Crawford campaign: In new low, Schimel lobs derogatory attacks at five justices—then scurries from questions
MADISON, Wis. — Brad Schimel has a history of saying one thing in public, and a different thing behind closed doors. But new reporting from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel today uncovered Schimel lobbing derogatory and disqualifying attacks, both behind closed doors and in
Crawford campaign: New ad: Judge Crawford has looked out for people her entire life
MADISON, Wis. — Today, Judge Susan Crawford’s campaign for the Wisconsin Supreme Court launched “Who I Am,” a new ad highlighting Judge Crawford’s upbringing in Chippewa Falls. Growing up, Judge Crawford’s sister was born with special needs, and Susan became her
Gov. Evers: Sends letter to former Wisconsin Congressman now U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Duffy urging immediate action to prevent uncertainty, delays for Wisconsin infrastructure projects
Governor urges Transportation Secretary Duffy to support Wisconsin infrastructure, address delays and threats to funding for projects across Wisconsin MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers released a letter sent to former Wisconsin Congressman and now U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) Secretary Sean Duffy
Underly campaign: Demonstrates leadership and deep policy knowledge in forum, while lobbyist Brittany Kinser struggles to defend her record
MADISON – In tonight’s forum, State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly made clear why she is the only candidate qualified to lead Wisconsin’s public schools, while Lobbyist Brittany Kinser struggled to defend her misleading attacks and refusal to stand up for
Wisconsin AFL-CIO: Statement on Superintendent of Public Instruction forum
Wisconsin AFL-CIO President Stephanie Bloomingdale released the following statement in response to tonight’s forum between Dr. Jill Underly and education consultant Brittany Kinser: “The Wisconsin AFL-CIO is proud to endorse Dr. Jill Underly for Superintendent of Public Instruction in Wisconsin.
Crawford campaign: New ad: Brad Schimel doesn’t trust women
MADISON, Wis. — Today, Judge Susan Crawford’s campaign for the Wisconsin Supreme Court launched “What’s At Stake,” a new ad highlighting how Brad Schimel doesn’t trust women to make their own healthcare decisions—and if Brad Schimel wins, women’s right to make
Wisconsin AFL-CIO: Stands in solidarity with United Auto Workers Local 291 Workers on strike at Cummins in Oshkosh
(Oshkosh, Wisconsin) — On March 18, members of the United Auto Workers Local 291 union went on strike for a fair and just union contract at Cummins in Oshkosh. The UAW represents approximately 90 workers at the off highway axles and T-Cases manufacturer.
Kinser campaign: Strongly condemns false attack ad by A Better Wisconsin
MADISON, Wisc. – On Wednesday, Amy Loudenbeck, Campaign Manager for Brittany Kinser’s campaign for DPI Superintendent, released the following statement strongly condemning a new attack ad that attempts to defame Kinser with an outrageous narrative filled with grossly misconstrued and fabricated
Weekly GOP radio address: The need for public safety
Hi, I’m Representative Bob Donovan and I represent the 61st Assembly District. The 61st Assembly District encompasses portions of the City of Greenfield, Milwaukee, and Franklin: in addition to all of the Village of Hales Corners and Greendale. I want
Dept. of Revenue: Collections, February FY2025
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Opportunity Wisconsin: NEW: Rep. Van Orden dodges another in-person town hall, opts for screened Zoom questions instead
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. – Congressman Derrick Van Orden is once again refusing to meet his constituents at an in-person town hall tomorrow, scheduling a registration-only Zoom meeting at the same time and asking constituents to submit their questions ahead of time.
WisDems: ICYMI: Far-right Supreme Court candidate Brad Schimel spreads false election conspiracy theories
MADISON, Wis. — From the familiar comforts of conservative talk radio yesterday, far-right politician Brad Schimel took a page out of election-denier Eric Hovde’s playbook and spread debunked election conspiracy theories about nonexistent voter fraud in Milwaukee. Schimel’s comments drew immediate rebuke from a bipartisan group
Gov. Evers: And WisDOT announce $6.3 million in transportation aids for seniors, individuals with disabilities
MADISON — Gov. Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), today announced over $6.3 million in funding to 58 agencies across the state through the Specialized Transit Program to improve local transportation services for seniors and individuals with disabilities. The joint federal and state pro… Please log in to access subscriber content. If
Rep. Palmeri: Votes “No” on Assembly Bill 24
MADISON, WI – Yesterday, the Wisconsin State Assembly heard AB 24, relating to: county sheriff assistance with certain federal immigration functions. Rep. Palmeri released the following statement: “Assembly Bill 24 is not only redundant legislation, but it also eliminates local
Dept. of Workforce Development: January local employment and unemployment data released
MADISON – The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development today released U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates of employment and unemployment statistics for metropolitan areas, major cities, and counties in Wisconsin for January 2025. In brief, the nonseasonally adjusted data for
Dept. of Transportation: US 51 construction project in Stoughton scheduled to begin March 24
Work to reconstruct US 51 between Spring Road and 5th Street in Stoughton, Dane County, is scheduled to begin on Monday, March 24. Other improvements include reconstructing the existing 2-lane urban section of US 51 to include a travel lane and
Sen. Spreitzer and Rep. Roe: Recognize Endosalpingiosis Awareness Month
MADISON – State Senator Mark Spreitzer and State Representative Ann Roe are recognizing March as Endosalpingiosis Awareness Month. This session, Sen. Spreitzer and Rep. Roe introduced 2025 Senate Joint Resolution 12/Assembly Joint Resolution 13 to designate March as Endosalpingiosis Awareness
U.S. Sen. Johnson: And Grassley continue to fight for unredacted Crossfire Hurricane interview transcripts
WASHINGTON – On Monday, Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations Chairman Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) and Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) sent a letter to Attorney General Pamela Bondi and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Kash Patel requesting their offices take immediate action to
U.S. Rep. Steil: To hold third telephone town hall of the year
Janesville, WI – Congressman Bryan Steil announced he would be holding a telephone town hall on Monday, March 24th, at 5:00pm CT. This will be Congressman Steil’s third telephone town hall of the year. He has also hosted four in-person town halls this year. “One of my
WisDems: REMEMBER: Brad Schimel called Wisconsin’s 1849 abortion law “valid”
MADISON, Wis. — During last week’s debate, far-right candidate Brad Schimel doubled down on his extreme record opposing reproductive freedom. Brad Schimel has worked hard to dismantle reproductive freedom in Wisconsin—and we know he won’t change his stripes now. Brad Schimel confirmed