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DELAFIELD, WI: Today, the Institute for Reforming Government provided guidance for journalists and legislators as they put DPI under the microscope for lowering test score standards for students. What Happened: New test scores for Wisconsin K-12 schools, released last week by DPI,

Green Bay, WI— According to third-quarter FEC reports published Tuesday, Wisconsin’s 8th District Democratic nominee, Dr. Kristin Lyerly, has a substantial cash advantage over her opponent, Tony Wied. The Lyerly campaign had a record-breaking third quarter, raising more than any candidate has

WASHINGTON – Congressional Leadership Fund, the super PAC endorsed by Speaker Mike Johnson and House Republican Leadership, announced an additional $12 million in new ad reservations in key House races. These additions will run in battleground offensive and defensive races and

Minocqua, WI – Yesterday, Kirk Bangstad, owner of Minocqua Brewing Company, was arrested by the Oneida County Sheriff’s Department on two counts of “misdemeanor defamation,” pursuant to an almost never used, and likely unconstitutional state criminal statute. Bangstad was detained in

MADISON, Wis. — In the final weeks of the election, WisDems will be highlighting Eric Hovde’s extreme agenda for Wisconsin, and how his policies would be disastrous for Wisconsinites. The seventh edition will look at Hovde’s plan to cut funding for law

Wisconsin voters have a number of critical choices to make at the ballot box this November. The U.S. Presidency, political control of the U.S. Senate, U.S. House of Representatives and the Wisconsin Legislature are all up for grabs. But also

WISCONSIN – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) called on the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to provide immediate assistance for Wisconsin farmers impacted by the sudden closure of Pure Prairie Poultry, which has left poultry farmers in Wisconsin staring down

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This week, the DNC launched a new billboard ad in Wisconsin to continue to call out Jill Stein as a spoiler candidate for Donald Trump. The billboard reminds voters that Jill Stein is unapologetic about helping to hand the White

On October 16th and 23rd voters will have a chance to hear candidates’ stances on issues impacting small businesses and residents in Northeast Wisconsin in the 30th and 18th State Senate races. Main Street Alliance (MSA) is hosting roundtable events

Madison, WI – October 16, 2024 – With less than one month before election day, Hispanic Federation, Centro, FWD Latino, Voces de La Frontera are gathering in Madison on Thursday October 17 at 11AM to mobilize eligible Latino voters to the polls. Working together, the groups

JANESVILLE, WISCONSIN — Today, the Steil for Wisconsin campaign announced over $3.1 million cash on hand in the final three weeks of the 2024 cycle. Congressman Bryan Steil’s campaign reported that Steil raised over $1.4 million for his committees in the

MADISON, Wis. — With new, fair legislative maps, Wisconsin Democrats have a real shot at winning a majority in Madison this November and putting an end to Republican games that have held our state back.  Democratic candidates are getting their message out

School counselors provide a variety of services for students in the prekindergarten to grade 12 setting, supporting both students’ mental health and academic achievement. However, ongoing challenges across the nation to recruit, hire and retain qualified school counselors have caused

WI-08 Republican Nominee Tony Wied Releases First TV Ad: “Problem Solver” De Pere, WI – Republican nominee for Wisconsin’s 8th Congressional District Tony Wied today released his first TV ad for the general election highlighting his background as a small business owner

Madison, Wis. – Today, with 20 days until Election Day, the Strong Schools, Strong Community campaign is announcing its third and final student co-chair. Tasha Noel, a junior at Capital High School, will help lead the campaign along with a deep bench of

WISCONSIN – Police Leaders for Community Safety, a national nonpartisan organization of law enforcement leaders, today announced its endorsement of Tammy Baldwin for reelection to the U.S. Senate. This endorsement reflects Senator Baldwin’s commitment to public safety, law enforcement, and upholding

(MILWAUKEE) — Milwaukee Public Schools’ (MPS) Office of Interscholastic Athletics & Academics did not file the necessary paperwork for the football teams from Bay View High School and Pulaski High School to move between divisions before the 2024 season began. This oversight

MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, Lieutenant Governor Sara Rodriguez, Senate Minority Leader Dianne Hesselbein, and State Senate candidate Jodi Habush Sinykin held a roundtable discussion with voters in the 8th Senate District about the perilous state of reproductive freedoms in Wisconsin under a

MADISON — Following news that Wisconsin has a budget surplus of $4.6 billion, State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly today released a statement calling for investment in public education. “The news that Wisconsin has a budget surplus of more than $4.5 billion