MADISON, Wis. – If you are covering Governor Tony Evers’ State of the State Address, please consider the following statement from WisGOP Chairman Brian Schimming: “From an economic recession to cheerleading for DEI, Governor Tony Evers has dragged Wisconsin down over the course of his tenure. Wisconsinites know our state can

MADISON – Inflammation in the gut can trigger a doom loop of sorts. The condition messes with the sensitive relationships between food, digestive acids, microbes and the immune system in ways that can promote further inflammation and, sometimes, the eventual growth of tumors. Scientists at the University of Wisconsin–Madison have

MILWAUKEE_The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee has reached new agreements with four regional technical colleges that will guarantee admission for their graduates and make transferring credits to UWM a simple, stress-free process. It’s one of the latest ways UWM continues to reduce barriers for students to attend college so they can earn

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Madison, Wis. – When Madison’s oldest post-prohibition tavern closes its doors next month, it won’t be a final goodbye. Nostalgic patrons will again have a chance to pull up a stool to the 1930s mahogany bar top when the new Wisconsin History Center opens on Capitol Square in early 2027.

MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) – the combined state chamber and manufacturers’ association – announced on Tuesday the promotion of Evan Umpir. In addition to his role as Director of Tax, Transportation & Legal Affairs, Umpir will also serve as the organization’s General Counsel. “Evan has been a terrific

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Democratic Mayors Association elected Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego as their new President, along with Vice Presidents Mayor Justin Bibb (Cleveland, OH), Mayor Levar Stoney (Richmond, VA),  Mayor Todd Gloria (San Diego, CA), and Mayor Paige Cognetti (Scranton, PA). Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway (Madison, WI) was … Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please

MILWAUKEE – Disability:IN Wisconsin, Wisconsin’s only business association dedicated to disability inclusion in the workplace, announced the appointment of Saul Newton as the organization’s new Executive Director. With a proven track record of leadership in the disability inclusion field, Newton brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to advancing

Madison, Wis. —The Executive Committee of the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) has appointed Wisconsin Insurance Commissioner Nathan Houdek as chair of the Financial Condition (E) Committee and as a member of the Life Insurance and Annuities (A) Committee. The Financial Condition (E) Committee serves as the central forum and

With a heavy heart, I have some news for you today: I have decided to end my campaign for Congress. I’ve spent my life giving back to Western Wisconsin–first at the United Way, then for more than two decades on the La Crosse County Board of Supervisors–and I always will.

MILWAUKEE, WI — A public memorial service in remembrance of U.S. Senator Herb Kohl will take place Friday, January 12, at 12 p.m. at Milwaukee’s Fiserv Forum. Senator Kohl passed away December 27, 2023, at the age of 88. He was elected to four terms in the U.S. Senate and

FENNIMORE, Wis., January 3, 2023 – United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development State Director for Wisconsin Julie Lassa today visited Fennimore to help the community celebrate completion of a new family practice clinic. “I’m pleased to join the community in celebrating the opening of this new health care clinic

Washington, D.C. (January 2, 2024) – Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) will join Speaker Johnson and several of his Republican colleagues tomorrow in Eagle Pass, TX. At the border, they will meet with state and local officials to discuss the situation at the border and the failures of current border policies. “Our southern border is not secure –… Please log in to

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) invites individuals with a passion for promoting agriculture to apply to be the 77th Alice in Dairyland through January 31, 2024. As one of the most widely recognized communications professionals in Wisconsin agriculture, Alice in Dairyland travels

MILWAUKEE – Jay Rothman, president of the Universities of Wisconsin, will be the guest speaker at a Newsmaker Luncheon set for Tuesday, January 23, hosted by the Milwaukee Press Club and WisPolitics.com. Rothman, the UW system’s ninth president, succeeded former Wisconsin Gov. and former U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Tommy G. Thompson

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MILWAUKEE, WI – Jack Eckblad, candidate for Milwaukee County Board Supervisory District 4, proudly announced his campaign’s endorsement from the Democratic Party of Milwaukee County today. “The Democratic Party of Milwaukee County is committed to empowering citizens and electing leaders who embody our values of progress, inclusivity, and coalition building.