Waukesha County Assembly Republicans: Submit budget amendment to add assistant district attorney positions
Waukesha County – Today, State Representatives Adam Neylon, Scott Allen, Barbara Dittrich, Cindi Duchow, Dan Knodl, Dave Maxey, Jim Piwowarczyk and Chuck Wichgers submitted a budget amendment to add 10 positions to the Waukesha County District Attorney’s Office. The proposal
State Affairs-Wisconsin feature: Ag groups call for bolstering efforts to prevent wolves from killing livestock
Gov. Tony Evers has proposed investing $3.7 million in the state budget to provide farmers with fencing to prevent wolves from killing or injuring livestock, but ag groups say more could be done to address the issue.
Garcia campaign: Response to Ben Wikler’s recent endorsement in the DPW chair race
Contact: William Garciawww.williamgarcia.uswilliam@williamgarcia.us608-667-6760 I remain committed to my vision of building and growing DPW by emphasizing strong county parties and empowering grassroots organizers across the state. This path is the best way to ensure victory in 2026. Fundraising is vital but
Wisconsin Dairy Products Association: Congratulates Sarah Hagenow, 78th Alice in Dairyland
MADISON, Wis. — The Wisconsin Dairy Products Association (WDPA) proudlycongratulates Sarah Hagenow of Poynette on being named Wisconsin’s 78th Alice inDairyland. “Alice in Dairyland plays a vital role in telling the story of Wisconsin agriculture, anddairy is at the heart
Rep. Stubbs: Joins WAVE Educational Fund for Day of Action at the State Capitol
MADISON, WI – Today, Representative Shelia Stubbs joined WAVE Educational Fund, stakeholders, and constituents at their Day of Action at the State Capitol. Representative Shelia Stubbs (D-Madison) released the following statement: “Today I joined WAVE Educational Fund, community partners, and
Remiker campaign: Ben Wikler endorses Devin Remiker for WisDems Chair
WIKLER: “Devin’s been a secret weapon at WisDems for years, working closely with me at every step. As chair, he’ll take the party to new heights.” REEDSBURG, Wis. – Current WisDems Chair Ben Wikler has endorsed Devin Remiker to lead
Dept. of Public Instruction: New Berlin West Middle/High School Spanish teacher named DPI’s 2024-25 Global Educator of the Year
Jessica Santiago recognized for deep and lasting impact on global education NEW BERLIN — Jessica Santiago, a Spanish teacher at New Berlin West Middle/High School, has been named the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction’s 2024-25 Global Educator of the Year.
Dept. of Natural Resources: Monitoring manure spill near village of Norwalk, Monroe County
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is responding to a recent manure spill in Monroe County. Spill response began over the weekend and DNR staff continue to monitor the situation. The DNR was first notified of the
Steil campaign: Career radical enters race against Congressman Steil
Janesville, WI – Today, perennial candidate Randy Bryce announced a challenge against Congressman Bryan Steil. Bryce previously ran against Steil and lost by 12 points. After the announcement, Congressman Steil’s campaign issued the following statement: “Randy Bryce’s radical open-border and anti-law enforcement policies have been rejected
Gov. Evers: Again urges Legislature to invest in Child Care Counts as new report shows child care costs skyrocketed for second consecutive year
Second consecutive annual state report shows average cost of infant care increased over 10 percent as Republican lawmakers gut child care funding from governor’s proposed budget MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Children and Families
WSTA: Honors TDS’ Ted Carlson with Lifetime Achievement Award
Madison, Wis. – Wisconsin’s premier telecommunications and broadband industry association is honoring Ted Carlson of Telephone and Data Systems Inc. (TDS) with the Wisconsin State Telecommunications Association Lifetime Achievement Award. Carlson served as TDS President and CEO from 1986-2025 and
Institute for Reforming Government: Why are they hiding? IRG calls for legislative oversight as Milwaukee Public Schools once again risks funding penalties
DPI Remains Unable to Hold MPS Accountable, MPS Continues to Miss Basic Financial Reporting Deadlines Delafield, Wis. – The Institute for Reforming Government (IRG) is calling for legislative oversight of DPI and Milwaukee Public Schools surrounding MPS’ financial reporting. Milwaukee
WisGOP: Four-time loser Rancy Bryce launches congressional campaign
MADISON, Wis. — Today, perennial candidate Randy Bryce launched his bid against Representative Bryan Steil. “Propped up by national Democrats in 2018, four-time loser Randy Bryce lost convincingly to Congressman Bryan Steil. Bryce is too extreme for Wisconsin and is already supporting
Dept. of Justice: Ashland County man sentenced to life with possibility of extended supervision for double homicide
May 20, 2025 Contact: DOJCommunications@doj.state.wi.us MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) and the Ashland Police Department announced the sentencing earlier this month of Nathan Monkelien, 36, to life in prison with the possibility of
Dept. of Natural Resources: Reminds hunters to apply for a 2025 elk hunting license by May 31
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds Wisconsin hunters that they have until May 31, 2025 to apply for a chance at a 2025 elk hunting license. Wisconsin’s expanding elk population has had an annual hunt in