Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov  MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced that he has activated the Wisconsin National Guard to support Winnebago County’s ongoing recovery response after devastating and destructive storms earlier this week. This announcement also comes as, earlier today, Gov. Evers toured storm damage in Menasha, where he met and spoke

MILWAUKEE – The Northern Midwest Regional Council of Carpenters today endorsed Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley for Governor of Wisconsin. The union represents thousands of carpenters, millwrights, and other skilled tradespeople across Wisconsin. “Wisconsin’s carpenters are proud to endorse David Crowley because he understands that strong unions and a highly

Milwaukee, WI — Democratic candidate for governor Joel Brennan  released the following statement:  “It’s unfortunate for voters that this primary has gotten more attention for chaos than the stakes of this election. From the start of this campaign, my focus has been on the families, workers, businesses, and communities being squeezed by

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin’s (D-WI) bipartisan legislation to block key elements of President Trump’s effort to shut down the Department of Education advanced on a bipartisan vote out of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee. The bill would block some of the deals, called

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today delivered his weekly radio address, highlighting efforts of the Evers Administration to cut down emissions and reduce the state’s climate impact, while investing in a more sustainable future for the state. The governor’s radio address features the state’s new Clean Fleet Policy, which requires state agencies to purchase

Milwaukee, WI, July 29, 2026 — The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee School of Continuing Education (UWM SCE) is proud to introduce the Applied Agile Professional Microcredential, a new professional development pathway developed with support from the HERA Micorcredential Grant. The four-course microcredential provides a practical, multi-framework foundation in Agile approaches, helping professionals lead

MADISON, WI – The Customers First Coalition is pleased to announce the release of its policy brief, Understanding Energy Costs in 2026. As Wisconsin’s energy needs continue to evolve, understanding what drives customer energy costs has never been more important. This report examines the many factors that influence energy bills—from infrastructure

MADISON, Wis. – Individuals and households impacted storms and flooding from April 13-23, 2026, have one month remaining to apply for Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) assistance or U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) physical disaster loan. Those impacted by the disaster are urged to apply by Aug. 31, 2026.  “The deadline is more than just a date on a calendar,

Stephanie Bloomingdale, President of the Wisconsin AFL-CIO, released the following statement announcing the labor federation’s endorsement of Josh Kaul for Wisconsin Attorney General: “As Attorney General, Josh Kaul has a strong record of protecting the rights and freedoms of working people in Wisconsin,” said Wisconsin AFL-CIO President Stephanie Bloomingdale. “Attorney

MADISON – Today, Volunteers for Agriculture®, the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation’s political action arm, announced several endorsements in partisan primaries for state Senate and state Assembly races ahead of the August 11 Primary Election.   The VFA® endorsement process began with candidate engagement at the local county Farm Bureau level. Farm Bureau members engaged candidates and learned about their backgrounds and

Madison, Wis. — In a letter sent today, PETA urges the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to investigate likely violations of the federal Animal Welfare Act at the University of Wisconsin-Madison (UW-Madison) after multiple fights among caged, stressed monkeys at the federally funded Wisconsin National Primate Research Center caused severe injuries, including the

WEDC invested $229 million across Wisconsin in fiscal year 2026 to support entrepreneurs and startups, small businesses, housing, child care, Main Street development, job creation and workforce retention, and more  MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC), today announced that in fiscal year 2026, which ended June 30, 2026, WEDC invested $229 million in 67

WASHINGTON, DC –– Today marks the 61st anniversary of Medicaid being signed into law. The program is a lifeline for pregnant patients, working families, and rural communities across the country who need comprehensive health care — including reproductive care. Despite Medicaid’s critical role in making health care accessible to millions of Americans,

MADISON, WI. — This summer, a report from the Center for American Progress found that federal Republican policies increased the cost of living for Wisconsin families by between $2,000 and $3,500 in eighteen months since the start of Trump’s second term. Representative Randy Udell (D-47th District) released the following statement: “While

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representatives Mark Pocan (WI-02), Lois Frankel (FL-22), Emily Randall (WA-06), and Mark Takano (CA-39) led 113 of their colleagues in a letter to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Director, Russell Vought, regarding reports that the Trump Administration has directed the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

Port Washington, Wis. – The Responsible Energy Alliance (“REA”), a local citizen alliance, filed a petition with the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (“PSC”) Wednesday asking the PSC to revoke its Dec. 15, 2025, determination that American Transmission Company’s (“ATC”) application for the Ozaukee County Distribution Interconnection Project (Docket No.

MADISON, Wis. — Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin is pleased to announce the appointment of Tanya Andersen Buckingham as its new Vice President of Advancement, a key executive leadership position responsible for advancing the organization’s mission through strategic fundraising, cross-sector partnerships, and community-centered engagement. In this role, Buckingham will provide

Delafield, Wis. — July 30, 2026 — A new statewide poll commissioned by the Institute for Reforming Government (IRG) finds a Wisconsin governor’s race that is far less settled than topline approval numbers suggest. Democratic officeholders remain net-positive on job approval and Republicans are underwater — but Republicans hold a

MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin Conservation Congress (WCC) and Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources leaders (DNR) met in July to discuss their shared commitment to conserving the state’s natural resources and how to continue providing excellent opportunities for outdoor recreation. The WCC is the only statutory body in the state where residents

Washington, D.C. – Yesterday, Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-MD), Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06), & Americans who have been impacted by Washington Republicans’ attacks on health care joined a press call alongside Unrig Our Economy, Social Security Works, Protect Our Care, and Caring Across Generations to warn about a harsh new Republican Medicaid rule that could