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Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) Secretary-designee James Bond announced $550,000 in grants were awarded to 15 nonprofit organizations that provide financial assistance, entrepreneurship training, or other services to Wisconsin veterans and their families. “I am thrilled that WDVA can
What if emotions could manifest themselves? What if we could give them a name and a face? Would depression, anxiety or loneliness be easier to battle? Renae van der Hagen’s sculpture “Disquiet Dream” begs to ask these questions. Her sculpture
MADISON, Wis. — Today, Dan Bice of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel uncovered that California bank owner Eric Hovde owns a four-star ocean-front resort in Costa Rica that offers swanky wellness retreats, is only accessible by boat, and can cost thousands of dollars per
MILWAUKEE—The ACLU of Wisconsin reminded voters that in-person absentee voting begins tomorrow across the state in most areas and will continue in municipalities until Sunday, November 3. The organization reminded voters they don’t have to wait for Election Day to
La Crosse, WI – Americans for Contraception (AFC) today launched a new ad campaign confronting Wisconsin Republican Representative Derrick Van Orden over his refusal to support the Right to Contraception Act. Birth control is a fundamental right, supported by 90 percent of Americans. Using tested
PRAIRIE DU CHIEN, Wisc. – Let’s cut to the chase. Every single reporter covering the race for Wisconsin’s Third Congressional District should be asking: how long will it take Rebecca Crook to say whether she will debate Congressman Derrick Van Orden? It
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Police Leaders for Community Safety, a national nonpartisan organization of law enforcement leaders, today announced its endorsement of Kristin Lyerly for the U.S. House of Representatives. This endorsement reflects Kristin Lyerly’s commitment to public safety, law enforcement, and upholding the
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers celebrated a $12.5 million federal grant received by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) to upgrade road safety, expand truck parking by 280 percent, and modernize two safety rest areas along the I-43 corridor between
It’s homecoming week at University of Wisconsin-Stout, and Culver’s of Menomonie is joining the festivities with an exclusive Blue Devils-themed frozen custard flavor. Blue Devil Food Cake will be featured on Friday, Oct. 25, as the ButterBurger behemoth’s Flavor of
MADISON, Wis. – 85 Wisconsinites lost their lives to domestic violence last year, according to a new report from End Abuse Wisconsin. As we recognize Domestic Violence Awareness Month this October, Attorney General Josh Kaul is reminding Wisconsinites of the resources available
TOP STORIES Baldwin, Hovde trade accusations of lying during testy Senate campaign debate … eight takeaways … Repeated allegations of lying … “The one thing you’ve perfected in Washington is your ability to lie,” Hovde said during an exchange about
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to an open house event at the Wild Rose Fish Hatchery Education Center in Wild Rose on Saturday, Oct. 26. This free event will allow attendees to learn about many
October 20-26 marks National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week During National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week (October 20-26), the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) is encouraging all Wisconsinites take steps to prevent and detect childhood lead exposure by getting the facts,
The most consequential election of our lifetime is now literally just days away! Here are a few suggestions about how to get actively engaged and check off items on your election “to do” list. Need Help or Have Questions? There
Community children are invited to trick-or-treat at University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire residence halls on Thursday, Oct. 31. Residence halls hosting trick-or-treaters will offer candy either door to door or in their lobbies from 5-7 p.m. on Halloween. Door-to-door trick-or-treating will
MADISON, Wis. – Research participants have begun volunteering for brain scans at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health for a national study on Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias called Clarity in Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias
MADISON, WI (October 18, 2024) – NFIB Wisconsin PAC announced its legislative endorsements today, featuring incumbents with proven track records of standing up for small businesses in Madison. “From tackling the rising costs of doing business to addressing the severe labor
MADISON, Wis. – Today, Tammy Baldwin, the first statewide Democrat to be endorsed by the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation in at least 20 years, announced a new digital ad campaign targeted to farmers and rural voters. Read more: Spectrum News WI:
MADISON — Wisconsin entrepreneur Eric Hovde won Friday’s debate, holding Sen. Baldwin accountable for her record of failure. Eric Hovde shared his vision to restore the American Dream by lowering costs, securing the southern border, and protecting girls from Sen. Baldwin’s radical
Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) Secretary-designee James Bond announced $550,000 in grants were awarded to 15 nonprofit organizations that provide financial assistance, entrepreneurship training, or other services to Wisconsin veterans and their families. “I am thrilled that WDVA can help these nonprofits with their innovative work on behalf of
What if emotions could manifest themselves? What if we could give them a name and a face? Would depression, anxiety or loneliness be easier to battle? Renae van der Hagen’s sculpture “Disquiet Dream” begs to ask these questions. Her sculpture – a giant deer on stilted legs – looms a
MADISON, Wis. — Today, Dan Bice of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel uncovered that California bank owner Eric Hovde owns a four-star ocean-front resort in Costa Rica that offers swanky wellness retreats, is only accessible by boat, and can cost thousands of dollars per night for a stay. This comes as Hovde has come under
MILWAUKEE—The ACLU of Wisconsin reminded voters that in-person absentee voting begins tomorrow across the state in most areas and will continue in municipalities until Sunday, November 3. The organization reminded voters they don’t have to wait for Election Day to vote. They can find early voting polling locations and hours for
La Crosse, WI – Americans for Contraception (AFC) today launched a new ad campaign confronting Wisconsin Republican Representative Derrick Van Orden over his refusal to support the Right to Contraception Act. Birth control is a fundamental right, supported by 90 percent of Americans. Using tested and targeted approaches, AFC’s campaign urges Wisconsinites to cal… Please log
PRAIRIE DU CHIEN, Wisc. – Let’s cut to the chase. Every single reporter covering the race for Wisconsin’s Third Congressional District should be asking: how long will it take Rebecca Crook to say whether she will debate Congressman Derrick Van Orden? It has been days since the Adams County Chamber of Commerce
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Police Leaders for Community Safety, a national nonpartisan organization of law enforcement leaders, today announced its endorsement of Kristin Lyerly for the U.S. House of Representatives. This endorsement reflects Kristin Lyerly’s commitment to public safety, law enforcement, and upholding the rule of law. “Kristin Lyerly stands out as a strong
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers celebrated a $12.5 million federal grant received by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) to upgrade road safety, expand truck parking by 280 percent, and modernize two safety rest areas along the I-43 corridor between Green Bay and Manitowoc. The investment, through the U.S. Department
It’s homecoming week at University of Wisconsin-Stout, and Culver’s of Menomonie is joining the festivities with an exclusive Blue Devils-themed frozen custard flavor. Blue Devil Food Cake will be featured on Friday, Oct. 25, as the ButterBurger behemoth’s Flavor of the Day. Here’s the scoop: On Oct. 1, UW-Stout launched
MADISON, Wis. – 85 Wisconsinites lost their lives to domestic violence last year, according to a new report from End Abuse Wisconsin. As we recognize Domestic Violence Awareness Month this October, Attorney General Josh Kaul is reminding Wisconsinites of the resources available through the Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) for survivors of
TOP STORIES Baldwin, Hovde trade accusations of lying during testy Senate campaign debate … eight takeaways … Repeated allegations of lying … “The one thing you’ve perfected in Washington is your ability to lie,” Hovde said during an exchange about Social Security. … “Every single one of her ads has
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to an open house event at the Wild Rose Fish Hatchery Education Center in Wild Rose on Saturday, Oct. 26. This free event will allow attendees to learn about many popular gamefish species and celebrate the annual fall salmon migration.
October 20-26 marks National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week During National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week (October 20-26), the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) is encouraging all Wisconsinites take steps to prevent and detect childhood lead exposure by getting the facts, helping children get tested for lead exposure, and checking homes
The most consequential election of our lifetime is now literally just days away! Here are a few suggestions about how to get actively engaged and check off items on your election “to do” list. Need Help or Have Questions? There are answers at 866-OUR-VOTE Common Cause Wisconsin is part of
Community children are invited to trick-or-treat at University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire residence halls on Thursday, Oct. 31. Residence halls hosting trick-or-treaters will offer candy either door to door or in their lobbies from 5-7 p.m. on Halloween. Door-to-door trick-or-treating will be in Bridgman, Chancellors and Karlgaard Towers, where guests should
MADISON, Wis. – Research participants have begun volunteering for brain scans at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health for a national study on Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias called Clarity in Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias Research Through Imaging, or CLARiTI. One of the first to participate
MADISON, WI (October 18, 2024) – NFIB Wisconsin PAC announced its legislative endorsements today, featuring incumbents with proven track records of standing up for small businesses in Madison. “From tackling the rising costs of doing business to addressing the severe labor shortages and easing the burden of excessive regulations, Wisconsin small
MADISON, Wis. – Today, Tammy Baldwin, the first statewide Democrat to be endorsed by the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation in at least 20 years, announced a new digital ad campaign targeted to farmers and rural voters. Read more: Spectrum News WI: Exclusive: Baldwin campaign to release ad critical of Hovde on
MADISON — Wisconsin entrepreneur Eric Hovde won Friday’s debate, holding Sen. Baldwin accountable for her record of failure. Eric Hovde shared his vision to restore the American Dream by lowering costs, securing the southern border, and protecting girls from Sen. Baldwin’s radical agenda. He proved Sen. Baldwin is radical, extreme and wrong