U.S. Sen. Johnson: Announces mobile office hours
WASHINGTON – U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) announced that his staff will be available for mobile office hours at the times and locations listed below. These office hours give constituents the opportunity to meet with Sen. Johnson’s staff to request assistance
Harris campaign: Madison and La Crosse rally behind Vice President Kamala Harris, slam Donald Trump’s extremist agenda
Local leaders and community members in Madison and La Crosse came together today to voice support for Vice President Kamala Harris. Speakers highlighted the historic legislative success of the Biden-Harris administration as well as the Vice President’s career as District
WisDems: Extremist JD Vance wants a national abortion ban
MADISON, Wis. — In alarming new audio that surfaced last night, Donald Trump’s vice presidential nominee JD Vance says he is “sympathetic to” new national bans to prevent women traveling across state lines for reproductive care. Arguing for new national restrictions on
Harris campaign: “Despite Republican overtures, Wisconsin labor backs Harris”
Wisconsin union members aren’t buying Donald Trump and JD Vance’s overtures and are instead endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris for her strong record of supporting Wisconsin workers and building a future where every person has the opportunity to not just
Libertarian Party of Wisconsin: Confirms Oliver/ter Maat presidential ticket with Wisconsin Elections Commission
The Libertarian Party of Wisconsin (LPWI) has ensured ballot access for the Chase Oliver presidential campaign in Wisconsin, giving voters a much-needed alternative this November. Chase Oliver was elected as the presidential candidate of the Libertarian Party at the party’s
USDA NASS: Wisconsin ag news – farm production expenditures
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Dept. of Transportation: Wisconsin State Patrol welcomes 23 new officers at graduation, including first lateral recruit class
The Wisconsin State Patrol welcomed 23 new officers on Friday, July 26, 2024, at its annual graduation ceremony in Wisconsin Dells. The new troopers are part of the agency’s 69th Recruit Class and 70th Recruit Class. This milestone recognizes the completion of
U.S. Rep. Fitzgerald: Introduces bill to ban private interest funding for state attorney generals
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued a statement following the introduction of his new bill, the Ensuring State Attorney General Accountability Act. This bill would prohibit private interest funding to any attorney general of a state for the purpose of a lawsuit,
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley: Recognizes 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act
MILWAUKEE – Today, July 26, 2024, is the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) being signed into law. Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley celebrated this occasion during a proclamation ceremony and community resource fair at Gordon Park with local leaders, advocates,
Dept. of Natural Resources: Emerald ash borer now confirmed
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) confirms the detection of emerald ash borer (EAB) in Burnett County, which means the pest has now been confirmed in all 72 of Wisconsin’s counties. DNR staff responded to a report
Gov. Evers: Grants 153 pardons, bringing total pardons granted to 1,264
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he has granted another 153 pardons, bringing his total number of pardons granted to 1,264. “Learning about the lives, jobs, and families of the folks who’ve worked hard to learn and grow from their past mistakes continues to be one of many rewarding parts of
Green Party: Announcing candidate for WI Governor ‘26
Grandmother Ignored and Frustrated, Decides To Run For Governor of WI When: Saturday July 26, 1:00pm Where: Urban Park, 1070 E Michigan St, Milwaukee, (located just south of the Art Museum and
Hovde campaign: New ad sets the record straight on U.S. Sen. Baldwin’s lies
MADISON — Wisconsin entrepreneur Eric Hovde today released an ad calling out Sen. Baldwin’s lies. The ad highlights that Sen. Baldwin has resorted to lies and politics of personal destruction in an attempt to distract voters from her record of failure,
Dept. of Workforce Development: Awards eight school districts equipment grants
MADISON – The Department of Workforce Development (DWD) has awarded $206,130.68 in Regional Career and Education Equipment grants to eight school districts in Southeast Wisconsin. The funding will help schools prepare students for quality jobs and address the state’s skilled
Wisconsin Historical Society: Announces Winners of 2024 Board of Curators Awards
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Historical Society is pleased to announce the 2024 winners of the annual Board of Curators Awards, which recognize individuals and organizations across the state for exceptional work aligned with the Society’s mission to connect people
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Introduces bill to rein in private equity in health care
WISCONSIN – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and her colleagues introduced the Health Over Wealth Act, legislation that would require greater transparency for private equity firms and for-profit companies that own health care entities, including hospitals, nursing homes, and mental or behavioral health
Rep. Moore Omokunde: Introducing Vel Phillips Observance Day
MILWAUKEE–State Representative Supreme Moore Omokunde (D-17) plans to introduce legislation that will make February 18th, Vel R. Phillips’s birthday, a special observance day in Wisconsin public schools. If passed, this bill would make Vel Phillips the first Black woman to
Shankland campaign: Rebecca Cooke caught lying about her background as a political fundraiser, backs out of debate, and begs for dark money help against Shankland
STEVENS POINT, WI – Wisconsin voters in the 3rd Congressional District yesterday learned a lot about the real Rebecca Cooke. Cooke has fashioned herself as “just a waitress,” a “small business owner,” and a “nonprofit leader,” but it turns out that
Dept. of Natural Resources: Bobcat and fisher application permit deadline is Aug. 1
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters and trappers that the deadline to apply for a bobcat or fisher permit is Aug. 1, 2024. The DNR regulates the harvest of bobcat and fisher through a permitting
Gov. Evers: Appoints Douglas Hoffer to the Eau Claire County Circuit Court
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today his appointment of Douglas Hoffer to the Eau Claire County Circuit Court – Branch 2. The appointment will fill the vacancy being created by Judge Michael A. Schumacher’s resignation. Hoffer will complete a term ending