UW System: Regents announce outstanding UW System teachers for 2022
MADISON, Wis.—The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents today announced the recipients of its 30th annual Teaching Excellence Awards. They will be honored April 8 at the next Regents meeting. The awards recognize outstanding teaching and are the UW System’s highest recognition
A Better Wisconsin Together: Robin Vos and Michael Gableman celebrate ‘Tell a Lie Day’ by making the Big Lie even bigger
MADISON, Wis. — In a fruitless tailspin of secrecy and incompetence, Republican officials in Wisconsin refuse to give up their sham inquiry into the long ago decided 2020 election, continuing the Big Lie that has so far delivered nothing but insults
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Attends White House trucking event
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin attended an event today at the White House focused on investments in the trucking industry, including her Promoting Women in Trucking Workforce Act, which was part of the bipartisan infrastructure law signed by President Biden.
WI National Guard: Change of command ceremony for 64th Troop Command puts spotlight on family and community
MADISON, Wis. — Col. John Morgen officially relinquished command of the Wisconsin Army National Guard’s 64th Troop Command to incoming commander, Lt. Col. Jade Beehler, during a formal change of command ceremony April 2 at the Armed Forces Reserve Center
UW-Madison: UW-Madison professor shapes United Nations report on climate change
MADISON – The latest Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) report urges immediate action to limit greenhouse gas emissions in all sectors of the economy, including energy, transportation, construction, manufacturing and agriculture. “The report documents the options available to us
Godlewski campaign: PHOTO RECAP: Sarah Godlewski helps get out the vote across Wisconsin ahead of Tuesday’s spring election
Over the weekend, Sarah traveled across the state to fire up volunteers, knock on doors and get out the vote for the April 5th elections. Sarah knows how important it is to help elect Democrats all the way down the
Dept. of Health Services: Gov. Evers and DHS recognize state workers and interagency cooperation for PPE distribution in Wisconsin
Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) today recognized the dedication, resilience, and ingenuity of the state agencies and workers involved in building a program to acquire, maintain, and distribute the state’s personal protective equipment (PPE)
WILL: Small business owners sue cable giant Comcast for illegal race discrimination
WILL represents business owners in challenge to grant program that violates federal prohibition on racial qualifications The News: Four small business owners filed a federal lawsuit against Comcast Cable Communications Management, LLC for developing and implementing a small business program
Roth campaign: Announces first month fundraising haul
Contact: Matt Henkel (608) 387-9519 Appleton, WI – The Roger Roth for Lieutenant Governor campaign announced today that it raised $150,000 in the first month of the campaign, bringing total cash on hand to over $500,000. “Since announcing my run for
Marquette University: Receives STARS Bronze rating for comprehensive sustainability achievements
MILWAUKEE — Marquette has received a STARS Bronze rating in recognition of its sustainability achievements from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE). STARS, the Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System measures and encourages sustainability in
Schroeder Campaign: Fire the Wisconsin Elections Commission and the Administrator should resign
I travel Wisconsin and hear the voices of the residents of the state, the message is clear wherever I go. The Wisconsin Elections Commission needs to be FIRED and the Administrator should resign. As the only candidate for Secretary of
Sen. Ballweg: Session series: Wins for agriculture
In the 2021-22 legislative session, I not only chaired the Senate Committee on Agriculture and Tourism, I also had the opportunity to lead investments in this industry during the budget process as a member of the Joint Committee on Finance
Dept. of Natural Resources: Adds new property in Washington County
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the department is resuming management of Lizard Mound County Park in Washington County. The property has been publicly managed for over 72 years, first by the DNR from 1950
Dept. of Justice: AG Kaul, DATCP announce enforcement action against extended vehicle warranty telemarketer
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ), acting on a referral from the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), has filed a civil enforcement action against New Jersey-based firm N.C.W.C., Inc., for violations of Wisconsin
Rep. Brandtjen: Tone deaf Gov. Evers vetoes bill to keep our cities safe
Madison – State Representative Janel Brandtjen (R- Menomonee Falls) issued the following statement regarding the Governor’s veto of the bill requiring at least one retired police officer or firefighter to be included on the Madison and Milwaukee Police & Fire
Dept. of Transportation: ‘Every second matters’: Driving distractions on the rise
April Law of the Month emphasizes dangers of distracted driving When a driver takes their attention off their most important task, they put themselves and others at risk. Distracted driving is a growing problem on Wisconsin roads. More than 10,000
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Consumer advisory: Cyclospora found in Ocean Mist Farms brand romaine hearts
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is alerting consumers to avoid eating a specific lot of Ocean Mist Farms brand romaine hearts sold at several stores throughout Wisconsin. The Minnesota Department of Agriculture
Public Service Commission: Urges customers to seek assistance before moratorium on utility disconnections ends
MADISON – The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC or Commission) encourages electric, natural gas, and water utility customers with outstanding bills to make payment arrangements with their provider or apply for financial assistance before the annual winter heating moratorium
Dept. of Public Instruction: Building worlds at your local public library
A joint editorial by State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly and State Librarian Tessa Michaelson Schmidt When we were children, we both loved going to our local public libraries. If our parents wondered where we were, chances were pretty good that