News Tipoffs - Wisconsin Editors
A Better Wisconsin Together: Introducing Rep. Tom Tiffany - Election Denying Anti-Abortion Extremist, And Now Republican Nominee for Governor
MONONA, Wisconsin, Aug. 13 -- A Better Wisconsin Together, a state-based research and communications hub for progressives, posted the following news release on Aug. 11, 2026:
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Introducing Rep. Tom Tiffany: Election Denying Anti-Abortion Extremist, And Now Republican Nominee for Governor
His record in office shows a career spent putting MAGA billionaires and political allies ahead of his constituents
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MADISON, Wis. - Following today's primary election, sitting Congressman Tom Tiffany i
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A movie set right on campus
MADISON, Wisconsin, Aug. 11 -- The University of Wisconsin posted the following news:
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A movie set right on campus
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Professor Aaron Greer turns to the UW-Madison community to help bring the feature film 'Morning Moon' to life.
By Gayle Worland
If the setting for a scene in the upcoming movie "Morning Moon" looks familiar, that's because it's the real thing.
The fictional, full-length feature was shot this summer in Madison, with much of the action filmed right on the University of W
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AMA awards first Community Health Impact Lab micro grants
CHICAGO, Illinois, Aug. 12 [Category: Medical] -- The American Medical Association posted the following news release:
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AMA awards first Community Health Impact Lab micro grants
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CHICAGO -The American Medical Association (AMA) today announced the inaugural recipients of its $1 million Community Health Impact Lab micro grants. Launched in 2025, the initiative supports physician-led projects partnering with organizations to address pressing community health challenges through innovative,
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American Center for Law & Justice Issues Commentary: DSA Frontrunner Falls Short in Wisconsin Primary
WASHINGTON, Aug. 13 -- The American Center for Law and Justice posted the following commentary on Aug. 12, 2026, by Director of Media Logan Sekulow:
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DSA Frontrunner Falls Short in Wisconsin Primary
The Democrat Socialists of America's (DSA) recent surge just suffered a major setback as Francesca Hong, the frontrunner to win the gubernatorial primary in Wisconsin, lost to David Crowley in a narrow race.
What does this loss say about the DSA's future in the 2026 midterm elections and bey
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American Farm Bureau Federation: State Farm Bureau Communicators Honored for Outstanding Work
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 12 -- The American Farm Bureau Federation issued the following news release:
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State Farm Bureau Communicators Honored for Outstanding Work
The American Farm Bureau Federation announced a slate of top state Farm Bureau communications projects during the 2026 Communications Awards, held at this year's Communications Conference in New Orleans, Louisiana. The competition recognizes state Farm Bureau professionals for their exemplary work in communicating about agri
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Capital Research Center Issues Commentary: Courier's News Machine Turns Against Data Centers
WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 -- The Capital Research Center issued the following commentary on Aug. 11, 2026, by investigative researcher Parker Thayer:
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Courier's news machine turns against data centers
Courier Newsroom is a nationwide political operation designed to look like independent local news outlets. Since April 2026, Courier's shadowy network has been waging a coordinated offensive against the construction of AI data centers, publishing more than 200 negative articles, videos, and news
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CFTC Exercises Emergency Authority to Ensure Market Stability
WASHINGTON, Aug. 11 -- The Commodity Futures Trading Commission issued the following news release:
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CFTC Exercises Emergency Authority to Ensure Market Stability
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WASHINGTON -The Commodity Futures Trading Commission today exercised its emergency authority in response to KalshiEX, LLC's notification of a market emergency and ordered the exchange to continue to operate in accordance with the Commodity Exchange Act's Core Principles.
KalshiEX, LLC notified the Commission of the emergency
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CVTC instructor recognized for advancing sustainable landscaping
EAU CLAIRE, Wisconsin, Aug. 12 -- Chippewa Valley Technical College posted the following news:
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CVTC instructor recognized for advancing sustainable landscaping
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A Chippewa Valley Technical College (CVTC) instructor is being recognized for helping cultivate a more environmentally conscious generation of landscape and horticulture professionals.
Sean VanderWaal, program director and instructor for CVTC's Landscape, Plant and Turf Management program, has been selected as a 2026 Eau Clai
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Democratic Governors Association Issues Statement on Wisconsin GOP Primary Results
WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 -- The Democratic Governors Association posted the following statement on Aug. 11, 2026:
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DGA Statement on Wisconsin GOP Primary Results
DGA Executive Director Meghan Meehan-Draper released the following statement in response to Congressman Tom Tiffany becoming the Republican nominee for governor in Wisconsin:
"Congressman Tom Tiffany is a failed Washington politician with an extreme MAGA agenda that puts Donald Trump first no matter how much it hurts Wisconsin. Cong
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DNC Congratulates David Crowley on His Victory in Wisconsin's Gubernatorial Primary
WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release:
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DNC Congratulates David Crowley on His Victory in Wisconsin's Gubernatorial Primary
The DNC congratulates David Crowley on his victory in Wisconsin's gubernatorial primary. Democratic voters throughout the state turned out in support of lowering costs, protecting healthcare, and fighting for working families.
In response to David Crowley's victory, DNC Chair Ken Martin released the following st
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DNC Congratulates Mitchell Berman on His Victory in the Democratic Primary for Wisconsin's 1st Congressional District
WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release on Aug. 11, 2026:
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DNC Congratulates Mitchell Berman on his Victory in the Democratic Primary for Wisconsin's 1st Congressional District
The DNC congratulates Mitchell Berman on his victory in the Democratic primary for Wisconsin's 1st Congressional District -- a race that will help flip the House of Representatives in November.
In response to Berman's victory, DNC Chair Ken Martin released the fo
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DNC Congratulates Rebecca Cooke on Her Victory in the Democratic Primary for Wisconsin's 3rd Congressional District
WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release on Aug. 11, 2026:
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DNC Congratulates Rebecca Cooke on Her Victory in the Democratic Primary for Wisconsin's 3rd Congressional District
The DNC congratulates Rebecca Cooke on her victory in the Democratic primary for Wisconsin's 3rd Congressional District -- a race that will help flip the House of Representatives in November.
In response to Rebecca Cooke's victory, DNC Chair Ken Martin released the
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EMILYs List Celebrates Rebecca Cooke's Primary Victory in Wisconsin's 3rd Congressional District
WASHINGTON, Aug. 11 [Category: Political] -- EMILYs List issued the following news release:
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EMILYs List Celebrates Rebecca Cooke's Primary Victory in Wisconsin's 3rd Congressional District
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Following Rebecca Cooke's decisive win in the Democratic primary for Wisconsin's 3rd Congressional District, EMILYs List President Jessica Mackler released the following statement:
"EMILYs List congratulates Rebecca Cooke on her primary victory in Wisconsin's 3rd Congressional D
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EMILYs List-Endorsed Candidates Secure Democratic Nominations in Critical Wisconsin Legislative Races
WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 [Category: Political] -- EMILYs List issued the following news release:
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EMILYs List-Endorsed Candidates Secure Democratic Nominations in Critical Wisconsin Legislative Races
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Following EMILYs List-endorsed Wisconsin state legislative candidates' Democratic primary wins and their advancement to key general election races that will be critical to flipping the state Assembly and state Senate, EMILYs List President Jessica Mackler released the below
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Gardner-Webb Welcomes New Faculty for 2026-27 Academic Year
BOILING SPRINGS, North Carolina, Aug. 12 -- Gardner-Webb University posted the following news:
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Gardner-Webb Welcomes New Faculty for 2026-27 Academic Year
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#Nine New Faculty Members Bring Expertise in Healthcare, Business, Public Service, Technology, and the Sciences to the University
BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.-Gardner-Webb University welcomed nine new faculty members during its annual Faculty Assembly on Aug. 11. Representing a range of academic disciplines and professional backgrounds,
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Grothman Leads Entire Bipartisan Wisconsin Delegation in Urging FEMA to Assess Fox Valley Tornado Damage
WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 -- Rep. Glenn Grothman, R-Wisconsin, issued the following news release:
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Grothman Leads Entire Bipartisan Wisconsin Delegation in Urging FEMA to Assess Fox Valley Tornado Damage
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Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-WI) led the entire bipartisan Wisconsin Congressional delegation in support of Wisconsin's request that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) conduct a Joint Preliminary Damage Assessment (PDA) with Wisconsin Emergency Management following the devastat
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IP Crop Network: August 11 report
MANKATO, Minnesota, Aug. 11 [Category: Agriculture] -- The U.S. Identity Preserved Alliance posted the following news release:
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IP Crop Network: August 11 report
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The soybean crop in the Upper Midwest is variable. There are many areas that are below normal for moisture and will need moisture over the next few weeks to maintain an average yield. There are also areas with abundant rainfall that will likely have above normal yields. The next three weeks will really tell the story for the
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Kolb Appointed SVP of Risk and Compliance at the Minneapolis Fed
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Aug. 13 -- The Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis issued the following news:
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Kolb appointed SVP of Risk and Compliance at the Minneapolis Fed
Cara Kolb has been appointed senior vice president of Risk and Compliance by the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis Board of Directors. This division is responsible for ensuring that Bank staff effectively manage risks while rigorously complying with procedures and policies. Kolb will also oversee functions related to dat
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Media Tip Sheet: What the Latest Primaries Say About the Future of Both Parties
WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 -- George Washington University posted the following news:
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Media Tip Sheet: What the Latest Primaries Say About the Future of Both Parties
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WASHINGTON (August 12, 2026) - The latest round of primaries in South Carolina, Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Connecticut highlight shifting dynamics within both political parties ahead of the 2026 midterms. Democratic voters delivered mixed results, with progressives winning in Minnesota while moderate David Crowley defeated democ
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Quarterly transformation update: Designing healthcare experiences around the needs of our communities
WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 [Category: Health Care] -- Ascension, a faith-based healthcare organization, posted the following news release:
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Quarterly transformation update: Designing healthcare experiences around the needs of our communities
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Healthcare begins with people, and the environments where care is delivered should be designed with them in mind. Across Ascension, investments in care spaces are creating more connected and accessible experiences for patients, communities, and care team
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The Case Against Bryan Steil
WASHINGTON, Aug. 11 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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The Case Against Bryan Steil
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"Bryan Steil is a creature of Washington with a rolodex of special interests and insider allies who know he'll do their bidding. Steil backed every Trump price hike now hurting Wisconsin families in order to give a handout to his wealthy donors. While Steil has been working to solely serve the one percent, Mitchell Berman dedicated his career to servi
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The Case Against Derrick Van Orden
WASHINGTON, Aug. 11 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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The Case Against Derrick Van Orden
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"Rebecca Cooke was raised on a dairy farm with Wisconsin values that led her to start a small business, give back to her community, and work relentlessly to protect the Wisconsin way of life. She's lived the struggle of too many families being crushed by the rising cost of living, thanks to Derrick Van Orden's loyalty to Washington over Wisconsi
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U.S. and Canadian Sales of Agricultural Tractors and Combines Decline in July 2026
MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin, Aug. 12 [Category: Business] -- The Association of Equipment Manufacturers issued the following news:
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U.S. and Canadian Sales of Agricultural Tractors and Combines Decline in July 2026
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Milwaukee (August 12, 2026) - According to new data from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM), U.S. sales of agricultural tractors dropped 10.9% in July 2026 compared to the year before, with combine sales declining 5.3% in the same period.
Canadian agricultural trac
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U.S. Chemical Safety Board Closes Didion Milling Recommendations
WASHINGTON, Aug. 13 -- The U.S. Chemical Safety Board issued the following news release on Aug. 12, 2026:
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U.S. Chemical Safety Board Closes Didion Milling Recommendations
CSB Concludes that Didion Has Implemented the Agency's Recommendations
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The U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) said today that Didion Milling, Inc. (Didion) has now implemented all nine safety recommendations issued to the company by the CSB stemming from the agency's investigation of the fata
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UW researchers simplify production of promising targeted cancer therapies
MADISON, Wisconsin, Aug. 12 -- The University of Wisconsin posted the following news:
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UW researchers simplify production of promising targeted cancer therapies
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A new technique for creating antibody-drug conjugates has already led to a startup company aimed at advancing the technology.
By Will Cushman
August 12, 2026
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Researchers at the University of Wisconsin-Madison have developed a simpler way to
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