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The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is reminding motorists to be alert of pavement buckles as hot temperatures continue over the next several days. The recent heat wave increases the possibility of pavement buckles. Pavement buckling occurs when slabs of

MADISON, Wis. – The recent severe weather in Wisconsin resulted in damage to homes and businesses throughout the state, and additional storms are expected. The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) urges consumers with property damage to

Madison, WI –  Earlier this week, it was indicated that the Legislative Joint Committee for Review of Administrative Rules would allow the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to implement proposed standards for PFAS. PFAS, per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are

Brookfield, Wis. – (June 15, 2022) – Wisconsin-based health insurer Network Health announced today the addition of Milwaukee attorney Mike Lappin to its senior leadership team. Lappin will become the organization’s chief legal and strategy officer on July 1. Lappin has a reputation as a trusted adviser and innovative

Washington, DC — Today, in a radio interview, U.S. Senator Ron Johnson (R-WI) called for destroying protections for people with pre-existing conditions by funneling them into high risk pools. The reality is that returning to high risk pools means people with common conditions like asthma

MILWAUKEE – County Supervisor Priscilla E. Coggs-Jones shared her excitement to represent Milwaukee County on the City-County Joint Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity and the Combined Community Services Board.   “I am honored to have the opportunity to

[Waukesha, Wis.] — Newly unearthed emails by Wisconsin Spotlight outline how the top teachers’ union in Wisconsin influenced Gov. Tony Evers to close schools during the pandemic and veto School Choice expansion. Candidate for governor Rebecca Kleefisch released the following statement in

MILWAUKEE — The Marquette Law School Poll will release the results of its new statewide survey with an in-person presentation from Charles Franklin, poll director, on Wednesday, June 22, at 12:15 p.m. in the Lubar Center at Marquette Law School’s

WASHINGTON – On Wednesday, U.S. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) sent a letter to CEO and President of the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM), Dr. Richard Baron, regarding ABIM’s meeting to determine “whether to recommend any disciplinary sanction against” Dr. Peter McCullough

OSHKOSH  – In a new “Just The Truth” column on his Wisfacts website today, U.S. Senator Ron Johnson (R-WI) debunked the Democrats’ false claims about his record on China. “The first step in solving any problem is admitting you have one. Then

Office of Children’s Mental Health Director Linda Hall today announces the publication of a new fact sheet, Preventing Childhood Lead Poisoning, and what parents, health care providers, and policymakers can do to make a difference. Lead is a toxic metal that

June 19, referred to as Juneteenth, is the anniversary of the emancipation of the last remaining enslaved people in Texas and the former Confederacy on June 19th 1865. Though it has been celebrated in parts of the country for over 150

MADISON — Today, Mandela Barnes released his new policy agenda to cut taxes for the middle class and lower costs for working families. As the only candidate who can authentically connect with the challenges working families are facing, Mandela is laser-focused on helping

(Waukesha, WI) – Waukesha County Park System invites residents and visitors to come celebrate the completion of Phase 2 of the Discovery Trail Project at Retzer Nature Center on Wednesday, June 22 at 4:30 p.m. with a ribbon cutting ceremony and

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) recognizes World Elder Abuse Awareness Day today by sharing tips to reduce the potential for financial exploitation in financial accounts and increase the likelihood of prosecution should such exploitation occur. “I’ve been proud of

MILWAUKEE (June 15, 2022) – Black Arts MKE is proud to present the third annual Milwaukee Black Theater Festival, returning to venues across the city from August 10-14. The week-long celebration of Black arts and culture features free and ticketed events

(Milwaukee, WI) Today, June 15, 2022 marks 10 years since immigrant youth won the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. There are roughly 700,000 DACA recipients living in the U.S., and according to the American Immigration Council, there are 6,540 active DACA

Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Ron Kind voted for the Recovering America’s Wildlife Act (RAWA), the most significant investment in wildlife and habitat conservation in a generation. This bipartisan legislation will help promote and enhance our nation’s conservation efforts and ensure the long-term health of fish

MILWAUKEE—Judge Janet Protasiewicz spoke out today ahead of former Justice Dan Kelly’s involvement in the Republican Party’s misinformation tour, in which so-called “Election Integrity Roundtables” are being used to mislead the people of Wisconsin. “It’s incredibly disappointing to see former