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Internal polling shows Shankland outperforming Cooke in head-to-head matchup against Van Orden STEVENS POINT, WI – General election polling for Wisconsin’s 3rd Congressional District shows that voters give State Representative and Democratic candidate for Congress Katrina Shankland an edge after learning about

MADISON, Wis. – A Lincoln Hills School staff member died Tuesday night from injuries he sustained in an assault at the school Monday. Corey Proulx, 49, had returned to serve as a youth counselor at Lincoln Hills School last spring

MADISON, Wis. — This morning, a new op-ed from the Cap Times editorial board highlights Tammy Baldwin’s work to restore and defend reproductive freedoms in the wake of the two-year anniversary of the Dobbs decision overturning Roe v. Wade. While detailing Tammy’s fierce pro-choice

MADISON, WIS. – Timothy M. O’Shea, United States Attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin, announced that David Beyer, 66, Janesville, Wisconsin, was sentenced yesterday by Chief U.S. District Judge James D. Peterson, to 3 years of probation for theft of social security retirement benefits. Beyer pleaded guilty to the

(Madison, WI) Rep. Michael Schraa (R-Oshkosh) was notified about the death of a Department of Corrections (DOC) employee following the assault on two youth counselors at Lincoln Hills. “My prayers go out to the family of the deceased staff member. This

Divided government often means bold policy ideas go by the wayside. But even when different parties control the executive and legislative branches, we should be able to agree on some basic priorities that those we work for worry about every

This week, to mark the two-year anniversary of Donald Trump overturning Roe v. Wade, Senator Elizabeth Warren crisscrossed the Badger State to highlight the threat Trump poses to reproductive freedom. During the two-day tour, Senator Warren spoke to voters, volunteers, activists,

For Immediate ReleaseContact: Katie Rousonelos – dmawempio@widma.gov – 608-242-3239 MADISON, Wis. – Fireworks, barbeques, and parties often commemorate Independence Day. During these Fourth of July celebrations, ReadyWisconsin urges everyone to prioritize safety and responsibility. “Have fun celebrating while keeping safety in mind,”

The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) has prepared a legal action against the Marinette School District for unlawfully wasting taxpayer dollars on an unused, vacant school building that is no longer operational. Despite being offered the

MADISON, Wis. – If you are covering Senator Bernie Sanders’ visit to Mount Pleasant today, please consider the following statement from WisGOP Spokesperson Matt Fisher: “With high costs continuing to plague the economy, the last person Wisconsinites want to hear from

MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, the Washington Post reported on comments from Eric Hovde made about the Black community during an interview with 101.7 The Truth radio on Juneteenth in Milwaukee. Hovde suggested he understands Black culture because he has spent time in Africa and runs “homeless shelters

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that a new web mapping application is available for people to learn about public lands in Wisconsin and plan their next outdoor adventure. The Public Access Lands application is

MENASHA, Wis. – Today, Don Merkes, who served as the mayor of Menasha for sixteen years,  announced his endorsement of Duane Shukoski for the 53rd Assembly District:  “I am proud to endorse Duane Shukoski and his campaign to represent the

MADISON – Wisconsin Conservation Voters is proud to announce its first round of endorsements for the 2024 General Election on Nov. 5.  Executive Director Kerry Schumman said this of the endorsements: “This is one of the most important elections in

MADISON, Wis. – Fireworks are a staple during Independence Day celebrations, but setting off fireworks can come with the potential for serious eye injuries. In 2023, 19% of fireworks injuries were eye injuries, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission. In

Wisconsin – Yesterday, a bipartisan collection of former elected officials, helped to launch the Democracy Defense Project in Wisconsin. Democracy Defense Project will work to defend the transparency, safety, security and validity of Wisconsin’s elections system. Democracy Defense Project Wisconsin board members

EAU CLAIRE, Wisc. – A recent survey of likely general election voters in Wisconsin’s 3rd Congressional District finds incumbent Derrick Van Orden extremely vulnerable ahead of November 2024.  Van Orden starts the race with a four-point advantage –within the margin of

Wisconsin — The Wisconsin Muslim Civic Alliance (WMCA) is proud to announce its first round of endorsements for the upcoming 2024 fall elections.  WMCA has carefully evaluated candidates across various levels of government, including state assembly, state senate, and congressional

Oak Creek, WI – On June 29th at 3pm, the Milwaukee Anti-war Committee (MAC)  will rally at Astronautics Corporation of America headquarters in Oak Creek, WI as a part of the National Week Against Weapons called for by the Anti-War

Sunday, July 14Helene Zelazo Center for the Performing Arts2419 E. Kenwood Blvd. Milwaukee Doors open at 1:00   Program 2:00-6:00 “We All Belong” is MICAH’s campaign to protect democracy, reject white Christian nationalism, and build the Beloved Community. MICAH (Milwaukee Inner-city Congregations