Dane County Board of Supervisors: Introduces moratorium on data center development
DANE COUNTY, Wis. — On Friday, May 15, 2026, a resolution was introduced that would establish an 18-month moratorium on the receipt of applications for, and the issuance of, zoning permits for the siting or placement of data centers in Dane
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Visits Wisconsin farms as war in Iran jacks up fertilizer, fuel costs
WISCONSIN – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) visited two farms in Janesville and Sharon to hear from Wisconsin farmers about how President Trump’s war of choice in Iran is jacking up the cost of fertilizer and fuel and hurting their
WisDems: ICYMI: U.S. Rep. Steil advocates for crypto while industry backs his campaign
MADISON, Wis. — Today, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reported on Bryan Steil’s shady ties and advocacy for cryptocurrency companies and trading platforms all while serving as chairman for the subcommittee that oversees cryptocurrency regulation. Steil has received hundreds of thousands of dollars from individuals aligned with
Rep. Van Orden: Warns Iranian Mullahs: “Window of opportunity is rapidly closing”
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Derrick Van Orden, a member of the House Armed Services Committee and a retired U.S. Navy SEAL with 26 years of service and multiple combat deployments across the Middle East, including service in every country Iran has attacked or
Rep. Piwowarczyk: Calls on Gov. Evers to suspend commutations until victims’ rights are protected
MADISON — Representative Jim Piwowarczyk joined fellow Republican legislators in sending a letter to Governor Tony Evers requesting the immediate suspension of Wisconsin’s commutation process, citing serious concerns about victim notification failures, public safety, and the emotional harm being inflicted
U.S. Rep. Pocan: Pocan, Langworthy lead 34 members with letter to Sec. Kennedy on strengthening NIH policy on animal testing
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representatives Mark Pocan (WI-02) and Nick Langworthy (NY-23) lead a letter with 34 bipartisan House members to Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., urging him to strengthen NIH’s policy for determining eligibility to receive federal funding related to acquiring animals
Dept. of Public Instruction: State superintendent announces statewide effort to redefine the future of student success in Wisconsin
MADISON — As students across Wisconsin prepare to graduate and take their next steps, State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly today announced the launch of Wisconsin’s Portrait of a Graduate – a statewide effort to define the knowledge, skills and experiences students need to succeed in today’s world. The initiative, led by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
YASS Prize: Final Call: America’s largest education award seeks Wisconsin education innovators — applications close June 1
MADISON, May 22, 2026 — Applications for the nation’s largest education innovation award, the $1 million Yass Prize, close June 1, 2026 at 12:00 P.M. ET. Wisconsin education providers of every type, sector, and scale are encouraged to apply before
Hulsey Campaign: Asks Rep. Tom Tiffany one question: Why did you kill the bi-partisan Save Our Schools Bill?
Madison Club, Madison, WI—As the elite Madison Club in downtown Madison, Wisconsin Democraticgovernor candidate, carpenter, and former state representative Brett Hulsey will try to ask Rep. Tom Tiffany why he killed the Gov. Evers Bipartisan “Save our Schools” bill to
Sen. Feyen: New poll shows overwhelming support for relief bill
Madison, WI– State Senator Dan Feyen (R-Fond du Lac) released the following statement upon the release of a new poll conducted by the Marquette Law School, showing vast public support for the property and income tax relief bill that was blocked by
Roys Campaign: Sarah Keyeski endorses Kelda Roys for governor
LODI – Today, State Sen. Sarah Keyeski endorsed State Sen. Kelda Roys to be the next governor of Wisconsin. Sen. Keyeski’s district spans the counties of Richland, Sauk, Columbia, Dane, Adams, Juneau, and Vernon counties. Roys, who has more endorsements than
Waukesha County: Launches summer-long campaign to help residents “recycle right”
(WAUKESHA, Wis.) – This summer, Waukesha County is making it easier for residents to recycle with confidence. Waukesha County Recycles is kicking off a countywide recycling education campaign designed to help households understand what belongs in the recycling bin – and
Dementia Innovations – LIVASU: To host internationally renowed dementia care leader Eloy van Hal
SHEBOYGAN, WI — May 26, 2026 — Dementia Innovations – LIVASU, the nation’s first dementia village, where those with dementia and their families can live as usual within a supportive, purposefully designed neighborhood, will host a special open house event
Dept. of Transportation: Announces grant application period open for next round of National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure funding in Wisconsin
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is now accepting applications to expand the coverage of federally funded electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in Wisconsin to include heavily traveled U.S. and state highway corridors. Wisconsin was apportioned $78.65 million under the
UW-Stout: Applied learning accelerates UW-Stout M.S. graduates’ skills in design, computer science, therapy, industrial psychology
Menomonie, Wis. – Among the class of 218 Graduate Studies students who crossed the commencement stage at University of Wisconsin-Stout’s May 16 ceremony, five were recognized by faculty and staff as inspiring graduates whose stories represent what it is to be
U.S. Dept. of Agriculture Rural Development: Accepting Rural Business Development Grants applications
(Stevens Point, Wis., May 26, 2026) – The U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development is accepting applications for Rural Business Development Grants. These grants for eligible entities support projects that create jobs and grow the local economy. “These grants will help create
Milwaukee County Transit System: Summer service changes start June 7
MILWAUKEE (May 26, 2026) – Beginning Sunday, June 7, the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) will launch its summer service changes, restoring mid-day service to four routes using 2026 Milwaukee County Budget contingency funds. The seasonal updates also include schedule adjustments on 15
Smith Campaign: Brad Smith earns Wisconsin Educator Association Endorsement in 6th Congressional District Race
Mequon, WI – May 26, 2026 — Brad Smith, Democratic candidate for Wisconsin’s 6th Congressional District, proudly announces a dual endorsement from both the Wisconsin Education Association Council (WEAC) and the National Education Association (NEA). WEAC is one of Wisconsin’s
Marquette Law School Poll: Finds 4 out of 5 say Wisconsin legislature should have passed Evers/GOP property tax, rebates, and special education bill
Also: Please note: Complete Poll results and methodology information can be found online at law.marquette.edu/poll MILWAUKEE — A new Marquette Law School Poll finds 80% of Wisconsin adults say the legislature should have passed a proposed bill using the projected state
WisDems: Statement on Memorial Day
MADISON, Wis. — In recognition of Memorial Day, WisDems Chair Devin Remiker released the following statement: “Today, and every day, we pay homage to the men and women who have died protecting our freedom, our democracy, our individual liberties, and our