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KENOSHA – Today, Rep. Tip McGuire received the Outstanding Legislator Award from the Wisconsin Counties Association for his work on behalf of county government during the 2021-22 session. The WCA Outstanding Legislator Award is handed out biennially to a choice

LA CROSSE — Today, State Senator and nominee for Congress Brad Pfaff announced that the Jewish Democratic Council of America (JDCA) has endorsed his campaign to bring homegrown western Wisconsin values to Congress. “I’m proud to have the endorsement of

The News: Today, Judge Michael Kenitz signed an alternative writ, commanding the Wisconsin Parole Commission (WPC) to immediately release the public records to news outlet, Wisconsin Right Now; or, show up in court, explaining why the commission cannot comply.  Last week, the Wisconsin Institute

MADISON, Wis. – On Monday, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reported that Attorney General candidate Eric Toney wouldn’t rule out prosecuting abortion cases under the state’s pre-Roe abortion ban, even in cases of rape or incest. With Toney’s endorsements and repeated promises to

WEST ALLIS, Wisc. – According to Tony Evers, the buck never stops with him. As Wisconsinites discover the brutal murderers, child rapists, and wife decapitators released by his Parole Commission, the absentee governor has been quick to claim that he has no influence over paroles. Simultaneously, Evers

MADISON — Last week, Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes, Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate, launched his “Ron Against Roe” tour, holding Senator Ron Johnson accountable for working to rip away reproductive freedoms for Wisconsinites. This week, Barnes launched a new ad highlighting Johnson’s support

Registered apprenticeship program reaches highest participation since 2001 MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD), today announced that Wisconsin has surpassed 15,000 participants in the Registered Apprenticeship program—the highest participation rate in the program in

MADISON, Wis. — The 115th Fighter Wing’s final F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft departed Oct. 5, following a sendoff ceremony commemorating their 30-year service at Truax Field. Col. Bart Van Roo, commander of the Wisconsin Air National Guard’s 115th Fighter Wing,

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), announced 72 community transportation projects across the state will receive federal funding over the next five years through WisDOT’s Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP). More than $35 million will be allocated

MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Today, Fond du Lac County District Attorney and law enforcement’s choice for Attorney General, Eric Toney, demanded that Josh Kaul release redacted DOJ organizational charts so that the people of Wisconsin can see just how much he’s defunded

Fort Atkinson, Wisc. – RALLY FOR VRUWINK — The public is invited to attend a campaign rally and fundraiser for Don Vruwink, candidate for re-election to the Wisconsin State Assembly, District 33, on Saturday, October 22, from 12noon to 1:00pm at the Democratic

MADISON, Wis. — The Dairy Business Association, Wisconsin’s leading dairy advocacy group, today endorsed Tim Michels for governor, Eric Toney for attorney general and numerous candidates for the Legislature in the November election. Key to the association’s support for Michels

MADISON – The League team recently concluded a series of fall regional meetings in River Falls, Ashwaubenon, Mount Pleasant, Dodgeville, Merrill and Port Edwards, highlighting how the broken system of funding local governments is taking a toll on essential local services.

Washington, D.C.  – Yesterday, Mandela Barnes came out in favor of abortion up until the moment of birth. According to the Eau Claire Leader Telegram, “in questions with the media after the session, Barnes rejected the idea of a timeframe cap where abortion would

Today, County Executive Parisi announced that community based organizations can now apply for the Partners in Equity Racial Equity and Social Justice (RESJ) Grant. The Partners in Equity Grant Program supports Dane County based community groups that propose to use

WASHINGTON — U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) announced that his staff will be available for mobile office hours at the times and locations listed below. These office hours give constituents the opportunity to meet with Sen. Johnson’s staff to request assistance with

MADISON, Wis. – As Ron Johnson tries to outrun his dangerous stance on abortion, there are a number of questions Wisconsinites deserve answers to:  Do you stand by your cosponsorship of legislation that banned all abortions even in cases of rape

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and Friends of Aztalan State Park invite the public to celebrate the 75th anniversary of Aztalan State Park at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 8. The celebration will include speakers, tours, cake and

Franklin, WI – Forward Latino, a non-partisan, non-profit service and advocacy organization issued the following statement following the ruling by the Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit on the legality of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival (DACA) program.