MADISON – Today, Wisconsin Secretary of State Sarah Godlewski announced her endorsement of Senator Melissa Agard as the next Dane County Executive. “I first got to know Melissa as a leader with a statewide organization committed to uplifting pro-choice women.  I’ve watched Melissa get things done as a local representative to leading

MADISON — Beginning in the fall of 2024, the University of Wisconsin-Madison will offer financial support to cover the full cost of pursuing an undergraduate degree for Wisconsin residents who are enrolled members of federally recognized Wisconsin Indian tribes, Chancellor Jennifer L. Mnookin announced today. The commitment covers not only

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is accepting nominations for the 2023 Hunter Education Instructor of the Year, Hunter Education Group of the Year and Archery Education Instructor of the Year awards. Current hunter and archery education instructors and hunter education groups that have significantly advanced hunter

MADISON – The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD) and the University of Wisconsin-Stout (UW-Stout) are partnering on a first-of-its-kind program in Wisconsin to combine instruction at a four-year college with a Registered Apprenticeship program. The new Workforce Development Specialist Certificate program, also known as the Train the Trainer apprenticeship, started

The Wisconsin Department of Revenue (DOR) is reminding Wisconsin residents to check their current property tax bill for the lottery and gaming credit. The credit provides direct property tax relief to qualifying taxpayers on their property tax bills. Lottery proceeds are paid into a separate segregated state fund. The lottery

[La Crosse, Wis.] – Radiologist and breast cancer specialist Dr. Taj Kattapuram authored an opinion column in the La Crosse Tribune advocating for action on Senate Bill 121, which increases access to life-saving breast imaging for those with dense breast tissue and those at increased risk of breast cancer. The bipartisan bill,

MILWAUKEE — The 128th Air Refueling Wing rallied its Airmen to participate in a groundbreaking Brothers at War workshop, facilitated by the Gary Sinise Foundation, Dec. 3 at the Oak Creek Community Center. “Mental health is crucial to our overall ability to complete our mission,” said Col. Adria P. Zuccaro,

Governor Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), today announced $5,232,790 for local transportation services that serve seniors and those with disabilities. “If folks anywhere in Wisconsin need help getting to a grocery store, a job or a medical appointment, they should have good, safe options,” Governor Evers

SUPERIOR — On Friday, the United States Department of Agriculture’s Rural Utilities Service issued a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for the Nemadji Trail Energy Center (NTEC) project. This long-awaited decision marks a crucial milestone in advancing sustainable energy solutions for Wisconsin and underscores the commitment to fostering economic growth in the region.

MADISON – As professionals across the state prepare to embark on a new year, Wisconsin Women in Government is excited to announce its annual Holiday Headshot event, offering a unique opportunity to kickstart the year with a new professional image. The event is scheduled to take place on Thursday, January 11,

The Libertarian Party of Wisconsin (LPWI) invites citizens of Wisconsin to join a town hall meeting on Zoom with LP Presidential candidate Mike ter Maat, at 7 PM, Tuesday, December 19th. The LPWI especially encourages the press media and the voting public to join the town hall gathering to discover

WASHINGTON – On Sunday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) released the following statement on the letter sent today by 15 Senate Republicans to Conference Chair John Barrasso, M.D. (R-Wyo.) requesting a meeting of the Conference the week of January 8, 2024 to discuss the negotiations with President Biden and Senate Democrats regarding border security. “Earlier today, I joined 14

WASHINGTON – On Sunday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined 14 of his Senate GOP colleagues in sending a letter to Conference Chair John Barrasso, M.D. (R-Wyo.) requesting a meeting of the Conference the week of January 8, 2024 to discuss the negotiations with President Biden and Senate Democrats regarding border security.  Sen. Johnson was joined on this letter by

MADISON – Today, workers at TruStage Financial Group, Inc. accepted a new labor agreement with the Office and Professional Employees International Union after over a year and a half of negotiations. State Senator Melissa Agard (D-Madison) released the following statement:  “I will always stand on the side of hard-working people

“I had an abortion before Roe, and access to this reproductive care ensured I wasn’t permanently mired in poverty and gave me the power to control my own destiny. Every woman should have the freedom to make their own health care decisions. I will use all my power as a

Madison, WI – Union workers at TruStage Financial Group, Inc (“TruStage”) have voted to accept a new labor agreement effective through March 2028. TruStage workers, represented by the Office and Professional Employees International Union (OPEIU) Local 39, reached a tentative agreement with the Company on December 6 after more than

Take an in-depth look into Wisconsin’s exciting and historic sturgeon spearing tradition with the help of Wisconsin Natural Resources magazine. / Photo Credit: David Nevala While it may still feel like fall (or maybe even spring), winter’s chill is undoubtedly on its way. Get ready for the frigid months ahead

MADISON, WI – Representative Shelia Stubbs introduces LRB-0176/1, seeks to create an Office of Violence Prevention in the Department of Health Services. Representative Shelia Stubbs (D-77) released the following statement: “To preserve the safety of our families and neighbors, we must address the persistent threat of violence. Violence is a