Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities: Proposal to spend state savings and reduce the income the state uses to pay its bills is a bad deal for people with disabilities, state
The Governor’s and Republican leader’s proposal does not solve the problems with the existing state budget, and it may make the next budget worse. The bill claims to increase special education funding, but does not guarantee schools will actually get
WisDems: Slimy Bryan Steil still silent on cornering woman in Congress
MADISON, Wis. — Bryan Steil still hasn’t said a word since reporting broke nearly three weeks ago that Steil cornered a female reporter in an attempt to protect his Republican buddy, disgraced congressman Mike Green, from sexual impropriety. Steil tried fearmongering the reporter
Tiffany campaign: Tiffany statement on Evers’ backroom “Relief Deal”
MADISON, WI – Today, Congressman Tom Tiffany announced on the Benjamin Yount Show that he opposes Governor Evers’ so-called “relief deal,” calling it another Madison gimmick that fails to deliver lasting tax relief for Wisconsin taxpayers. “Governor Evers is acting like
Reps. Hong, Mayadev, Tenorio: Legislative Asian Caucus uplifts AAPI communities amidst recent attacks by the Trump administration
MADISON, WI – Today, Wisconsin State Representatives Francesca Hong, Renuka Mayadev, and Angelito Tenorio gathered at the State Capitol to recognize Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month in an observance that was both a celebration and call to action.
Dane County: County Executive Melissa Agard proclaims May as mental health awareness month in Dane County
DANE COUNTY — Dane County Executive Melissa Agard has proclaimed May 2026 as Mental Health Awareness Month in Dane County, recognizing the importance of mental health to the well-being of individuals, families, and communities across the county. A copy of
Hulsey campaign: Calls on other Democratic governor candidates to cease firing at Gov. Evers rebate deal—he’s our quarterback to help struggling WI families, schools
Madison, WI—Former State Representative, carpenter and governor candidate Brett Hulsey today called on all other Democratic governor candidates to support a ceasefire on Governor Tony Evers’ budget deal and cease personal attacks on him and the best deal he could
UW-Milwaukee: To award more than 3,200 degrees at commencement May 17
MILWAUKEE_The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee will award more than 3,200 degrees at its 134th commencement on Sunday, May 17, at the UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena, 400 W. Kilbourn Ave. Degrees will be awarded at two ceremonies, at 9 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Dept. of Natural Resources: Recruiting wardens for 2027 class
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is accepting applications for conservation warden positions statewide. The application period ends May 14. Visit Wisc.Jobs and search for job ID 20449 to apply. The DNR expects to hire up to 14 full-time
Dept. of Natural Resources: Seeking public comment on the Western Coulees and Ridges draft regional master plan
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public input on the Western Coulees and Ridges Draft Regional Master Plan and Environmental Analysis, which describes proposed future resource and public use management of DNR properties within the
Rep. Cruz: Reacts to backroom deal on budget surplus spending
Madison – State Representative Angelina Cruz (D-Racine) reacted to the announcement of a budget deal for spending down the state surplus, cautioning that the negative impact may outweigh the short-term benefits being exaggerated. She also blasted the lack of transparency
UW-Eau Claire: Double vision: Twins find their futures at UW-Eau Claire
Two standout May graduates in the College of Business seem to elicit the same response when faculty are asked how it was to teach and mentor the pair. The following refrain has been consistent in reply: They are both born
Colón campaign: 59 judges across Wisconsin endorse Judge Pedro Colón for Wisconsin Supreme Court
MILWAUKEE — Today, Judge Pedro Colón’s campaign for Wisconsin Supreme Court announced the endorsement of 59 current and former judges, representing Wisconsin’s municipal, circuit, appellate, and Supreme courts. Previously, Colón announced the endorsement of Justice-elect Chris Taylor. Joining her on
Association for Equity in Funding: Applauds budget repair bill focused on taxpayer relief, special education
The Wisconsin Association for Equity in Funding (AEF) today applauded the compromise budget repair bill. Just a few months ago, AEF Board Chair John Gaier made the job clear stating, “Fixing the revenue limit system needs to be the number
WisconsinEye: Despite funding challenges, WisconsinEye will provide live & archived coverage of this week’s state budget action from the Capitol in Madison
WisconsinEye continues to fight for its survival in a competitive and challenging philanthropic environment. Despite the challenge, small- and medium-sized private charitable gifts have allowed the network to continue in fulfillment of its mission and commitment to the citizens of
Kids Forward: From La Crosse to Langlade, families need lasting affordability–not political gimmicks
Kids Forward strongly opposes the spending package proposed by Governor Evers and Republican legislative leadership. It relies on one-time money to paper over long-term challenges, all while legislators preparing to leave office pass the responsibility—and the blame—onto future lawmakers and
Rep. Knodl: Wisconsin common sense is winning again
Wisconsin taxpayers deserve a government that lives within its means, funds core priorities responsibly, and returns excess revenue to the hardworking people who earned it in the first place. The recent agreement between Governor Tony Evers and Republican legislative leaders
Rep. Knodl: Applauds tax relief and education funding agreement
MADISON – Representative Dan Knodl released the following statement regarding the recently announced agreement between Republican legislative leaders and Governor Evers on tax relief and state funding priorities: “Republican majorities in the Wisconsin Legislature are once again proving that responsible
Dept. of Natural Resources: Reopens Newville boat launch along Rock River after flooding
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has reopened the Newville boat launch in Rock County, effectively immediately, after being closed on April 20 due to dangerously high water levels. Water levels on the Rock River have receded
WisDems: Ignorance is bliss for Van Orden as he ignores constituents’ concerns for high costs
MADISON, Wis. — On Thursday night, Derrick Van Orden criticized constituents protesting healthcare cuts outside a private event he was attending, saying “I just wish they knew what they were talking about. There has been no cuts to Medicaid or Medicare.