Law Forward: League of Women Voters sues Wisconsin Elections Commission over guidance that locks voters out of the polls
CONTACT: Fair Elections Center, media@fairelectionscenter.orgLaw Forward, media@lawforward.org Problems with mail delivery threaten to disenfranchise more voters MADISON, Wis. — Law Forward and Fair Elections Center, on behalf of League of Women Voters of Wisconsin and a Dane County voter, have filed suit
Hong campaign: More than 25 local elected officials and community leaders endorse Francesca Hong for Governor
MADISON, Wis. — More than 25 current and former local elected officials and community leaders from across Wisconsin today endorsed State Rep. Francesca Hong (D-Madison) for governor, adding new momentum to the broad, statewide coalition powering her campaign. The new
Aleckson campaign: Senator Ron Johnson and State Senator Steve Nass headline a fundraiser for Jon Aleckson, candidate for Assembly District 50
MAPLE BLUFF, WI — Jon Aleckson’s campaign for State Assembly 50 (Southwestern Dane County and Green County, WI) held a well-attended fundraising event this week at Maple Bluff Country Club, drawing more than 50 supporters for an evening featuring U.S.
Department of Natural Resources: Now accepting nominations for Recycling Excellence Awards
Contact: Jennifer Semrau, DNR Waste Reduction and Diversion CoordinatorJennifer.Semrau@wisconsin.gov or 608-381-0960 MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Recycling Excellence Awards. The nomination period is open until Sept. 14. The Recycling Excellence Award
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Baldwin calls out Trump Admin for abruptly canceling $94 million for health research, halting clinical trials
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Ranking Member on the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee for Labor, Health, and Human Services, and Education, blasted the Trump Administration for abruptly canceling $94 million in funding for 150 grants supporting health research and programs
Center for Election Confidence: Non-profit Center For Election Confidence commends WEC and Green Bay for placing city clerk on leave pending state investigation into election irregularities
Contact: Lisa Dixon ldixon@electionconfidence.org Following the non-partisan Center for Election Confidence’s (CEC) efforts to draw attention to the matter and offer its assistance, the Wisconsin Election Commission (WEC) voted unanimously to open an investigation into Green Bay’s mishandling of absentee ballots
OPEIU Local 39: Endorses Francesca Hong for Governor
Madison, WI – Office and Professional Employees International Union (OPEIU) Local 39 announces that the union has endorsed Francesca Hong in the Wisconsin gubernatorial election. On Wednesday, July 22, 2026, OPEIU Local 39 held a special membership meeting to vote on
Democratic Party of Wisconsin Black Caucus: Statement on Madison’s officer-involved shooting
MILWAUKEE— Following the tragic events in Madison with an individual losing their life at the hands of local police officers, the Democratic Party of Wisconsin Black Caucus has released the following statement: “It has become far too normalized for us all
Voces de la Frontera Action: Proudly endorses Francesca Hong for Governor of Wisconsin in the Democratic primary
(Milwaukee, Wisconsin, July 23rd) — Following a meeting of our leadership and after consulting with people across Wisconsin, Voces de la Frontera Action is proud to endorse Francesca Hong for Governor of Wisconsin in the Democratic primary. This endorsement reflects
Dept. of Justice: Joins case challenging Trump administration rule that weakens regulation of highly potent greenhouse gas
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) joined a coalition in filing a petition challenging a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule that would weaken regulations designed to phase down the use of hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) in commercial equipment. HFCs are
Marquette University: Marquette professor receives Fulbright award to study how light affects cellular metabolism
MILWAUKEE — Dr. Deanna Arble, associate professor of biological sciences in the Klingler College of Arts and Sciences at Marquette University, has been awarded a Fulbright Scholar Award to assess how light can induce sustained changes in cellular metabolism. The Fulbright
Hulsey campaign: Brett Hulsey statement on Madison shooting
WI Gov. Candidate Brett Hulsey Calls for Grieving, Peace, Information to Get Truth and Justice in Wake of Man’s Death in Officer-Involved Shooting Madison, WI—Former State Representative, affordable housing provider, carpenter and Democratic write-in governor candidate Brett Hulsey made this
WisDems: Former Republican state senator calls Tiffany ‘mean, heartless’
MADISON, Wis. — New reporting from WPR reveals that even Republicans find Congressman Tom Tiffany’s extremism off putting. Former Republican State Senator Dale Schultz saying of him, “I remember a guy who was pretty mean, pretty heartless, and to my way of thinking,
Wisconsin Legislative Black Caucus: Statement on Wednesday’s Madison Police shooting
MADISON WI- Following yesterday’s fatal police shooting in Madison, the members of the Wisconsin Legislative Black Caucus released the following statement. “Yesterday, Madison police officers shot and killed Corey Ruiz in the street, which was broadcast online for the entire
U.S. Rep. Van Orden: Van Orden, Wisconsin delegation applaud CMS rule securing historic healthcare funding for wisconsin families
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Derrick Van Orden (WI-03), Congressmen Bryan Steil (WI-01), Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05), Glenn Grothman (WI-06), Tom Tiffany (WI-07), and Tony Wied (WI-08), applauded the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services’(CMS) proposed rule 91 FR 46562, ensuring Wisconsin receives fairness in
Rep. Udell: Sounds alarm over FCC anti-library proposal
MADISON, WI. — Last month, the Federal Communications Commission advanced a proposal to limit or terminate E-Rate, the $2-billion federal program that helps cover internet and technology costs for libraries and schools. Representative Randy Udell (D-47th District) released the following statement:
Gov. Evers: Gov. Evers, Sen. Baldwin sound alarm on USPS mail delays and interference ahead of upcoming elections
Joint letter highlights mail delays in the spring election that caused hundreds to have their votes not counted and USPS’s illegal effort to choke off access to mail-in voting MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers and U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin (D-Wisconsin) are sounding the alarm on multiple issues at the
U.S. Rep. Steil: Wisconsin congressmen applaud CMS rule securing historic healthcare funding for Wisconsin families
Washington, DC – Today, Congressmen Bryan Steil (WI-01), Derrick Van Orden (WI-03), Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05), Glenn Grothman (WI-06), Tom Tiffany (WI-07), and Tony Wied (WI-08), applauded the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services’(CMS) proposed rule 91 FR 46562, ensuring Wisconsin receives fairness
Wisconsin Towns Association: Senator Brad Pfaff receives Friend of Towns Award
“Senator Pfaff has been a strong and steady supporter of towns, always willing to listen and engage on the issues that matter most,” said Steve Dickinsen, Wisconsin Towns Association District 2 Director. “His advocacy and accessibility have made him a