MADISON – Wisconsin Conservation Voters issued this statement on the tragic events at the Oneida Casino complex on May 1. “We’re heartbroken for the victims of yet another deadly shooting in Wisconsin and the country. We grieve alongside the families, friends, and loved ones of the victims. With our own family, friends, loved ones, employees and allies – both personal and professional – in the Green Bay area and the Oneida Nation, this unspeakable violence is yet another instance that shatters the well-being and sense of safety in our communities. And for communities already under siege by racism and with

(MADISON) — Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler issued the following statement in response to Saturday night’s tragic shooting at the Oneida Casino complex in Ashwaubenon: “All of us at the Democratic Party of Wisconsin are heartbroken for the victims of the Oneida Casino shooting and their families. As we begin to emerge from the pandemic and look forward to a measure of normalcy in our lives, this attack is yet another reminder that senseless acts of gun violence have become brutally normal, in Wisconsin and around the country. We don’t have to live like this. We can do better, and

Wisconsin’s tax season was extended to May 17 this year due to COVID-19. To date, 2.55 million tax filers submitted returns out of an expected 3 million. “This year, like last year, has been a difficult one,” noted Secretary Peter Barca. “I’m pleased we are able to better accommodate the needs of Wisconsin’s taxpayers both with the extended filing deadline and extended customer service call center hours. The additional time is one small way we can assist our customers during this pandemic.” People may use the free, fast and accurate Wisconsin e-file online tool to file their state income taxes, or they

(MADISON) — In an op-ed in the Wisconsin State Journal over the weekend, Gov. Tony Evers applauded President Biden’s leadership during his first 100 days in office and thanked the Biden administration for helping Wisconsin bounce back from the pandemic. Gov. Evers has spent a lot of time talking to Wisconsinites from every corner of the state, and he knows “Wisconsin’s families need relief now.” That’s why Gov. Evers is working hard to quickly distribute funds from the Biden administration’s American Rescue Plan and has introduced the Badger Bounceback agenda, a plan to invest in our infrastructure, support small businesses, expand access to quality, affordable health

We at AARP Wisconsin are extremely disappointed with the actions taken last Friday by members of the state’s Joint Finance Committee, who proposed a resolution that removes most of Governor Evers’ nearly 300 proposed state budget items without taking an appropriate amount of time to consider the testimony and online comments of thousands of Wisconsinites. The JFC held three in-person state budget hearings, but offered only one virtual budget hearing, despite the fact that many residents are still hesitant to gather in large indoor spaces due to COVID-19 concerns. This resulted in many citizens not having an opportunity to testify

The eastbound Madison Beltline (US 12/18) ramp to northbound Fish Hatchery Road will be closed starting 7 p.m. Monday (April 26) until the evening of Monday, May 3. Motorists must use alternate local routes during the closure. The Beltline ramps at Todd Drive and the eastbound Beltline ramp to southbound Fish Hatchery Road will reopen on Monday night (April 26). The ramp closure and work operations are weather dependent and subject to change. This construction project – scheduled for completion in December 2021 – is improving the Madison Beltline inside median shoulders for use as an additional travel lane during

MADISON, Wis. — Republicans on the Joint Finance Committee, the legislative committee responsible for the state budget, announced their intent to vote this week to strip hundreds of provisions from Governor Evers’ Badger Bounceback budget proposal. The procedural move is intended to stifle the voices of the majority of Wisconsinites by trying to prevent debates in the committee on popular policies that legislative Republicans want to eliminate from the budget. While they might try, they will fail to quiet the voices of Wisconsinites who are calling for racial equity, affordable healthcare, the freedom to vote, clean air and water, investments in

The Wisconsin State Patrol (WSP) is currently recruiting women and men ready to begin a rewarding career in law enforcement. “We’re looking for a diverse group of candidates who share the mission of serving and protecting the citizens and visitors of this state,” WSP Superintendent Anthony Burrell said. “No law enforcement experience is needed. In fact, we welcome people who are looking for a new, meaningful career start.” Qualified candidates must pass physical readiness testing, background investigation, interview, and pre-employment medical and psychological exams. Applicants have five years from their date of hire with the State Patrol to earn an associate degree

La Crosse, WI – Today, Rep. Ron Kind announced that Wisconsin restaurants will be able to apply for direct relief through the Restaurant Revitalization Fund beginning Monday, May 3. The $28.6 billion Restaurant Revitalization Fund was created by the American Rescue Plan that Rep. Kind helped pass last month.  The law incorporated key provisions from the RESTAURANTS Act, which Rep. Kind also co-sponsored in the previous Congress. “Our restaurants and small businesses are the heart of our local communities, but unfortunately, they’ve been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Rep. Ron Kind. “Ensuring restaurants are able to keep their doors open and employees on payroll is crucial to our recovery as we