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MADISON—Today, State Rep. Shelia Stubbs endorsed Judge Ben Jones for election to a full term in Dane County Circuit Court, Branch 1.  Rep. Stubbs (AD-78) joins Assembly colleagues Rep. Francesca Hong (AD-76) and Rep. Lisa Subeck (AD-79) in endorsing Judge Jones. WI Supreme Court Justice

Madison, WI — Wisconsin’s grocery industry remains essential in keeping families fed and communities strong especially during the first few weeks of November following brief uncertainty surrounding FoodShare (SNAP) funding. To clarify, FoodShare benefits remain active and fully usable at all

MILWAUKEE — Ronald Wright, Needham Yancey Gulley Professor of Criminal Law at Wake Forest University, will deliver Marquette University Law School’s Barrock Lecture on Criminal Law, titled “The Place(s) for Localism in Criminal Law and Enforcement,” on Thursday, Nov. 13,

MADISON, WI – This morning, Legislative Republicans held a hearing to discuss school consolidation plans for rural Wisconsin. After years of starving our public schools of necessary funding and forcing tax-payers to pick up the slack, what is the Republican response; close the schools,

One City Schools has once again earned high marks as the state of Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) released its annual school performance report cards today. One City’s elementary and middle schools are being recognized for “exceeding expectations,” a

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers and First Lady Kathy Evers invite the public to contribute ornaments for this year’s “Tribute to Our Troops” holiday tree at the Executive Residence to honor all those who have served or are currently serving in the nation’s Armed Forces.

WASHINGTON — In honor of Veterans Day, Congressman Tony Wied (R-WI) announced the introduction of the Supporting Troops’ Access to Recognition Services (STARS) Act, legislation that will ensure continued in-person DEERS/RAPIDS services for those who have served our country. This bill

Bayfield, Wis. (Nov. 11, 2025) – Danielle Thralow sees humor in just about everything. The Duluth, Minn.-based comic carries a notebook with her at all times, ready to jot down anything that makes her laugh – a snippet of overheard conversation, a

Acuity announced that S&P Global Ratings (S&P) reaffirmed the insurer’s A+ credit rating. In its reaffirmation, S&P noted Acuity’s combination of a very strong business risk profile and financial risk profile. In particular, S&P highlighted that robust capital is Acuity’s

MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Today, Rep. Darrin Madison (D-10) announced a new 2% Rate Cap bill to cap residential energy bills in Wisconsin at 2% of household income, a tool to directly address the spiraling costs of energy for households in

WAUSAU, WI– Today, retired radiologist and active member of her community, Gillian Battino, announced her campaign for Wisconsin’s 29th State Senate District. For more than 20 years, Gillian and her husband have lived and worked in Central Wisconsin, and raised their

Delafield, Wis. – The Institute for Reforming Government (IRG) released the following statement following the release of 2025 district and school report cards using a lenient formula, resulting in no Wisconsin school districts being rated 1 star. The new report

Madison, WI – Today, two bills authored by Representative Cindi Duchow (R-Delafield) were recommended for passage by the Assembly Committee on Education. Assembly Bill 51 would require the Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA) to adhere to the state’s open records

Madison, WI – Rep. Scott Allen (R-Waukesha) is hosting an upcoming “Beer with Scott” on Thursday, November 20th from 6-7 P.M. at the Foxx View Lanes located at 2440 W Sunset Dr, Waukesha, WI 53189. The event will be BYOB (Buy Your Own Beer). 

MADISON, WI – Tax filing season may be several months away, but AARP Foundation Tax-Aide sites in cities across Wisconsin are already seeking volunteers who want to serve their communities by providing free tax-filing help to those who need it most.

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) today announced that Wisconsin ranked number one throughout the country for the most prescription medications collected during the fall 2025 Drug Take Back collection. Wisconsin collected 53,498 lbs. of unwanted medications this

Madison, WI—With millions of veterans facing food cuts and homelessness in winter, carpenter and small business owner Brett Hulsey called on Congress to finish the job and their Constitutional duty to “Pay Debts” to veterans, workers and vital programs. “My

MADISON, Wis. – As the holiday season approaches, the Something Special from Wisconsin™ (SSfW) program can help consumers choose products for meals or gifts that support local Wisconsin businesses. The red and yellow SSfW logo is a quick, reliable way to identify

MADISON, Wis. – As Wisconsin weighs 47 new data-center proposals, questions about power supply, infrastructure and local economic impact will take center stage at the Tech Council luncheon Tuesday, Nov. 25, in Madison. Panelists will address the significant energy consumption tied

MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development today announced the 2025 recipients of the Vets Ready Employer Initiative, commending businesses across Wisconsin that provide support to veterans and their families, increase veteran hiring rates, and boost the Wisconsin workforce. A