Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty: Warns WI Supreme Court not to legitimize arbitrary executive power
The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) has filed an amicus brief in the Wisconsin Supreme Court on behalf of the Brown County Taxpayers Association. Governor Evers attempted to alter a bill that authorized increases to the
Quinnipiac University: Swing state polls — Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Wisconsin
Harris ahead in 2 key battleground states, 3rd state up for grabs. A trio of likely voter polls in the 2024 presidential race in the key Rustbelt swing states show Vice President Kamala Harris leading former President Donald Trump in
AARP Wisconsin: New poll shows tight race for president and Senate
MADISON, WI – Today, AARP Wisconsin released its second 2024 statewide election survey, demonstrating that candidates for president, U.S. Senate, and state races should pay close attention to Wisconsinites ages 50 and older. Ninety percent of voters ages 50 and older
Wisconsin State Senate Democratic Committee: Republican State Senator Rob Stafsholt responsible for delinquent tax warrant, totaling nearly $80k
MADISON, Wis – In June of 2024, the Wisconsin Department of Revenue filed a delinquent tax warrant against State Senator Rob Stafsholt, totaling $78,424.06, for failing to pay income tax. The tax warrant case can be viewed here. Senate Democratic Leader
A Better Wisconsin Together: State survey results highlight child care crisis in Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. — The results of a survey of Wisconsin child care providers, conducted by the state Department of Children and Families, finds up to 33,000 Wisconsin children are not being served due to staffing shortages. Providers also reported 48,000 children were on
Dept. of Natural Resources: Help stop the spread of aquatic invasive species during migratory bird hunting seasons
Migratory bird hunters can help protect Wisconsin’s natural resources and stop the spread of aquatic invasive species this fall. / Photo Credit: Wisconsin DNR MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds migratory bird hunters that they are essential
Republican State Leadership Committee: Launches ‘Left’s Most Wanted’ ad campaign to make example of state Democrats in key battleground districts
Washington, D.C. – The Republican State Leadership Committee (RSLC) today announced a new paid media effort to help defend its majorities in the battleground states of Arizona, New Hampshire, and Wisconsin by going on offense against state Democrats in key bellwether districts.
Institute for Reforming Government: Files amicus brief in partial veto case
Delafield, WI – Yesterday, IRG filed an amicus curiae brief with the Wisconsin Supreme Court in LeMieux v. Evers, a case filed by Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) in April challenging the Governor’s partial veto of 2023 Wisconsin Act 19. The partial veto extended
Rep. O’Connor: Proud to Receive Endorsement of Wisconsin Fraternal Order of Police
FOND DU LAC- Representative Jerry O’Connor (R-Fond du Lac) released the following statement on receiving the endorsement of the Wisconsin Fraternal Order of Police for his reelection campaign: “I am honored to announce that I have received the Fraternal Order
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Demands USPS provide better service for Wisconsin newspapers and their readers
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) called on the Postmaster General Louis DeJoy to immediately address costly delays Wisconsin newspapers that rely on the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) are experiencing, resulting in lost revenue, customer complaints, and canceled
Dept. of Transportation: More than 800 traffic stops on the Beltline this summer through increased State Patrol enforcement
The Wisconsin State Patrol began conducting special traffic enforcement patrols on the Madison Beltline (US 12/18) in April 2024 in an effort to prevent risky driving behaviors that can lead to serious injury and fatal crashes. As a result, the
Dept. of Natural Resources: Announces 2025 Wild Turkey, Pheasant and Waterfowl Stamp Design Contest winners
Robert Leum took first place in this year’s wild turkey and pheasant design contests. / Photo Credit: Robert Leum MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the winners of the 2025 Wisconsin wild turkey, pheasant and waterfowl
National Republican Senatorial Committee: Baldwin’s bill allows her to share inside info with her Wall Street partner
Politico reports a bill Tammy Baldwin is touting that bans senators and their spouses from buying individual stocks would not apply to Baldwin and her partner because they are not married. Baldwin’s partner, Maria Brisbane, is a Wall Street financial advisor who
Dept. of Revenue: IRS appoints Secretary Designee Casey to Electronic Tax Administration Advisory Committee
The Internal Revenue Service has appointed Wisconsin Department of Revenue Secretary Designee David Casey to the Electronic Tax Administration Advisory Committee (ETAAC). Casey joins nine other appointees to serve three-year terms on the committee beginning in September 2024. Founded in
UW-Stout: Alumni awards to recognize outstanding leaders during homecoming weekend special event Oct. 25
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Milwaukee Public Schools: Be counted on Sept. 20, state’s third Friday student-count day
(MILWAUKEE) — All Wisconsin students should be punctual and present in school every day, especially on Friday, September 20, Milwaukee Public Schools says. This date marks the state’s annual count of all students, conducted on the third Friday of September. “Every
Cooke campaign: National Committee to Protect Social Security & Medicare endorses Rebecca Cooke for Wisconsin’s third congressional district
EAU CLAIRE, Wisc. — Today, Cooke for Congress announced the endorsement of the National Committee to Protect Social Security and Medicare. “Rebecca Cooke is the only candidate in this race that seniors can trust with their Social Security and Medicare,” said Max
UW-Green Bay Marinette Campus: Opens ‘The Greatest Generation,’ a photography and visual arts exhibit
Marinette, WI — Bayshore Arts Center on the UW-Green Bay, Marinette Campus is featuring a black and white photography and visual arts exhibit in the Fine Arts Gallery during the month of September. The exhibit is free and open to the public
Gov. Evers: Celebrates back-to-school season with visits to K-12 schools across the state
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers earlier this week concluded his annual statewide K-12 back-to-school tour, welcoming educators, students, families, staff, and administrators back to school for the 2024-25 school year. Earlier this month, Gov. Evers sent a back-to-school video message to educators, administrators, and staff, which is available&n… Please log in to
A Better Wisconsin Together: J.D. Vance continues to spread lies, dodge accountability in visit to Eau Claire
MADISON, Wis. — In response to GOP Senator J.D. Vance’s speech in Eau Claire today, A Better Wisconsin Together Communications Director Lucy Ripp released the following statement: “After recently admitting on national television to spreading dangerous lies about immigrants in the Midwest as