WisDems: ICYMI: Republican Rep. Van Orden changes position, votes to extend ACA subsidies
MADISON, Wis. — On Friday, a new report detailed Rep. Derrick Van Orden’s blatant flip-flop on the Affordable Care Act. Van Orden only voted with Democrats to continue ACA tax credits after they had already expired and Wisconsinites saw their health care costs
A Better Wisconsin Together: ICYMI: Maria Lazar reiterates anti-abortion agenda, talks support for banning abortion in Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. — Right-wing judge and Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate Maria Lazar has once again been caught spewing an anti-abortion agenda. At a recent event, Lazar confirmed her opposition to abortion rights and discussed the possibility of a new abortion ban in
WXPR, WUWM 89.7, Wisconsin Public Radio: Public radio stations in Wisconsin partner to create the Wisconsin News Collaborative
Milwaukee – WUWM 89.7 – Milwaukee’s NPR (WUWM), Wisconsin Public Radio (WPR) and WXPR announced today that they have entered a partnership to share news content among the three stations. WUWM, WPR and WXPR will share reporting on issues vital
3rd Congressional District Democratic Party of Wisconsin: Congratulate the many Democratic and Progressive activists who forced Rep. Derrick Van Orden to vote to protect ACA subsidies.
For the last year, Democratic and Progressive organizers have been mounting press conferences, protests, rallies and other actions in order to try to force Rep. Derrick Van Orden to protect ACA subsidies and prevent insurance premiums in the district from
U.S. Rep. Steil: Introduces legislation to ban Congressional stock trading
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01), Chairman of the Committee on House Administration, introduced the Stop Insider Trading Act. This legislation prohibits Members of Congress, spouses, and dependent children from purchasing publicly traded stocks. The Stop Insider Trading Act also requires
Milwaukee County Exec Crowley: Announces $25 million in federal funding for 67 traffic safety projects, addressing hazardous roadways to reduce reckless driving
SS4A Grant Funds Would Support Projects Anticipated to Save Lives Along Corridors of Concern MILWAUKEE – Today, County Executive David Crowley announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) has awarded Milwaukee County with the third-largest Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Grant in the federal program’s 2025 funding cy… Please log
Forward Latino: Launches faith-based The Lord Knows When We Look Away campaign
Non-Profit launches website, billboard and more! Franklin, WI – The National President of Forward Latino, a national non-profit, non-partisan, service and advocacy organization headquartered in Franklin, Wisconsin this morning formally launched its “The Lord Knows When We Look Away” campaign
Dept. of Transportation: Join the Wisconsin State Patrol, now hiring troopers
Deadline to apply: Feb. 15, 2026 The Wisconsin State Patrol is looking for new troopers to serve in communities across the state. Applications are only accepted during the annual recruitment period which begins today and ends on Feb. 15, 2026.
WisconsinEye: Launches GoFundMe campaign
Since 2007 WisconsinEye has led the way to keep state government transparent, honest, and accountable. The network is an independent, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that relies on charitable investments to fulfill its mission of public service. For the past 18 years,
Dept. of Natural Resources: Winter Free Fishing Weekend is Jan. 17-18
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public to take advantage of its annual Winter Free Fishing Weekend Jan. 17-18, 2026 and share the fun and excitement of winter fishing. Winter Free Fishing Weekend gives families,
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Meat Processor Infrastructure Grant application period open through February 23
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) invites Wisconsin meat processors to apply for the Meat Processor Infrastructure Grant through February 23, 2026. The meat processor grant program aims to grow Wisconsin’s meat industry
Enough is Enough A Legacy for Erin: Advocacy group releases THIRD report on Milwaukee County sentencing patterns in felony fleeing and reckless driving cases
Milwaukee, WI — January 12, 2026 — Enough is Enough ~ A Legacy for Erin, a grassroots advocacy organization dedicated to preventing injury and death from reckless driving, has released its THIRD report highlighting troubling sentencing trends in Milwaukee County courts.
Barnes campaign: ICYMI: Takes Wisconsin Way tour to Tom Tiffany’s district, highlights plans to make life more affordable
Since launching his campaign for Governor, former Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes has been crisscrossing the state on his “Wisconsin Way” tour, a statewide effort to discuss how rising costs are affecting Wisconsin families, farmers, and small businesses. This weekend, Lt.
UW-Stout: On the vanguard: An artificial intelligence filmmaking course emerges at UW-Stout
AI-Assisted Film and Video Production class to open summer 2026 Menomonie, Wis. – A new Artificial Intelligence (AI) Assisted Film and Video Production course will launch at University of Wisconsin-Stout in summer 2026. The course, possibly a first-of-its-kind in the
Alfonso campaign: Statement on first quarter fundraising totals, setting the pace in WI-07
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Rodriguez campaign: Calls for immediate action to protect Wisconsin communities, demand accountability from federal immigration enforcement
Rodriguez urges lawmakers and local leaders to adopt safeguards, transparency standards, and accountability measures as ICE activity escalates in Wisconsin MADISON, WI—Lt. Governor Sara Rodriguez today called on Wisconsin legislators, county officials, mayors, and local councils to take immediate action
Helmenstine campaign: Local leader Dylan Helmenstine raises over $40,000 for State Treasurer campaign
Support from communities across Wisconsin fuels early campaign growth BLACK EARTH, WIS. – Today, local elected official Dylan Helmenstine’s campaign reported raising a total of $43,339 from 165 contributions on its January Continuing Report and reports having $36,239 cash on
Toney campaign: Posts record-setting first fundraising report in attorney general race
CONTACT: info@erictoney.com Raises Nearly $450,000 Since Announcing Campaign in October FOND DU LAC, WI – Republican Attorney General candidate Eric Toney today announced a fundraising haul of $446,000 since launching his campaign in October, the largest amount raised by a non-incumbent candidate
Rep. Billings: Water Quality Notification Act receives a public hearing in the Assembly
Madison – Yesterday, the Assembly Environment Committee held a public hearing and considered AB 635, the Water Quality Notification Act. Representative Billings introduced this legislation and released the following statement. “I was proud to testify in favor of the Water
WisDems: Reminder: Derrick Van Orden’s reckless record on health care
Van Orden’s vote last month has already led to health care cost increases for Wisconsinites On January 1st, nearly 300,000 Wisconsinites saw their health care prices go up because Van Orden let ACA tax credits expire Van Orden’s website calls for the repeal