MADISON, Wis. – Following several recent black bear sightings across the state, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is reminding the public to take precautions to avoid potential conflicts this summer. Although black bears are most common in the northern half of the state, populations have been slowly expanding south over the

(Green Bay, Wis.) – Imports of limestone and cement led the way as nearly 180,000 tons of cargo moved through the Port of Green Bay in May. Despite the solid tonnage numbers in May, the year-to-date totals are down 32% from last year when May totalled more than 281,000 tons

TOWNSHIP OF OCONTO, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is investigating an officer involved critical incident (OICI) in the Township of Oconto, Wis. that occurred on the afternoon of Wednesday, June 8, 2022. DCI is requesting anyone who witnessed the shooting incident on

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin joined 32 of her Senate colleagues in a push to extend child nutrition waivers ahead of their expiration and enact a robust set of child nutrition priorities in any upcoming legislative vehicles. As school summer break is already underway in many states, it

MADISON, Wis. — In case you missed it, UpNorthNews highlighted Governor Tony Evers’ efforts to invest in small businesses across the state. During Gov. Evers’ first term, more than 4,500 small businesses in all 72 counties have benefited from the Main Street Bounceback program — and funding is still available for even more

Governor Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) today announced that a new Rustic Road guide that offers 123 backroad trips through Wisconsin scenery is available in print and online. The newest route, Rustic Road 123, is in northwest Winnebago County along Pioneer and Medina Junction roads near

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) joined Rep. Glenn Grothman (R-WI) and the Wisconsin delegation in introducing the Hmong Congressional Gold Medal Act to honor the distinguished service of the Hmong people in the fight against communism throughout the Vietnam War. The bill has a total of 38 bipartisan cosponsors. “During

MADISON, Wis.—In case you missed it, this week Senator Ron Johnson once again advocated for repealing Affordable Care Act protections for people with pre-existing conditions, and replacing them with high risk pool coverage — potentially throwing millions off their health care plans and pricing them out of insurance. This comes after Senator

MADISON, Wis. – Yesterday, thanks to support from every Wisconsin Democrat in Congress, the U.S. House passed the Lower Food & Fuel Costs Act to help lower food and gas prices. Nearly 200 House Republicans, including every Wisconsin Republican in Congress, voted against the bill – once again putting partisan politics over solutions to help

MENASHA, Wis. (June 17, 2022) – Samaritan, a state-certified and nationally accredited nonprofit mental health and substance abuse care agency that treats adults and children in northeast Wisconsin, is excited to announce an additional $100,000 donation from the lead donor of its capital campaign, Lynne Keller. This donation, made the same day Samaritan opened

Washington, D.C. – The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is proposing a destructive new regulation that will force companies to disclose their direct and indirect greenhouse gas emissions as well as their so-called long-term “climate” risks. This rule will harm American small businesses, destroy energy independence, compel the speech of businesses without proper

MADISON — Today, State Treasurer and candidate for U.S. Senate Sarah Godlewski traveled to Kenosha to participate in the Bans Off Our Bodies rally and join advocates in making their voices heard as the Supreme Court appears likely to overturn Roe v. Wade in the coming weeks. “Women in Wisconsin

Milwaukee – This week, Alex Lasry slammed Ron Johnson for doing nothing to protect Wisconsin from gun violence and marched with students advocating for gun safety. He also traveled to Racine, Marquinhos, Madison, Cleveland, Sheboygan, Manitowoc and received endorsements from several local leaders. Alex Lasry on New Bipartisan Gun Safety Agreement:

EAU CLAIRE, Wisc. – Today, Wisconsin Rapids Firefighters Local 425 announced their endorsement of Rebecca Cooke, the only working-class candidate in the race, in Wisconsin’s Third Congressional District ahead of the upcoming August 9 primary. Local 425 cited Rebecca’s demonstrated commitment to public safety, workers’ rights, and economic security in declaring their

WASHINGTON D.C. – The U.S. Navy announced today that Fincantieri Marinette Marine is on contract to build a third Constellation-class Frigate, the future USS Chesapeake. This announcement follows last month’s successful critical design review of the first-in-class FFG-62, which is nearing the start of construction.  The value of this contract option

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) is working to assist FoodShare members who lost food due to recent severe weather from a power outage lasting four or more hours or because of other storm damage. “The damage caused by the severe storms across Wisconsin this week has hit many families

The Bay at Suring and The Bay at Manahawkin Health and Rehabilitation Centers, and The Bay at Garden View Assisted Living Center have been recognized as 2022 recipients of the Bronze – Commitment to Quality Award by the American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL) for those facilities

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Defense Spending Reduction Caucus Co-Chairs Reps. Mark Pocan and Barbara Lee introduced legislation to cut $100 billion from the Defense budget and reallocate the funds to prioritize people over the Pentagon. “The Pentagon’s budget continues to grow year after year, even as our forever wars have finally wound down,” Rep. Pocan said. “The