DC Wrap: WisPol panelists ask how far a Democratic wave will carry in Wisconsin
Robert Gebelhoff, a Washington Post editorial writer and opinion contributor, predicted Dem wins “across the board,” while former Dem congressman and Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett compared it to his gubernatorial run during the 2010 Republican wave elections.
Capitol Chats: Sen. Marklein says a new governor, regulators could delay new power lines
On this week’s “Capitol Chats,” Sen. Howard Marklein discusses constituent and lawmaker pushback against two proposed transmission lines that would cross his district, his thoughts on school funding issues, and what he thinks should happen with the state’s budget surplus.
State Senate Democratic Committee: In the news: Joint Finance Committee co-chair, Sen. Marklein knowingly underfunded crucial disability program
MADISON, WI – Today, the CAP Times published an article revealing that the Joint Finance Committee, led by Republican co-chairs Senator Howard Marklein and Rep. Mark Born, slashed the proposed Division of Vocational Rehabilitation budget, despite warnings that insufficient funding
U.S. Reps. Pocan, Langworthy: Introduce bipartisan COMPACT Act to end taxpayer-funded biomedical testing on dogs and cats
The most comprehensive legislation to prevent companion animals from barbaric testing practices WASHINGTON D.C. – Congressmen Mark Pocan (WI-02) and Congressman Nick Langworthy (NY-23) today announced the introduction of the Companion Animal Protection Against Cruel Testing (COMPACT) Act, the most
Wisconsin Beef Council: Wisconsin Prime Rib Trail returns for second year with 16 new stops and people’s choice
VERONA, Wis. ― After a successful first year, the Wisconsin Beef Council, in partnership with Gather Wisconsin, is bringing back the Wisconsin Prime Rib Trail, inviting beef lovers to hit the road and discover classic Prime Rib at 16 new
League of Women Voters of Milwaukee County: Soaring energy demands, rising costs and Wisconsin’s aging power grid … citizens need affordable electricity
League of Women Voters of Milwaukee County Hosting 2nd Webinar in a 3-Part Series on October 8, 2026 Milwaukee – Wisconsin energy demand is expected to rise 40 percent by 2032 [https://www.wpr.org/news/wisconsin-energy-demand-to-rise-driven-by-data-centers ]. The League of Women Voters of Milwaukee
American Edge Project: Highlights local data center benefits in Wisconsin
Data Center Revolt Bus Tour Stops in Janesville; Efforts to Slow Development Could Slam the Brakes on Jobs, Investment and Transformational Local Benefits WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the American Edge Project (AEP), a coalition of nearly two dozen domestic organizations,
Center for Research on the Wisconsin Economy: New CROWE report: Most colleges don’t have Harvard’s admissions problem
America’s college-admissions debate has been shaped by a small number of universities with many more qualified applicants than seats. Most colleges — and many programs inside selective universities — operate under very different conditions. As international graduate enrollment falls, the
Milwaukee Press Club Endowment: Daniel Bice Investigative Reporting Endowment kick-off fundraiser
Milwaukee, WI (Sept. 23, 2026) — Friends, colleagues and supporters of quality journalism will gather on Wednesday Sept. 30 from 5–7 p.m. at The Fitzgerald, 1119 N Marshall St., to celebrate the launch of the Daniel Bice Investigative Reporting Endowment, a new fund dedicated to
Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce: Senator Devin LeMahieu receives WMC Champion of Free Enterprise Award
MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC), the combined state chamber of commerce and manufacturers’ association, announced that Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu has been honored with the organization’s Champion of Free Enterprise Award, recognizing his leadership and steadfast commitment
Gov. Evers: Seeks applicants for Court of Appeals – District III
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for the Court of Appeals – District III. The appointment will fill a vacancy being created by Presiding Judge Lisa K. Stark’s retirement, effective Dec. 28, 2026. The
Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce: Speaker Robin Vos receives WMC Champion of Free Enterprise Award
MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC), the combined state chamber of commerce and manufacturers’ association, announced that Assembly Speaker Robin Vos has been honored with the organization’s Champion of Free Enterprise Award, recognizing his leadership and steadfast commitment to
Crowley campaign: Hammers MAGA Congressman Tom Tiffany for Iran war support causing climbing gas and diesel prices in PBS interview
MILWAUKEE, Wis. – As gas and diesel prices continue to climb throughout Wisconsin, David Crowley hammered MAGA Congressman Tom Tiffany for not standing up to Donald Trump on the war with Iran. Fast forward to yesterday, and following a report
WisDems: Round up: Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul secures major settlements for Wisconsinites
MADISON, Wis. — Over the past year, Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul has secured several major settlements for Wisconsinites, benefiting everyone from farmers to teenagers to vehicle owners. Through these settlement victories, AG Kaul has been instrumental in bringing hundreds
A Better Wisconsin Together: ICYMI: Congressman Tiffany pledges not to raise taxes… on billionaires
MADISON, Wis. — GOP Congressman Tom Tiffany, whose campaign for Wisconsin governor is being bank-rolled by billionaires, is doubling down on his vow to protect the ultra-rich from having to pay their share of taxes. After admitting in a radio