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CHICAGO (May 19, 2026) – U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced more than $15 million in new Emerging Contaminants in Small or Disadvantaged Communities (EC-SDC) grant funding to address PFAS and emerging contaminants in Wisconsin communities that need it most. This
MADISON, WIS. – Chadwick M. Elgersma, United States Attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin, announced that Adam Gurney, 30, Janesville, Wisconsin, was sentenced earlier this month by U.S. District Judge William M. Conley to 5 years in federal prison for receiving child pornography. The prison term will be followed by
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced he has appointed 24 individuals to serve on the state’s new Wild Rice Stewardship Council, created by the governor via Executive Order #277 on Indigenous Peoples’ Day in October 2025. Members include representatives from each of the 11 federally recognized Tribes in Wisconsin, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), the Wisconsin Department
When Jacob Oberg prepared to graduate with a bachelor’s in professional studies from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, attending the commencement ceremony on May 16 was not part of the plan. The U.S. Marine Corps and Army veteran lives in
May 19, 2026 (Milwaukee)—Mount Mary University was named one of the 2026 Top Colleges for Innovation by Insight Into Academia magazine, the nation’s longest-running publication for advancing best practices in higher education. The award is a prestigious national distinction honoring colleges and universities that embrace creativity and transformative initiatives within their teaching, learning, research and support systems to
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Wisconsin released a speedy-trial toolkit to help incarcerated Wisconsinites access the resources they need to assert their rights in the legal system. The guide is intended for individuals facing criminal charges who are not represented
MADISON, Wis. – Former Dane County Sheriff Dave Mahoney today endorsed Clark County Circuit Court Judge Lyndsey Brunette for Wisconsin Supreme Court, praising her record as a prosecutor and her deep understanding of how the justice system affects people and
MILWAUKEE – Approximately 70 attendees gathered at the Medical College of Wisconsin Kerrigan Auditorium May 12 to participate in the training seminar, Tier One: Introduction to Military Experience Culture and the Military-Connected Experience, offered by Star Behavioral Health Providers (SBHP). The
MADISON, WI – May 19, 2026 -The Dane County Park Commission will hold a hybrid public hearing on Wednesday, June 10 at 5:30 p.m. to review proposed 2027 park fees. Community members may attend in person or virtually via Zoom. Each year,
Alongside more than 100 of their peers, three UW-Stout students were honored as Outstanding Student Leaders of the Year at the annual Leadership Awards on May 6, for their commitment, involvement and service around campus and the Menomonie community: Each outstanding student
WHITEHALL, Wis. – The Trempealeau County District Attorney’s Office collaborated with Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin and New Horizons on May 18th to help spotlight the rights and resources readily available to victims. Through a series of eight silhouettes inside the courthouse,
The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) has successfully secured a major settlement with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), triggering the end of race- and sex-based programs that harmed American farmers for decades. Following a federal
Oshkosh, WI — Yee Leng Xiong, candidate for Wisconsin State Treasurer, will be visiting the Winnebago County Democratic Party Office located in Oshkosh, WI on May 22, 2026 at 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM to meet with community members, discuss
[MADISON, WI, May 19, 2026] As Transgender and Gender Diverse legislators from across the state of Wisconsin, we understand the importance of working with community partners. We also rely on our partners to make decisions that care for our constituents
The community is invited to join City leaders and neighbors in a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Country Grove Park at 3:30pm on Thursday, May 21, 2026. The event celebrates a new park shelter, futsal court, and relocated basketball court in this nearly 45-acre community
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC), today announced $60 million to expand access to high-speed internet in unserved communities through the State Broadband Expansion Grant Program. The grant funding is available to organizations, telecommunications utilities, or a
The deal was worked out between Gov. Tony Evers, Assembly Speaker Robin Vos and Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu, all of whom are retiring.
Could you use an extra $300 or $600 right now? A proposed Wisconsin bill aimed at helping taxpayers and schools is now dead after lawmakers rejected the deal.
Measures like this do not strengthen democracy, they weaken voter choice and make it harder for grassroots candidates, independent candidates, and third parties to compete in Wisconsin elections.
The conversation about our energy future should not be driven by ideology. It should be driven by reliability, affordability, environmental stewardship, and honesty with the people paying the bills.
CHICAGO (May 19, 2026) – U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced more than $15 million in new Emerging Contaminants in Small or Disadvantaged Communities (EC-SDC) grant funding to address PFAS and emerging contaminants in Wisconsin communities that need it most. This new funding is part of a comprehensive, lifecycle-based strategy to address
MADISON, WIS. – Chadwick M. Elgersma, United States Attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin, announced that Adam Gurney, 30, Janesville, Wisconsin, was sentenced earlier this month by U.S. District Judge William M. Conley to 5 years in federal prison for receiving child pornography. The prison term will be followed by 10 years of supervised release. Judge Conley also ordered Gurney
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced he has appointed 24 individuals to serve on the state’s new Wild Rice Stewardship Council, created by the governor via Executive Order #277 on Indigenous Peoples’ Day in October 2025. Members include representatives from each of the 11 federally recognized Tribes in Wisconsin, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), the Office of
When Jacob Oberg prepared to graduate with a bachelor’s in professional studies from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, attending the commencement ceremony on May 16 was not part of the plan. The U.S. Marine Corps and Army veteran lives in Maryland with his wife and their two young sons. Making
May 19, 2026 (Milwaukee)—Mount Mary University was named one of the 2026 Top Colleges for Innovation by Insight Into Academia magazine, the nation’s longest-running publication for advancing best practices in higher education. The award is a prestigious national distinction honoring colleges and universities that embrace creativity and transformative initiatives within their teaching, learning, research and support systems to serve the evolving needs of students and the changing workforce. Mount
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Wisconsin released a speedy-trial toolkit to help incarcerated Wisconsinites access the resources they need to assert their rights in the legal system. The guide is intended for individuals facing criminal charges who are not represented by an attorney. It includes sample motions, a glossary of
MADISON, Wis. – Former Dane County Sheriff Dave Mahoney today endorsed Clark County Circuit Court Judge Lyndsey Brunette for Wisconsin Supreme Court, praising her record as a prosecutor and her deep understanding of how the justice system affects people and communities across the state. “I’ve spent my career working alongside
MILWAUKEE – Approximately 70 attendees gathered at the Medical College of Wisconsin Kerrigan Auditorium May 12 to participate in the training seminar, Tier One: Introduction to Military Experience Culture and the Military-Connected Experience, offered by Star Behavioral Health Providers (SBHP). The continuing education seminar presented mental health professionals and other community
MADISON, WI – May 19, 2026 -The Dane County Park Commission will hold a hybrid public hearing on Wednesday, June 10 at 5:30 p.m. to review proposed 2027 park fees. Community members may attend in person or virtually via Zoom. Each year, the Park Commission reviews and updates the fee structure for
Alongside more than 100 of their peers, three UW-Stout students were honored as Outstanding Student Leaders of the Year at the annual Leadership Awards on May 6, for their commitment, involvement and service around campus and the Menomonie community: Each outstanding student feels that their UW-Stout experiences and opportunities have prepared them
WHITEHALL, Wis. – The Trempealeau County District Attorney’s Office collaborated with Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin and New Horizons on May 18th to help spotlight the rights and resources readily available to victims. Through a series of eight silhouettes inside the courthouse, observers could scan a QR code that linked directly to
The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) has successfully secured a major settlement with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), triggering the end of race- and sex-based programs that harmed American farmers for decades. Following a federal lawsuit filed on behalf of Wisconsin dairy farmer Adam Faust,
Oshkosh, WI — Yee Leng Xiong, candidate for Wisconsin State Treasurer, will be visiting the Winnebago County Democratic Party Office located in Oshkosh, WI on May 22, 2026 at 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM to meet with community members, discuss key issues affecting Wisconsin families, share his vision for responsible
[MADISON, WI, May 19, 2026] As Transgender and Gender Diverse legislators from across the state of Wisconsin, we understand the importance of working with community partners. We also rely on our partners to make decisions that care for our constituents and community members, especially when it comes to the need
The community is invited to join City leaders and neighbors in a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Country Grove Park at 3:30pm on Thursday, May 21, 2026. The event celebrates a new park shelter, futsal court, and relocated basketball court in this nearly 45-acre community park located on Madison’s far southwest side. The master plan process for
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC), today announced $60 million to expand access to high-speed internet in unserved communities through the State Broadband Expansion Grant Program. The grant funding is available to organizations, telecommunications utilities, or a city, village, town, or county partnering with a telecommunications provider,
The deal was worked out between Gov. Tony Evers, Assembly Speaker Robin Vos and Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu, all of whom are retiring.
Could you use an extra $300 or $600 right now? A proposed Wisconsin bill aimed at helping taxpayers and schools is now dead after lawmakers rejected the deal.
Measures like this do not strengthen democracy, they weaken voter choice and make it harder for grassroots candidates, independent candidates, and third parties to compete in Wisconsin elections.
The conversation about our energy future should not be driven by ideology. It should be driven by reliability, affordability, environmental stewardship, and honesty with the people paying the bills.