Wisconsin State Assembly

Exonerated Prisoners Released Get Little Support in Wisconsin

Parole and probation agents give more help to guilty inmates released from prison.

Milwaukee Founders and Beer Barons Bobblehead Series Unveiled to Celebrate 414 Day

State Rep. Mayadev is Fighting to Protect the Transgender Community from Violence and Hate Crimes

Rep Moore Omokunde: “AB103 is a Direct Attack on Transgender Students”

Milwaukee Wants To Buy 30th Street Line, Railroad Says No

But city officials believe sale still possible for multi-use trail, perhaps even mass transit.

Rep. Andraca Honors the Life and Service of Jonathan Brostoff

Former Wisconsin State Rep. Katrina Shankland announced as Rust Belt Rising Executive Director

After Years of Controversy, Assembly Recognizes Black History Month

Once a routine practice, the Assembly has not passed the resolution since 2020.

Rep. Moore Omokunde on Passage of AJR 5

The Top 10 Lobbyists in Wisconsin

Many millions spent to lobby state Legislature. Hospitals ranked first, WMC second, Brewers sixth.

Assembly Passes Voter ID Constitutional Amendment Proposal

Now it goes to voters in April, as parties debate timing, impact of proposal.

Rep. DeSmidt Rejects Voter Suppression, Focuses on Real Solutions for Wisconsin

Rep. Goodwin Urges Unity in Letters to Democratic and Republican Leaders

Republican Legislature- Giving People of Wisconsin Power to Initiate Ballot Initiatives is “Never Going to Happen”

Representative Clancy Returns to Serve Wisconsin’s 19th Assembly District

Rep. Clancy is Excited to Continue to Fight for Wisconsin’s Working Class

Rep. Moore Omokunde on Third Term Inauguration: “Good to be Back in the Saddle”

Rep. Ben DeSmidt Inaugurated into Wisconsin State Assembly

Representative Shelia Stubbs Sworn In As Representative for the 78th Assembly District

Rep. Greta Neubauer Sworn In for the 2025-2026 Legislative Session

Rep. Robyn Vining Announces Committee Appointments

May We Find Common Ground For The Common Good

A Bright New Day in Wisconsin

New Year, New Maps, New Legislative Session

NEW- Gov. Evers Announces Pathway for Wisconsinites to Enshrine the Will of the People

Gov. Evers Order Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Former Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice David Prosser

Gov. Evers Order Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Former State Rep. Betty Jo Nelsen

Gov. Evers Order Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Former State Rep. Fred Kessler

Supervisor Wasserman Statement on the Passing of Fred Kessler

Gov. Evers Orders Flags to be Flown at Half-Staff in Honor of Milwaukee Ald. and Former State Rep. Jonathan Brostoff

Council Honors Jonathan Brostoff, Terry Witkowski in Somber Meeting

City lost alderman and former alderman on same day this week.

Statement from County Supervisors Martin and Sequanna Taylor on the Passing of Alderperson Jonathan Brostoff

Wisconsin Democrats Remember Jonathan Brostoff and Terry Witkowski

Steil, Barca At Odds In Southeastern Wisconsin Congressional Race

The race between US Rep. Bryan Steil and Democratic challenger Peter Barca hold differing views on many issues.

Americans for Prosperity-Wisconsin Announces Final Round of State Legislative Endorsements

Can Peter Barca Flip Republican Congressional District?

1st District incumbent Bryan Steil faces veteran Democrat, who had more votes in primary.

Gov. Evers Order Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Former State Rep. Stephen J. Freese

Harris and Walz Rally Voters in Milwaukee

18,000 people jammed Fiserv Forum to cheer Democratic presidential ticket on a one-night break from Chicago’s DNC.

Transportation Secretary Craig Thompson Resigning For UW Madison Job

His replacement, Kristina Boardman, will be the first woman to hold the role.

Gov. Evers Announces WisDOT Secretary Thompson Leaving Evers Administration

Governor announces Kristina Boardman to become first woman to serve as WisDOT secretary

Milwaukee Senate and Assembly Races

A handful of partisan primaries will also determine the winner of the general election in November.

Candidates Must Understand What’s at Stake

A ban is a ban.

Two Republicans Vying To Challenge Gwen Moore

Tim Rogers facing off against Purnima Nath in Aug. 13 primary. Winner faces Moore in November.

Rick Banks withdraws campaign for 11th Assembly District

Alexander, Goodwin Running For Same Assembly Seat

The two candidates previously faced off running for a seat on the Milwaukee County Board.

Sequanna Taylor Running for State Assembly

After years on county board, Taylor has seen how state laws greatly impact local issues.

Choice of Committee Chairs Criticized

Council president Jose Perez 'shut all four Black women members out,' Ald. Pratt complains.

Former West Allis Alderman Angelito Tenorio Considering Run for Wisconsin State Assembly

State Representative Daniel Riemer to Not Seek Re-Election

Barca Announces Run For Congress, Challenging Steil

Peter Barca, a Democrat, stepped down as secretary of Wisconsin’s Department of Revenue earlier this month.

New Council Most Diverse In Milwaukee History

The largest number of Black, women and LBGTQ+ members in history. Meet all 15.

Jarrod Anderson Announces Candidacy for State Assembly District 19

Priscilla A. Prado Announces Candidacy for Wisconsin State Representative, District 9

Brady Coulthard, State Assembly District 14 Candidate, Earns Endorsement of State Representative Evan Goyke

“Brady Coulthard represents the new leadership and voice the Wisconsin State Assembly desperately needs.”

Deisy Espana announces campaign for Wisconsin State Assembly District 9

Rick Banks launches campaign for 11th Assembly District

Nate Kieso, rank-and-file union member and mental health social worker, announces campaign for Wisconsin State Assembly District 14

Burgelis Bests Zepnick For Council Seat

County supervisor wins open Common Council seat.

Marisabel Cabrera Wins Close Judicial Race

Democratic legislator and immigration rights attorney will now serve in circuit court.

Sharlen Moore Wins Race To Replace Ald. Michael Murphy

Youth violence prevention leader is new westside alderwoman.

Meet the Candidates for County Office

And read the analysis of each race and bios for each candidate.

Meet the Candidates for County Office

And read the analysis of each race and bios for each candidate.

Meet the Candidates For City Office

And read the analysis of each race and bios for each candidate.

Small Business Owner, Progressive Community Organizer, Brady Coulthard Announces Campaign for Wisconsin State Assembly District 14: Endorsed by 14 Local Community Leaders

Statement on Derrick Van Orden fundraising off of his outburst interrupting President Joe Biden at the State of the Union

Gov. Evers Signs Senate Bill 408

Rep. Shelia Stubbs Supports the Creation of a National Infrastructure Bank

Rep. Shelia Stubbs Celebrates Assembly Passage of AB 182

Relating to: Rental Readiness and AB 183-Relating to: Establishing and Operating Reentry Centers

Rep. Snodgrass Reflects on the 2023-24 Session Period

Wisconsin’s Anti-Violence Coalitions Commend Assembly for Increasing Funding for Sexual Assault/Domestic Abuse Victim Services

Representative Shelia Stubbs Statement on Assembly Bill 374 Passage in Assembly

Rep. Shelia Stubbs Celebrates Assembly Passage of AB 615 – Creating a Task Force on Missing and Murdered African American Women and Girls

Burgelis, Zepnick Advance In Southwest Side Aldermanic Race

County supervisor, former state legislator running to replace Mark Borkowski.

Gov. Evers Slams Senate Republicans for Once Again Baselessly Firing Qualified Appointees, Names Immediate Appointments to Ensure Critical Government Operations Continue

Gov. Evers Signs Fair Maps for Wisconsin

Gov. Evers Keeps Promise to Wisconsinites Undoing a Decade of Wisconsinites Living Under Among the Most Gerrymandered Maps in the United States

Assembly Passes Bill Regulating Use of Artificial Intelligence in Campaign Advertisements

AFP-WI Statement on ‘Right of First Refusal’ Passing Assembly

Jefferson County Board Supervisor Joan Fitzgerald Announces Candidacy for Wisconsin State Assembly

Fort Atkinson Democrat will run in the Fall Election

Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order Creating Task Force on the Healthcare Workforce, Appoints Lieutenant Governor Chair

Governor’s task force announced in State of the State address to create action plan to address chronic challenges in the state’s healthcare industry, bolster healthcare workforce

Effort To Impeach State Elections Chief Stifled By Assembly

Trump ally, Rep. Janet Brandtjen shouted repeatedly for recognition, ruled out of order.

Shankland for Congress Campaign: Endorsed by State Representative Steve Doyle

Gov. Evers Submits Fair Maps to Wisconsin Supreme Court in Redistricting Litigation

Governor’s proposed maps are responsive to the will of the people, avoid partisan bias, increase competitive legislative seats

Gov. Evers Announces New Appointments to Newly Reformed Southeast Wisconsin Professional Baseball Park District Board

District Board changes part of bipartisan deal to keep Milwaukee Brewers, Major League Baseball in Wisconsin through 2050

Milwaukee man chosen as the first vice president of AARP Wisconsin

Rep. Ryan Clancy Settles With City Following 2020 Curfew Arrest

With trial already underway, Clancy secures the policy changes he long sought.

Martinez to Become President Emeritus

Sarah Harrison Declares Candidacy for Wisconsin State Assembly District 13

Representative Clancy Scoffs at Rhetorical Republican Stunt about the “Victims of Communism”

Republicans should spend time on real issues facing working-class communities

Gov. Evers Order Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Former State Rep. John Klenke

Mayor Calls For Action on Gun Laws

Though homicides down 20% this year, non-fatal shootings are up. Guns a key part of problem, Johnson says.

Assembly Approves Brewers Subsidy, Sends Deal To Senate

Proposal calls for $546 million in city, county and state funding.

Rep. Deb Andraca Honors First Responder of the Year for 23rd Assembly District

Jewish Voice for Peace–Milwaukee’s Statement in Support of Rep. Clancy’s and Rep. Madison’s Conscientious Objection to AJR 82

New Brewers Subsidy Substantially Better For City, County

New deal calls for study of Beer District concept, reduces county contribution, introduces new funding source.

County Executive David Crowley’s Statement on the Brewers Legislation

Wasserman Has Challenger For Board Seat

Alexander Kostal, a state public defender, is running for District 3.

Groundbreaking For Coggs Center a History Lesson

Trailblazing legislator's legacy continues at new human services building.

Taxpayers Paying For Both Sides of Senate Lawsuit Over Redistricting

Democrats and Republicans both charging State of Wisconsin for redistricting legal fight.

Zepnick Enters Race To Replace Borkowski

Three candidates now seeking to replace outgoing alderman.

Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Former State Rep. Michael Endsley

Gov. Evers Appoints Judge Pedro Colón to the Court of Appeals – District I

Rep. Robyn Vining Votes Against Voucher Bailout Bill