Wisconsin Policy Forum: Impairment to imprisonment: Drunk driving incarceration soars in Wisconsin
The number of people incarcerated in Wisconsin state prisons for intoxicated driving offenses hit a record high in 2024 and stayed elevated in 2025, a new Wisconsin Policy Forum report finds. The state’s long-term rise in incarceration for operating while
Sen. Hutton: Statement on the passing of Paul Farrow
Patti and I are heartbroken to learn of the passing of County Executive Paul Farrow. He was a true statesman, servant leader, and dedicated family man who poured his heart into public service both in Waukesha County and across our
Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty: WILL sues Gov. Evers over $250 million discriminatory program
The News: A Wisconsin-based taxpayer association, represented by the Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL), filed a new lawsuit challenging the Wisconsin Supplier Diversity Program, a procurement program that spends over $250 million each year purchasing supplies and services based on race. White, Middle Eastern, and most Asian small-business owners are
Yahara Watershed Improvement Network: 2025 marks another milestone year for Yahara WINS
MADISON, Wis. (July 9, 2026) — The Yahara Watershed Improvement Network (Yahara WINS) has released its 2025 annual report, marking the program’s ninth full year of phosphorus reduction progress across the Yahara River watershed. Through the efforts of project partners and area farmers, the program prevented 68,303 pounds of phosphorus runoff in
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: DATCP announces Wisconsin Cherry Board election results
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has certified the 2026 Wisconsin Cherry Board election results. Daniel Keilar of Sturgeon Bay began a new three-year term as an elected member of the Wisconsin Cherry
Milwaukee County Supervisor Capriolo: Supervisor Sky Z. Capriolo encourages community to participate in Jackson Park Farmers Market Pickleball Series
MILWAUKEE — Milwaukee County Supervisor Sky Z. Capriolo is inviting residents of all ages and skill levels to take part in the Jackson Park Farmers Market Pickleball Series, a new community initiative bringing recreation, wellness, and neighborhood engagement together at the newly constructed
Washington County Board: Washington County Board unanimously approves Anti-Crime Plan C, strengthening public safety across the county
WEST BEND, Wis. — The Washington County Board of Supervisors last night unanimously approved Anti-Crime Plan C, a comprehensive public safety initiative that invests in law enforcement, courtroom security, emergency communications, and narcotics prosecution to keep Washington County one of the
Scheffler campaign: Mark Scheffler announces a thorough seven-step immigration reform framework
APPLETON, WI (July 8, 2026) – Candidate, Mark Scheffler for Wisconsin’s 8th Congressional District, today announced a new comprehensive immigration framework, titled “Restoring Order, Fairness, and Opportunity.” The proposal outlines a balanced, seven-step approach to fix America’s broken immigration system by moving
A Better Wisconsin Together: Frequent absentee voter Tom Tiffany refuses to stand up for constituents’ right to vote by mail
MADISON, Wis. — Republican Congressman and gubernatorial candidate Tom Tiffany is once again refusing to protect his constituents’ right to vote. In a moment of true bipartisanship, Wisconsin Republicans and Democrats united this week against a Trump Administration proposal that baselessly attacks
Tiffany campaign: Tiffany launches fourth statewide ad highlighting healthcare price transparency, property tax relief, and government accountability
WAUSAU, WI – Congressman Tom Tiffany, candidate for governor, today announced the launch of a new seven-figure statewide advertising campaign across television, streaming, and digital platforms. The new ad, titled “Breakfast with the Tiffanys,” serves up Tom Tiffany’s common-sense plan to
Wisconsin Conservation Voters: Wisconsin Conservation Voters releases 2025-26 legislative scorecard
MADISON – Wisconsin Conservation Voters released its 2025-26 Conservation Scorecard, tracking how state legislators voted on key environmental, public health, and voting rights bills during the recent legislative session. The scorecard highlights how fair legislative maps, which increased constituent accountability,
Outagamie County Exec. Nelson: Statement on Paul Farrow’s passing
Outagamie County Executive Thomas Nelson issued the following statement on the untimely passing of Waukesha County Executive Paul Farrow: “I am devastated by the news of the passing of Waukesha County Executive Paul Farrow. He was a public servant of
Door County Land Trust: Land trust announces matching challenge for possible 16th nature preserve
Door County, WI – The Land Trust is launching a $25,000 matching challenge to double the amount of donations made as part of a $750,000 private fundraising campaign for a newly proposed 338-acre nature preserve. This project would protect an important
Gov. Evers: Gov. Evers, WisDOT announce over $2.3 million to support maritime infrastructure in Green Bay, Manitowoc, Milwaukee, Menasha and Racine
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), today announced more than $2.3 million in annual payments through the Lift Bridge Aids (LBA) program will go to five Wisconsin cities to help maintain 10 lift bridges across the state, helping local communities maintain and operate eligible lift bridges to support and
Wisconsin Right to Life: Wisconsin Right to Life statement on the passing of Paul Farrow
Wisconsin Right to Life is deeply saddened by the passing of Waukesha County Executive Paul Farrow. Throughout his years of public service, Paul was known as a principled leader who approached his work with conviction, humility, and a sincere commitment
Ducks Unlimted and Groundswell Conservancy: Ducks Unlimited, Groundswell Partner to protect nearly 2,000 acres along Wisconsin’s Lower Sugar River
MADISON, Wis. (July 8, 2026) — Ducks Unlimited (DU) and Groundswell Conservancy have partnered to permanently protect nearly 2,000 acres along the Lower Sugar River in Rock County, Wisconsin. This marks one of the most significant land conservation efforts in
WisDems: Whine Wednesday: Van Orden’s Twitter use wrapped
MADISON, Wis. — Van Orden has had quite the head-spinning week as evidenced by his 128 tweets. From ANTIFA conspiracies to bad AI, you can find all the highlights (or lowlights) of Van Orden’s online presence this past week below. DVO’S DADDY
Dept. of Justice: Wisconsin DOJ joins amicus brief in United Farm Workers v. United States Department of Labor to protect wages for domestic and H-2A farmworkers
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) is joining a coalition in filing an amicus brief supporting the United Farm Workers’ (UFW) motion for summary judgment seeking to permanently enjoin the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) from applying its 2025
WisDems: ICYMI: Steil needs to abandon his vote suppression efforts
MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, reporting from the Associated Press on new ACA enrollment numbers revealed that since the passage of the Big Ugly Bill and the GOP’s refusal to continue ACA funding, roughly 45,000 Wisconsinites have lost coverage under the ACA. Every member of
Milwaukee County Supervisor Taylor: Supervisor Steve F. Taylor issues statement on the passing of Waukesha County Executive Paul Farrow
MILWAUKEE — Milwaukee County Supervisor Steve F. Taylor issued the following statement regarding the passing of Waukesha County Executive Paul Farrow, who died Tuesday after a battle with cancer. “Paul Farrow was a fearless leader whose dedication to public service made a