La Follette School of Public Affairs: New UW-Madison undergrad major in public policy with focus on civil dialogue to debut in fall 2026
MADISON, Wis. – The La Follette School of Public Affairs at the University of Wisconsin–Madison will officially launch its new undergraduate major in public policy – the first of its kind in Wisconsin – in fall 2026. Students will be able to earn
Gov. Evers, Dept. of Transportation: Announce $14 million in latest round of grants for electric vehicle charging stations across the state
NEVI program funding continues after successful multi-state lawsuit against Trump Administration MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), today announced 26 additional locations will receive grant awards totaling $14 million in federal funding to build electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in Wisconsin. Supported throu…
U.S. Rep. Moore: Endorses Brett Timmerman, KeJuane Jennings, Brady Coulthard, Marissa Nowling, Patricia Ruiz-Cantú, and Eddie Phanichkul for Milwaukee County Democratic Party leadership
Congresswoman Gwen Moore endorsed Brett Timmerman, KeJuane Jennings, Brady Coulthard, Marissa Nowling, Patricia Ruiz-Cantú, and Eddie Phanichkul for Milwaukee County Democratic Party leadership. She released the following statement: “Leaders are caving in Washington. There’s money for everything except the families
Tiffany campaign: Releases statement after video confirms illegal alien South American crime ring operating in Wisconsin
WAUSAU, WI – Tom Tiffany, candidate for Governor of Wisconsin, released the following statement after the Mequon Police Department confirmed that an illegal alien crime ring from South America is operating in Wisconsin. This same group is tied to more than a dozen
Helmenstine campaign: Announces campaign for Wisconsin State Treasurer
BLUE MOUNDS, Wis. – Surrounded by friends, neighbors, and local leaders at his family’s farm, Dylan Helmenstine announced his campaign for Wisconsin State Treasurer. A rural school board member, Black Earth village trustee, and president of the local EMS district, Helmenstine
Voces de la Frontera: Applauds Palmyra and Kenosha community victories against 287(g) agreements
(Milwaukee, November 14th, 2025)—Voces de la Frontera celebrates today’s decision by the Palmyra Village Board and Police Department to withdraw their application for the 287(g) “task force” agreement with ICE. This reversal comes after sustained community organizing and principled opposition from residents
Association of Wisconsin School Administrators: Recognizes Mequon-Thiensville’s Elizabeth Streubel as Wisconsin Elementary Associate Principal of the Year
MADISON, WI — The Association of Wisconsin School Administrators has recognized Elizabeth Streubel as its 2026 Wisconsin Elementary Associate Principal of the Year. Streubel serves as assistant principal of Wilson Elementary in the Mequon-Thiensville School District. She is known for her
Wisconsin Foundation, Alumni Association: UW now live — the growing U.S.-China rivalry and nuclear risk
MADISON, WI (November 14, 2025) — Arguably, few things have shaped the “America First” policy agenda more than the growing U.S.-China rivalry. Concerns about boundaries in the South China Sea, threats to Taiwan’s independence, and the AI arms race are all fueling tensions.
DNC War Room: WI Republican gubernatorial candidate Tom Tiffany suggests young Americans should get “barebones” health insurance
Yesterday, Republican gubernatorial candidate in Wisconsin, Tom Tiffany, suggested that young Wisconsinites get “barebones” health insurance. Tiffany’s comments come on the heels of his vote for a government funding bill that does not extend critical ACA health care credits that over 270,000 Wisconsinites rely on. Thanks
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Keeps up pressure to extend health care tax breaks with three stops in Wisconsin
WISCONSIN – Today, Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) wrapped up another week on the road with stops in Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay to highlight how the expiration of Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits will devastate Wisconsin families and small businesses. The 275,000 Wisconsinites who
Dept. of Transportation: To present Beltline study summary report
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is conducting a Beltline Planning and Environment Linkages (PEL) study to identify potential long‑term solutions to address safety, accessibility, operational, and infrastructure concerns on approximately 20 miles of US 12/14/18/151 (Beltline) extending from US 14 in
Rep. Melotik: Presents legislative citation to Grafton High School teacher Nic Fullington for national award
Today, Representative Paul Melotik and Representative Dan Knodl visited Grafton High School to present Nic Fullington with a legislative citation in recognition of his recent honor as a 2025 Harbor Freight Tools for Schools Prize for Teaching Excellence winner. Fullington,
Protect Our Care Wisconsin: Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley and Milwaukee area small business owners joined to discuss ACA open enrollment period as Trump-GOP health care crisis continues
MILWAUKEE, WI – Today, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley and Milwaukee area small business owners Lori McDonald and Kara Pitt-D’Andrea joined Protect Our Care Wisconsin to discuss the ongoing Trump-GOP health care crisis as the Affordable Care Act (ACA) open
Marquette Law School: Poll to release results of national surveys on federal government shutdown, Trump administration, U.S. Supreme Court, Nov. 19-20
MILWAUKEE — The Marquette Law School Poll will release the results of its national survey of public opinion, over two days, Nov. 19-20, via written releases. Charles Franklin, director of the Marquette Law Poll, will also present results of the
WisDems: ICYMI: Tom Tiffany doesn’t have a plan for Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. — Since announcing his run for governor, Tom Tiffany has been desperately avoiding questions on his plans for Wisconsin and new reporting from CBS58 shows why—Tiffany doesn’t have one. Recently, Tiffany used a flimsy excuse to duck the first candidate
Rep. Jacobson: Speaker’s Task Force on Rulemaking announces public hearing in Wausau
MADISON, WI – The Assembly Speaker’s Task Force on Rulemaking will be holding a public hearing on Thursday, November 20th at Northcentral Technical College to hear testimony on the rulemaking authority wielded by state bureaucrats. As the Chair of this Task Force,
UW-Green Bay: $1 Million gift opens doors for STEM students
GREEN BAY, Wis. — The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay is proud to announce a transformative $1 million scholarship gift from alumnus Dr. Paul J. Schilling ’82, aimed at expanding access to STEM degrees for high-achieving students with financial need. The
Sen. Roys: Rejects Republicans’ attempted rebrand
MADISON — Last week, Sen. Howard Marklein and Rep. Jessie Rodriguez circulated legislation attempting to paper over their anti-choice, anti-IVF record. They also underscored that Republicans have no idea how to solve problems — their answer to everything is just
Association of Wisconsin School Administrators: Recognizes Shorewood’s Amanda Jamerson as Wisconsin High School Associate Principal of the Year
MADISON, WI — The Association of Wisconsin School Administrators has recognized Amanda Jamerson as its 2026 Wisconsin High School Associate Principal of the Year. As associate principal at Shorewood High School, Jamerson has served as a strong leader in cultivating a
Dept. of Natural Resources: Celebrates Wisconsin Recycling Excellence Award winners ahead of America Recycles Day
MADISON, Wis. – In honor of America Recycles Day on Saturday, Nov. 15, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announces the winners of the 2025 Wisconsin Recycling Excellence Awards. Wisconsin’s recycling law bans certain materials from the trash and establishes a