Weekly Dem radio address: Gov. Evers celebrates Hmong Heritage Month and bipartisan legislation adding Hmong and Asian American histories to K-12 school curriculum
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today delivered the Democratic Radio Address celebrating Hmong Heritage Month in Wisconsin and newly enacted bipartisan legislation, 2023 Wisconsin Act 266, which Gov. Evers enacted today, requiring schools to include education on the contributions and history of Hmong Americans
Weekly GOP radio address: Sen. Hutton on how Republicans prioritize public safety
Talk to almost anyone in our larger cities and they will tell you: crime is getting worse. Police officers are frustrated at too often having to arrest the same offenders day after day. Hi, Senator Rob Hutton here. Public safety
Midwest Environmental Advocates: Environmental and public health groups call on governor to veto pro-polluter PFAS bill
Madison, WI—Today, more than a dozen Wisconsin environmental and public health groups sent a joint letter urging Governor Evers to veto Senate Bill 312, a PFAS bill that the groups say fails to deliver much-needed aid to communities impacted by
Roth campaign: Raises massive $380k in first weeks of campaign
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Dept. of Natural Resources: Seeking public comment for environmental review of Appleton Safe Drinking Water Loan Program project
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the city of Appleton is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program to improve its public drinking water system. The project includes watermain replacements on
Dept. of Military Affairs: Wisconsin Guard seizes opportunity to grow relationship with Papua New Guinea
PORT MORESBY, Papua New Guinea — Forty Wisconsin National Guard Airmen and Soldiers spent the week of March 17-22 collaborating with, and training alongside, members of the Papua New Guinea Defence Force in support of the State Partnership Program. The
Phelps campaign: Announces candidacy in WI’s 93rd Assembly District
Our west-central Wisconsin community has an incredible opportunity in the 2024 elections. New, fairer legislative maps allow for meaningful collaboration between urban, suburban, and rural residents, to break from the status quo and achieve a positive, progressive future. That’s why
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Leads bipartisan resolution recognizing International Day for Mine Awareness
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Jerry Moran (R-KS), and Peter Welch (D-VT) introduced a bipartisan resolution designating today, April 4, 2024, as International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action. The resolution acknowledges the global
Dept. of Natural Resources: Previously undetected parasite discovered in wild Wisconsin trout
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) urges anglers to properly clean their gear after discovering the parasite Myxobolus cerebralis in Elton Creek in Langlade County. Elton Creek is a Class 1 trout stream that recently tested positive for Myxobolus cerebralis below Elton
Dept. of Natural Resources: Awards brownfield grant to the city Of Wausau
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced it has awarded brownfield assessment services to the city of Wausau in Marathon County to assist with the investigation of environmental contamination at several parcels along East Thomas Street.
Lyerly campaign: OB/GYN launches campaign for Wisconsin’s 8th congressional district
(Green Bay, WI) – Joined by family members, dozens of community leaders, and citizens, Dr. Kristin Lyerly today announced her candidacy for Wisconsin’s 8th congressional district open-seat race to replace retiring member Rep. Mike Gallagher. Dr. Lyerly vowed to work
Pfaff campaign: Announces re-election bid for new 32nd State Senate District
LA CROSSE, WI — Today, Senator Brad Pfaff (D-Onalaska) launched his re-election campaign for the new 32nd State Senate District outside a local childcare facility alongside community members, including union workers, farmers, and seniors. “I’m running for re-election because we
Healthy Climate Wisconsin, Sierra Club: The small city of Superior stands up to utility corporations and says no to a large gas plant near the Nemadji River and Lake Superior
Superior, WI – After months of robust public input from city residents, Tribal leaders, health professionals, and utility representatives, the Superior City Council voted yesterday against another public hearing and will move ahead with the recommendation of its Plan Commission to
Sen. Wimberger: PFAS relief bill heads to the governor’s desk
MADISON, WI — Today, the State Legislature is sending sweeping PFAS relief legislation to the Governor that would unlock $125 million to help communities and victims battling pollution from forever chemicals. Authored by Green Bay Senators Eric Wimberger and Rob Cowles, the
WisDems: Eric Hovde talks down to Wisconsinites. How can he represent them?
MADISON, Wis. — California bank owner Eric Hovde looks down on hard-working Wisconsinites trying to make a living for their families. Hovde has demeaned single moms, people struggling with their weight, farmers, and the alcohol industry. If Eric Hovde doesn’t even like Wisconsinites, how