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The Connection Between Life Expectancy, Poverty and Partisanship

An ALEC report on rich and poor states doesn't tell the whole story.

House Unanimously Strips Budget Provision That Would Have Benefitted Sen. Ron Johnson, Others

The provision would let Johnson and 7 other Senators sue the DOJ for at least $500,000.

Baldwin Backs Bill to Reverse Republicans Historic Cuts to SNAP

Donald Trump’s ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ projected to kick 2.4 million Americans off food assistance and cut nearly $200 billion over next decade

9 Winning Issues For Democrats

Trump and Republicans seek 80/20 issues to run on. Should Wisconsin Democrats do the same?

Lakefront Introduces THC Drinks

Milwaukee brewer entering market as new state and federal regulations loom.

Gov. Evers Urges Trump Administration to Reverse Course on Denying Wisconsin Communities Disaster Relief for Damage Caused by Extreme Weather in August

Governor appeals two Trump Administration decisions denying tens of millions of dollars in Public Assistance and Hazard Mitigation disaster relief for Wisconsin communities

Senator Baldwin Slams Trump Administrations Efforts to Dismantle Education Department & Shortchange American Families

Baldwin Demands Senate Immediately Pass Bill to Release Epstein Files

WisDems Chair Statement on Vote to Release Epstein Client List

Assembly Bill Blocks SNAP Payments for Candy, Soda, Energy Drinks

It's about health, GOP backers say. It punishes people for being poor, opponents say.

Health Care a Top Issue for Sara Rodriguez in Governors Race

Wisconsin's Lt. Governor, a Democrat, is a former nurse and CDC health official.

Baldwin, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Repeal Law that Lets Senators Pocket $500,000 for Being Lawfully Investigated

The Anti-Cash Grab Act repeals last-minute provision allowing Republican senators to sue and collect $500,000 per lawfully subpoenaed phone record

Why Palmyra Said No to ICE

Village that overwhelmingly voted for Trump -- three times -- rejects his immigration agency.

Brad Schimel Named Top Federal Prosecutor for Eastern Wisconsin

Interim appointment by Trump administration sidesteps established process.

Baldwin Statement on Trump Blowing up Wisconsin’s Bipartisan Judicial Nominating Process

Wisconsin Recharges Electric Vehicle Project

$14 million for 26 charging stations, after successful suit against Trump Administration.

Gov. Evers Delivers Weekly Radio Address on Restoring FoodShare Funding for Nearly 700,000 Wisconsinites

Will Stay Out of Governor’s Race and Retain Role of Being Fair Arbitrator Among Primary Candidates

Federal Hemp Ban Threatens Wisconsin’s Farmers, Small Businesses, and Consumer Freedom

Business Owners React to THC Ban Approved by US Senate

Provision buried in funding bill could gut fast-growing Wisconsin industry.

Wisconsin Republicans Protect Accused Pedophiles

Baldwin Says Trump Used Hungry Children As Political Pawns

Senator warns Wisconsinites could lose health care in wake of shutdown fight.

Gov. Evers Suspends Administrative Rules to Support Wisconsinites Facing Housing Insecurity due to Republicans Federal Government Shutdown

Order ensures families have access to emergency assistance for housing and utilities during period of economic disruption

Evers Calls Out Trump For Trying to Claw Back Food Assistance

This would be 'embarrassing for any president of the United States,' governor says.

Do Big Democratic Wins Last Week Signal a Wisconsin Midterm Wave?

Trump approval declining, Wisconsin Democrats 'feeling more positive.'

Trump Pardons Wisconsin’s 10 Fake Electors

Full list of 77 includes many who tried to overturn 2020 election.

Gov. Evers, Evers Administration Join Court Petition to Prevent Trump Administration from Yanking FoodShare Payments from Nearly 700,000 Wisconsinites

Baldwin Opposes Government Funding Bill that Fails to Address Skyrocketing Health Care Costs

Gov. Evers Slams Trump Administration for Last-Ditch Effort to Yank Newly Restored FoodShare Funding from Nearly 700,000 Wisconsinites

Wisconsin Gubernatorial Candidates Discuss the Issues at First Forum

Including data centers, AI, marijuana, broadband and of course, Trump.

Senator Drake Praises Gov Evers on Releasing November SNAP Benefits Following Multiple Lawsuits Against the Trump Admin

Baldwin Introduces Bill to Restore Head Start Funding During Shutdown

140 Head Start programs that serve over 65,000 children are at risk of closure

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Statement on Restoration of November FoodShare Benefits

County Board Finds Funding For Emergency Food Assistance

Board also declares "Food Apartheid" a public health emergency.

Ron Johnson Flips Position on Ending Senate Filibuster

In 2022, Johnson accused Democrats trying to eliminate filibuster of wanting 'absolute power.'

Soybeans, Beef: Tariff Lover Tom Tiffany Supports Exploiting Wisconsin Farmers to Cut Soft Deals with China and Argentina

“...the damage from past trade disruptions will take time to repair. Rebuilding trust and re-establishing consistent export channels will not happen overnight.” - Doug Rebout, Wisconsin Soybean Association President

Ron Johnson’s New Conspiracy Theory

Demonizing prosecutor Jack Smith and distorting his investigation of Trump.

Feds Deport Immigrant After Court Orders His Release

Recent courthouse arrest shows shifting federal tactics in handling immigrants.

Federal SNAP Benefits Could Take Weeks to Arrive

And even then payments would be reduced, WI Department of Health explains.

Republicans Argue Over Bill to Ban Ballot Drop Boxes

Backers cite views of President Trump. A GOP critic says it's not 'reality-based.'

As Wisconsinites Go Without Groceries, GOP Gubernatorial Candidate Tom Tiffany Stays Silent

Baldwin Calls on Trump to Fully Fund FoodShare for Wisconsin Families

Baldwin’s floor speech comes as Trump continues to sow confusion and keep food from hungry families

Historic Designations For Milwaukee Auditorium, Arena Is Strategic Move

Aiming to slow redevelopment? It's all about 'transparency' says Ald. Bob Bauman.

U.S. Small Business Administration Extends Deadline for Physical Damage Loans for Wisconsin Businesses, Residences, and Private Nonprofits Impacted by August Severe Weather

Trump Continues to Break the Law, Impose Hunger on 42 Million Americans, Including 700,000 Wisconsinites

County Executive Crowley Highlights Open Enrollment Period for Marketplace Insurance, Calls on Congress to Extend ACA Tax Credits to Lower Health Care Costs for Working Families

7th Congressional District Race Filling Up

One year before mid-terms 3 Republicans, 2 Democrats running for open seat.

Tom Tiffany Is a Leading Election Denier

His brazen attempts to overturn a legal election shadow his run for governor.

Many in Wisconsin Rely on Food Stamps, Obamacare

Numbers show big statewide impact and even bigger in Milwaukee County.

Governor Signs School Cell Phone Ban, Several Other Laws

Evers' signature advances policies to tackle reckless driving, allow candidates off ballots.

Food pantries and other options for those navigating food challenges

Baldwin Calls on Republicans to Help Avert Health Care Crisis Ahead of November 1 Affordable Care Act Open Enrollment

The November 1st One–Two Punch: ACA Premiums Set to Skyrocket and SNAP Gets Illegally Withheld

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley and Local Leaders Highlight Federal Government Shutdown Impacts to Community

READ – Gov. Evers Urges Congress to Reauthorize Federal Farm Bill

Governor urges Wisconsin’s Congressional delegation to reauthorize federal Farm Bill to support Wisconsin farmers, producers, and essential food assistance programs

How High Are Prices? Polls Show That’s a Partisan Question

Amid ongoing inflation, Marquette poll shows Republicans and Democrats view issue differently depending on who is in the White House.

Baldwin, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Fund SNAP While Trump Administration Illegally Withholds Funding

Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address on Skyrocketing Healthcare Premiumsfor Wisconsinites in 2026 if Republicans Fail to Extend Affordable Care ActTax Credits

Wisconsinites face sticker shock on out-of-pocket healthcare coverage costs with many seeing premiums double, some seniors seeing increases of over $30,000 per year if Congressional Republicans allow enhanced Affordable Care Act supports to expire

Sens. Johnson, Grassley, Expose Arctic Frost Witch Hunt Targeting 430 Republicans

Maria Lazars Bizarre Campaign Drops Mask of Moderation Just in Time for Halloween

Trump Administration Denies More Disaster Aid for Wisconsin

'Adding insult to injury,' Gov. Evers complains, FEMA denies mitigation grants.

AG Kaul and Coalition File Amicus Brief in U.S. Supreme Court Defending Federal Reserves Independence

MU Law Polling Shows Republicans Underwater on Top Issues

Plurality of Republicans think Tariffs are hurting farmers

Trump Administration Denies Hazard Mitigation Funding for Wisconsin Communities After Denying Public Assistance Relief

Gov. Evers to fight latest Trump Administration denial of disaster assistance, will appeal decision for communities to get the support they need to rebuild and recover

Baldwin Calls on President Trump to Immediately Release Available SNAP Funds

New Marquette Law School Poll finds large majority of Wisconsin voters not yet tuned in to who is running in major 2026 elections

No candidate has established strong position in public favorability in governor, state Supreme Court races; large majorities of voters undecided

Representative Clinton Anderson and Senator Mark Spreitzer Introduce Resolution Supporting Wisconsin Farmers Hurt By Trump Agenda

Wisconsin Sues Trump Administration For Food Assistance Cuts

Wisconsin joins two dozen states arguing federal government is violating the law.

Wisconsin FoodShare Program to Run Out of Funding in Three Days

Republican Sen. Jesse James Will Challenge Democratic Sen. Jeff Smith

New legislative map put James's home town into incumbent Democrat's district.

Evers Warns ACA Premiums Will ‘Skyrocket’ Unless Congress Acts

Governor warns of 200% to 800% hikes unless Republicans extend tax credits.

Do Democratic Candidates Need to Be More Moderate?

Experts argue it will take a Democrat like Tony Evers to win the state.

Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin Will Resume Abortions

Abortion services were paused due to President Trump's Medicaid cuts.

Pocan Joins MSNBC to Discuss How Trumps Tariff Taxes Are Hurting Farmers

Can Wisconsin Republicans Retain Youth Vote in 2026 Election?

Charlie Kirk and Turning Point USA helped GOP lose fewer young voters in 2024.

Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin Announces Resumption of Abortion Care

Healthcare Premiums for Wisconsinites to Skyrocket in 2026 Because Republicans Refuse to Extend Health Care Tax Credits

Johnson, Baldwin Split on Trump’s Pick for Appeals Court Judge

U.S. Senate ready to approve Milwaukee prosecutor Rebecca Taibleson for position.

Wisconsin Residents Running Out of Time to Get Solar Tax Credits 

Trump administration is ending tax breaks on solar panels and electric vehicles.

County Can’t Afford Disaster Recovery

County officials were already cutting the 2026 budget when feds denied disaster aid.

Justice Crawford Recuses From Gableman Proceedings

Liberal justice’s recusal leaves court evenly divided on whether to suspend Gableman's law license over 2020 election investigation.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Statement on Denial of Request for FEMA Public Assistance

Trump Administration Denies Federal Disaster Request for Communities Impacted by August Severe Weather, Gov. Evers to Appeal Decision to Ensure Communities Get the Support they Need

Baldwin Supports Legislation to Pay All Federal Employees During Shutdown

Today, Senate Republicans blocked Baldwin-backed bill to pay all federal employees, servicemembers, and federal contractors

ChatGPT Maker, Oracle Are Tenants of $15 Billion Port Washington Data Center

Developer, partners reveal new details about proposal.

Baldwin Opposes Trumps Pick for the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals

Hunger Task Force Prepares for Lapse in Federal Food Assistance

Food bank stocking up as federal funding halted because of shutdown.

Rep. Van Orden Stands By as Trump’s Shutdown Steals Meals from Families He Represents

Gov. Evers Delivers Weekly Radio Address Urging President Trump and Republicans to End Federal Government Shutdown, Protect Access to Basic Necessities for Kids, Families, and Seniors like Food and Groceries

Governor warns Wisconsin FoodShare Program to run out of funding in eight days as Republicans' federal government shutdown continues

Dodge County Sheriff Transports Migrants To and From Chicago ICE Facility

Critics say it's part of a 'shell game' to hide migrants from lawyers and family.

Baldwin Leads Colleagues Calling Out Trumps Unnecessary Mass Firing at Dept. of Education That Will Harm Students Nationwide

Tariffs on Wood Products Not Helping Wisconsin Producers

Saw mills, flooring mills in state going out of business. Furniture makers hurting.

AG Kaul and Coalition File Amicus Brief in Supreme Court of the United States Opposing President Trumps Attempt to Unlawfully Deploy National Guard in Chicago

Wisconsin DOJ Appeals Court Ruling Creating New Barrier for Voting

Thousands of voters could be barred from polls. DOJ urges quick action by appeals court.

DVO’s Woes: Outbursts, Empty Bills, and Plummeting Poll Numbers

Last Friday, in the midst of the government shutdown, WI-03 Rep. Derrick Van introduced a bill to award Trump with the Congressional Gold Medal. On Monday, in a toss-up district, polling numbers came out revealing that only 36% of his constituents believe he is doing enough to end the shutdown.

How Popular Is the Affordable Care Act?

Huge change since 2017, now very popular with voters. A big issue in government shutdown.

Thousands of Wisconsinites Protest Trump Administration at ‘No Kings’ Rallies

The nationwide rally included dozens of protest events in all parts of Wisconsin.

One Alderman’s Quest To Defund The Streetcar

Ald. Scott Spiker wants city to hop off The Hop.

Wisconsin Health Officials Urge Respiratory Illness Vaccination

The plea comes as some face roadblocks and confusion to get the COVID-19 shot amid federal changes.

Trump’s $100,000 H-1B Fee Raises Legal Questions, Could Negatively Impact Wisconsin Businesses

More than 350 employers in Wisconsin use program to hire skilled workers.

Senate Approves School Cellphone Ban

Senate also passes bill require insurance coverage of breast cancer screenings.