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MADISON, Wis. – Launch Wisconsin, formerly the Wisconsin Governor’s Business Plan Contest, is accepting entries online for the 2026 competition until 11:59 p.m. Monday, June 15, 2026.      The Wisconsin Technology Council produces the contest to encourage entrepreneurs statewide in the startup stages of … Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t

MADISON, WI – Rep. Angela Stroud (D-Ashland) announced opposition to the deal negotiated between retiring leaders Speaker Robin Vos, Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu, and Governor Tony Evers, calling the proposal “irresponsible and reckless” and warning that it fails to

MADISON, Wis. — This morning, new reporting from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel called out Derrick Van Orden for cowering from his record of cutting Medicaid. In response to constituents protesting healthcare cuts outside a private event Van Orden held in Sparta, Van Orden

LA CROSSE, Wis. — With inflation at the highest level in three years, largely driven by skyrocketing gas prices, Congressmen Derrick Van Orden and Republicans across the country are trying to shift blame and avoid accountability for their votes that continue

MADISON – Today, the Wisconsin State Assembly will pass a $1.8 billion dollar spending deal negotiated between Governor Tony Evers, Speaker Robin Vos, and Senate Majority Leader Devin Lemahieu, all of whom are in the final days before retiring from

(Green Bay, WI)  – A rousing, joyous celebration – that’s what will be happening at Green Bay Austin Straubel International Airport on Saturday evening, June 20, 2026. The public is encouraged to turn out to make the return home of the Stars

Wis. — In honor of Wisconsin veterans and the 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding, the Wisconsin Veteran Memorial Cemeteries will host events throughout May, expanding beyond traditional Memorial Day observances. This year’s Memorial Day theme, “Wisconsin Was There,” highlights

WI – Brayden Myer, Republican candidate for Wisconsin Secretary of State, has been denied the opportunity to speak at the upcoming Republican Party of Wisconsin (RPW) Convention and will not be considered for endorsement by convention delegates, despite meeting all

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WHITEHALL, Wis. –  Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin is partnering with New Horizons and the Trempealeau County District Attorney’s Office to raise awareness about the rights and resources available to crime victims through a powerful silhouette display at the Trempealeau County Courthouse. 

Madison, WI – The Wisconsin Assembly meets in special session this morning to consider LRB-6707/1, a bill negotiated between outgoing Governor Tony Evers and Republican legislative leadership that spends down the state’s current, estimated $2.3 billion budget surplus. Barring the biggest

MADISON, Wis. — New reporting yesterday from The Recombobulation Area details how Republicans are fleeing from the state legislature to avoid their costly agenda and a major Democratic defeat in November. The report outlines Republicans’ most vulnerable Assembly seats, including Shannon Zimmerman in

Oconto Falls, Wis – Attorneys representing survivors of a decades-long pattern of sexual abuse within the Oconto Falls School District issued a formal response following the District’s filing of a Motion to Dismiss. Disparti Law sees this motion as a

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking volunteers for the Karner Blue Butterfly Volunteer Monitoring Program to help survey for this endangered butterfly starting in July in select counties throughout Wisconsin. This program is a partnership between the

WI State Capitol, Madison, WI—Former State Representative, carpenter and governor candidate Brett Hulsey today called on all Wisconsin legislators to support struggling families, property taxpayers, schools, students, and special needs children. “Give us our money back!  Pass the Governor Evers and

BELMONT, Wis. – As the nation prepares to commemorate America 250, Wisconsin’s First Capitol in Belmont invites visitors to experience the birthplace of Wisconsin’s government starting May 23, when the site opens for weekend visits. The historic site – recently

MUSKEGO, WI — A federal judge today refused to block 2025 Wisconsin Act 126, a new law that bans out-of-state residents from helping Wisconsin candidates collect nomination signatures. Pete Karas, the Wisconsin Green Party candidate for Secretary of State, says

MADISON, Wis. — Madison College is launching two new artificial intelligence degree programs this fall — AI Data Specialist and GenAI Front-End Developer — to prepare students for in-demand technology careers. Learn more about opportunities in AI, cybersecurity and software development

MADISON, WIS., – This week, Democratic candidate for the 3rd CD Rodney Rave announced he was suspending his campaign. All Democrats in the Congressional District thank him for his willingness to serve and for his dedication to the people of

WAUSAU, WI – Congressman Tom Tiffany, candidate for governor, today announced a new seven-figure statewide ad campaign across broadcast, streaming, and digital platforms. The new ad, titled “Send in the Dam Man,” highlights Tiffany’s priorities to crack down on waste and