Milwaukee County Exec Crowley: Nearly 160 organizations across Wisconsin call for investment in Milwaukee County Courthouse Complex
MILWAUKEE – Nearly 160 organizations across Wisconsin have formed a coalition and signed a letter urging State legislators to support Milwaukee County’s efforts to re-envision and invest in a modern public safety facility as part of its Courthouse Complex. The full
Bryce campaign: Returns to congressional race swinging – Rattling Trump rubberstamp Steil amid Social Security & healthcare fears
CALEDONIA, WI. – Randy Bryce came out swinging Tuesday in announcing his return to the First Congressional District race – rattling millionaire incumbent Congressman Bryn Steil. Here’s a wrapup of some of the early accounts of Bryce’s return to grassroots
Milwaukee Jewish Federation: Annual antisemitism audit reports category spike
MILWAUKEE — Wisconsin’s reported antisemitic incidents still reflect a cumulative increase of 459% since tracking began in 2015, according to the 2024 Audit of Antisemitic Incidents released today by the Jewish Community Relations Council of the Milwaukee Jewish Federation. Although overall reporting
Marquette University: New Marquette Law School Poll national survey finds overall approval of Trump immigration policies, disapproval of handling of job on tariffs and the economy
New Marquette Law School Poll national survey finds overall approval of Trump immigration policies, disapproval of handling of job on tariffs and the economy – Marquette Law School Poll… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have
U.S. Sen. Johnson: Joins U.S. Sen. Scott, colleagues in introducing resolution celebrating National Charter Schools Week
WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.) and 20 of their colleagues in introducing a resolution to celebrate National Charter Schools Week and recognize charter schools’ success in the academic landscape. Charter schools continue
Rep. Tusler: Hosts budget listening sessions
MADISON – Representative Ron Tusler (R-Harrison) issued the following statement ahead of this weekend’s budget listening sessions. “I am looking forward to meeting more of my constituents this weekend and hearing about their concerns in this year’s state budget. Budget
DCCC: Wisconsin Public Radio: Derrick Van Orden backs SNAP cuts that “would be the largest cut in the program’s history”
New reporting from Wisconsin Public Radio is spotlighting how Derrick Van Orden’s vote to slash the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) would jeopardize food access and raise costs for approximately 700,000 Wisconsinites, 60% of which are families with children. Van Orden made a promise to Wisconsinites
Rep. Clancy: Applauds successful public effort to stop anti-protest bill
MADISON, Wis. – Today, the Republican leadership of the Wisconsin Assembly’s Committee on Judiciary released the full agenda for tomorrow’s executive session, notably dropping AB 88 from consideration. AB 88, described by bill author Rep. Shae Sortwell as an “anti-riot”
WisDems: Deal final blow to Musk’s short-lived and disastrous political spending career
MADISON, Wis. — After spending over $25 million in his failed attempt to buy himself a Supreme Court seat, Elon Musk is taking a step back from spending in politics. His disastrous involvement led, in part, to Schimel losing by 10 points to now
Marquette University: Education professor awarded Fulbright Specialist Award
MILWAUKEE — Dr. Gabriel Velez, associate professor of educational policy and leadership in Marquette University’s College of Education, has been awarded a Fulbright Specialist Award to serve as an expert consultant at Corporación Universitaria Santa Rosa de Cabal in Risaralda (UNISARC),
Rep. Hysell: Responds to Judiciary Committee removing Assembly Bill 88 from executive hearing agenda
MADISON-After a contentious May 7th hearing, the Assembly Committee on Judiciary dropped Assembly Bill 88 from consideration, removing it from the Executive Hearing agenda. Assembly Bill 88 would create a new criminal and civil penalty for “rioting,” but was widely
Child Advocacy Centers of Wisconsin: Congratulates Representative Patrick Snyder on receiving National Children’s Alliance Champions of Children state advocacy award
[Madison, WI] — Child Advocacy Centers of Wisconsin proudly congratulates Representative Patrick Snyder (R–Schofield) for receiving the Champions for Children State Advocacy Award by the National Children’s Alliance (NCA). This national honorrecognizes state policymakers who demonstrate exceptional leadership in strengthening
Wisconsin Conservation Voters: Statement on destructive reconciliation bill moving in the U.S. House of Representatives
MADISON – Ahead of a planned 1 a.m. ET Wednesday committee vote to move the Republican-led massive reconciliation bill to the House floor, Wisconsin Conservation Voters released the following statement from Federal Government Affairs Manager Casey Hicks: “This extreme and
DCCC: Derrick Van Orden facing “a lot of backlash” after asking Veterans Affairs secretary to “cut the VA”
After Raw Story reporting revealed that Derrick Van Orden “called for the Trump administration to implement cuts at the Department of Veterans Affairs,” Van Orden is “receiving a lot of backlash” for his dangerous agenda that threatens Wisconsin veterans’ access
Reps. Piwowarczyk, Knodl: Waukesha and Washington County Assembly Republicans submit budget amendment to add assistant district attorney positions
Waukesha & Washington Counties – State Representatives Jim Piwowarczyk and Dan Knodl, along with other area representatives, submitted budget amendments to provide critical prosecutorial support by adding 10 Assistant District Attorney (ADA) positions in Waukesha County and 2.6 ADA positions
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Hits RFK, Jr. on devastating cuts to clinical trials, cancer and Alzheimer’s research at Senate hearing
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) questioned Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. at a Senate hearing on why his agency has dramatically stopped research for lifesaving cures and clinical trials for cancer, Alzheimer’s
Wisconsin Technology Council: ‘WisBiz: The Show’ features Kevin Boggs of Medical College of Wisconsin; previews upcoming events
MADISON, Wis. – The latest episode of “WisBusiness.com: The Show” features Kevin Boggs, director of the Office of Technology Development at the Medical College of Wisconsin. He discusses how campus innovation can lead to better diagnostics and therapies to help people. The
Waukesha County Assembly Republicans: Submit budget amendment to add assistant district attorney positions
Waukesha County – Today, State Representatives Adam Neylon, Scott Allen, Barbara Dittrich, Cindi Duchow, Dan Knodl, Dave Maxey, Jim Piwowarczyk and Chuck Wichgers submitted a budget amendment to add 10 positions to the Waukesha County District Attorney’s Office. The proposal
Garcia campaign: Response to Ben Wikler’s recent endorsement in the DPW chair race
Contact: William Garciawww.williamgarcia.uswilliam@williamgarcia.us608-667-6760 I remain committed to my vision of building and growing DPW by emphasizing strong county parties and empowering grassroots organizers across the state. This path is the best way to ensure victory in 2026. Fundraising is vital but
Wisconsin Dairy Products Association: Congratulates Sarah Hagenow, 78th Alice in Dairyland
MADISON, Wis. — The Wisconsin Dairy Products Association (WDPA) proudlycongratulates Sarah Hagenow of Poynette on being named Wisconsin’s 78th Alice inDairyland. “Alice in Dairyland plays a vital role in telling the story of Wisconsin agriculture, anddairy is at the heart