MADISON, Wis. – As the annual gun deer hunting season begins and hunters travel to deer camps, the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) reminds hunters to use local or certified firewood to prevent the spread of harmful forest pests and diseases. Protecting Wisconsin’s forests helps preserve

MADISON, WI — The Wisconsin Association of School District Administrators has named Monona Grove School District Superintendent Dr. Daniel W. Olson the Wisconsin Superintendent of the Year. After more than 30 years in education and over a decade in school and district administration, Dr. Olson sees himself first and foremost

WASHINGTON – On Wednesday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) and U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.) introduced a resolution recognizing the one-year anniversary of the Waukesha Christmas Parade massacre. The resolution recognizes the resiliency and strength of the community of Waukesha, Wisconsin, and honors the six Wisconsinites who were murdered and the

Marinette, Wis. — In early December Theatre on the Bay (TOB) returns with its seasonal favorite “Christmas by the Bay,” a collaboration with Children’s Theatre, featuring amazing local talent. “The company and community look forward to this holiday showcase each year,” says Linda Hornick, Theatre on the Bay producer, “What better

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16, 2022 – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Under Secretary Xochitl Torres Small today announced that USDA is awarding $4 million in cooperative agreements to 17 organizations under the Rural Placemaking Innovation Challenge (RPIC). Placemaking is a collaborative planning and technical assistance process that helps leaders from rural communities create

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Ron Johnson (R-WI) introduced a bipartisan resolution to remember the anniversary of the Waukesha Christmas Parade tragedy on November 21, 2021. The Senate resolution honors the 6 individuals who lost their lives and the 62 others who were injured. “One year ago,

MILWAUKEE – As violent crime continues to rise in Milwaukee, journalists are spending more and more time at the scenes of carjackings, armed robberies and murders. The experience can be overwhelming at times — how do you get your job done while balancing the story, the sensitivity of the victims

Today, Dane County Executive Joe Parisi signed the 2023 County Budget: Opportunity Out of Adversity. The $853 million dollar spending plan works to prioritize life’s basic needs, housing, mental health supports, restorative justice, conservation initiatives, and more. “The past few years of a pandemic, and more recently poverty exacerbated by

With respiratory viruses such as COVID-19, influenza, and RSV circulating at high levels nationwide, the 2022-2023 respiratory season has the potential to be severe, especially for young children and older adults. The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has issued an alert to Wisconsin health care providers(link is external), and urges

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the City of Kaukauna is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to address deficiencies in its public drinking water system. This project includes the replacement of water mains throughout the City of Kaukauna.

MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction today published public and choice school and district report cards for the 2021-22 school year. For 2021-22, a majority of public school districts, schools, and choice schools met or exceeded expectations and have maintained the same rating compared to the previous year.

Madison – State Representative Janel Brandtjen, Chair of the Assembly Committee on Campaigns and Elections, responds to tweets made by WISN’s Jay Weber: “Last week, the recently elected Assembly Republicans held their first caucus since the election  to elect our republican leadership team. I attended the election portion of the

WASHINGTON – Today, President Biden announced his intent to appoint the following individuals to serve in key roles: Adam Tindall-Schlicht, Administrator, Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation Jacqueline Amy Norris, Member, President’s Commission on White House Fellowships Michael E. Capuano, Member, Public Buildings Reform Board Adam Tindall-Schlicht, Administrator, Great

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has recently received several complaints from consumers after they discovered their newly purchased, unused gift cards did not contain any funds. Many consumers reported that, despite there being no evidence of tampering on the cards or packaging,

JANESVILLE – Vibrant red silhouettes will be on display Tuesday outside the Rock County Courthouse to draw attention to the rights of crime victims in Wisconsin. Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin is partnering with the Rock County District Attorney’s Office, YWCA- Rock County, and Family Services on the display to highlight Wisconsin’s

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the city of Jefferson is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to improve its public drinking water system. This project includes the construction of a new well and wellhouse and the removal of

Wisconsin’s emergency responders work tirelessly to save lives and keep our highways safe, responding to approximately 134,700 traffic crashes in Wisconsin every year. Governor Tony Evers proclaimed November 14-18, 2022 as Crash Responder Safety Week and the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) reminds motorists to always practice safe driving habits

When Ellie Fernandez came to the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, she knew she’d have plenty of interesting experiences on campus and around the world thanks to the university’s stellar business and international programs. However, Fernandez — an international business major and French minor who aspires to someday work in the

MADISON, Wis. – Collegiate wrestlers who cut weight through dehydration to compete at a lower weight class were more likely to be injured during competition and no more likely to win, according to a new study from the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health.             Wrestlers compete