MADISON — In advance of Governor Tony Evers’ State of the State address, Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC), warned that Wisconsin is falling behind on key competitiveness metrics, citing WMC Foundation’s new Wisconsin Competitiveness Report. WMC President/CEO Kurt R. Bauer urged the Governor to address the state’s workforce shortage, high tax burden,

Madison, WI – Today, Assembly Republicans announced a plan to utilize the state’s $2.3 billion surplus. The proposal, unveiled during the pre-session press conference, takes a comprehensive approach that addresses the state’s financial priorities while returning money to taxpayers. Highlights of the plan include an additional $200 million in special education funding

MADISON… Legislation authored by Senator André Jacque (New Franken) to increase penalties for those who traffick the deadly narcotic carfentanil passed the State Assembly Tuesday and will now go to the desk of Governor Tony Evers for consideration. One of the most dangerous drugs now on the streets is carfentanil,

(Madison) – Whether we know it or not, almost everyone is walking around with a potential fire hazard that can very quickly reach temperatures of more than 1,000 degrees Fahrenheit. If damaged, the same high-powered batteries that power our phones and other devices can become unstable and catch fire. On

MADISON… Legendary Wisconsin everyman, comedian, bestselling author and Emmy-award winning journalist Charlie Berens, creator of the acclaimed online series Manitowoc Minute, gave recorded testimony today at the Senate Committee on Utilities, Technology and Tourism in support of Senate Bill 969, legislation authored by Senator André Jacque (New Franken) and Representative … Please log in to

MADISON – State Representative Amanda Nedweski (R–Pleasant Prairie) issued the following statement in response to the Assembly’s passage of Senate Bill 673, legislation she authored to require schools to establish clear standards for appropriate communication between staff and students and to provide annual training on grooming behaviors and professional boundary violations: “Parents

MADISON, WI- Today, Reverend Jesse L. Jackson, Sr., a monumental figure in the American Civil Rights movement, Baptist minister, community organizer, and Shadow Delegate and Shadow Senator for the District of Columbia, passed away at the age of 84 years old. Representative Shelia Stubbs released the following statement: “My heart and

MADISON, WI – The Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association (WCMA) today applauded members of the Wisconsin State Assembly for its bipartisan passage of Assembly Bill 664, legislation that expands students’ access to real dairy butter in their schools and supports Wisconsin’s $52.8 billion dairy industry.  Authored by Representative Todd Novak (R-Dodgeville) … Please log in to access subscriber content.

Today, Fair Wisconsin submitted the personal testimony of over 150 Wisconsinites on two proposed rules from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid threatening access to gender-affirming care for transgender youth. “These proposed rules would hold federal funding hostage from vulnerable trans youth and hospitals that provide their medically necessary health

Madison, WI – Representative Chanz Green (R-Grand View) issued the following statement after Assembly Bill 619, The Forestry Revitalization Act, passed the Assembly earlier today: “The Forestry Revitalization Act will breathe new life into Wisconsin’s forestry industry. This legislation not only revives Wisconsin’s timber markets after years of decline but also creates hundreds

MADISON – Legislation authored by Representative Karen Hurd (R-Withee) and Senator Howard Marklein (R-Spring Green) that will strengthen protections for sexual assault victims was approved by the State Assembly on Tuesday with wide bipartisan support. A key component of the proposal, Senate Bill (SB) 413, extends the statute of limitations for second-degree

MADISON – Rep. Jessie Rodriguez (R-Oak Creek) joined her Assembly Republican colleagues in a press conference on Tuesday afternoon to announce a plan to use the state surplus to fund schools, ensure FoodShare accuracy, provide disaster relief, and provide $2 billion in tax relief to Wisconsin families: “I’m excited to highlight the investments

MADISON, WI – As the Wisconsin State Assembly enters what will likely be the last week of the legislative session, the Democratic members of the Task Force on Protecting Kids are once again calling for a vote on legislation to protect child welfare.  The task force’s three Democratic members—Vice Chair

Brad D. Schimel, United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Wisconsin, announced that on February 10, 2026, Joathan Colula (age: 33) was sentenced to 228 months in federal prison for conspiracy to distribute controlled substances and for conspiracy to commit money laundering. A jury had found Colula guilty of both

GREEN BAY — State Representative Amaad Rivera-Wagner (D-Green Bay) today praised Governor Tony Evers for granting a full pardon to Green Bay mother Samantha Hampton, calling it “a powerful reminder that government can be a force for good.” Rep. Rivera-Wagner submitted a letter of support to the Governor’s Pardon Advisory Board

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, set to deliver his eighth and final State of the State address tonight, today released excerpts from his 2026 State of the State address. The governor will deliver his State of the State address tonight, Tues., Feb. 17, 2026, at 7 p.m. CT. The governor’s State

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the 2026 Public Access Lands Atlas is now available for purchase. From state natural areas to state trails, lakeshores to rivers, Wisconsin has a wealth of public lands for everyone to enjoy. Updated every two years, the Public Access

MADISON – Today Rep. Robyn Vining (D-Wauwatosa) spoke at a press conference ahead of the February 17th Assembly floor session, calling for the passage of postpartum Medicaid expansion. Assembly Democrats also called on Assembly Republicans to focus on issues that lower costs and improve the lives of Wisconsinites. The Assembly

(Stevens Point, Wis., February 17, 2026) – U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development Wisconsin State Director Andrew C. Iverson today announced that Rural Development is providing the city of Gillett with a $994,000 loan for sewer system upgrades. “This investment towards a dependable sewer system in the city of Gillett will

MADISON — Madison Teachers Inc. (MTI), representing thousands of educators and public school professionals in the Madison area, announced its endorsement of Judge Ben Jones for a full term on the Dane County Circuit Court.  MTI becomes the first labor union to weigh into the election for Circuit Court, Branch