Weekly Dem Radio Address: Gov. Evers highlights over $18.6 million to support infrastructure projects in 21 communities across Wisconsin
Hey there, folks. Governor Tony Evers here. This week, I’ve been traveling around the state visiting with communities that received $18.6 million in grants through our Community Development Block Grant Public Facilities Program. These funds are being awarded to 21
Dept. Natural Resources: Honors Connie Ramthun as State Natural Areas Volunteer of the year
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced Connie Ramthun as the 2025 State Natural Areas Volunteer of the Year for her dedication to invasive species removal in the northern Kettle Moraine. As a lifelong resident of
UW-Stout: Alumni Awards to recognize outstanding leaders during homecoming weekend special event Oct. 24
Menomonie, Wis. – The University of Wisconsin-Stout Foundation & Alumni Association has announced the recipients of its 2025 Alumni Awards. They will be recognized during homecoming weekend at the Alumni Association’s celebration on Friday, Oct. 24, in the Memorial Student Center ballrooms. The evening will begin
Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee: Statement on JD Vance visiting Derrick Van Orden’s district to lie about the largest Medicaid cuts in history
DCCC spokesperson Katie Smith released the following statement in response to JD Vance visiting La Crosse in Wisconsin’s 3rd Congressional District to lie about Republicans’ Big, Ugly Law: “Derrick Van Orden spent months lying to Wisconsinites and claiming he’d never
A Better Wisconsin Together: JD Vance, Derrick Van Orden to continue spreading lies
MADISON, Wis. — As JD Vance visits MAGA Republican Congressman Derrick Van Orden’s district in western Wisconsin today to spread lies about their Billionaire Buddy Bill, A Better Wisconsin Together is setting the record straight on how the bill will harm
Dept. of Transportation: Receives regional transportation award for WIS 54 project, Outagamie County
The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) awarded the WIS 54 improvement project in Outagamie County with a regional America’s Transportation Award in the category of ‘Best Use of Technology & Innovation, Small Project.’ Watch the AASHTO video
La Crosse County GOP: Republicans deliver relief and prosperity with the Big, Beautiful Bill
La Crosse, WI. – Today, Republican leadership is proud to welcome Vice President JD Vance to La Crosse to celebrate the passage of the One, Big, Beautiful Bill—a historic piece of legislation that delivers for small businesses, working families, seniors, farmers,
Greater Milwaukee Urban League: AT&T Connected Learning Center now open
MILWAUKEE, WI – August 28, 2025 – Wisconsin’s first AT&T Connected Learning Center is officially open at The Greater Milwaukee Urban League. AT&T chose the organization to host the digital learning center and contributed $50,000 to support its programming initiatives. “We could
Blackhawk Technical College: Expands bachelor’s degree pathways through new partnership with Beloit College
JANESVILLE, Wis. — Blackhawk Technical College and Beloit College are entering into a new partnership agreement, which makes transferring from Blackhawk to Beloit College to pursue a four-year degree easier for students. A signing event will take place at Blackhawk’s
Cooke campaign: Rebecca Cooke endorsed by Wisconsin Laborers’ District Council
EAU CLAIRE, Wisc. – Today, the Wisconsin Laborers’ District Council, representing more than 9,200 union members across the state, endorsed Rebecca Cooke for Congress in Wisconsin’s Third Congressional District. “Working families need a fighter in Washington who puts their needs first,” Rebecca
Dept. of Military Affairs: Preparedness starts at home – join ReadyWisconsin during National Preparedness Month
MADISON, Wis. – Although tornadoes, fires, floods, and other emergencies can’t be controlled, taking the time to plan and prepare can reduce their impacts. Gov. Tony Evers declared September as Preparedness Month in Wisconsin to emphasize the need for individuals,
Appeals court unanimously upholds DNR authority over permit requirements for large farms
The 2nd District Court of Appeals unanimously found the Department of Natural Resources has “explicit” authority to subject large farms to wastewater permit requirements intended to protect water quality.
WisDems: Chair Devin Remiker on JD Vance visit to La Crosse
MADISON, Wis. — In response to Vice President JD Vance’s visit to La Crosse today, WisDems Chair Devin Remiker released the following statement: “JD Vance’s visit shows just how dangerously out of touch MAGA Republicans are with working families. He’s taking
Wisconsin Historical Society: Claflin Point site re-listed in the State Register of Historic Places
GARDNER, Wis. – The Wisconsin Historical Society announces the listing of the Claflin Point Site in the Town of Gardner (Door County) on the State Register of Historic Places. The shipwreck is submerged in the waters of Green Bay. Deputy