Capitol Chats: Cowles reflects on 37 years in the state Senate
Outgoing Sen. Rob Cowles, R-Green Bay, joined WisPolitics’ Capitol Chats podcast to talk about his 37 years in the state Senate, how the state of politics has changed over the course of his career, and his history of bucking party norms.
Vos adds Hurd to Joint Finance Committee
Meanwhile, Reps. Alex Dallman, R-Green Lake; Jessie Rodriguez, R-Oak Creek; and Shannon Zimmerman, R-River Falls; all will return to the committee next session.
Rep. Vos: Announces Assembly standing committee leadership
Contact: Speaker Robin Vos (608) 266-3387 Madison… Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester) would like to announce the membership of the Assembly standing committees. The 107th Wisconsin State Legislature begins with the inauguration of members on January 6, 2025. “This session will have
Marquette Law: Poll supplement: Open-ended answers offer insights on Trump favorability
MILWAUKEE — The December Marquette Law School Poll interviewed 1,063 adults nationwide, asking what they like and dislike about President-elect Donald Trump. This poll allows the Marquette Law School Poll to hear from respondents, in their own words, how they
Sen. LeMahieu: Building Commission votes to reject UW request amid lack of transparency
Madison- Today, the State Building Commission denied a motion to allow $70 million in underspent funds to be used for a series of other projects, including the UW-Madison engineering building. “The University of Wisconsin System is an important economic driver
USDA: Invests $12.8 million to strengthen Wisconsin farms and businesses, increase competition and lower costs
STEVENS POINT, Wisc., Dec. 18, 2024 — U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Wisconsin State Director Julie Lassa today announced that USDA is awarding a grant of $12,864,200 through the Fertilizer Production Expansion Program(FPEP) to help expand innovative fertilizer production in Wisconsin. This
Dept. of Natural Resources: Reminds anglers that musky season closes statewide Dec. 31
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds anglers that the 2024 open water musky fishing season will close statewide on Dec. 31. Anglers are also reminded that musky may not be targeted through the ice at any time.
Sen. Wirch: Announces the acceptance of Claire Kochto to the 2025 Senate Scholar Program
Madison – Senator Wirch (D-Pleasant Prairie) announced today that Claire Koch, from Indian Trail High School in Kenosha, has been chosen to participate in the 2025 Senate Scholar Program. High school juniors and seniors from around the State of Wisconsin will
USDA: Connects people and businesses in rural areas in Western Wisconsin to reliable high-speed internet
STEVENS POINT, Wisc., Dec. 18, 2024 — U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Wisconsin State Director Julie Lassa today announced that USDA will provide a $4,614,709 grant and $4,614,709 loan to the Bloomer Telephone Company, which is located in Chippewa County. “For
Dept. of Natural Resources: Upcoming programs to expand your outdoor skills as of Dec. 18, 2024
Outdoor skills programs offered by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and partners provide great opportunities to gain hunting, trapping, shooting and fishing experience. These programs are open to the public and cater to a variety of skill levels,
Dept. of Health Services: Reports presumptive positive human case of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in Wisconsin
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has detected the first presumptive positive human case of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza A (H5N1), also known as bird flu, in Barron County. The human case follows an infected flock of commercial poultry identified in Barron County.
Western Wisconsin Conservation Council: Shares research and promotes conservation efforts at annual meeting
BALDWIN, Wis. ― Western Wisconsin Conservation Council held its annual meeting on Dec. 12 to share research findings and discuss outcomes from 2024. In its seventh year, this farmer-led watershed conservation group has experienced continued growth and progress in advancing
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Highly pathogenic avian influenza confirmed in Kenosha County
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has identified a case of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI H5N1) in a backyard poultry flock in Kenosha County. DATCP and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
Talking Trade with Fredrik Udd, Explore Markets
In the latest edition of “Talking Trade,” Explore Markets Founder and Managing Partner Fredrik Udd discusses opportunities for doing business in Poland and other parts of Europe.
Rep. Allen: Responds to Abundant Life School tragedy
Madison, WI – On December 16th, 2024, a shooting occurred at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, WI. Today, Rep. Allen, released the following statement: “Acts of violence, regardless of who commits them, how they are committed, or for what