress campaign calls a press conference for 3:00 p.m. this afternoon at Houdini Plaza in Appleton to issue the following statement and to take questions from the media: “Last week, the Secretary of the Brown County
WisEye: WisconsinEye Public Affairs Network brings you exclusive live coverage of the 2026 WisDems convention
MADISON, Wis. – Tune in to wiseye.org to watch live coverage of the Democratic Party of Wisconsin’s convention on June 13 and 14. On-demand video will be available following the conclusion of the events on wiseye.org. CLICK TO WATCH 2026 WISDEMS STATE CONVENTION
Dept. of Transportation: DMV releases new special license plate featuring the Iola Car Show
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) now offers a special license plate from Iola Car Show, Inc. This organization coordinates the Iola Car Show and Swap Meet which has been held annually for more than
Greater Milwaukee Foundation: Philanthropy helps lift region as Greater Milwaukee Foundation delivers historic level of grant funding
Milwaukee, Wis., June 9, 2026 – Reflecting the community’s extraordinary generosity, especially during times of hardship and change, the Greater Milwaukee Foundation issued $96.9 million in grants in 2025, the largest annual amount in its 110-year history, according to preliminary data.*
Milwaukee County Exec. Crowley: Celebrates another historic year for Milwaukee’s tourism industry
MILWAUKEE – County Executive David Crowley is praising today’s news that Milwaukee County’s tourism industry generated a record $4.431 billion in total economic impact in 2025, contributing to Wisconsin’s fourth consecutive record-breaking year for tourism. According to data released by the Wisconsin Department
Wisconsin State Senate Democratic Committee: In the news: State Senator Jeff Smith highlights housing bill protecting affordable housing from private equity
MADISON, WI – Yesterday, in a Spectrum News 1 report, State Senator Jeff Smith (D-31) laid out his legislation that would grant renters in manufactured homes protections against private equity. The protections include affording residents the right to buy the mobile/manufactured home park
Rep. Green: Applauds 2025 tourism numbers
Madison, WI – Representative Chanz Green (R-Grand View) issued the following statement after seeing the Wisconsin Department of Tourism have another record-breaking year in 2025: “As Chair of the Assembly Committee on Tourism, I was thrilled to see the strong results highlighted
UW-Eau Claire: High marks on national scale for UW-Eau Claire’s 4K-9 teacher preparation
The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire undergraduate elementary teacher preparation program has earned an “A” grade from the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ) for its preparation of future teachers to teach elementary students to read. The June 9 report from NCTQ spotlights UW-Eau Claire
Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce: Survey: Property tax hikes drive push for state tax reform
MADISON – A majority of Wisconsin employers say the state’s business climate is headed in the wrong direction, with their responses underscoring growing concerns about taxes and the state’s workforce, according to the latest Wisconsin Employer Survey. Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) –
WISN 12: Hosts live debate between Democratic primary candidates running for Wisconsin governor
Seven Democratic candidates to face off in ‘WISN 12 Commitment 2026’ debate ahead of the state’s gubernatorial primary election MILWAUKEE, WI (June 9, 2026) – WISN 12 will host and broadcast a live debate on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, from
Oshkosh Chamber: Receives 5-Star Accreditation from U.S. Chamber of Commerce
OSHKOSH (6/8/2026) —The Oshkosh Chamber has once again earned the prestigious 5-Star Accreditation from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the highest designation awarded to chambers nationwide. The recognition reflects the Chamber’s commitment to organizationalexcellence, strong governance, sound financial and operational