Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce: Announces 2025 Pressure Chamber finalists
MADISON – Today the Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce announced the five finalists that will take the stage at the 12th annual Pressure Chamber on Aug. 19 at The Sylvee. This initiative, presented by Michael Best and in partnership with The Forward
Wisconsin Builders Association: Wisconsin sees modest increase in single-family housing for 2025 second quarter
Madison, WI — The Wisconsin Builders Association (WBA) reports an 8.7% increase in single-family housing permits statewide for the second quarter of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024, signaling cautious but continued momentum in the residential construction sector. From
Dept. of Children and Families: Youth Achievements Ceremony celebrates academic success
MADISON – The 13th annual Youth Achievements Ceremony was held yesterday at the Executive Residence to honor an admirable group of Wisconsin students. Governor Tony Evers and First Lady Kathy Evers joined Department of Children and Families (DCF) Secretary-designee Jeff
Dept. of Natural Resources: Seeking public comment for the Central Lake Michigan Coastal Regional master plan
Initial Public Comment Period Open Through Sept. 12, 2025 MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public comment on the future management of department properties in the Central Lake Michigan Coastal Region. A regional master plan, guided
Dept. of Transportation: Public input requested for various polymer overlays in Columbia, Dane and Jefferson counties
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is seeking public input on improvements along I-39/90/94, I-94 and US 151 bridges in Columbia, Dane and Jefferson counties. Construction is currently scheduled for 2029. A presentation and materials detailing this project are available
Capitol Chats: GOP governor candidate Bill Berrien says he’d focus on supporting working Wisconsinites
In this week’s Capitol Chats episode, GOP governor candidate Bill Berrien, who is a Navy SEAL veteran and manufacturing business owner, says he is confident he can raise enough finances and get President Donald Trump’s endorsement.
Protect Our Care Wisconsin: Leader Schumer, senate Dems introduce legislation to protect Americans’ health care and lower costs as Republicans slash coverage
Washington, D.C. – Today, as we commemorate the 60th anniversary of Medicare and Medicaid, Senate Democrats, under the leadership of Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer, are introducing legislation to repeal the health care cuts Trump and Republicans passed as part of
Wisconsin Conservation Voters: EPA rollback of pollution protections threatens Wisconsinites’ health, jobs, and cost of living
Washington D.C. – In a sweeping and dangerous move, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) – under Donald Trump and EPA Administrator Lee Zelden – has rescinded the landmark 2009 Endangerment Finding and rolled back vehicle pollution standards. The rollback undermines
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Capito, Hassan lead bipartisan bill to deliver first responders with training and tools to prevent overdose deaths
In 2024, there were over 80,000 drug overdose deaths in the United States Baldwin bill is backed by Wisconsin law enforcement and emergency responders WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), and Maggie Hassan (D-NH)
Dept. of Natural Resources: Incidental take notice for ATC project in Adams County
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue an authorization for the “incidental taking” of a rare lizard, which may result from the ATC Northern Adams County Network Improvement project in Adams County. Incidental take
Zimmerman campaign: Amy Zimmerman of Brookfield will run for open District 13 State Assembly seat
BROOKFIELD, WI – Amy Zimmerman, a program manager and community enthusiast, today announced her candidacy for Wisconsin State Assembly District 13, which includes Elm Grove and parts of Brookfield and Wauwatosa. The seat is open following Representative Robyn Vining’s recent
Dept. of Natural Resources: Eligible hunters: Sign up for fall Gun Deer Hunt for Hunters with Disabilities
Deadline To Apply Is Sept. 15 MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds eligible hunters hoping to participate in the Gun Deer Hunt For Hunters With Disabilities to contact and confirm a location with a hunt landowner sponsor before
Berrien campaign: ICYMI: Crystal ball shifts WI-Gov race to “TOSS-UP”
WHITEFISH BAY, Wisc. — In case you missed it, Larry Sabato’s Crystal Ball made a massive change in the race for Wisconsin Governor. On Tuesday, the political prediction team with the Center for Politics changed the Badger State’s gubernatorial race from “Lean Dem”
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Calls for large-scale increase of humanitarian aid in Gaza and diplomatic efforts to end the war
Baldwin joins 43 senators in laying out needed humanitarian and diplomatic next steps after latest round of ceasefire talks faltered last week WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined 43 of her Senate colleagues to express unified alarm about
Scaife campaign: Announces new endorsements
GERMANTOWN – Washington County Assistant District Attorney Grant Scaife today announced additional endorsements of his campaign for the Washington County Circuit Court. These endorsements are in addition to the support of community leaders County Executive Josh Schoemann, District Attorney Barry