FRI News Summary: Crowley back Rodriguez, stops short of urging others to exit
TOP STORIES Crowley backs Rodriguez, stops short of urging others to exit… at the Milwaukee Athletic Club … he formally endorsed Rodriguez, calling her “the strongest candidate to defeat Tom Tiffany in November and stop the extreme agenda that he
Rep. Stubbs: Representative Shelia Stubbs named Conservation Champion by Wisconsin Conservation Voters
MADISON, WI – Yesterday, Representative Shelia Stubbs was named a Conservation Champion by Wisconsin Conservation Voters. Representative Shelia Stubbs (D-Madison) released the following statement: “I am incredibly honored to have been named a Conservation Champion by the Wisconsin Conservation Voters
Dept. of Natural Resources: DNR highlights accessible outdoor options for Universal Recreation Month
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to learn more about the universal recreation options available through the Wisconsin State Park System, including accessible infrastructure, adaptive equipment and sensory-friendly activities. July is Disability Pride Month
Supreme Court sides with Kaul on settlement funds, but leaves questions unresolved
The state Supreme Court today ruled Dem AG Josh Kaul has the power to deposit uncommitted settlement funds into accounts controlled by the Department of Justice rather than putting that money into the state general fund overseen by lawmakers.
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Wisconsin Soybean Marketing Board election opens July 10
MADISON, Wis. – Soybean growers in two Wisconsin Soybean Marketing Board districts have until August 15 to vote for candidates for two open seats in the 2026 election. The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting
Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin: Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin presents ‘Champion of Victims’ Rights’ Award to leading Eau Claire County crime victim advocates
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. – Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin will recognize three of Wisconsin’s leading crime victim advocates with its Champion of Crime Victims’ Rights Award, honoring professionals who have worked to strengthen the implementation and enforcement of victims’ rights in the
Gov. Evers: Read: Gov. Evers urges Congress to reject SAVE Act, protect Wisconsinites’ right to vote and Wisconsin’s fair, free, and secure elections
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers sent a letter to every member of Wisconsin’s Congressional delegation urging them to reject President Donald J. Trump’s call to pass the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, which would undermine Wisconsin’s safe, secure elections, disenfranchise voters
Dem contenders rebuff Crowley call to rally behind Rodriguez in governor’s race
David Crowley formally endorsed Sara Rodriguez for governor a day after ending his own bid, and he called on other Dems to rally around the lieutenant governor as the best bet to beat Republican Tom Tiffany this fall.
FRI AM Update: Hutton, Evers deliver radio addresses
From WisPolitics … — In this week’s GOP radio address, Sen. Rob Hutton shares his experience meeting two immigrants and the importance of American values. “One came from Lithuania. The other from Brazil. Both chose America. Both built successful lives
Berge campaign: Statement on Dr. Oz visiting western Wisconsin
“It is sad and infuriating to watch Derrick Van Orden bring this snake-oil salesman to the district to try and distract folks from the fact that he has gutted healthcare in America. Representative Van Orden thinks that we don’t understand
WisGOP: Wisconsin GOP welcomes WEC Investigation into Green Bay Clerk Celestine Jeffreys for mailing duplicate ballots
MADISON, Wis. — The Wisconsin Republican Party welcomes the Wisconsin Elections Commission’s (WEC) formal investigation into Green Bay City Clerk Celestine Jeffreys following reports of duplicate ballots being mailed to voters. While this represents an important first step toward accountability, the WisGOP
Voice of Milk: Annual Dairy Strong conference moves to Lambeau Field in 2027
GREEN BAY, Wis. — The Voice of Milk today announced its 2027 Dairy Strong conference is set to take place at a new location: Lambeau Field in Green Bay. It will kick off at the Green Bay Packers Hall of
Gov. Evers: Appoints Amy Forehand as Richland County District Attorney
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today his appointment of Amy Forehand to serve as Richland County District Attorney. The appointment fills a vacancy being created by District Attorney Jennifer Harper’s resignation. Forehand will serve for the remainder of the unexpired term
WisDems: Spectrum News: Congressman Tom Tiffany says he supports bipartisan housing legislation he didn’t vote for
MADISON, Wis. — New reporting from Spectrum News reveals that on three separate occasions, Congressman Tom Tiffany was nowhere to be found when Congress voted on recent sweeping affordable housing legislation. As the report notes, Tiffany was the only member of the Wisconsin