Democratic Governors Association: Statement on Scott Walker declining to run for governor of Wisconsin
DGA spokesperson Izzi Levy released the following statement in response to Scott Walker’s announcement that he will not run for governor of Wisconsin again: “Even political opportunist Scott Walker knows he can’t defend his failed record of attacking workers, stripping
State Senate Democratic Committee: ICYMI: Senate Dems are gunning for the majority and they have the candidates, the map, and the support to win
MADISON, WI – From Prairie du Chien to Wauwatosa, Senate Democrats are spreading their message of supporting Wisconsin families and putting Republicans on notice that their days in the majority are numbered. In the last few weeks, we have seen two
U.S. Sen. Baldwin, Colleagues: Call for answers on Gaza Humanitarian Foundation and violence against starving people in Gaza
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined 20 of her Senate colleagues in pressing the Trump Administration for answers on the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), calling on the Administration to immediately cease funding for GHF and restore support for
U.S. Rep. Steil: Announces listening session
Janesville, WI – Today, Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) announced he will hold his next in-person listening session on Thursday, July 31, 2025. The listening session will be moderated by WCLO’s Tim Bremel. The listening session is free and open to residents of
WisDems: Bill Berrien continues to tout support for tariffs and the Big Ugly Bill as he grovels for Trump’s endorsement
MADISON, Wis. — Late last week, Bill Berrien doubled down on his support for the tariffs that have been raising everyday prices for Wisconsinites, as well as the Big Ugly Bill that could jeopardize health care for roughly 270,000 Wisconsinites. Berrien, ignoring the devastation
Dept. of Workforce Development: State’s first Dental Assistant Registered Apprenticeship program launches
Program is latest earn-while-you-learn solution aimed at workforce shortages MADISON – Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD) launched the state’s first Dental Assistant Registered Apprenticeship program on Friday, July 25, at Martin Dental in Altoona, Wis. The program is the
Dept. of Natural Resources: Concludes efforts to trap black bear involved in Barron County attack
COMSTOCK, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has concluded efforts to trap the black bear involved in a recent attack in Barron County. The sow and cub involved have not been observed since the attack. The DNR, in
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection: Accepting applications for Producer-Led Watershed Protection Grants through September 12
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting applications for 2026 Producer-Led Watershed Protection Grants through September 12, 2025. These grants are awarded to producer-led groups to help support and advance producer-led conservation
Dept. of Natural Resources: Investigating boat explosion in Pierce County
PRESCOTT, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is investigating the cause of an explosion of a boat engine that caused the ejection of all 11 passengers on board into the Mississippi River near Prescott in Pierce County on
Dept. of Justice: Officer involved death investigation in De Pere, Wis.
DE PERE, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is conducting an officer involved death investigation in the City of De Pere, Wis. that occurred on the morning of Saturday, July 26, 2025. At
Crowley campaign: Statement on Gov. Tony Evers’ decision
CONTACT: info@crowleyformke.com MILWAUKEE — Today, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley released the following statement regarding Governor Tony Evers’ announcement that he would not seek a third term: “Governor Tony Evers has been a steady, principled leader during some of the most
Democratic National Committee: In the States: Democrats dial up pressure campaign against Republicans, holding them accountable for gutting health care and attacking voting rights
This past week, the DNC launched a nationwide billboard campaign highlighting Trump’s attacks on rural Americans’ health care and hospitals. House Republicans’ disastrous billionaire-first budget is a massive betrayal of their constituents, leaving hospitals at risk of shutting down and
Rep. Stubbs: AG Kaul, Ms. Sheena Scarbrough hold press conference to announce introduction of Missing and Murdered African American Women and Girls Task Force bill
MADISON, WI – Today, Representative Shelia Stubbs was joined by Attorney General Josh Kaul, Ms. Sheena Scarbrough, and numerous advocates for the reintroduction of the Missing and Murdered African American Women and Girls Task Force bill, which would establish a
Rep. Vining: Honors the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act
MADISON–Tomorrow marks the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, which prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities. Rep. Robyn Vining (D-Wauwatosa) released the following statement: “The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law on July 26th, 1990,
Rep. Vining: Thanks Gov. Tony Evers and First Lady Kathy Evers for their 50 years of public service
MADISON–Governor Tony Evers announced that he will not be seeking re-election when his term is up in 2026. Rep. Robyn Vining (D-Wauwatosa) released the following statement: “I am deeply grateful to Governor Evers and First Lady Kathy Evers for their
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Demands Trump Admin stop withholding funding for labs that protect food supply to prevent disease spread and price hikes
Stopping testing at these labs risks outbreak and spread of diseases like bird flu, disruption in food supply chain, and higher costs at the grocery store WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) is leading her colleagues in demanding that the
Dept. of Natural Resources: Applications for 2026 Upriver Lakes sturgeon spearing season due Aug. 1
OSHKOSH, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources reminds sturgeon spearers that the deadline to apply for an Upriver Lakes spearing tag for the 2026 sturgeon spearing season is Aug. 1, 2025. Due to the higher harvest rate associated with
Opportunity Wisconsin: Next Week: Town halls with Rep. Mark Pocan, Rep. Gwen Moore, and Secretary of State Sarah Godlewski
Congressman Pocan will join Third District town hall as Van Orden continues to hide from tough questions, and Congresswoman Moore will attend Racine town hall to answer questions from Steil’s constituents on the Republican Tax Law Next week, Opportunity Wisconsin
Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee: Derrick Van Orden is top 13 most vulnerable Congressman in the country
Van Orden ranked #13 most vulnerable Congressman in the country in National Journal’s 2026 House Power Rankings The National Journal’s first 2026 House Power Rankings listed WI-03 as one of the most competitive races next November, spelling BIG trouble for Derrick Van
Disability Rights Wisconsin: Responds to executive order on homelessness
Disability Rights Wisconsin joins in condemning yesterday’s executive order expanding the use of involuntary commitment for people experiencing homelessness, including those with psychiatric disabilities. This directive threatens the rights, dignity, and autonomy of some of our state’s most vulnerable residents,