A Better Wisconsin Together: Calls on lawmakers to protect Social Security amid attacks from Trump and Wisconsin Republicans
MADISON, Wis. — On the 90th anniversary of the Social Security Act, and just weeks after Wisconsin’s Republican delegation in Congress voted to pass Trump’s budget bill that poses a serious threat to the program, A Better Wisconsin Together is calling on Wisconsin
Strnad campaign: Ryan Strnad to make official campaign announcement and enter the 2026 WI gubernatorial election as a Democrat
His announcement will be held on Wednesday, August 20 th at 2:00pm and should last for no more than 10 minutes. The location of the announcement will be at Mitchell BOULEVARD Park (not to be confused with Mitchell Park) and
National Republican Congressional Committee: 90 years later, Derrick Van Orden is protecting our seniors’ Social Security benefits
Today marks 90 years since the Social Security Act was signed into law. Thanks to President Trump and Derrick Van Orden’s One Big Beautiful Bill, the vast majority of senior citizens will pay NO TAX on their Social Security benefits. “Derrick Van
Wisconsin Building Trades Council: Union-Led apprenticeship programs continue to break records, drive workforce development
MADISON, WI – As the number of enrolled apprentices continue to rise across Wisconsin, union-led programs remain the gold standard in preparing Wisconsin’s next generation of skilled workers and delivering the workforce backbone that the state’s economy demands. Union apprenticeship programs
Rep. Miresse: Applauds bipartisan lawmaking
Madison, WI — Last week, Governor Tony Evers signed several bipartisan bills into law, nine of which Representative Miresse Co-Authored or Co-Sponsored. Some of the newly signed laws include: Act 17 – Adjusts the scope of Advanced Practitioner Registered Nurses by allowing them
Rep. Hysell: Applauds Governor Evers’ veto of Assembly Bill 87
MADISON- Last week, Democratic Governor Tony Evers vetoed Assembly Bill 87, a bill that would have created additional barriers to restoring Wisconsinites’ right to vote following the completion of court-ordered sentences. In response, Rep. Hysell (D- Sun Prairie) released the
U.S. Rep. Grothman: Responds to Rep. Delia Ramirez’s overwhelming loyalty to Guatemala
(Washington, D.C.) – Congressman Glenn Grothman (WI-06) issued a statement in response to Rep. Delia Ramirez’s recent comments in Mexico City, where she described herself as “a proud Guatemalan before an American.” “It is deeply troubling to see a sitting member of
Gov. Evers: Requests FEMA support to assess and respond to storm damage in Wisconsin
Governor requests FEMA support after initial damage review suggests Wisconsin will exceed threshold required to receive federal aid and assistance MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced he is submitting a request for FEMA, the Federal Emergency Management Agency, to assist the state in conducting a formal federal preliminary damage assessment of damage caused by recent extreme storms and
UW-Whitewater: Is a title sponsor for the 13th annual Discover Whitewater Series
WHITEWATER – August 13th, 2025 – The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater renews their title sponsorship for the Discover Whitewater Series (DWS): Half Marathon, 5K, and Half Marathon Teams event! The University has supported the event ever since its inaugural race in
Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty: Trump tax bill creates major opportunity to expand educational opportunities for Wisconsin families
The News: WILL unveiled a new report detailing how Wisconsin can unlock a major stream of education funding for Wisconsin families – all at no expense to the state. The opportunity comes from the recently enacted “One Big Beautiful Bill Act”
UW-Green Bay: Athletics names former Packers President and CEO Mark Murphy as its inaugural executive in residence
Green Bay, WI —The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay announced today that former Packers President and CEO Mark Murphy is joining the Phoenix as its inaugural Executive in Residence. Murphy will have an office in the Kress Events Center Athletics offices
Rodriguez campaign: Community leaders across Wisconsin endorse Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez for governor
Only declared Democratic candidate quickly building broad coalition of support ahead of 2026 election MADISON, WI—Lt. Governor Sara Rodriguez, the only declared Democratic candidate for Governor of Wisconsin, today announced her second wave of endorsements from community leaders across the
Dept. of Natural Resources: Eligible hunters: sign up for fall gun deer hunt for hunters with disabilities
Deadline To Apply Is Sept. 15 Thousands of acres of land are available for this year’s hunt, which will take place Oct. 4-12, 2025. Eligible hunters should contact sponsors directly to participate in the 2025 hunt. / Photo Credit: Wisconsin DNR MADISON,
Wisconsin Dairy Alliance, Venture Dairy Cooperative: Court rules that Wisconsin Dairy Groups’ suit against Attorney General Kaul can move forward
Wednesday, August 13, 2025: Last Friday, the Calumet County Circuit Court ruled that a lawsuit brought by the Wisconsin Dairy Alliance and Venture Dairy Cooperative against Attorney General Kaul can move forward. The court rejected the Attorney General’s request to
State Senate Democratic Committee: Mike Van Someren announces campaign for Wisconsin’s 33rd Senate District
DELAFIELD, WI – Mike Van Someren, lifelong Wisconsinite, attorney, husband, father of two, and former Badger lineman has officially launched his campaign for State Senate in Wisconsin’s 33rd District. In a video announcement on TikTok, Van Someren shared why he’s stepping up
Cooke campaign: ICYMI: The Cap Times: As GOP abandons rural Wisconsin, will Democrats step up?
Rep. Van Orden’s record shows he’s fighting for the ultra-rich, not Western Wisconsin EAU CLAIRE, Wisc. – In today’s The Cap Times column, John Nichols highlights the strong contrast between Rebecca Cooke’s plans to provide economic opportunity for Western Wisconsin and Congressman Derrick
Wisconsin Technology Council: Incoming Tech Council president Brickerman featured Sept. 18 at W·O·M·E·N reception
MADISON, Wis. – Former partner with gener8tor and incoming Wisconsin Technology Council president Maggie Brickerman will speak Thursday, Sept. 18 at the annual W•O•M•E•N reception in Madison. Brickerman will talk about her background, her vision for the future of the Tech Council and more during
Dept. of Natural Resources: Seeking public input on Franklin Lake walleye rehabilitation project
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to meet with DNR staff and partners in person on Wednesday, Aug. 27, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the VFW post in Eagle River, Wisconsin, for a public
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Humane officer training offered September 22-26 in Madison
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) invites those seeking appointment as humane officers and certified law officers seeking training in handling animal welfare complaints to join DATCP for the 2025 Humane Officer Training Program.
Dept. of Natural Resources: Help count migrating chimney swifts this fall
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and the Wisconsin Chimney Swift Working Group are seeking volunteers to participate in Swift Night Out to count chimney swifts between mid-August and early September. Monitoring chimney swift populations helps us