MADISON — From their home near the forested lakes of Mole Lake, Wisconsin, the tribal council of the Sokaogon Chippewa Community (SCC) traveled to the University of Wisconsin–Madison, where they were welcomed by health sciences and biomedical researchers and staff. In a historic meeting on September 11-12, the group discussed

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MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), today announced the annual payment of over $2.1 million to help maintain Wisconsin’s nine lift bridges along Lake Michigan.  “Wisconsin’s lift bridges are vital to our state’s economy, ensuring that oceangoing ships can access our port cities, opening

MADISON, Wis. — After Donald Trump once again doubled down on his lies about Wisconsin and the 2020 election during Tuesday night’s presidential debate, Wisconsin Republican Bryan Steil went right back to work propping up Trump’s election lies and misinformation in Congress. Bryan Steil has used his post as Chairman of the Committee

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the fall issue of Wisconsin Natural Resources magazine is now available in print and online. Get set to enjoy autumn in Wisconsin with the latest issue. Hunting takes center stage on the magazine cover and inside, including a comprehensive look at

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) is encouraging Wisconsinites to get vaccinated against respiratory illnesses this fall. An updated COVID-19 and a new annual flu vaccine are now available to protect against COVID-19 and flu strains circulating this season. RSV vaccines are also available for people who are eligible, including most older adults and peo…

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) co-introduced the Protecting American Businesses from Russian Litigation Act of 2024 to shield American businesses from frivolous Russian lawfare. The bill closes an existing loophole in federal law and amends Chapter 111 of Title 28 of the United States Code to ensure that U.S. persons are protected from

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, House Accountability War Room launched a new website highlighting Rep. Bryan Steil’s (WI-01) embrace of the policies of Project 2025, an unprecedented and dangerous takeover by MAGA Republicans and wealthy billionaire donors that rolls back Americans’ rights and freedoms, threatens our democracy, and hurts the middle class.  Rep.

MADISON — The ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge, a national nonpartisan initiative, recognized the University of Wisconsin–Madison with several awards for student voting in the 2022 midterm election, including greatest overall turnout in the 2022 Big Ten Voting Challenge. ALL IN also honored UW–Madison for having the highest student voter

MADISON — Last year, after a video of a student making racist comments surfaced online, Chancellor Jennifer L. Mnookin tasked a campus ad hoc group with studying the Black experience at the University of Wisconsin–Madison and recommending steps the campus community could take to positively influence that experience. The Ad

Madison, WI – Americans for Prosperity-Wisconsin (AFP-WI) today announced four new state legislative endorsements ahead of the general election on November 5th, 2024. The state’s premier grassroots organization is supporting Sen. Rob Stafsholt (SD-10) and Jim Rafter (SD-30) for state Senate, and Rep. Shannon Zimmerman (AD-30) and Rep. Will Penterman (AD-38) for state

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that Conservation Warden Brandon Smith was recognized as the Warden of the Year for 2023. Smith, a member of the Racine-Kenosha Warden Team in the DNR’s Southeast Region, joined the DNR in 2006 and became a warden in 2013.

PLATTEVILLE, Wis. — Looking around Mound View Park in Platteville at a recent reunion of the Wisconsin Army National Guard’s 229th Engineer Company, former sergeant major and unit member Jeff Breuer realized the scope and scale of their community impact over the years. “The incredible legacy of the Wisconsin Army National

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) introduced new legislation to ensure businesses that rely on winter weather are eligible for disaster relief during mild winters that do not produce enough snow. The Winter Recreation Small Business Recovery Act introduction comes after Wisconsin businesses suffered during last winter’s low snowfall and

Welcome back, students! Fall semester is underway on public and private college and university campuses across Wisconsin. Now is the best time for students to make sure they are prepared to vote in the upcoming pivotal November 5th Election. Wisconsin is once again one of the most closely contested “battleground” states in

Secretary Kristina Boardman begins her new role today as Wisconsin’s secretary of transportation. Gov. Tony Evers announced her appointment to the position last month. Secretary Boardman becomes the first woman to lead the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) after serving in a variety of roles in the agency, including deputy secretary and

The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty (WILL) announced its newest addition to the education policy team. Daniel Buck is a senior visiting fellow at WILL, where he will write and advise on projects related to K-12 education policy. Daniel will play a key role in WILL’s Restoring American

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters and the public to help prevent the spread of chronic wasting disease (CWD) and other illnesses between deer by following all baiting and feeding bans and refraining from baiting and feeding in areas where no bans are in effect. 

Madison, WI – Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin, in partnership with Center Against Sexual and Domestic Abuse (CASDA) and Douglas County District Attorney Mark Fruehauf, is raising awareness about the rights available to crime victims in Wisconsin through a compelling display of silhouettes at the Douglas County Courthouse. The display is available to view

(Milwaukee, September 11, 2024) Last night’s presidential debate revealed stark contrasts in temperament and character between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. The debate covered several foreign and national issues and exposed Trump’s volatility, pushing him into unhinged tirades as he veered off into lies and conspiracy theories. Statement by Christine