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Putin, greenlighted by Trump, will not stop at Ukraine’s borders.

Given the turmoil, literal and rhetorical, context is important. A basic fact of life is that the United States does not willingly tolerate hostile regimes in the Americas. The Monroe Doctrine stated this concern early.
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers this week is kicking off the holiday season, celebrating “Shop Small Wisconsin Season” and encouraging Wisconsinites to shop at Wisconsin’s many local small businesses during the holidays. For the fifth consecutive year, Gov. Evers has proclaimed the weeks
Lancaster, WI (December 1, 2025) – Today, Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) formally endorsed David Varnam for Lieutenant Governor of Wisconsin. “From skyrocketing costs to failing to protect our children in classrooms, the legacy Sara Rodriguez leaves behind is damning. David
Individuals And Groups Honored For Work On Managing Invasive Species MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the Wisconsin Invasive Species Council is accepting nominations for the 22nd annual Invasive Species Action Awards now through Feb. 15,
MADISON, WI – Today, State Representative William Penterman is calling on Governor Tony Evers to correct the record after misleading Wisconsin families about gas prices. In a social media post yesterday, Governor Evers falsely claimed that gas prices are rising, even as recent reports show they
MADISON—Today, as signature gathering opens for nomination papers so candidates can be placed on the spring ballot, six Dane County Circuit Court Judges have stepped forward to announce their support for Judge Ben Jones to continue serving in Branch 1.
Governor Tony Evers proclaimed today (Dec. 1) as Snowplow Driver Appreciation Day in Wisconsin to celebrate the men and women who brave winter’s worst to keep Wisconsin’s roads safe and passable. Together with the Wisconsin County Highway Association (WCHA), the
Eau Claire, WI – After nearly eight years of service on the Eau Claire City Council, including almost three years as Council President, Emily Berge announced today that she will not seek another term. Instead, she will focus on her
MADISON, Wis. – As the holidays approach and the giving season begins, the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) and the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) have partnered to help consumers protect their money and personal information ahead
MADISON, Wis. – Identity thieves take full advantage of the holiday season by impersonating popular businesses and soliciting consumers’ personal information for dishonest reasons. To protect themselves from identity theft during this holiday season and year-round, consumers need to keep
MADISON, Wis. – The holidays are a busy time for Wisconsin consumers, and scammers are eager to take advantage of the hustle and bustle. Scammers want to steal consumers’ money and personal information, and they know the best tricks to

Buc-ee’s is set to soon break ground on its first Wisconsin location in Oak Creek, while officials seek more legislation to fund interchange upgrades for a second potential location in DeForest.

Putin, greenlighted by Trump, will not stop at Ukraine’s borders.

Given the turmoil, literal and rhetorical, context is important. A basic fact of life is that the United States does not willingly tolerate hostile regimes in the Americas. The Monroe Doctrine stated this concern early.
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers this week is kicking off the holiday season, celebrating “Shop Small Wisconsin Season” and encouraging Wisconsinites to shop at Wisconsin’s many local small businesses during the holidays. For the fifth consecutive year, Gov. Evers has proclaimed the weeks between Small Business Saturday through the end of the year
Lancaster, WI (December 1, 2025) – Today, Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) formally endorsed David Varnam for Lieutenant Governor of Wisconsin. “From skyrocketing costs to failing to protect our children in classrooms, the legacy Sara Rodriguez leaves behind is damning. David Varnam has spent his life doing what’s best for families
Individuals And Groups Honored For Work On Managing Invasive Species MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the Wisconsin Invasive Species Council is accepting nominations for the 22nd annual Invasive Species Action Awards now through Feb. 15, 2026. Award recipients are Wisconsin residents and organizations who have
MADISON, WI – Today, State Representative William Penterman is calling on Governor Tony Evers to correct the record after misleading Wisconsin families about gas prices. In a social media post yesterday, Governor Evers falsely claimed that gas prices are rising, even as recent reports show they are at the lowest level in four years. “Unfortunately, Governor
MADISON—Today, as signature gathering opens for nomination papers so candidates can be placed on the spring ballot, six Dane County Circuit Court Judges have stepped forward to announce their support for Judge Ben Jones to continue serving in Branch 1. These endorsements come from Judge Diane Schlipper (Circuit Court Branch
Governor Tony Evers proclaimed today (Dec. 1) as Snowplow Driver Appreciation Day in Wisconsin to celebrate the men and women who brave winter’s worst to keep Wisconsin’s roads safe and passable. Together with the Wisconsin County Highway Association (WCHA), the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) reminds motorists to slow down
Eau Claire, WI – After nearly eight years of service on the Eau Claire City Council, including almost three years as Council President, Emily Berge announced today that she will not seek another term. Instead, she will focus on her congressional campaign, carrying forward the work she has championed locally
MADISON, Wis. – As the holidays approach and the giving season begins, the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) and the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) have partnered to help consumers protect their money and personal information ahead of Giving Tuesday on December 2, 2025. “Giving Tuesday celebrates
MADISON, Wis. – Identity thieves take full advantage of the holiday season by impersonating popular businesses and soliciting consumers’ personal information for dishonest reasons. To protect themselves from identity theft during this holiday season and year-round, consumers need to keep their data and personal information secure while they shop and
MADISON, Wis. – The holidays are a busy time for Wisconsin consumers, and scammers are eager to take advantage of the hustle and bustle. Scammers want to steal consumers’ money and personal information, and they know the best tricks to do it. It is important that consumers know how to

Buc-ee’s is set to soon break ground on its first Wisconsin location in Oak Creek, while officials seek more legislation to fund interchange upgrades for a second potential location in DeForest.