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MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is asking boaters to help stop the spread of invasive, nonnative plants and animals in our waters. This Fourth of July holiday weekend, DNR staff and volunteers with Clean Boats, Clean Waters will
FORT MCCOY, Wis. — A combination of recent history and some hustle enabled the Wisconsin Army National Guard’s 32nd Infantry Brigade Combat Team to train on Tube-launched Optically-tracked Wire-guided (TOW) anti-tank missiles during the unit’s annual training this year. “The
After Friday’s ruling from the United States Supreme Court on the case of Dobbs v. Jackson, leaders from the America First Policy Institute made the following statements surrounding the landmark decision and the future of life in our nation: “Today’s
LA CROSSE, WI – In a press release on Friday, the Wisconsin Education Association Council (WEAC) and the National Education Association (NEA) recommended State Senator Brad Pfaff in the 3rd Congressional District. “It is an honor to receive the support
Mosinee, WI – Brent Jacobson is honored to announce the endorsement of Marathon County Sheriff Scott Parks. Sheriff Parks joins 13 Marathon County Board Supervisors, Former State Rep. Mary Williams, Former Governor Scott McCallum, and Former Governor Scott Walker in
Milwaukee, Wis. – Inflation is higher than it has been since the 1980s in both the United States and Canada. With prices rising on everything from gas to groceries to housing costs, how can you buy what you need and still stay on budget?Inflation is impacting every
LA CROSSE – Today, a straw poll conducted by WisPolitics during the Democratic Party of Wisconsin’s State Convention showed Wisconsin State Treasurer and candidate for U.S. Senate Sarah Godlewski “effectively tied” with Mandela Barnes among the democratic faithful and core primary voters. “Today makes it
[Fond du Lac, WI…] Fond Du Lac District Attorney Eric Toney, law enforcement’s choice for Attorney General, issued the following statement in response to Josh Kaul’s announced stance following the overturning of Roe v. Wade: “Despite nearly four years of
La Crosse, WI. – Outagamie County Executive and U.S. Senate candidate Tom Nelson spoke today at the Democratic Convention in La Crosse. Below are the remarks Nelson delivered: “I’m Tom Nelson. I’m a proud, 5th-generation Wisconsin Democrat from Outagamie County.
La Crosse, WI – Today, Alex Lasry will speak at the 2022 Democratic Convention in La Crosse, these are his remarks as prepared: *** Four years ago, I was walking through Fiserv Forum. It was one of the Bucks’ first games
This morning at the Wisconsin Democrats’ convention, the candidates for U.S. Senate will try to duck their party’s terrible record of skyrocketing inflation, record-high gas prices, out-of-control crime, and a crippled supply chain. A few things to keep in mind:
MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, Governor Tony Evers headlined the Democratic Party of Wisconsin 2022 Convention in La Crosse. This year’s theme – Doing What’s Right For Wisconsin – highlights the work of Gov. Evers and Democrats to grow the middle
[La Crosse, WI] – This weekend, Wisconsin Democrats will gather for their first State Convention in three years. Despite holding the governor’s office and the White House, Democrat leadership has been devoid of accomplishment as Wisconsinites continue to struggle with
Brownsville, TX – Forward Latino, a non-partisan, non-profit advocacy and service organization with members and affiliates in 29 states applaud the passage of the bipartisan “Safe Communities Act.” National President Darryl Morin stated “We want to thank President Joe Biden,
MILWAUKEE – In response to the United States Supreme Court’s decision this morning in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization overturning Roe v. Wade and removing the right to abortion care, State Rep. David Bowen (D-Milwaukee) released the following statement: “Today, a group of
Madison, Wisconsin (June 24, 2022) – The Wisconsin Supreme Court has appointed circuit court judges from Waushara, Outagamie and Taylor counties as new chief judges of their respective judicial administrative districts, effective Aug. 1, 2022. The Court also re-appointed judges from
Today the U.S. Supreme Court issued its opinion in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, overturning Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood v. Casey. This decision corrects a tragic wrong in our federal jurisprudence that has permitted the killing of
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) announced 13 projects have been selected to receive more than $564,000 in Export Expansion Grants. These grants aim to accelerate the growth of Wisconsin dairy, meat, and
MADISON — Abortion providers and physicians across Wisconsin today denounced the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling overturning Roe v Wade, which has protected the constitutional right to an abortion for nearly 50 years. “This unprecedented decision will put Wisconsinites, and tens
MADISON – State Representative Elijah Behnke (R-Oconto) released the following statement in response to the United States Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade today: “What a historic day it is! The Supreme Court has overturned Roe v. Wade, the case that had been a
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is asking boaters to help stop the spread of invasive, nonnative plants and animals in our waters. This Fourth of July holiday weekend, DNR staff and volunteers with Clean Boats, Clean Waters will be at boat launches statewide for their 2022 Landing Blitz, reminding
FORT MCCOY, Wis. — A combination of recent history and some hustle enabled the Wisconsin Army National Guard’s 32nd Infantry Brigade Combat Team to train on Tube-launched Optically-tracked Wire-guided (TOW) anti-tank missiles during the unit’s annual training this year. “The proliferation and effectiveness of Anti-tank Guided Missiles (ATGM) in the
After Friday’s ruling from the United States Supreme Court on the case of Dobbs v. Jackson, leaders from the America First Policy Institute made the following statements surrounding the landmark decision and the future of life in our nation: “Today’s historic Supreme Court decision does not mark the end of
LA CROSSE, WI – In a press release on Friday, the Wisconsin Education Association Council (WEAC) and the National Education Association (NEA) recommended State Senator Brad Pfaff in the 3rd Congressional District. “It is an honor to receive the support of current and retired educators across the 3rd Congressional District,”
Mosinee, WI – Brent Jacobson is honored to announce the endorsement of Marathon County Sheriff Scott Parks. Sheriff Parks joins 13 Marathon County Board Supervisors, Former State Rep. Mary Williams, Former Governor Scott McCallum, and Former Governor Scott Walker in supporting Brent to be Central and Northern Wisconsin’s next State
Milwaukee, Wis. – Inflation is higher than it has been since the 1980s in both the United States and Canada. With prices rising on everything from gas to groceries to housing costs, how can you buy what you need and still stay on budget?Inflation is impacting every household. The same amount of money buys less than it
LA CROSSE – Today, a straw poll conducted by WisPolitics during the Democratic Party of Wisconsin’s State Convention showed Wisconsin State Treasurer and candidate for U.S. Senate Sarah Godlewski “effectively tied” with Mandela Barnes among the democratic faithful and core primary voters. “Today makes it clear that no one should underestimate Sarah Godlewski. Voters were
[Fond du Lac, WI…] Fond Du Lac District Attorney Eric Toney, law enforcement’s choice for Attorney General, issued the following statement in response to Josh Kaul’s announced stance following the overturning of Roe v. Wade: “Despite nearly four years of turning a blind eye to public safety at our Department
La Crosse, WI. – Outagamie County Executive and U.S. Senate candidate Tom Nelson spoke today at the Democratic Convention in La Crosse. Below are the remarks Nelson delivered: “I’m Tom Nelson. I’m a proud, 5th-generation Wisconsin Democrat from Outagamie County. I’ve been elected six times in a Trump county. I
La Crosse, WI – Today, Alex Lasry will speak at the 2022 Democratic Convention in La Crosse, these are his remarks as prepared: *** Four years ago, I was walking through Fiserv Forum. It was one of the Bucks’ first games in the new arena. I ran into Kanita Hunter.
This morning at the Wisconsin Democrats’ convention, the candidates for U.S. Senate will try to duck their party’s terrible record of skyrocketing inflation, record-high gas prices, out-of-control crime, and a crippled supply chain. A few things to keep in mind: Mandela Barnes would threaten public safety, as he promotes eliminating cash bail, supported ‘Abolish ICE’
MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, Governor Tony Evers headlined the Democratic Party of Wisconsin 2022 Convention in La Crosse. This year’s theme – Doing What’s Right For Wisconsin – highlights the work of Gov. Evers and Democrats to grow the middle class, fully fund our neighborhood public schools, rebuild our roads
[La Crosse, WI] – This weekend, Wisconsin Democrats will gather for their first State Convention in three years. Despite holding the governor’s office and the White House, Democrat leadership has been devoid of accomplishment as Wisconsinites continue to struggle with sky-high prices, a crippled supply chain, and rising crime. Here’s
Brownsville, TX – Forward Latino, a non-partisan, non-profit advocacy and service organization with members and affiliates in 29 states applaud the passage of the bipartisan “Safe Communities Act.” National President Darryl Morin stated “We want to thank President Joe Biden, leadership in the United States Senate, Speaker Pelosi, and especially
MILWAUKEE – In response to the United States Supreme Court’s decision this morning in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization overturning Roe v. Wade and removing the right to abortion care, State Rep. David Bowen (D-Milwaukee) released the following statement: “Today, a group of six unelected Republican extremist judges went against fifty years’ worth
Madison, Wisconsin (June 24, 2022) – The Wisconsin Supreme Court has appointed circuit court judges from Waushara, Outagamie and Taylor counties as new chief judges of their respective judicial administrative districts, effective Aug. 1, 2022. The Court also re-appointed judges from Kenosha and Barron counties to continue as chief judges. The
Today the U.S. Supreme Court issued its opinion in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, overturning Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood v. Casey. This decision corrects a tragic wrong in our federal jurisprudence that has permitted the killing of millions of innocent human beings. In Wisconsin alone, approximately 600,000
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) announced 13 projects have been selected to receive more than $564,000 in Export Expansion Grants. These grants aim to accelerate the growth of Wisconsin dairy, meat, and crop products and are funded through the Wisconsin Initiative for
MADISON — Abortion providers and physicians across Wisconsin today denounced the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling overturning Roe v Wade, which has protected the constitutional right to an abortion for nearly 50 years. “This unprecedented decision will put Wisconsinites, and tens of millions of people across America, in harm’s way,” said
MADISON – State Representative Elijah Behnke (R-Oconto) released the following statement in response to the United States Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade today: “What a historic day it is! The Supreme Court has overturned Roe v. Wade, the case that had been a stain on our nation for almost 50 years. Wisconsin’s 1849