National Republican Congressional Committee: Radical Rebecca Cooke endorsed by group that supports sex changes for kids
Out of touch Democrat Rebecca Cooke is touting the endorsement of a group that advocates for “biological males competing in women’s sports” and “gender mutilation for trans-confused children.” “Radical Rebecca Cooke continues to show her true colors by aligning herself
Gov. Evers: Requests Small Business Administration Rapid Disaster Declaration for Wisconsin communities affected by severe weather
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers sent a letter to the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) to declare a Rapid Disaster Declaration in response to severe storms and flooding that occurred this spring, which caused widespread destruction throughout the state of Wisconsin. Based on joint damage
Medical College of Wisconsin: Michels Family donates $27 million to the Medical College of Wisconsin to expand personalized cancer care, accelerate cancer research
MILWAUKEE, Wis. – June 22, 2026 – The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) today announced a landmark $27 million gift from Tim and Barbara Michels and the Michels Family Foundation to the MCW Cancer Center — this represents the largest personal gift ever to the
CASA of Brown County: Recognizes Family Reunification Month
GREEN BAY, WI — June 2026 — June is Family Reunification Month, a time to recognize and celebrate families who have worked hard to safely reunite after involvement with the child welfare system. At CASA of Brown County, Family Reunification Month
Dept. of Natural Resources: Help butterflies, bees and other pollinators during Pollinator Week
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages Wisconsinites to help native pollinators during Pollinator Week, June 22-28, and year-round with a few simple lawn care habits, volunteering and supporting the Endangered Resources Fund. Most of Wisconsin’s pollinators
Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities: We Belong: BPDD response to U.S. Justice Department memo challenging right to community integration for people with disabilities
The U.S. Department of Justice released an opinion last week that argues core civil rights laws—the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Rehabilitation Act, and the 1999 Supreme Court Olmstead decision–do not require states to integrate people with disabilities into the community. U.S.
Dunn County Board of Supervisors: Considers new highway building
MENOMONIE, Wis. — The Dunn County Board of Supervisors is considering plans for a new highway storage building and other improvements to address safety and other concerns at the county’s current facilities. In a recent board presentation, County Manager Dan Dunbar said cramped and outdated storage conditions at the current facility at 3303 U.S. 12 in Menomonie are hazardous for
Wisconsin Council of Religious and Independent Schools: The Milwaukee Voucher Program is now a literal lifeline for minority families after Friday’s court decision
Voucher Students are only 7% of all Wisconsin K-12 Students. As courts continue dismantling race-based student aid programs, the Milwaukee voucher program stands out as a legally sound, proven alternative for delivering educational equality to minority students. Almost 80% of Milwaukee voucher students are minority, and the average
UW-Eau Claire: True Blu: Kim Wudi
Twenty years ago, as she cried on a bus, Kim Wudi’s future was at a crossroads. She had just experienced the highlight of her life, coaching in the NCAA volleyball tournament, but was headed back to the University of Wisconsin-Eau
Berman campaign: Assembly Representative Tip McGuire endorses Mitchell Berman for Wisconsin’s First Congressional District
RAYMOND, Wis. — Assembly Representative Tip McGuire (AD-64, D-Kenosha) today endorsed Mitchell Berman for Wisconsin’s First Congressional District. McGuire issued the following statement: “As someone with real experience facing the challenges of working families, Mitchell understands what people in our
Gov. Evers: Urges bipartisan opposition to Trump budget proposals that jeopardize protections for natural resources, efforts to bolster 21st-century infrastructure and critical disaster response needs in Wisconsin
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers sent another in a series of letters to every member of Wisconsin’s Congressional delegation, urging bipartisan opposition to provisions in President Donald J. Trump’s proposed Federal Fiscal Year 2027 (FFY27) budget that would have devastating impacts on Wisconsin’s valuable natural resources and
Rep. Kitchens: Sturgeon Bay to add baby box
(Madison) – Parents in Northeast Wisconsin will soon have an anonymous and safe way to turn over custody of their child. This week, officials in Sturgeon Bay authorized a Safe Haven Baby Box. The temperature-controlled baby boxes are attached to a
Luna campaign: ICYMI: SEIU Wisconsin endorses Ismael Luna for state assembly
MILWAUKEE, Wis. – SEIU Wisconsin today announced its endorsement of Ismael Luna for the Wisconsin 8th Assembly District, calling him the proven labor champion working families need in Madison. “I am thrilled to be endorsed by SEIU Wisconsin. Their commitment
Magadance Skinner campaign: Michele Magadance Skinner: Dairy month in dairyland
Altoona, Wis. – It’s Dairy Month in America’s Dairyland! Growing up in ruralWisconsin, I know the hard work that our farmers put in to ensure that we have qualityfoods grown right here, at home.We all know that Wisconsin is the
Wis Dems: WisDems statement on Juneteenth
MADISON, Wis. — In recognition of Juneteenth, WisDems Chair Devin Remiker and 2nd Vice-Chair Elder Joshua Taylor released the following statement: “While we have looked to Juneteenth as a way to reflect on our nation’s greatest sin and the progress we
Bukiewicz campaing: SEIU Wisconsin endorses Dan Bukiewicz for state assembly
MILWAUKEE, Wis. – SEIU Wisconsin today announced its endorsement of Dan Bukiewicz for the Wisconsin 21st Assembly District, calling him the proven labor champion working families need in Madison. “I am proud to be endorsed by my brothers and sisters
Gov. Evers: Gov. Evers Announces Additional Appointments to Commutation Advisory Board
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced eight new appointments to the Commutation Advisory Board. Gov. Evers, in April, signed two executive orders, restoring the commutations process in Wisconsin for the first time since former Gov. Tommy Thompson was governor. The two executive
Dept. Natural Resources: DNR Celebrates National Eagle Day
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is celebrating National Eagle Day (June 20, 2026) by reminding Wisconsinites that they can support the next species comeback in Wisconsin with an Endangered Resources license plate. After being listed as an
Dept. Natural Resources: Ride Smart This Father’s Day Weekend
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds ATV/UTV riders to focus on safety this Father’s Day weekend. To date in 2026, there have been 18 ATV/UTV fatalities, many of which involved alcohol and speed as top contributing factors.
Milwaukee Black Media Trust: Legendary alderman, Vietnam War veteran and former Black Panther leader Mike McGee Sr. speaks to Milwaukee this Juneteenth for the first time in nearly 20 years
Milwaukee, Wis. — Following a new terminal cancer diagnosis, iconic Milwaukee alderman Mike McGee Sr. says he is living in his final days and agreed to speak this Juneteenth on the Black community and country he served for over 40