USDA: Invests nearly $750,000 to expand distance learning access across rural Wisconsin
Funding Will Modernize Educational Infrastructure, Reaching More Than 14,000 Rural Students and 1,900 Educators Across 12 Counties (Stevens Point, Wis., October 7, 2026) — U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development Wisconsin State Director Andrew C. Iverson announced today a $749,400
Associated Builders and Contractors of Wisconsin: Construction apprenticeship program celebrates record enrollment
Madison, October 6, 2026 — It’s another record-breaking year for construction apprenticeship enrollment. Associated Builders and Contractors of Wisconsin (ABC-WI) celebrates the almost 2,800 apprentices enrolled in ABC-WI apprenticeship program. Of those, more than 700 apprentices are beginning their first
Crowley campaign: NEW AD: David Crowley slams Tom Tiffany for trying to sell this election to the highest bidder and voting with Trump 100% of the time
MILWAUKEE, Wis. – After MAGA Congressman Tom Tiffany was caught trying to sell Wisconsin to the highest bidder, David Crowley announced a new statewide television ad titled, “Pledge,” calling out MAGA Congressman Tom Tiffany for giving tax cuts to his billionaire
Dept. of Natural Resources: Incidental Take Notice for Columbia County
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue a permit for the incidental taking of a rare lizard and turtle, which may result from the construction of Jay’s Power Center in Columbia County. Incidental take refers to
Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association: WCMA Calls on USDA to reverse new cost-share requirement for Dairy Business Innovation Initiatives
Madison, WI — The Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association (WCMA) is urging U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins to reverse a newly imposed 25% cost-share requirement for the Dairy Business Innovation (DBI) Initiatives, warning that mandate will prevent the four
Crowley campaign: David Crowley announces plan to protect reproductive freedom in Wisconsin’s constitution
MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Today, David Crowley announced his proposal to protect reproductive rights and freedoms for women across Wisconsin. As governor, David Crowley will work with the State Legislature to put a constitutional amendment before Wisconsin voters that explicitly protects reproductive
WisGOP: ICYMI: Tom Tiffany Stands With Wisconsin Law Enforcement
MADISON, Wis. – When it comes to keeping Wisconsin families safe, Tom Tiffany is the clear choice to be our next Governor. At a press conference in Green Bay, Tiffany highlighted his support from sheriffs and law enforcement across the Badger State. “Our officers
Dept. of Natural Resources: Incidental Take Notice for Grant County
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue a permit for the incidental taking of a rare frog, which may result from the ITC Multi-value Project (MVP) 5 project in Grant County. Incidental take refers to the
GrassRoots Organizing Western Wisconsin: Pierce County residents continue clean water fight as Ridge Breeze appeals groundwater ruling
Pierce County, Wis. — After Pierce County residents spent more than three years fighting for meaningful groundwater protections – and won – Ridge Breeze Dairy is now asking a circuit court to overturn the decision. The ruling directed the Wisconsin
Dept. of Financial Institutions: Gov. Evers, DFI, and HEAB encourage Wisconsin students and families to complete the free application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) in October
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI), in partnership with the Wisconsin Higher Educational Aids Board (HEAB), today announced Gov. Tony Evers proclaimed October as FAFSA® Filing Month in Wisconsin. The proclamation encourages Wisconsin students and families to complete the Free Application for Federal Student
Tiffany campaign: Wisconsin Fraternal Order of Police endorses Tom Tiffany for Governor
GERMANTOWN, WI – The Wisconsin Fraternal Order of Police (FOP), representing more than 3,700 active and retired law enforcement officers across the Badger State, endorsed Tom Tiffany for Governor of Wisconsin today. “As governor, Tom will stand with law enforcement and make
Crosson: Responds to Wied’s police endorsement press conference: “Having their backs means standing up even when it’s politically challenging.”
GREEN BAY, Wis. — Retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel Rick Crosson, Democratic candidate for Congress in Wisconsin’s 8th Congressional District, today responded to Rep. Tony Wied’s press conference in Green Bay promoting what Wied calls the “Safe Cities Act,” legislation that
WisDems: ROUND UP: Mitchell Berman’s campaign gains momentum as he takes aim at Steil’s self-enrichment in Congress
MADISON, Wis. — With less than 30 days before the November election, Mitchell Berman’s campaign has gained massive momentum while Republican incumbent Bryan Steil’s billionaire backers scramble to save his seat. Over the weekend, a new House Majority PAC poll shows
WisDems: Tom Tiffany Did That: ‘This may just be the end’: Wisconsin farmers struggle to afford diesel during harvest season
MADISON, Wis. — Reporting from The Country Today details how MAGA Congressman Tom Tiffany’s dozen votes to continue the war-of-choice in Iran and support tariffs are hurting Wisconsin farmers. Skyrocketing diesel prices and high input costs are forcing many farms
The Steady State: Endorses Mark Pocan for Wisconsin’s 2nd Congressional District
WASHINGTON — The Steady State, an organization of more than 420 former national security, intelligence, diplomatic, military, law enforcement, and homeland security officials, today endorsed Hon. Mark Pocan for Wisconsin’s 2nd Congressional District. Mark Pocan represents Wisconsin’s Second Congressional District
DCCC: Chair DelBene on Wisconsin battleground districts: ‘They’re critically important. You can see we’re investing here. We know we have strong candidates.’
DCCC Chair Suzan DelBene was on Wisconsin ABC affiliate WISN’s UPFRONT show over the weekend to talk about two high profile congressional races in the state that will be critical to determining who wins the House Majority in November.DelBene discussed
Assn. of State and Tribal Home Visiting Initiatives: Wisconsin receives $11,441,359 in federal funding to deliver home visiting services to families
Washington, D.C. — October 5th, 2026 — Wisconsin has just received $11,441,359 in federal funding through the Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting (MIECHV) Program to continue providing voluntary home visiting programs that support parents and improve outcomes for families and young
State Senate Democratic Committee: Democratic leaders Hesselbein and Neubauer discuss winning a trifecta on ‘Hopium Chronicles’ podcast
MADISON, WI – On Saturday, the Hopium Chronicles podcast released an interview with Democratic Leaders Senator Dianne Hesselbein and Representative Greta Neubauer discussing Democratic ambitions to flip Wisconsin’s Senate and Assembly for the first time in over a decade. The
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Blasts Trump admin for slashing $11 million in rural housing funding for Wisconsin
Wisconsin received 85% less in funding for rural home loans this year, only $2 million this year compared to an average of $13.1 million in previous years WISCONSIN – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) is calling out the Trump
Clark campaign: No Show Alfonso: Congressional nominee skips out on first joint appearance with his opponent, Fred Clark
ASHLAND, WI – Congressional candidate Michael Alfonso bailed on a commitment to appear at a healthcare forum alongside his opponent, Fred Clark, on Sunday. The forum, held by members of the Wisconsin Medical Society in Ashland, would have been the candidates’