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WISCONSIN – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) released the following statement after President Trump bypassed Senators Baldwin and Ron Johnson’s (R-WI) bipartisan judicial nominating commission and installed failed politician Brad Schimel for a top prosecutor job in Wisconsin: “Over the
MADISON – The WMC Litigation Center, a non-profit law firm affiliated with Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC), filed a lawsuit against the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) on behalf of Steve and Mary Benaszeski. The lawsuit will determine whether the
GREEN BAY — Sen. Kelda Roys and Sen. Jamie Wall announced today the S.A.F.E. Kids Act, which will protect children from harmful social media practices without prohibiting them from using social media or putting unrealistic limits on tech companies or
Outstanding Families Awards presented during Adoption month MADISON ― The Wisconsin Department of Children and Families (DCF) honored 10 relative, like-kin, foster and adoptive families today at the Governor’s Outstanding Families Awards. The awards were presented during a celebration at
UW-Stout mechanical engineering senior honored to ‘protect our country’ as federal employee Menomonie, Wis. – University of Wisconsin-Stout mechanical engineering senior Heidi Benningfield received more than tuition and an internship through the U.S. military’s SMART Scholarship program: After graduation, she’s guaranteed a
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters to follow safety precautions before, during and after any hunting activities this fall. Virtually all hunting incidents can be attributed to a violation of one or more of the
Crash Responder Safety Week proclaimed for Nov. 17-21 The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is joining partners throughout the state and country this week to remind motorists that “safety starts with you – move over or slow down” for flashing
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) confirms that a Richland County deer farm has tested positive for chronic wasting disease (CWD). The result was confirmed by the National Veterinary Services Laboratories (NVSL) in Ames,
We share Representative Goeben’s goal of ensuring safe and respectful learning environments for all students and staff. However, Assembly Bills AB613 and AB614 fail to offer the thoughtful, sustainable solutions that Wisconsin families and schools deserve. These proposals do not
Water guzzling, jobs costing, high tech monsters or the future of communications and business. Those extremes can all be found in news coverage and discussions of data centers.
We can support decent conditions in our prisons and still remember who the justice system was built to protect.
What began as an exchange between individual researchers has become a partnership that reflects how science can advance discovery, education and innovation on a global scale.
Dramatically fewer University of Wisconsin System students are pursuing degrees in the humanities — including English, history and the arts — than a decade ago.
Although the new cut scores get the blame for inflating school and district performance, the real culprit is the practice of category weighting.
Funded by a U.S. Department of Education grant, the program will provide hands-on training for Wisconsin teachers to strengthen history education and student engagement STEVENS POINT, Wis. – The Wisconsin Historical Society, in partnership with National History Day® (NHD), is
Our little neighborhood bar, the Harmony Bar & Grill, attempted to work with the state’s energy efficiency program, Focus on Energy, as we upgraded refrigeration, HVAC, insulation and advanced energy controls to maximal EnergyStar standards. At every turn, Focus blocked these Inflation Reduction Act-eligible energy efficiency investments.
Plastics are not just a pollution problem — they are a fossil-fuel problem, a public-health problem, and a climate problem.
Expressing frustration or disappointment is natural, but we must avoid rhetoric that inadvertently undermines our own causes, provides ammunition for those who would use our words against us, and could lead to our own peril.
Rodriguez’s campaign of affordability, freedom, and opportunity continues to build statewide support and momentum WAUKESHA, WI—Lt. Governor Sara Rodriguez announced today that she has earned the endorsement of local leaders, elected officials, and community advocates from all 72 counties in
On Election Day, voters took a big step toward a Democratic wave in 2026. Democratic unity is essential to winning a Democratic-led Congress.
WISCONSIN – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) released the following statement after President Trump bypassed Senators Baldwin and Ron Johnson’s (R-WI) bipartisan judicial nominating commission and installed failed politician Brad Schimel for a top prosecutor job in Wisconsin: “Over the years, Senator Johnson and I have worked together to set
MADISON – The WMC Litigation Center, a non-profit law firm affiliated with Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC), filed a lawsuit against the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) on behalf of Steve and Mary Benaszeski. The lawsuit will determine whether the DNR can hold Wisconsinites liable for contamination they did not
GREEN BAY — Sen. Kelda Roys and Sen. Jamie Wall announced today the S.A.F.E. Kids Act, which will protect children from harmful social media practices without prohibiting them from using social media or putting unrealistic limits on tech companies or users. Ad-based social media platforms profit by creating addictive, and
Outstanding Families Awards presented during Adoption month MADISON ― The Wisconsin Department of Children and Families (DCF) honored 10 relative, like-kin, foster and adoptive families today at the Governor’s Outstanding Families Awards. The awards were presented during a celebration at the Pyle Center as part of Wisconsin’s month- long proclaimed Adoption
UW-Stout mechanical engineering senior honored to ‘protect our country’ as federal employee Menomonie, Wis. – University of Wisconsin-Stout mechanical engineering senior Heidi Benningfield received more than tuition and an internship through the U.S. military’s SMART Scholarship program: After graduation, she’s guaranteed a job with the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters to follow safety precautions before, during and after any hunting activities this fall. Virtually all hunting incidents can be attributed to a violation of one or more of the four basic rules of firearm safety, commonly known as TAB-K:
Crash Responder Safety Week proclaimed for Nov. 17-21 The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is joining partners throughout the state and country this week to remind motorists that “safety starts with you – move over or slow down” for flashing lights on the side of the road to keep first
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) confirms that a Richland County deer farm has tested positive for chronic wasting disease (CWD). The result was confirmed by the National Veterinary Services Laboratories (NVSL) in Ames, Iowa. The positive result came from a 3-year-old buck. The
We share Representative Goeben’s goal of ensuring safe and respectful learning environments for all students and staff. However, Assembly Bills AB613 and AB614 fail to offer the thoughtful, sustainable solutions that Wisconsin families and schools deserve. These proposals do not address the root causes of current behavioral challenges and the
Water guzzling, jobs costing, high tech monsters or the future of communications and business. Those extremes can all be found in news coverage and discussions of data centers.
We can support decent conditions in our prisons and still remember who the justice system was built to protect.
What began as an exchange between individual researchers has become a partnership that reflects how science can advance discovery, education and innovation on a global scale.
Dramatically fewer University of Wisconsin System students are pursuing degrees in the humanities — including English, history and the arts — than a decade ago.
Although the new cut scores get the blame for inflating school and district performance, the real culprit is the practice of category weighting.
Funded by a U.S. Department of Education grant, the program will provide hands-on training for Wisconsin teachers to strengthen history education and student engagement STEVENS POINT, Wis. – The Wisconsin Historical Society, in partnership with National History Day® (NHD), is proud to announce new professional development opportunities for Wisconsin educators
Our little neighborhood bar, the Harmony Bar & Grill, attempted to work with the state’s energy efficiency program, Focus on Energy, as we upgraded refrigeration, HVAC, insulation and advanced energy controls to maximal EnergyStar standards. At every turn, Focus blocked these Inflation Reduction Act-eligible energy efficiency investments.
Plastics are not just a pollution problem — they are a fossil-fuel problem, a public-health problem, and a climate problem.
Expressing frustration or disappointment is natural, but we must avoid rhetoric that inadvertently undermines our own causes, provides ammunition for those who would use our words against us, and could lead to our own peril.
Rodriguez’s campaign of affordability, freedom, and opportunity continues to build statewide support and momentum WAUKESHA, WI—Lt. Governor Sara Rodriguez announced today that she has earned the endorsement of local leaders, elected officials, and community advocates from all 72 counties in Wisconsin, underscoring her growing grassroots strength and broad appeal across
On Election Day, voters took a big step toward a Democratic wave in 2026. Democratic unity is essential to winning a Democratic-led Congress.