Dept. of Justice: AG Kaul joins 21 states opposing President Trump’s military deployment in California

MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul announced on Thursday that he has filed an amicus brief with leaders from 21 states supporting California’s request for a court order blocking the president’s unlawful federalization and deployment of that state’s National Guard. “The Trump administration’s eagerness to deploy the military in an American

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Weekly GOP radio address: June is Dairy Month

Hi, I’m Representative Jeff Mursau and I represent the 36 th Assembly District in Northeastern Wisconsin. I wanted to take a bit of your time today to talk to you about June as Dairy Month not only in Wisconsin, but throughout the nation. Wisconsin is proudly known as “America’s Dairyland.”

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Gov. Evers: Orders flags to half-staff in honor of former Wisconsin National Guard Adjutant General Maj. Gen. Jerome “Jerry” Berard  

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers signed Executive Order #266 ordering the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff on Fri., June 13, 2025, in honor of former Maj. Gen. Jerome “Jerry” Berard, who passed away on Mon., Jan 27, 2025, at the age of 87. “Former Adjutant General Maj. Gen.

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Dept. of Public Instruction: State Superintendent Dr. Underly calls for bold, lasting investment in Wisconsin’s public schools

MADISON — Ahead of today’s Joint Committee on Finance executive session on the 2025-27 biennial budget, State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly is calling on Wisconsin lawmakers to prioritize public education by delivering funding that is flexible, spendable and predictable. “This budget is much more than dollars — it’s about our

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Bill would enter WI into multi-state cosmetology licensing compact

Authors of a bill to enter Wisconsin into a multi-state licensure compact say it would break down employment barriers for cosmetology professionals looking to work in the state.  Sen. Andre Jacque, R-New Franken, and Rep. Joy Goeben, R-Hobart, are circulating a cosponsorship memo on the legislation, which would ratify and

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THU News Summary: Stakeholders raise concerns at public hearing about effectiveness of Knowles-Nelson Stewardship program renewal bill

TOP STORIES Knowles-Nelson supporters worry a ‘trailer bill’ could complicate renewal … Assembly Committee on Forestry, Parks and Outdoor Recreation held a hearing June 11 on [Kurtz-Testin] bill aimed at reauthorizing the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship program, only about a week after the bill was introduced. While most of the testimony was

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Dept. of Financial Institutions: Marks World Elder Abuse Awareness Day & promotes awareness of social isolation’s impact on older investors

MADISON, Wis. – Today, in recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15, 2025, the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) is raising awareness about the devasting impact social isolation can have on older investors in Wisconsin. Social isolation, whether voluntary or involuntary, significantly contributes to the financial exploitation of older investors.

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Wisconsin Farmers Union: Free camps return across Wisconsin this summer

CHIPPEWA FALLS – Farmers Union Day Camps are returning to communities across Wisconsin this summer. These free, one-day events are open to all youth and aim to inspire the next generation of leaders through hands-on learning rooted in cooperation, community, and agriculture. Several of the camps will take place on working

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UW-Stout: International Molded Fiber Association awards student first place for sustainable packaging solution

Menomonie, Wis. – Packaging students from University of Wisconsin-Stout won first place among university teams from around the globe in the 2025 International Molded Fiber Association Student Competition. Preston Briggs, Traverse City, Michigan; Hunter Clausen, Woodville; Lukas David, Johnson Creek; and Isaiah Sparks, St. Paul, created a sustainable packaging solution

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Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce: The Evers budget threatens state business climate

MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) – the combined state chamber and manufacturers’ association – released a new video Thursday detailing the governor’s proposal for the state budget. Earlier this year, Governor Evers unveiled his budget proposal ahead of the expiration of the state’s current biennial budget on June 30th. WMC’s General Counsel and

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