MADISON, WI – Yesterday, the Republican controlled Joint Finance Committee voted to block critical funding for K-12 public education, all while raising property taxes.  Representative Hong released the following statement:  “Legislative Republicans have once again betrayed our students, educators, families, and public schools.  Amid growing federal cuts to education and already

MILWAUKEE – The following statement was issued by Dr. Howard Fuller, JoAnne Anton, and Mark Sain, co-chairs of the Milwaukee Reading Coalition: We are encouraged to see Governor Evers prioritize literacy initiatives through the release of the independent instructional audit of Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS). The audit rightly emphasizes science-based reading

State Representative Christian Phelps (D-Eau Claire) released the following statement in response to the Joint Finance Committee’s actions on June 12, 2025: “The Joint Finance Committee Republicans’ action yesterday – passing an education budget motion that increases spending on private education by $30 million, but includes only 37.5% special education funding for

MADISON, Wis. -Yesterday, the Committee on Joint Finance took action on multiple budget proposals. Rep. Palmeri released the following statement: “I was disappointed to see that the majority party on the Committee on Joint Finance did not increase payments for municipalities under the Municipal Services Payment Program. In 2024, the

A protest is scheduled for Sunday, June 15 at 5:30 pm at Red Arrow Park MILWAUKEE (Jun. 13, 2025) – This morning the Milwaukee Anti-war Committee announced a Hands Off Iran protest scheduled for Sunday, June 15 at 5:30 pm at Red Arrow Park. The protest is in response to

River Falls, WI — Representative Shannon Zimmerman (R–River Falls) released the following statement following the Joint Committee on Finance’s executive session, where he voted to advance major tax relief: “The tax relief package my Republican colleagues and I supported is designed to directly benefit middle class families and retirees. I’m

Grant to create Wisconsin Great Lakes Coastal Leadership Academy, bolster state’s ability to identify and address coastal hazards and resilience MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA), announced today that the Wisconsin Coastal Management Program (WCMP) has been awarded a $209,894 grant through the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Project of Special Merit competition to create the Wisconsin Great Lakes Coastal

The top safety tip is to always wear your life jacket on the water, and make sure there are life jackets for all on board the vessel. / Photo Credit: Wisconsin DNR Hitting the water this weekend? Make safety a priority for all on board. Before heading to the launch, review

Heather DuBois Bourenane, Executive Director, Wisconsin Public Education Network and Sandy Whisler, President, Wisconsin Alliance for Excellent Schools, released the following statement today in response to the Joint Finance Committee’s proposal to deny even an inflationary increase to public school funding for the 2025-2027 biennium.  “Last night the Joint Committee

(Washington, D.C.) – In response to Israel’s successful preemptive strike against Iran, Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-WI) voiced strong support for Israel’s right to defend itself: “It was with satisfaction that I received the news that Israel successfully interrupted Iran’s plans to produce nuclear weapons,” said Grothman. “Israel has every right to defend

Second of two audits directed by the governor proposes nearly 40 actionable recommendations for systemic instructional changes at MPS to accelerate student outcomes and well-being  MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today released the second of two independent audits of Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS). This is the second of two comprehensive,

Rep. Scott Allen (R-Waukesha) released the following statement regarding “No Kings Day”: “Every June 14 we celebrate Flag Day as a national observance that recognizes ‘Old Glory’ as an enduring symbol of freedom, sacrifice, and patriotism. This year’s Flag Day also marks the 250th birthday of the U.S. Army. Across America,

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement in response to Israel’s strike against Iran. “I strongly support Israel’s right to defend itself in the face of escalating threats from Iran, which is the world’s foremost state sponsor of terrorism.  “President Trump and Secretary Rubio have made clear

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is still accepting applications for the Shooting Range Grant Program through July 15, 2025.  The grant program provides financial assistance for safe and accessible firearm or archery recreational shooting opportunities for the public. Managers of public and private shooting ranges that meet public

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue a permit for the incidental taking of a rare fish, which may result from the Rothschild Dam – Timber Crib Spillway Reconstruction Project in Marathon County. Incidental take refers to the unintentional loss of individual endangered or threatened animals or plants that