Gov. Evers: DOA announce Wisconsin Coastal Management Program to receive over $200,000 project of special merit grant
Grant to create Wisconsin Great Lakes Coastal Leadership Academy, bolster state’s ability to identify and address coastal hazards and resilience MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA), announced today that the Wisconsin Coastal Management Program (WCMP) has been awarded a $209,894 grant through the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (…
Dept. of Natural Resources: Wear a life jacket and boat safely this weekend
The top safety tip is to always wear your life jacket on the water, and make sure there are life jackets for all on board the vessel. / Photo Credit: Wisconsin DNR Hitting the water this weekend? Make safety a
Wisconsin Public Education Network: Joint Finance proposal shamefully inadequate; State leaders must do better
Heather DuBois Bourenane, Executive Director, Wisconsin Public Education Network and Sandy Whisler, President, Wisconsin Alliance for Excellent Schools, released the following statement today in response to the Joint Finance Committee’s proposal to deny even an inflationary increase to public school
Gov. Evers: Releases independent instructional audit of Milwaukee Public Schools
Second of two audits directed by the governor proposes nearly 40 actionable recommendations for systemic instructional changes at MPS to accelerate student outcomes and well-being MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today released the second of two independent audits of Milwaukee
U.S. Rep. Grothman: Responds to Israel’s preemptive strike against Iran
(Washington, D.C.) – In response to Israel’s successful preemptive strike against Iran, Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-WI) voiced strong support for Israel’s right to defend itself: “It was with satisfaction that I received the news that Israel successfully interrupted Iran’s plans to
Rep. Allen: Flag Day reveals true colors
Rep. Scott Allen (R-Waukesha) released the following statement regarding “No Kings Day”: “Every June 14 we celebrate Flag Day as a national observance that recognizes ‘Old Glory’ as an enduring symbol of freedom, sacrifice, and patriotism. This year’s Flag Day
U.S. Rep. Fitzgerald: Statement on Israel’s strike against Iran
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement in response to Israel’s strike against Iran. “I strongly support Israel’s right to defend itself in the face of escalating threats from Iran, which is the world’s foremost state sponsor
JFC to meet Tuesday on Corrections, UW System
The Joint Finance Committee will meet on Tuesday to take up 12 areas of the state budget, including Corrections and the UW System.
Dept. of Natural Resources: Accepting shooting range grant applications
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is still accepting applications for the Shooting Range Grant Program through July 15, 2025. The grant program provides financial assistance for safe and accessible firearm or archery recreational shooting opportunities for the public.
Dept. of Natural Resources: Incidental take notice for Marathon County
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue a permit for the incidental taking of a rare fish, which may result from the Rothschild Dam – Timber Crib Spillway Reconstruction Project in Marathon County. Incidental take refers to the unintentional
WisOpinion: ‘The Insiders’ weigh in on charges against Milwaukee judge in ICE evasion case
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, discuss the FBI’s arrest of Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan, who is facing felony charges over accusations she helped an undocumented immigrant attempt to evade arrest by federal immigration officials. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
Mike Nichols: Without legislative change, dwindling ranks of young accountants will flee Wisconsin
As nearby states reform, Wisconsin clings to licensure requirements that add little value.
Judith Davidoff: Local government’s mixed record on meeting notices
The law says agendas must be “reasonably specific.”
Kristin Brey: Trump gives off strongman pageantry with military parade we’re paying for
Trump’s parade Pinterest board seems to be emulating an aesthetic that is part Putin, part Kim Jong Un, with a little young Mussolini mustache twirl.
Scott Walker: California’s failures on homelessness, drugs and crime show it’s time for real change
It is time for California to become more like America again.