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MADISON — Representative Jim Piwowarczyk joined fellow Republican legislators in sending a letter to Governor Tony Evers requesting the immediate suspension of Wisconsin’s commutation process, citing serious concerns about victim notification failures, public safety, and the emotional harm being inflicted

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representatives Mark Pocan (WI-02) and Nick Langworthy (NY-23) lead a letter with 34 bipartisan House members to Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., urging him to strengthen NIH’s policy for determining eligibility to receive federal funding related to acquiring animals

MADISON — As students across Wisconsin prepare to graduate and take their next steps, State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly today announced the launch of Wisconsin’s Portrait of a Graduate – a statewide effort to define the knowledge, skills and experiences students need to succeed in today’s world.    The initiative, led by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction

MADISON, May 22, 2026 — Applications for the nation’s largest education innovation award, the $1 million Yass Prize, close June 1, 2026 at 12:00 P.M. ET. Wisconsin education providers of every type, sector, and scale are encouraged to apply before

Madison Club, Madison, WI—As the elite Madison Club in downtown Madison, Wisconsin Democraticgovernor candidate, carpenter, and former state representative Brett Hulsey will try to ask Rep. Tom Tiffany why he killed the Gov. Evers Bipartisan “Save our Schools” bill to

Madison, WI– State Senator Dan Feyen (R-Fond du Lac) released the following statement upon the release of a new poll conducted by the Marquette Law School, showing vast public support for the property and income tax relief bill that was blocked by

LODI – Today, State Sen. Sarah Keyeski endorsed State Sen. Kelda Roys to be the next governor of Wisconsin. Sen. Keyeski’s district spans the counties of Richland, Sauk, Columbia, Dane, Adams, Juneau, and Vernon counties. Roys, who has more endorsements than

(WAUKESHA, Wis.) – This summer, Waukesha County is making it easier for residents to recycle with confidence. Waukesha County Recycles is kicking off a countywide recycling education campaign designed to help households understand what belongs in the recycling bin – and

SHEBOYGAN, WI — May 26, 2026 — Dementia Innovations – LIVASU, the nation’s first dementia village, where those with dementia and their families can live as usual within a supportive, purposefully designed neighborhood, will host a special open house event

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is now accepting applications to expand the coverage of federally funded electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in Wisconsin to include heavily traveled U.S. and state highway corridors. Wisconsin was apportioned $78.65 million under the

Menomonie, Wis. – Among the class of 218 Graduate Studies students who crossed the commencement stage at University of Wisconsin-Stout’s May 16 ceremony, five were recognized by faculty and staff as inspiring graduates whose stories represent what it is to be

(Stevens Point, Wis., May 26, 2026) – The U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development is accepting applications for Rural Business Development Grants. These grants for eligible entities support projects that create jobs and grow the local economy. “These grants will help create

MILWAUKEE (May 26, 2026) – Beginning Sunday, June 7, the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) will launch its summer service changes, restoring mid-day service to four routes using 2026 Milwaukee County Budget contingency funds. The seasonal updates also include schedule adjustments on 15

Mequon, WI – May 26, 2026 — Brad Smith, Democratic candidate for Wisconsin’s 6th Congressional District, proudly announces a dual endorsement from both the Wisconsin Education Association Council (WEAC) and the National Education Association (NEA). WEAC is one of Wisconsin’s

Also: Please note: Complete Poll results and methodology information can be found online at law.marquette.edu/poll MILWAUKEE — A new Marquette Law School Poll finds 80% of Wisconsin adults say the legislature should have passed a proposed bill using the projected state

MADISON, Wis. — In recognition of Memorial Day, WisDems Chair Devin Remiker released the following statement: “Today, and every day, we pay homage to the men and women who have died protecting our freedom, our democracy, our individual liberties, and our

Madison, Wis. — A nationally prominent education journal has spotlighted a Wisconsin school serving students with dyslexia, drawing national attention to growing debates over literacy instruction, special education policy, and school choice. Education Next, a leading national education journal published through

(FRANKLIN, WI, 5/23/2026) — The Wisconsin Muslim Civic Alliance (WMCA) today applauded the advancement of Resolution 26-447, which passed the Milwaukee County Intergovernmental Relations Committee yesterday and will be heard before the full Board of Supervisors on Wednesday, May 28 at

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is issuing a public health alert for raw Mushroom and Swiss Bratwursts produced by Starzer Meats in Pound, Wisconsin. This alert is due to product being misbranded

MADISON, Wis. — In a new TMZ interview, GOP candidate for governor Congressman Tom Tiffany told recent college graduates concerned that AI is killing jobs that they should’ve gone to trade school. Tiffany helped make this problem possible by voting for the version of the