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MADISON – Create Wisconsin, the state’s community cultural development organization,  applauds Gov. Tony Evers for proposing investments in the state’s creative economy in his 2025-27 biennial budget. The Governor’s commitment to supporting the growth and development of creative enterprise will

WECA Press Release Gov Exec Budget Reax 02 2025Download… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please contact schmies@wispolitics.com for subscription options on the WisPolitics-State Affairs platform, which is the new home for WisPolitics subscriber

Janesville, WI – Today, Congressman Bryan Steil announced a letter requesting that the Trump Administration take action to block a proposed Biden-era rule that would eliminate jobs and service opportunities available to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Steil made the announcement during a visit to KANDU Industries

Madison, Wis. – Today, Department of Administration (DOA) Secretary Kathy Blumenfeld announced the appointment of Jennifer Vandermeuse as DOA Chief Legal Counsel effective March 9, 2025. Vandermeuse most recently served as Assistant Attorney General and Criminal Appeals Unit Director for the

MADISON, WI: As part of the Governor’s 2025-2027 budget proposal, the Office of the Secretary of State is championing key investments to modernize government services, improve efficiency, and enhance the security of Wisconsin’s official records. Decade-old funding restrictions have left

MADISON, Wis. — New reporting from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel today revealed that extreme right-wing politician Brad Schimel has put himself up for sale to the most extreme bidder, begging far-right megadonors like Elon Musk and Dick Uihlein to break out their checkbooks to

MADISON – On Tuesday, Governor Evers proposed his budget for the upcoming two years. Evers’ plan would include tax hikes on manufacturers and a significant increase in government spending. In response to the proposed budget, Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce’s Scott Manley

Yesterday, Governor Evers proposed a budget for the next two fiscal years, initiating a dialogue onseveral priorities for town government and town citizens. The WTA appreciates the Governor’s supportfor several critical local government programs, including transportation infrastructure funding, andsupports further

MILWAUKEE  – The Southeastern Wisconsin Schools Alliance (SWSA) applauds Governor Tony Evers’ state budget that prioritizes K-12 public education, emphasizing his commitment to student achievement and well-being.  “As Governor Evers said last night, current school funding is not sustainable for

[MADISON, WI] – Gathering Waters: Wisconsin’s Alliance for Land Trusts applauds Governor Tony Evers’ proposal to reauthorize the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program with robust funding of $100 million annually over the next decade. This investment will give land trusts and partners

MADISON, Wis. – Local election officials across Wisconsin reported no significant issues in the Spring Primary on Tuesday, setting the stage for the upcoming Spring Election on April 1. “We are always pleased when things run smoothly across the state,”

WIPTA statement on 2025 exec budgetDownload… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please contact schmies@wispolitics.com for subscription options on the WisPolitics-State Affairs platform, which is the new home for WisPolitics subscriber products. Username or

Madison, WI – Representative Dan Knodl (R-Germantown) released the followingstatement in response to Governor Evers’ 2025 Budget Address: “Governor Evers’ budget address held few surprises: increasing the size of government,raising taxes to fund new government programs, and expanding an already

CWIA Statement on Governor Evers Budget 2.19.25Download… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please contact schmies@wispolitics.com for subscription options on the WisPolitics-State Affairs platform, which is the new home for WisPolitics subscriber products. Username

MADISON, Wis. — The results are in — over 80% of WisGOP Farm Team candidates are advancing to the Spring General Election.  “I am grateful for all of the hard work our team of candidates, grassroots activists, and staff have done

TDA Statement on Governor’s Budget 2.19.25Download… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please contact schmies@wispolitics.com for subscription options on the WisPolitics-State Affairs platform, which is the new home for WisPolitics subscriber products. Username or

Madison – Representative Nancy VanderMeer (R-Tomah) released the following statement on Governor Evers’ 2025-27 biennial budget address: “Our governor has proven himself over and over to be an inept financial manager incapable of grasping how to balance the state’s checkbook. What

MADISON, Wis.—Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman today announced the appointment of John Chenoweth as interim chancellor of UW-River Falls. Chenoweth, currently the provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs of UW-Whitewater, replaces Michael V. Martin. The appointment is effective

(MADISON, Wis) – On the evening of Tuesday, February 18th, Governor Evers gave his 2025 Budget Address before a joint session of the Wisconsin Legislature, outlining his legislative priorities for the 2025-2027 budget cycle. Rep. Margaret Arney (Milwaukee/Wauwatosa) released the following