Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce: Reacts to DPI report cards
MADISON — Yesterday, the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction released Wisconsin’s 2024-2025 school report cards, the first report cards since Wisconsin State Superintendent Jill Underly radically shifted standards. According to DPI, 94% of Wisconsin schools meet or exceed expectations. This data is
Schoemann campaign: Announces Secure Elections Agenda
WEST BEND — Josh Schoemann today announced his Secure Elections Agenda, a series of reforms to the state’s elections laws highlighted by a plan to abolish the state elections commission and to move all statewide elections to November. The four pillars
Milwaukee County Exec Crowley: ICYMI: County Executive Crowley, Chairwoman Nicholson-Bovell approve 2026 county budget
The 2026 Adopted Budget protects essential services, invests in critical infrastructure, and maintains stability in the face of shifting financial realities MILWAUKEE – Last week, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley and Milwaukee County Board Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson-Bovell approved the 2026 Adopted Budget, as
NFIB Wisconsin: Wisconsin governor vetoes bills that would help small businesses
Pro-Small Business Legislation was Supported by NFIB MADISON, WI (November 12, 2025) – Governor Tony Evers recently used his veto pen to prevent bills to reform the unemployment insurance program and protect consumers’ access to gas-powered engine sales from becoming law.
Wisconsin Conservative Energy Forum: To host Wisconsin Nuclear Energy Day November 19th
Madison, Wis. – The Wisconsin Conservative Energy Forum (WISCEF) invites legislators, staff, and interested members of the public to join them Wednesday, November 19th for Wisconsin Nuclear Energy Day, a free event diving deeper into the discussion of nuclear energy
Rave campaign: Union builder and Ho-Chunk leader Rodney Rave launches campaign for Congress in WI-03
BLACK RIVER, Wis. — Today, Rodney Rave, a lifelong western Wisconsin resident, union operating engineer, and former Ho-Chunk Nation legislator, announced his campaign for Congress in Wisconsin’s 3rd District. Rave is running to lower costs for working families, expand healthcare access, and
Wisconsin Owns Wellbeing Collaborative: Announces five safety net strategy sessions in 2026
[Madison, WI] – The Rural Wisconsin Health Cooperative (RWHC), the Wisconsin Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (WAFCC), and the Wisconsin Primary Health Care Association (WPHCA), in partnership with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, are launching the Wisconsin Owns
Toney campaign: Key law enforcement association backs Eric Toney for attorney general
Fond du Lac, Wis. — November 12, 2025 — Today, Fond du Lac County District Attorney Eric Toney announced the endorsement of the Milwaukee Police Association, the union representing police officers in Wisconsin’s largest city. “The Milwaukee Police Association is honored
Tiffany campaign: Milwaukee Police Association endorses Tom Tiffany for governor of Wisconsin
MILWAUKEE, WI – Today, the Milwaukee Police Association (MPA) formally endorsed Tom Tiffany for Governor of Wisconsin. The endorsement was announced at the Milwaukee Police Association headquarters. “The Milwaukee Police Association is honored to endorse Tom Tiffany for Governor. During these
Dept. of Workforce Development: Health care employers encouraged to apply for Wisconsin Fast Forward training grants
MADISON – The Department of Workforce Development (DWD) announced today that a new round of grant funding is available to Wisconsin’s health care sector employers to help train workers and fill critical workforce needs. The $2.25 million in grant funds
Wisconsin Historical Society: Journey to Wade House for a Christmas celebration straight out of the history books
A weekend filled with holiday activities of the past plus a new Wade House Christmas Field Trip for students highlights the festive season GREENBUSH, Wis. — Experience the warmth and wonder of a traditional 19th-century holiday at A Wade House Christmas, held Dec.
Wisconsin Policy Forum: Wheel tax revenues keep rolling
By the end of 2025, nearly half of all Wisconsinites will be required to pay a fee to their municipality or county to register their vehicle. Some communities implemented these fees a few years ago and already are considering raising
ReadyWisconsin: November 17-21 is Winter Weather Awareness Week in Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. – As temperatures begin to drop and winter approaches, now is the time to be prepared for the upcoming season. To help Wisconsin plan for the months ahead, Winter Weather Awareness Week in the state is Nov. 17-21.
Jones campaign: Rep. Shelia Stubbs endorses Judge Ben Jones for Dane County Circuit Court, Branch 1
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
Wisconsin Grocers Association: From checkout to community: Wisconsin grocers giving back
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
Marquette Law School: Barrock Lecture to discuss “localism” in the context of criminal law and enforcement, Nov. 13
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,
State Senate Democratic Committee: Legislative Republicans hold meeting on closing rural schools
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: Outperforms peers, once again receives incredibly high marks for academic growth
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
Gov. Evers, First Lady: Invite military families to share ornaments for 2025 Tribute to Our Troops tree at executive residence
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.
U.S. Rep. Wied: Honors Veterans Day with STARS Act
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