U.S. Sen. Baldwin: SUPPORT GROWS: Wisconsin Restaurant Association and Tavern League of Wisconsin Endorse Baldwin’s bill to stop sports blackouts, cut streaming costs
WASHINGTON, D.C. – New legislation led by U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) to stop professional sports leagues from blacking out games for fans and end the complicated and costly web of streaming services has earned the strong support of the Wisconsin Restaurant Association and Tavern League of
ABC of Wisconsin: Celebrates National Apprenticeship Week
Madison, April 27, 2026 — Associated Builders and Contractors of Wisconsin (ABC-WI) is proud to acknowledge the tremendous success of construction apprentices working across the state, during National Apprenticeship Week. “Wisconsin apprentices consistently win national competitions and demonstrate the skill and
U.S. Rep. Tiffany: Wisconsin congressmen introduce Fair Air Standards Act, addressing ozone nonattainment, vehicle emissions testing
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07), Bryan Steil (WI-01), Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05), and Glenn Grothman (WI-06) introduced the Fair Air Standards Act addressing Southeastern Wisconsin’s classification as an Ozone Nonattainment Area. “Because of outdated federal rules, hundreds of thousands of Wisconsin
Milwaukee Public schools: Statement
Today, Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Brenda Cassellius released the following statement in response to the Milwaukee Teachers’ Education Association’s (MTEA) filing of a prohibited practice complaint against the district: MPS must make hard fiscal decisions to ensure the district is
Dept. of Children and Families: Governor Evers, DCF secretary, celebrated eight awardees for their excellence in leadership and family support
MADISON – The Wisconsin Department of Children and Families (DCF) honored eight individuals and teams today at the 2026 Secretary’s Putting Families First Awards. The awards were presented during a celebration at the Pyle Center as part of Wisconsin’s proclaimed
Taiwan Friendship Caucus: Statement
Madison – The Wisconsin Legislative Taiwan Friendship Caucus released the following statement in response to recent developments in Taiwan: “The Wisconsin Taiwan Friendship Caucus was formed in 2021 with the goals of supporting Taiwan’s commitment to democracy, strengthening the bonds
Protect Our Care: FACT SHEET: Republicans cut seniors’ Medicaid coverage to pad billionaires’ pockets
Over 7 million seniors rely on Medicaid to cover essential services, like long-term care, medical equipment, hospitalization, and prescription drugs. As the single largest payer to long-term care services in the country, middle-class families depend on Medicaid to help take
Dept. of Public Instruction: 17 Wisconsin schools earn Purple Star designationfor supporting military children
MADISON — Seventeen schools have been named Wisconsin’s first Purple Star Schools, recognizing their significant commitment to supporting military-connected students and families. State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly announced the designations today during a Month of the Military Child celebration in Tomah. “At the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, we are deeply committed to supporting military-connected children
AFL-CIO: Workers and community members commemorate Workers’ Memorial Day by promising to keep the fight for safe workplaces alive.
(La Crosse, Wisconsin) – On Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at 5:30 pm, families and loved ones of workers across western Wisconsin will gather at Green Island Park in La Crosse to remember those who have lost their lives on the
Rep. Rivera-Wagner: Announces reelection bid, highlighting record of results for Green Bay
GREEN BAY, Wis. — State Rep. Amaad Rivera-Wagner announced Monday that he is seeking reelection, pointing to a first term focused on delivering results for Green Bay and bringing people together to solve real problems. Rivera-Wagner will officially kick off his
USDA: Invested $330 million in Wisconsin
(Stevens Point, Wisconsin, April 27, 2026) – In the last year, the U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development made $330 million in investments in rural communities across Wisconsin. These investments helped to boost Wisconsin’s economy, invest in agricultural opportunities, develop rural
U.S. Rep. Steil: Wisconsin congressmen introduce Fair Air Standards Act, addressing ozone nonattainment, vehicle emissions testing
Washington, DC – Today, Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01), Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05), Glenn Grothman (WI-06), and Tom Tiffany (WI-07), introduced the Fair Air Standards Act addressing Southeastern Wisconsin’s classification as an Ozone Nonattainment Area. Reps. Steil, Grothman, Tiffany at today’s press conference “Families in Wisconsin
WisDems: ICYMI: MAGA fracture alarms as college Republicans show ‘Extremist’ shift
MADISON, Wis. — Today, new reporting from Raw Story details how the Wisconsin Federation of College Republicans’ (WICRS) has aligned themselves with Nick Fuentes’ ally and College Republicans of America’s political director Kai Schwemmer. Experts describe the normalization of extremists pushing fringe and
Burnette campaign: Larry Martin, former executive director of the State Bar of Wisconsin, endorses Judge Lyndsey Brunette
MADISON, Wis. – Judge Lyndsey Brunette has announced the support of Larry Martin, the former executive director of the State Bar of Wisconsin, for her campaign for Wisconsin Supreme Court. “Wisconsin’s legal community depends on a Supreme Court that upholds
Wisconsin Technical College System: Wisconsin apprentices gain new pathway to Associate degrees
MADISON – The Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) is celebrating National Apprenticeship Week April 26-May 2, and this year has something extra special to announce. Wisconsin’s 16 technical colleges will now review apprenticeship-related learning from all sources to count as
Roys campaign: Thomas Nelson endorses Kelda Roys for governor
APPLETON – State Sen. Kelda Roys announced Monday the endorsement of Thomas Nelson, Outagamie County Executive, who previously served in the state assembly as the Democratic Majority Leader. “Since our time in the Assembly together almost 20 years ago, I’ve
Blackhawk Technical College: Behavioral Health and Wellness Fair offers family fun on May 2
JANESVILLE, Wis. — Take a step toward wellness on May 2 at Blackhawk Technical College’s Beloit-Janesville Campus at 6004 S. County Road G, Janesville, WI 53546. A free, family-friendly Behavioral Health and Wellness Fair, held in honor of Mental Health
Sapik campaign: Iron County Republican Party endorses Sapik for state senate
Iron County Republican Party, Angie Sapik will “stand up for taxpayers.” [Lake Nebagamon, WI…] The Iron County Republican Party today announced its full endorsement of Angie Sapik in the Republican Primary for Wisconsin State Senate District 25. Tanner Hiller, Iron
UW-Stout: Kintsugi 3D viewer application by UW-Stout computer science senior brings cultural heritage to users worldwide
Menomonie, Wis. – Imagine being able to view the world’s cultural treasures from the comfort of your own home. To enter international museums from your computer screen and admire paintings, sculptures and artifacts as clearly as if you were standing
Wisconsin Family Action: Releases 2025-2026 legislative scorecard
Madison, WI – Today, Wisconsin Family Action (WFA) released its updated 2025-2026 Legislative Scorecard giving its assessment of how all thirty-three State Senators and all ninety-nine State Assembly Representatives did this past legislative session. The session began in early January 2025 and floor