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MADISON, WI — The Transgender Parent and Nonbinary Advocacy Caucus released the following statement in response to the recent decision to no longer provide gender affirming care for minors in the state of Wisconsin: “Wisconsin values include fairness, compassion and

Washington, D.C. – Ten days after Trump’s health care premium hikes beganhitting working families’ pocketbooks, he showed the American people that he still doesn’t understand their most basic needs. On Sunday, Trumpthreatened to veto a bill that would restore Affordable

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Fond du Lac, WI — State Representative Jerry O’Connor (R- Fond du Lac) released the following statement in support of Assembly Bill 840, which recognizes the growing role of data centers in the modern economy while ensuring their impacts are managed

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Derrick Van Orden will temporarily miss votes beginning Monday, January 12, 2026, as his wife undergoes a scheduled surgical procedure. Rep. Van Orden’s district and Washington, D.C. offices will remain open and fully operational to continue serving the

MADISON, Wis. — Today, a new report came out highlighting Maria Lazar’s extreme stance on abortion, revealing that she would support a federal heartbeat law—which would ban abortion at roughly six weeks. The report also notes that Lazar praised the overturning of Roe v.

On Friday, Republicans in the Wisconsin Legislature introduced legislation that restricts how renewable energy can be used to power data centers, raising concerns about higher costs and unnecessary limits on clean energy development. In response, Evergreen Action State Advocacy Director Courtney Brady released the

MADISON – Legislation authored by Sen. Rob Hutton (R–Brookfield) to ensure employers have the tools they need to continue offering quality, affordable health insurance benefits for their employees was approved by a Senate committee on Friday. The legislation, Senate Bill 703, addresses

MADISON, WI – Representative Alex Dallman (R-Markesan) released the following statement regarding the introduction of Assembly Bill 840 (AB 840) relating to requirements for data centers. “I signed on as a co-sponsor of Representative Zimmerman and Senator Quinn’s bill to ensure

CONTACT: Todd Novak, novak4assembly@gmail.com Dodgeville, WI – Rep. Todd Novak will seek re-election in 2026. During his time in the Assembly, Todd has proven himself a strong advocate and independent voice for the district. Voters know they can trust Todd to

MADISON, Wis. — On Friday, a new report detailed Rep. Derrick Van Orden’s blatant flip-flop on the Affordable Care Act. Van Orden only voted with Democrats to continue ACA tax credits after they had already expired and Wisconsinites saw their health care costs

MADISON, Wis. — Right-wing judge and Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate Maria Lazar has once again been caught spewing an anti-abortion agenda. At a recent event, Lazar confirmed her opposition to abortion rights and discussed the possibility of a new abortion ban in

Milwaukee – WUWM 89.7 – Milwaukee’s NPR (WUWM), Wisconsin Public Radio (WPR) and WXPR announced today that they have entered a partnership to share news content among the three stations. WUWM, WPR and WXPR will share reporting on issues vital

For the last year, Democratic and Progressive organizers have been mounting press conferences, protests, rallies and other actions in order to try to force Rep. Derrick Van Orden to protect ACA subsidies and prevent insurance premiums in the district from

Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01), Chairman of the Committee on House Administration, introduced the Stop Insider Trading Act. This legislation prohibits Members of Congress, spouses, and dependent children from purchasing publicly traded stocks. The Stop Insider Trading Act also requires

SS4A Grant Funds Would Support Projects Anticipated to Save Lives Along Corridors of Concern MILWAUKEE – Today, County Executive David Crowley announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) has awarded Milwaukee County with the third-largest Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Grant in the federal program’s 2025 funding cy… Please log

Non-Profit launches website, billboard and more! Franklin, WI – The National President of Forward Latino, a national non-profit, non-partisan, service and advocacy organization headquartered in Franklin, Wisconsin this morning formally launched its “The Lord Knows When We Look Away” campaign

Deadline to apply: Feb. 15, 2026  The Wisconsin State Patrol is looking for new troopers to serve in communities across the state. Applications are only accepted during the annual recruitment period which begins today and ends on Feb. 15, 2026.

Since 2007 WisconsinEye has led the way to keep state government transparent, honest, and accountable. The network is an independent, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that relies on charitable investments to fulfill its mission of public service. For the past 18 years,

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds the public to take advantage of its annual Winter Free Fishing Weekend Jan. 17-18, 2026 and share the fun and excitement of winter fishing. Winter Free Fishing Weekend gives families,