Ahsan campaign: Judicial candidate Huma Ahsan receives prominent Wis. union’s endorsement
MADISON, Wis. — A leading union has declared its endorsement of Huma Ahsan for the Dane County Circuit Court Branch 1 judicial race. Judicial candidate Ahsan has received the endorsement of the Building and Construction Trades Council of South Central
Public Service Commission: Urges customers to seek assistance before moratorium on utility disconnections ends
MADISON – The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC) urges electric and natural gas utility customers with outstanding bills to make payment arrangements or apply for financial assistance before the annual winter moratorium on disconnections for nonpayment expires on Wednesday,
U.S. Sen. Johnson: Reveals further evidence of Biden Administration downplaying COVID-19 vaccine safety risk
WASHINGTON – On Monday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), Chairman of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, sent a letter to Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), revealing yet another instance of the
Dept. of Transportation: More than 400 projects planned as WisDOT previews 2026 construction season
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) today released its 2026 construction season preview, highlighting substantial infrastructure improvements designed to modernize the state’s transportation system, enhance safety for all road users and continue to spur economic growth across Wisconsin. WisDOT has
U.S. Reps. Van Orden, Neguse: Introduce bipartisan bill to expand mental health access for farmers
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In honor of National Ag Day, Congressman Derrick Van Orden joined Congressman Joe Neguse (D-CO) to introduce the bipartisan Agriculture Access to Addiction and Mental Health Care Act, legislation aimed at improving access to mental health and addiction services for
UW-Green Bay: New $1,000 scholarship for dual-enrolled high school students announced
GREEN BAY, Wis.—Students who get a head start on college through University of Wisconsin–Green Bay dual enrollment programs will now receive a guaranteed financial boost when they continue their education at UW‑Green Bay. UW‑Green Bay has announced a $1,000 Dual Enrollment Scholarship for any
Wisconsin Policy Forum: Treatment behind bars: Medication for opioid use disorder in Wisconsin’s jails and prisons
State prisons and county jails in Wisconsin in recent years have significantly expanded access to medications for opioid use disorder for those held in their facilities, a new Wisconsin Policy Forum report finds. However, some prisons and jails do not
Rep. Tenorio: 100% Clean energy by 2050: Wisconsin lawmakers introduce landmark bill
MADISON — Wisconsin State Representative Angelito Tenorio (D-West Allis), joined by 37 fellow legislators, including Representative Tara Johnson and Senator Chris Larson, introduced legislation last week to completely decarbonize Wisconsin’s power sector by 2050. The bill, AB 1203, is the first
WisDems: Round Up: On National Ag Day Wisconsin farmers are feeling the pain from Tiffany-Trump policies
MADISON, Wis. — This National Ag Day, Wisconsin’s farm economy is bearing the burden of GOP policies that drive costs up and stifle profits. Bankruptcies are up, sales are down, and GOP candidate for governor Tom Tiffany and his allies in
Wisconsin Muslim Civic Alliance: Applauds veto of AB 672, defending free speech and civil liberties
Milwaukee, WI. March 24, 2026 — The Wisconsin Muslim Civic Alliance (WMCA) applauds Governor Tony Evers for vetoing AB 672, a dangerous piece of legislation that threatened to undermine fundamental constitutional rights and chill free speech across Wisconsin. AB 672
Wisconsin Supreme Court: Adopts uniform bar examination, expands path to practice in state
Madison, Wisconsin (March 24, 2026) –The Wisconsin Supreme Court has issued an order approving changes to the bar exam, including the adoption of the Uniform Bar Examination and a new process for transferring qualifying scores from other states. The change replaces Wisconsin’s current
WisGOP: ICYMI: Two judges, two paths: Here’s what sets the Wisconsin Supreme Court candidates apart
MADISON, Wis. — As Wisconsin voters prepare to cast ballots in the April 7th Supreme Court election, new reporting from Wisconsin Watch underscores what Republican leaders have been saying all along: Chris Taylor has a clear record of putting criminals ahead of victims, while
Clean Economy Coalition of Wisconsin: Statement on Rep. Tenorio’s 100% clean legislation
MILWAUKEE, Wis. – The Clean Economy Coalition of Wisconsin released the following statement on Rep. Tenorio’s proposal to commit the state to 100% carbon-free energy by 2050: The Clean Economy Coalition of Wisconsin welcomes efforts that move our state forward
Rep. Goodwin: Calls for immediate action following recent violence in Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI — State Representative Russell A. Goodwin Sr. released the following statement regarding recent violence in Milwaukee, calling for immediate and coordinated action to address public safety across the city: “The recent violence in Milwaukee is deeply concerning and
International Dairy Deli Bakery Association: Welcomes industry leader Abby Despins as Vice President of Education & Industry Relations
The International Dairy Deli Bakery Association (IDDBA) is pleased to announce that Abby Despins has joined the organization as Vice President of Education & Industry Relations. Despins brings nearly two decades of experience in the food industry, with a career
Bukiewicz campaign: UAW endorses Dan Bukiewicz for State Assembly
OAK CREEK, Wis. – The International Union of United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America (UAW) announced its endorsement of Oak Creek Mayor and Milwaukee Building & Construction Trades Council President Dan J. Bukiewicz in his campaign for
Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors: Adopts Supervisor Vincent’s resolution to audit employee benefits contracts
MILWAUKEE – The Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors adopted legislation requesting an audit of recent employee benefits contracts to strengthen oversight, improve compliance, and protect County finances. The resolution, authored by Supervisor Kathleen Vincent and co-sponsored by Supervisors Eckblad, Rolland,
WisDems: ICYMI: ‘A very dark cloud’: Wisconsin mom sees ACA premium more than double
MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, a mom in Derrick Van Orden’s district spoke to Spectrum News about the devastating impacts her family experiences as a result of rising insurance premiums. Republicans like Van Orden refused to extend ACA premium tax credits before they expired, driving
Marquette University: Law School poll finds majorities of registered voters still undecided in Wisconsin Supreme Court race, with Taylor leading Lazar among likely voters
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 of Wisconsin finds registered voters have begun to tune into the state Supreme Court election on April 7,
Milwaukee County Executive Crowley: Announces $1.8 million grant from the state of Wisconsin for violence prevention
MILWAUKEE — Today, County Executive David Crowley announced that Milwaukee County has been awarded $1.8 million in grant funding from Governor Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Office of Violence Prevention to address suicide prevention, firearm storage, and evidence-based violence intervention and