FRI PM Update: DOA projects Wisconsin population to be flat through ‘30, drop each of next two decades
From WisPolitics … — Wisconsin’s population is expected to be largely flat through 2030 before declining slightly in each of the following two decades as the state’s birth rate has fallen, the latest report from DOA shows. That projection for
Dept. of Natural Resources: OutWiGo for free fishing weekend Jan. 18-19
Contact: DNR Office of CommunicationsDNRPress@wisconsin.gov MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is hosting Free Fishing Weekend Jan. 18-19 to share the fun and excitement of winter fishing. During Free Fishing Weekend, anglers of all ages can wet a line in
Dept. of Revenue: Collections, November FY2025
CONTACT: Jennifer Bacon, (608) 266-2300DORCommunications@wisconsin.gov General Purpose Revenue (GPR) Collections Amounts in Thousands ($), rounded Collections for Month Collections to Date Revenue Source FY24 FY25 % change FY24 FY25 % change Individual Income 678,278  … Please log
Sen. Baldwin: Sworn into third term as U.S. Senator for Wisconsin
Contact: press@baldwin.senate.gov202-224-6225 VIDEO: “While it is a new year and a new term, my job is the same: Show up, listen, and work with anyone to deliver for our state.” WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) was sworn into
Dept. of Natural Resources: Applications for wild turkey, pheasant and waterfowl stamp funding due Feb. 14
Contact: DNR Office of CommunicationsDNRPress@wisconsin.gov MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is now accepting applications for Wild Turkey, Pheasant, and Waterfowl Stamp funding. Applications will be accepted through Feb. 14, 2025. Stamp funds are available to nonprofit conservation organizations, tribes, academic institutions and government
Dept. of Workforce Development: New skill explorer helps job seekers navigate career options
Contact: CommunicationsOffice@DWD.Wisconsin.gov Upgraded online tool provides more resources to an expanded audience MADISON – For those looking for a job in the new year, the Department of Workforce Development (DWD) offers a free online tool to help find the perfect
Dept. of Natural Resources: Seeking public comment for ATV/UTV mapping and communication grant project application
Contact: Lt. Jacob Holsclaw, DNR Off-Highway Vehicle AdministratorJacob.Holsclaw@wisconsin.gov or 715-491-0283 MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public comment for a grant project application to support ATV/UTV mapping and communication. The application stems from new funding created through
MacIver Institute: WEC investigation into Madison vote count irregularities a good first step
MADISON — The John K. MacIver Institute for Public Policy responded to the decision by the Wisconsin Elections Commission (WEC) Thursday to proceed with an investigation into why 193 absentee ballots from the Madison were not counted during the November election and
Libertarian Party of Wisconsin: Calls For Fundamental Changes To Government
Contact: presslpwi@gmail.com Press Secretary—Tim Johnson As we begin the 119th Congress in Washington, The Libertarian Party of Wisconsin (LPWI) would like to remind the 100 Senators and 435 voting Representatives that the voters this past November voted for liberty and freedom.
Rewind: Your Week in Review for Jan. 3
On this week’s episode of “Rewind,” WisPolitics.com’s JR Ross and CBS 58’s Emilee Fannon discuss the Elections Commission launching an investigation into uncounted absentee ballots in Madison, the 2025 legislative session, Karen Hyun’s appointment as DNR secretary and more.
WisOpinion: ‘The Insiders’ look ahead to 2025 in politics
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, offer their views on the major political stories upcoming in 2025. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
Steven Walters: Top 10 news stories of 2024
Oh what a year it was. Here are the top 10 news stories, plus honorable mentions.
Bill Berry: As we move to 2025, let’s look at the numbers
Well, 2025 is upon us, and many view the coming year with trepidation. But before we forget 2024, and with apologies to Harper’s Index, here are a few other numbers for the record.
Scott Walker: The best and worst of 2024
The past year was filled with many great moments and others that were not so great. Here are my thoughts on some of the best and worst of 2024.
Gregory Humphrey: As 2025 begins, Thomas Paine’s advice for nation as Donald Trump returns to White House
While there was a slight glimmer of hope in December as House Republicans rejected the attempt by Trump to wheel and deal with the debt limit for his personal advantage, we know that in most cases as we move forward the spineless congressional Republicans will forget that Trump is not their king.