Wisconsin Supreme Court to hear appeal in lawsuit seeking new congressional map
The state Supreme Court has agreed to decide if a three-judge panel properly dismissed a lawsuit seeking a new congressional map in Wisconsin that argued the current lines are an anti-competitive gerrymander.
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: ICYMI: Baldwin wraps up week highlighting support for Wisconsin farmers, emergency responders, and lowering costs for families
WISCONSIN – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) wrapped up a week on the road talking to Wisconsin farmers about the impacts of President Trump’s Iran war and meeting with families, workers, and first responders to discuss her work to lower
Rep. Joe Sheehan: Comments on the legislative session coming to a close for the year
MADISON – With all calendar floor periods over for the year and the Wisconsin Legislature’s last special session convening on May 13th, the 2025-2026 session is now over. Rep. Sheehan comments on his first year in office: “I am honored
Milwaukee Jewish Federation: Expert financial forecaster to keynote at local Economic Forum
MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin – America’s current and future role in the global economy, the factors responsible for recessions, how Washington influences Wall Street and the markets, and a forecast for the U.S. economy over the next 18–24 months will be discussed during the
Wisconsin Electoral Socialists: Endorses Amy Donahue for WI Congressional District 4
May 26, 2026, Wisconsin — Today, Wisconsin Electoral Socialists (“WES”) announced its endorsement of Amy Donahue for Congressional District 4, which includes most of Milwaukee County. Amy Donahue will give voters in this district a democratic socialist option who supports
Rewind: Your Week in Review for May 29
On this week’s episode of “Rewind,” Wisconsin Public Radio Capitol Reporter Anya van Wagtendonk and Associated Press Capitol Correspondent Scott Bauer talk about the latest Marquette Law School poll finding widespread public support for the failed surplus deal and how the issue is playing out in the governor’s race, a Dem bill to tax payments from President Trump’s “anti-weaponization” fund at 100%, a lawsuit challenging Wisconsin’s school funding system, and more.
Toney campaign: Eric Toney submits maximum signatures to WI Elections Commission
FOND DU LAC, WI – Yesterday, Fond du Lac County District Attorney Eric Toney submitted the maximum number of nomination signatures allowed for ballot access in the 2026 Wisconsin Attorney General race. “I’m grateful to every Wisconsinite who signed my nomination
Dept. of Safety and Professional Services: Wisconsin begins offering occupational therapy compact privilege
Madison – Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) Secretary, Dan Hereth, announced this morning that Wisconsin is now offering Occupational Therapy (OT) and Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Compact privileges, becoming the eighth state to open OT Compact applications. This means
WisDems: Van Orden continues to support costly Iran war
MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday marked 3 months since Donald Trump launched an illegal war with Iran, leading to 13 service members losing their lives and skyrocketing gas prices. Derrick Van Orden has been loudly cheering on the war, begging Trump to
Dept. of Safety and Professional Services: Madison Summit to help educate groups on human trafficking
Madison, Wis. – The Wisconsin Massage Therapy & Bodywork Therapy Affiliated Credentialing Board is hosting a Human Trafficking Summit on June 2, in conjunction with the Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards (FSMTB). The one-day educational event brings together diverse groups
Dept. of Natural Resources: ATV/UTV law changes take effect June 1; review today
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) urges ATV and UTV riders to review recent law changes that take effect June 1. Numerous law changes and updates pertaining to ATV and UTV operation are detailed in the 2026 ATV/UTV
Gov. Evers: Proclaims 529 College Savings Plan Day in Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) today announced Gov. Tony Evers proclaimed May 29, 2026, as 529 College Savings Plan Day in Wisconsin. The proclamation coincides with National 529 Day and encourages students and families to explore how saving with a 529 college
Wisconsin Fair Maps Coalition: Hosts statewide rallies – Our maps, our say
WHAT: Wisconsin has the chance to secure fair maps with an Independent Redistricting Commission (IRC) and protect our multi-racial democracy. In light of the Callais decision which destroyed the Voting Rights Act, the Wisconsin Fair Maps Coalition is firing up our demand for
WisDems: ICYMI: Republican Rep. Bryan Steil takes credit for funding he voted against
MADISON, Wis. — New reporting from HuffPost exposes Bryan Steil’s attempt to claim credit for a lead-pipe reduction program funded through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act—which Steil voted against. Fortunately, this Democratic-led effort to make drinking water safer by finding and replacing lead
Dept. of Natural Resources: Find your next outdoor adventure in Wisconsin during Free Fun Weekend, June 6-7
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to head outdoors for the 14th annual Free Fun Weekend happening June 6-7, 2026. State park admission fees, fishing licenses and trail passes are waived for all visitors.