U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Secures over $60 million in direct support for Wisconsin in government funding bill
Baldwin stops Trump’s cuts to public education, cancer research, and opioid and addiction services WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, voted to pass a bipartisan government funding bill that includes over $60 million
Dept. of Safety and Professional Services: Receives vital feedback from regulatory board members
Madison – Wisconsin regulatory board members overwhelmingly find board service and their role in public protection a positive and meaningful experience that makes a difference for the people of Wisconsin, according to results of a recent survey of those board members. Nearly eight out of 10 members
U.S. Rep Fitzgerald: Votes to reopen government after partial shutdown
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement after voting to pass the Senate Amendment to H.R. 7148 – Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026, legislation to end the partial government shutdown. “I’m extremely disappointed the SAVE Act was not included
Gov. Evers, WisDOT: Announce launch of new program to improve rural infrastructure and support Wisconsin’s agricultural industries
Thanks to Gov. Evers’ budget investments, $30 million in grants are available to help rural communities fix small bridge structures and culverts critical for revitalizing aging infrastructure MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), today
U.S. Attorney Schimel: Delafield man sentenced to 18 months’ imprisonment for conspiracy to pay healthcare kickbacks
Brad D. Schimel, United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Wisconsin, announced that on January 30, 2026, United States District Judge J.P. Stadtmueller sentenced Bruce Johnson (age 72) to 18 months’ incarceration for conspiracy to pay healthcare kickbacks, in violation
U.S. Attorney Schimel: Menasha man sentenced to 15 years’ imprisonment for production of child pornography
Brad D. Schimel, United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Wisconsin, announced that on January 30, 2026, Lawrence J. Chase (age: 22) of Menasha, Wisconsin, was sentenced to 180 months’ imprisonment for the offense of Production of Child Pornography in
Dept. of Revenue: Launches new resource hub for first-time tax filers
Madison, WI – The Wisconsin Department of Revenue (DOR) is pleased to announce the launch of a new educational resource specifically geared toward first-time tax filer. The First-Time Filers web page information is designed to take the guesswork out of
Dept. of Transportation: Most common forms of identification to show at voting polls: Wisconsin DMV’s driver license or ID
Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) reminds citizens to check and be sure that they have the proper identification needed to vote in Spring Primary Election (Feb. 17, 2026). Wisconsin driver licenses or IDs are the
Tiffany campaign: Calls on New Richmond School District to reverse policy allowing male students to use girls’ bathrooms
WAUSAU, WI – Today, Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07), a candidate for Wisconsin governor, called on the New Richmond School District to immediately reverse its policy following reports that male students are permitted to use girls’ bathrooms. Concerns escalated after a school board meeting last week,
WisDems: Not normative behavior: Van Orden’s unsettling online reaction to tragedy in Minnesota
MADISON, Wis. — Following the murders of Renee Good and Alex Pretti, Derrick Van Orden went on a public meltdown on Twitter, desperately trying to justify the killings to protect the GOP and ICE’s lawless militant campaign against American citizens. His
Sen. Pfaff: Supports cannabis legalization in Wisconsin
MADISON, WI – Today, Senator Brad Pfaff (D – Onalaska) announced his support for recently introduced legislation to fully legalize cannabis in the State of Wisconsin, citing broad bipartisan public support for the policy and vast economic benefit for our local
Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities: Announces Wisconsin Disability Policy interns for 2026
The Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities (BPDD) in collaboration with the Inclusa Foundation is pleased to announce the placement of 7 interns in the Wisconsin Disability Internship Program for 2026. Selected from a highly competitive group of applicants,
Rep. Nedweski: Introduces legislation to close utility revolving door, protect ratepayers
MADISON – State Representative Amanda Nedweski (R–Pleasant Prairie) introduced legislation today to establish a three-year prohibition preventing members of the Public Service Commission (PSC) from accepting employment with public utility or transmission companies after leaving office. “Wisconsin families are being crushed
Milwaukee Jewish Federation: Nominations open for Herb Kohl Service Award
MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin – Nominations are now open for the Herb Kohl Service Award, an annual honor recognizing outstanding leadership and service to the Jewish community. Named for one of Wisconsin’s most distinguished leaders, the award honors individuals who have made
Democracy Defense Project – Wisconsin: “Nationalizing elections infringes on Wisconsin’s rights”
WISCONSIN – President Trump made a statement yesterday claiming the federal government should nationalize elections in “many places – 15 places.” This assertion violates the state sovereignty of Wisconsin, and would take away the rights of Wisconsinites to administrate and oversee their own election