MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today, as the state and country celebrate Earth Week, that the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC) awarded $7.8 million from the Energy Innovation Grant Program (EIGP) to 28 projects that will expand access to clean energy and invest in the adoption of innovative technologies and processes. Since the program’s inception in 2017, the PSC has awarded $40 … Please log in to

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced it will be conducting a full drawdown on two flowages at Navarino Wildlife Area: Hanson Flowage and 80 Acre Flowage. The drawdowns will begin this spring, and water levels will be lowered slowly until full drawdown is achieved in

Milwaukee – On May 1, WUWM 89.7 – Milwaukee’s NPR will release its first digital first product, a weekly podcast called “Swing State of the Union” (SSOTU). The podcast will be hosted by WUWM’s “Lake Effect” producer Joy Powers and production assistant Sam Woods. SSOTU is a 10-episode series that explores

MILWAUKEE – The City of Milwaukee is launching the latest round of the Fresh Food Access Fund this week with new grants available to support healthy food initiatives in Milwaukee. The Fresh Food Access Fund will provide a total of $100,000 to support for-profit and not-for-profit efforts that increase the

WAUKESHA, Wis. – The Wisconsin Historical Society announces the listing of the Theodore I. and Margaret Morey House in the National Register of Historic Places on April 3, 2024. The farm is located in a small neighborhood east of the University of Wisconsin – Waukesha. Theodore “Ted” Morey was raised

MARION, Wisc., April 24, 2024 – Today, in honor of Earth Day 2024, Rural Development Wisconsin State Director Julie Lassa announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is funding 19 clean energy projects to lower energy bills, expand access to domestic biofuels and create jobs and new market opportunities for Wisconsin farmers, small business

Milwaukee, Wis. – A beautiful lawn can be both appealing and environmentally friendly, but it can take a lot of work and be a tricky project, and the best of circumstances can still be challenging; extended periods of extreme weather, dull lawnmower blades, bugs, pests, and heavy foot traffic can all lead

April 23, 2024 – Bristol, WI – Attorney Xavier Solis (R-Bristol) announced his candidacy for the office of Kenosha County District Attorney today.  A graduate of the University of Illinois-Chicago Law School, Xavier has been dismayed at the poor record and thoughtless handling of crime in Kenosha County.  His opponent,

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) released the following statement after voting to send the National Security Supplemental bill to the President’s desk: “This bipartisan package delivers the resources we need to keep our families safe from threats at home and abroad. After months of delays, Democrats and

[Milwaukee, WI] – Students for a Democratic Society at the University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee will be holding a PICKET on campus on Wednesday, April 24, 2:30 pm at Mellencamp Hall, 2442 E Kenwood blvd to demand the release of Déjah Welsh’s transcripts. We demand justice for Déjah Welsh, a UW-Milwaukee

Madison, WI – State Representative Ty Bodden (R-Stockbridge) issued the following statement regarding collaborative efforts made by local, state and federal representatives to keep lake sturgeon off the endangered species list: “Today, Wisconsinites can cheer the decision made by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to keep lake sturgeon off

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MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is aware of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s (USFWS) announcement today of the 12-month finding on a petition to list lake sturgeon as an endangered or threatened species. The notification of petition finding identifies that the listing of lake sturgeon

On Sunday, April 7, the Marquette University chapter of Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) planted 41,000 flags on campus in recognition of the ongoing genocide in Gaza. They acted with the full knowledge and permission of the university administration. It was a solemn and nonviolent display of solidarity and

MADISON, Wis. — Democratic Party of Wisconsin Rapid Response Director Arik Wolk released the following statement responding to the troubling report from the New York Times that Eric Hovde’s bank is facing a lawsuit for elder abuse and wrongful death in a nursing home the bank owns: “This is a deeply concerning report that

PRAIRIE DU CHIEN — Ahead of Vice President Kamala Harris’ trip to La Crosse, Congressman Derrick Van Orden released the following statement highlighting her failed role as Border Czar and her latest attempt to gaslight Wisconsinites when it comes to the state of the economy. “The Biden administration has failed Wisconsin

This April marks the 7th annual Medicaid Awareness Month. Medicaid remains a critical source of coverage as Americans age, with Medicaid serving as a primary funder for long-term care and filling many of the gaps in Medicare coverage, such as premium costs, transportation to medical appointments, and medical equipment. 18.2

(MADISON, Wis.) – The Wisconsin Professional Police Association (WPPA) today announced its endorsement of André Jacque for Congress. Jacque’s legislative leadership getting important law enforcement priorities enacted into law and his repeated high rankings on the WPPA’s cumulative legislative report card were the basis for the endorsement decision, which was

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) today announced that this upcoming Saturday is National Drug Take Back Day. More than 135 events are planned across Wisconsin on Saturday, April 27, 2023, with more than 248 participating law enforcement agencies, where Wisconsinites are encouraged to dispose of unwanted