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MADISON, WI…Legislation to improve the efficiency of government services in Wisconsin authored by Senator André Jacque (New Franken) passed the Assembly Committee on Consumer Protection today and now moves to the full Assembly for a vote. Assembly Bill 908 is a
MADISON – Today the Wisconsin Legislative Black Caucus launched a month filled with civic engagements for Black History Month at the State Capitol Rotunda for their annual kickoff. In conclusion the caucus announced that this year the State of Black Wisconsin featuring ranking
MADISON, Wis. — Wisconsinites have been speaking out after Tom Tiffany said he hadn’t seen the video of Alex Pretti being killed by ICE agents days after the incident and contradicted his previous support for the Second Amendment in order to
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, voted to pass a bipartisan government funding bill that includes over $9 million in direct support for local projects across Southcentral Wisconsin. Included in the government funding
Baldwin stops Trump’s cuts to public education, cancer research, and opioid and addiction services WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, voted to pass a bipartisan government funding bill that includes over $60 million
Madison – Wisconsin regulatory board members overwhelmingly find board service and their role in public protection a positive and meaningful experience that makes a difference for the people of Wisconsin, according to results of a recent survey of those board members. Nearly eight out of 10 members
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement after voting to pass the Senate Amendment to H.R. 7148 – Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026, legislation to end the partial government shutdown. “I’m extremely disappointed the SAVE Act was not included
Thanks to Gov. Evers’ budget investments, $30 million in grants are available to help rural communities fix small bridge structures and culverts critical for revitalizing aging infrastructure MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), today
Brad D. Schimel, United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Wisconsin, announced that on January 30, 2026, United States District Judge J.P. Stadtmueller sentenced Bruce Johnson (age 72) to 18 months’ incarceration for conspiracy to pay healthcare kickbacks, in violation
Brad D. Schimel, United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Wisconsin, announced that on January 30, 2026, Lawrence J. Chase (age: 22) of Menasha, Wisconsin, was sentenced to 180 months’ imprisonment for the offense of Production of Child Pornography in
Madison, WI – The Wisconsin Department of Revenue (DOR) is pleased to announce the launch of a new educational resource specifically geared toward first-time tax filer. The First-Time Filers web page information is designed to take the guesswork out of
Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) reminds citizens to check and be sure that they have the proper identification needed to vote in Spring Primary Election (Feb. 17, 2026). Wisconsin driver licenses or IDs are the
WAUSAU, WI – Today, Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07), a candidate for Wisconsin governor, called on the New Richmond School District to immediately reverse its policy following reports that male students are permitted to use girls’ bathrooms. Concerns escalated after a school board meeting last week,
MADISON, Wis. — Following the murders of Renee Good and Alex Pretti, Derrick Van Orden went on a public meltdown on Twitter, desperately trying to justify the killings to protect the GOP and ICE’s lawless militant campaign against American citizens. His
MADISON, WI – Today, Senator Brad Pfaff (D – Onalaska) announced his support for recently introduced legislation to fully legalize cannabis in the State of Wisconsin, citing broad bipartisan public support for the policy and vast economic benefit for our local
The Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities (BPDD) in collaboration with the Inclusa Foundation is pleased to announce the placement of 7 interns in the Wisconsin Disability Internship Program for 2026. Selected from a highly competitive group of applicants,
MADISON – State Representative Amanda Nedweski (R–Pleasant Prairie) introduced legislation today to establish a three-year prohibition preventing members of the Public Service Commission (PSC) from accepting employment with public utility or transmission companies after leaving office. “Wisconsin families are being crushed
MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin – Nominations are now open for the Herb Kohl Service Award, an annual honor recognizing outstanding leadership and service to the Jewish community. Named for one of Wisconsin’s most distinguished leaders, the award honors individuals who have made
WISCONSIN – President Trump made a statement yesterday claiming the federal government should nationalize elections in “many places – 15 places.” This assertion violates the state sovereignty of Wisconsin, and would take away the rights of Wisconsinites to administrate and oversee their own election
Feb. 3, 2026 (Milwaukee) Mount Mary University will host “Carrying the Mission Forward,” a launch celebration for the Institute for the Advancement of Women and Children (IAWC). Founded under the direction of President Isabelle Cherney, the IAWC provides comprehensive tools and essential support to help women thrive in their person… Please
MADISON, WI…Legislation to improve the efficiency of government services in Wisconsin authored by Senator André Jacque (New Franken) passed the Assembly Committee on Consumer Protection today and now moves to the full Assembly for a vote. Assembly Bill 908 is a product of the work performed by the Speaker’s Task Force
MADISON – Today the Wisconsin Legislative Black Caucus launched a month filled with civic engagements for Black History Month at the State Capitol Rotunda for their annual kickoff. In conclusion the caucus announced that this year the State of Black Wisconsin featuring ranking Joint Finance Committee Member LaTonya Johnson, will be held in
MADISON, Wis. — Wisconsinites have been speaking out after Tom Tiffany said he hadn’t seen the video of Alex Pretti being killed by ICE agents days after the incident and contradicted his previous support for the Second Amendment in order to back Trump over American citizens. This weekend, hundreds of Wisconsinites in
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, voted to pass a bipartisan government funding bill that includes over $9 million in direct support for local projects across Southcentral Wisconsin. Included in the government funding package is support for projects that help Wisconsinites get good,
Baldwin stops Trump’s cuts to public education, cancer research, and opioid and addiction services WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, voted to pass a bipartisan government funding bill that includes over $60 million in direct support for local projects across Wisconsin. Included in
Madison – Wisconsin regulatory board members overwhelmingly find board service and their role in public protection a positive and meaningful experience that makes a difference for the people of Wisconsin, according to results of a recent survey of those board members. Nearly eight out of 10 members of Wisconsin regulatory boards, committees, and counci… Please log in to
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement after voting to pass the Senate Amendment to H.R. 7148 – Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026, legislation to end the partial government shutdown. “I’m extremely disappointed the SAVE Act was not included in the final funding package, and I remain fully committed
Thanks to Gov. Evers’ budget investments, $30 million in grants are available to help rural communities fix small bridge structures and culverts critical for revitalizing aging infrastructure MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), today announced that applications are now open for one-time grant funding available throu… Please log
Brad D. Schimel, United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Wisconsin, announced that on January 30, 2026, United States District Judge J.P. Stadtmueller sentenced Bruce Johnson (age 72) to 18 months’ incarceration for conspiracy to pay healthcare kickbacks, in violation of the Anti-Kickback Statute (AKS). Johnson and his co-defendant, Michael
Brad D. Schimel, United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Wisconsin, announced that on January 30, 2026, Lawrence J. Chase (age: 22) of Menasha, Wisconsin, was sentenced to 180 months’ imprisonment for the offense of Production of Child Pornography in violation of Title 18, United States Code, Section 2251(a). In
Madison, WI – The Wisconsin Department of Revenue (DOR) is pleased to announce the launch of a new educational resource specifically geared toward first-time tax filer. The First-Time Filers web page information is designed to take the guesswork out of tax season for students, recent graduates, independent contractors, and new
Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) reminds citizens to check and be sure that they have the proper identification needed to vote in Spring Primary Election (Feb. 17, 2026). Wisconsin driver licenses or IDs are the most common form of identification used for voting purposes. A
WAUSAU, WI – Today, Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07), a candidate for Wisconsin governor, called on the New Richmond School District to immediately reverse its policy following reports that male students are permitted to use girls’ bathrooms. Concerns escalated after a school board meeting last week, during which numerous parents spoke out, with some stating that
MADISON, Wis. — Following the murders of Renee Good and Alex Pretti, Derrick Van Orden went on a public meltdown on Twitter, desperately trying to justify the killings to protect the GOP and ICE’s lawless militant campaign against American citizens. His crash-out included attacking the Constitution, blaming both Good and Pretti
MADISON, WI – Today, Senator Brad Pfaff (D – Onalaska) announced his support for recently introduced legislation to fully legalize cannabis in the State of Wisconsin, citing broad bipartisan public support for the policy and vast economic benefit for our local communities. Senator Brad Pfaff released the following statement: “Legalizing cannabis will
The Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities (BPDD) in collaboration with the Inclusa Foundation is pleased to announce the placement of 7 interns in the Wisconsin Disability Internship Program for 2026. Selected from a highly competitive group of applicants, these interns demonstrate passion, expertise, and dedication to disability policy
MADISON – State Representative Amanda Nedweski (R–Pleasant Prairie) introduced legislation today to establish a three-year prohibition preventing members of the Public Service Commission (PSC) from accepting employment with public utility or transmission companies after leaving office. “Wisconsin families are being crushed by some of the highest utility costs in the Midwest,
MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin – Nominations are now open for the Herb Kohl Service Award, an annual honor recognizing outstanding leadership and service to the Jewish community. Named for one of Wisconsin’s most distinguished leaders, the award honors individuals who have made exceptional lifetime contributions to Wisconsin through philanthropy, business, and community
WISCONSIN – President Trump made a statement yesterday claiming the federal government should nationalize elections in “many places – 15 places.” This assertion violates the state sovereignty of Wisconsin, and would take away the rights of Wisconsinites to administrate and oversee their own election processes. The Democracy Defense Project – Wisconsin (DDP-WI) board relea…
Feb. 3, 2026 (Milwaukee) Mount Mary University will host “Carrying the Mission Forward,” a launch celebration for the Institute for the Advancement of Women and Children (IAWC). Founded under the direction of President Isabelle Cherney, the IAWC provides comprehensive tools and essential support to help women thrive in their person… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have