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Critical programs supporting small businesses and technology innovation set to end this month unless reauthorized by Republican-controlled Congress MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers sent a letter to the Trump Administration and every member of Wisconsin’s Congressional delegation urging federal leadership to support reauthorizing the U.S. Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Small Business Innovation Res… Please log in

(Washington, D.C.) – Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-WI) has introduced the Fair and Accountable IRS Reviews Act to protect taxpayers and restore integrity to the IRS penalty process by requiring that all proposed penalties be reviewed and approved by the issuing employee’s immediate supervisor

MADISON, Wis. – Today, on the first day of Hispanic Heritage Month, the state announces the formation of the Wisconsin Hispanic Legislative Caucus, a newly established coalition of Latino state lawmakers including Representative Priscilla A. Prado (D-Milwaukee), Representative Amaad Rivera-Wagner (D-Green

After Trump Administration recklessly undermines medical professionals and access to safe and effective vaccines, governor directs whole-of-government response to protecting vaccine access statewide to keep kids, parents, families, and seniors, among others, safe MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today signed

Washington, D.C. – Today, Protect Our Care is releasing a new report detailing the Republican war on the American health care system as they threaten a government shutdown so that they can end health insurance tax credits for working people and

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) introduced legislation that prohibits federal funding for entities that employ individuals who condone and celebrate political violence and domestic terrorism. The introduction of this legislation comes after multiple accounts of individuals making

MADISON – The John K. MacIver Institute for Public Policy expresses deep concern over Wisconsin’s troubling performance in the recently-released 2025 Meyers Report – Elections Rules Review – International Voting Survey. The report, which assesses election integrity and administrative practices across states and

With the Long-Time Support and Endorsement of New Politics, AmeriCorps Alumni James Talarico and David Crowley Launch Historic Statewide Campaigns  WASHINGTON D.C. (September 15, 2025) — New Politics, an organization that recruits, develops, and elects leaders across the political spectrum with

Pumpkin carving, apple pressing, horse-drawn fall color wagon rides and more seasonal traditions await during this weekend of family-friendly fun GREENBUSH, Wis. – Revel in the sights, sounds and flavors of fall at Wade House’s annual Autumn Celebration weekend, returning

Wausau, WI – Today, State Senator Pat Testin (R-Stevens Point) and State Representative Scott Krug (R-Rome)—joined by JD Smith Head of Business Development for Arch Electric and Rick Beyers, a local landowner and community solar advocate—introduced proposals to allow community solar programs in

When his D.C. party bosses say “jump,” Derrick Van Orden asks “how high.” An opinion piece from the president of the Western Wisconsin Building Trades is exposing Van Orden’s vote to gut energy tax credits so he could give tax breaks

Governor warns Wisconsin Congressional delegation that President Trump’s budget will gut programs aimed at lowering energy bills, improving access to affordable housing, and investing in local community and economic development MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, in a letter to every member of Wisconsin’s Congressional delegation, urged bipartisan opposition to President Donald Trump’s proposed FY26&n… Please

WHITEFISH BAY, Wisc. — On Monday, Bill Berrien, a former Navy SEAL, a manufacturing CEO, and candidate for governor, issued the following statement after Democrat State Representative Kelda Roy announced her campaign for governor.  “Wisconsin families rejected Kelda Roy’s extreme, far-left

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced that her and Senator Dan Sullivan’s (R-AK) bipartisan bill to better protect Wisconsin’s lakes, the communities around them, and people who use them passed unanimously in the Senate. The bill, the Harmful

Program is part of statewide coalition that aims to develop workforce,reduce recidivism Menomonie, Wis. – University of Wisconsin-Stout plans to expand its career-focused, polytechnicapproach to education this fall through the launch of a bachelor’s degree program at StanleyCorrectional Institution. The

MILWAUKEE – Today during a public health briefing at ThriveOn King, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley recognized September as Suicide Prevention Month in reaffirming the County’s commitment to breaking the stigma around mental health, expanding access to care, and supporting every

Van Orden has explicitly said Democrats, Democratic organizations such as the DCCC and DNC, George Soros, and the Media are responsible for the murder of Charlie Kirk. MADISON, Wis. — Since the horrific murder of Charlie Kirk, Wisconsin’s third Congressional district

MADISON, Wis. – Today the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) launched new consumer protection outreach toolkits in partnership with the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions and the Governor’s Council on Financial Literacy and Capability. These toolkits contain downloadable materials

Opportunity Wisconsin’s new ad campaign shows how Van Orden will be paying more to celebrate his birthday today thanks to tariffs he supported PRAIRIE DU CHIEN, Wis. – As Congressman Derrick Van Orden celebrates his birthday today, his budget is