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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Derrick Van Orden today praised the U.S. Department of Education’s final rule implementing the Workforce Pell Grant program, following Education Secretary Linda McMahon’s visit Friday to Western Technical College in La Crosse, Wisconsin. Beginning July 1, 2026, the program will allow Pell

(Duluth, MN) — The International Ship Masters’ Association (ISMA) announced today that President Capt. Chris Edyvean will travel to Washington D.C. to attend the Department of Transportation’s National Maritime Day ceremony and will be among a handful of mariners presented

Washington, D.C. – This afternoon, Donald Trump is slated to host another “Health Care Affordability Event” at the White House — an utterly laughable event given the dismal state of health care affordability in Trump’s America. Health care costs continue

TOWN OF ELBA — Beef farmer and small business owner Nate Pollnow won the unanimous endorsement of delegates at the Republican Party of Wisconsin convention this weekend behind a promise of bringing greater transparency and accountability to Wisconsin state government. Pollnow’s

Climate Power and Protect Our Care show how Trump is gutting pollution protections and leaving Americans to pay the price Washington, DC – A new report from Protect Our Care and Climate Power outlines how Trump has gutted pollution protections, exposing American families to dangerous

MADISON, Wis. — Recent reporting from the Milwaukee Courier reveals that Congressman Tom Tiffany, Republicans’ newly endorsed candidate for governor, falsely claimed that he wanted to end the illegal war in Iran that is raising costs for Wisconsinites before voting — mere hours later

New tools provide a one-stop resource to track Wisconsin justices, judges and court activity Delafield, Wis. – The Institute for Reforming Government (IRG) released a new scorecard evaluating Wisconsin Supreme Court justices and a review of the Court of Appeals

MADISON— A federal judge ruled Friday that the lawsuit challenging the legality of ICE detainers must remain under the jurisdiction of the Wisconsin Supreme Court, rejecting an attempt by the defendants in the case – five county sheriffs –  to

MADISON, WI (May 18, 2026) — The upcoming UW Now Live will examine the major forces reshaping economic growth, trade and innovation. From conflict in the Middle East and its ripple effects on energy markets to the rapid advance of artificial intelligence,

Outstanding and retired educator Bryan Albrecht, a three-time alum at UW-Stout, crossed the commencement stage once again on May 16 – not to receive an additional diploma, but as a guest speaker to address Wisconsin’s Polytechnic University’s Class of 2026. During three

MILWAUKEE – Following recent whistleblower allegations and public reporting regarding operations at Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District (MMSD) wastewater treatment facilities managed by Veolia, Milwaukee County Supervisors are calling for greater transparency, accountability, and independent oversight.  The Supervisors issued the following joint statement, urging

Since graduating from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire in 2000, Mark Proksch has had several interesting jobs. Wait, what? It turns out all those jobs were part of the same career path for Proksch — his successful acting career. Proksch

Washburn, WI – The Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa has won a partial stay from Wisconsin’s Iron County Circuit Court immediately halting some of Enbridge’s construction activities on the Line 5 reroute project. Following a packed court hearing last month, Judge John P. Anderson ruled that Enbridge must cease all work at four

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation Division of State Patrol is joining law enforcement agencies across the state in the national Click It or Ticket campaign from May 18-31. The annual campaign reminds drivers that seat belts save lives with focused

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Historical Society’s History Maker Space is launching a series of programs to mark America’s 250th anniversary. Highlights include a NEW “Democracy in Action” walking tour and a Gen Z–focused pizza party centered on civics, democracy

Madison, WI — Americans for Prosperity–Wisconsin (AFP–WI) congratulated Tom Tiffany after he secured the official endorsement for governor from the Wisconsin Republican Party at their convention over the weekend.    Tom will now face off against one of the radical, far-left

Milwaukee, WI / Madison, WI — Local organizations in Milwaukee and Madison are expanding their work with restaurants to prevent wasted food and strengthen local food recovery systems. The City of Milwaukee Environmental Collaboration Office, Dane County Department of Waste

Marquette Elementary is the site of Madison’s School Street Pilot Project. Beginning Monday, May 18th and continuing every school day through Wednesday, June 10th, Jenifer Street, between Thornton Avenue and Rogers Street, will be closed during morning student arrival from 7:00am

JANESVILLE, Wis. — Blackhawk Technical College held two commencement ceremonies on May 16, celebrating more than 370 graduates at the Dream Center at Central Christian Church in Beloit. “Graduates, when you walk across that stage, take this moment in. You