Universities of Wisconsin: Universities of Wisconsin announce budget proposals to train 35,000 new health care professionals over the next 10 years
MADISON, Wis.—Universities of Wisconsin Interim President Renée Wachter and several university representatives announced today budget proposals focused on training 35,000 new health care professionals in the next decade. The Healthy Wisconsin proposal represents the first major initiative from the UWs’
U.S. Dept. of Agriculture Rural Development: USDA invests $2.5 million in new solid waste infrastructure for the City of Viroqua
(Stevens Point, Wis., Aug. 10, 2026) – U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development Wisconsin State Director Andrew C. Iverson announced today that the agency is making a $2.518 million loan available to the city of Viroqua. The investment will help the
Luna campaign: Former State Representative and Alderwoman JoCasta Zamarripa: Vote for Ismael Luna for Wisconsin’s 8th Assembly District
To the people of Milwaukee, I am writing to urge you to support Ismael Luna for State Assembly District 8. As the first Latina to serve in the Wisconsin Legislature, I know this district. I know its people, its culture,
Dept. of Transportation: Wisconsin DMV extends hours ahead of primary election
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) will extend hours at customer service centers on Monday (August 10) and Tuesday (August 11). DMV service centers will remain open until 6 p.m. The extended hours will enable
Dept. of Justice: Update: Officer involved death investigation in Madison, Wis.
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is investigating an officer involved death that occurred in the City of Madison on Wednesday, July 22, 2026. At approximately 1:00 p.m., Madison Police Department officers
Evers tells ‘UpFront’ he’ll be ‘helpful’ if Hong wins nomination, but predicts Crowley victory
“She’s a Democrat, of course we’ll be helpful, but that’s not going to happen,” Evers said on WISN 12’s “UpFront,” which is produced in partnership with WisPolitics-State Affairs. “This guy is going to win,” Evers said while sitting next to Crowley.
Dept. of Natural Resources: Avoid ash trees when placing deer stands
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters to avoid placing deer stands in or near ash trees as they start scouting properties ahead of the coming deer hunting season. Most ash trees in the southern two-thirds
Pro-Crowley group launches ad knocking Hong
A group supporting David Crowley has launched its first negative ad against Dem gubernatorial frontrunner Francesca Hong, charging her “record is a distraction we can’t afford.”
End Citizens United: Endorses ER Nurse Mitchell Berman in Wisconsin’s 1st Congressional District
End Citizens United (ECU), a leading national anti-corruption organization, today endorsed ER nurse Mitchell Berman in Wisconsin’s 1st Congressional District. As part of ECU’s Unrig Washington program, Berman rejects corporate PAC money, supports a ban on congressional stock trading, and commits to
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Humane Officer training offered September 21-25 in Madison
MADISON, Wis. – In September, the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) will host its annual humane officer training for those seeking appointment as humane officers and certified law officers who handle animal welfare complaints. Registration is
SIEU Wisconsin: Statement on SSM’s request for review of St. Mary’s nurses’ union election certification
Madison, Wisc. – On Aug. 5, SSM filed a request for review of St. Mary’s Hospital nurses’ union election certification with the federal National Labor Relations Board. Below is a statement from a St. Mary’s nurse. “SSM executives should be
League of Women Voters of Milwaukee County: 4th Annual Future Voters Fest – August 19th
Milwaukee – The 4th Annual Future Voters Fest/Festival de Futuros Votantes, an informative fun event to promote voting on Milwaukee’s Southside, will be held August 19 from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. at La Plazita Parklet, S.16th St. & Forest Home
Rep. Rivera-Wagner: No one should be able to buy a Wisconsin Election
GREEN BAY, Wis. – State Representative Amaad Rivera-Wagner (D-Green Bay) renewed his call for equal enforcement of Wisconsin’s election laws as the criminal referral involving Elon Musk moves to an independent prosecutor following the Brown County District Attorney’s recusal. During
Gov Evers: Appoints Jake Laehn as Buffalo County Sheriff
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today appointed Jake Laehn as Buffalo County Sheriff. The appointment fills a vacancy created by Sheriff Michael Osmond’s resignation. Laehn will complete the remainder of the unexpired term that ends January 2027. “Having spent his
Wisconsin State Senate Democratic Committee: As energy prices soar, Democratic Leader Dianne Hesselbein presents vision of an affordable Wisconsin
MADISON, WI – Today, the CAP Times published an op-ed by Democratic Leader Senator Dianne Hesselbein detailing Wisconsin Democrats’ plan to build an affordable Wisconsin. As families and individuals across the state struggle with rising costs, from utility bills to groceries, Democrats have