Gov. Evers, First Lady: Celebrate Kwanzaa in Wisconsin 

Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov  MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers and First Lady Kathy Evers today shared a video message wishing Wisconsinites a happy Kwanzaa.   The governor and first lady’s video message is available here, and a transcript of the video message is available below.  Governor: Hello, Wisconsin. Governor

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Milwaukee County Exec Crowley: Signs legislation approving MCTS service plan that maintains public transit services for workers, students, and the community

CONTACT: press@milwaukeecountywi.gov MILWAUKEE – Today, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley signed legislation approving the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) 2026 Service Plan that will maintain and maximize public transit services next year. The Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors approved the 2026 MCTS Service Plan

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Gov. Evers: Grants 167 pardons, bringing total pardons granted to 1807

Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov  MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he has granted another 167 pardons, bringing his total number of pardons granted during his time in office to 1807. “A pardon offers individuals is a second chance and acknowledges the good work these folks have done to make amends, give

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Civic Media: Expands northern Wisconsin country coverage

Amery, WI (December 22, 2025) – Civic Media announces that WLAK-FM 107.5 in Amery, WI has flipped from News/Talk to a simulcast of St. Croix Country (WSCM Baldwin, WI) effective immediately. The move significantly expands the reach of the popular country format across west-central

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Dept. of Justice: AG Kaul joins multistate lawsuit challenging federal attempt to limit access to gender-affirming care

Contact: DOJCommunications@doj.state.wi.us MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul is announcing that Wisconsin joined a coalition of states earlier this week in suing to block the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) from enforcing a declaration that attempts to limit access to gender-affirming care for young people. AG

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Gov. Evers, WHEDA: Award $2 million in grant funds for housing assistance to Wisconsin’s most vulnerable populations

Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov  Awards to support more than 1,500 beds and housing units in 27 counties across the state MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA), today announced that 59 organizations will receive $2 million in grants from the WHEDA Foundation to improve emergency shelters, transitional

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Gov. Evers, First Lady: Celebrate Kwanzaa in Wisconsin 

Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov  MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers and First Lady Kathy Evers today shared a video message wishing Wisconsinites a happy Kwanzaa.   The governor and first lady’s video message is available here, and a transcript of the video message is available below.  Governor: Hello, Wisconsin. Governor Tony Evers here.   First Lady: And I’m First Lady Kathy Evers.  Governor: We just wanted to

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Milwaukee County Exec Crowley: Signs legislation approving MCTS service plan that maintains public transit services for workers, students, and the community

CONTACT: press@milwaukeecountywi.gov MILWAUKEE – Today, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley signed legislation approving the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) 2026 Service Plan that will maintain and maximize public transit services next year. The Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors approved the 2026 MCTS Service Plan last week. “My administration worked with MCTS and the Milwaukee

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Gov. Evers, First Lady: Host virtual tour of 2025 holiday decorations at the Wisconsin Executive Residence 

Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov  MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers and First Lady Kathy Evers today shared their annual virtual tour of the 2025 holiday decorations at the Wisconsin Executive Residence to highlight and thank local businesses, organizations, and volunteers for their help in making the Residence festive this holiday season. “Each year, volunteers

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Gov. Evers, WHEDA: Announce more than $6.3 million for affordable housing loan program award

Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov  Investment will support five affordable housing developments, more than 520 housing units statewide  MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA), today announced over $6.3 million to support five new housing developments that will create 521 workforce housing units in communities across the state. The funding

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Gov. Evers: Grants 167 pardons, bringing total pardons granted to 1807

Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov  MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he has granted another 167 pardons, bringing his total number of pardons granted during his time in office to 1807. “A pardon offers individuals is a second chance and acknowledges the good work these folks have done to make amends, give back, and grow as individuals,” said Gov. Evers. “Many of these individuals have

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Gov. Evers: Appoints Owen Piotrowski to the Milwaukee County Circuit Court

Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov  MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today his appointment of Owen Piotrowski to the Milwaukee County Circuit Court – Branch 38. The appointment will fill the vacancy being created by Judge Jeffrey A. Wagner’s resignation. Piotrowski will complete a term ending July 31, 2027. “Owen Piotrowski has served the

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Gov. Evers: Appoints David Hughes to the Kenosha County Circuit Court

Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov  MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today his appointment of David Hughes to the Kenosha County Circuit Court – Branch 4. The appointment will fill the vacancy being created by Judge Anthony Milisauskas’ resignation. Hughes will complete a term ending July 31, 2027. “David Hughes’ experience and commitment to

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Wisconsin Farmers Union: Annual Farm and Rural Lobby Day set for Jan. 14

Contact: Tommy Enright Phone: (715)-563-2169 Email: tenright@wisconsinfarmersunion.com  Wisconsin Farmers Union (WFU) will once again host the annual Farm and Rural Lobby Day in Madison on Wednesday, January 14, 2026. New policy set by WFU’s grassroots membership at the 95th Annual State Convention in December is informing this year’s Lobby Day priorities. Priority legislative

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WisDOJ: AG Kaul and coalition sue Trump administration over efforts to defund Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

Contact: DOJCommunications@doj.state.wi.us MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul today is announcing that Wisconsin has joined a coalition of states suing the Trump administration to stop the defunding of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). The CFPB’s acting director, Russel Vought, is attempting to defund the agency by refusing to request any funding

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U.S. Rep. Steil: Announces 2025 First Congressional District Congressional App Challenge winner

Franklin, WI – Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) announced the 2025 Congressional App Challenge first place winner, Sonakshi Giri, from Franklin High School. Following the event, Steil released the following statement congratulating this year’s winner. “Congratulations to Sonakshi Giri from Franklin High School, winner of the 2025 App Challenge, for her app, RideRight. Creating an app

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Gov. Evers: Signs Executive Order #283 declaring an energy emergency

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced he has signed Executive Order #283, extending the energy emergency in the state of Wisconsin. Due to persistent challenges caused by a pipeline disruption within the Midwestern pipeline distribution system, coupled with high demand for residential heating fuel, including heating oil and propane,

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Dept. of Justice: Attorney General Kaul announces multistate settlement with Mercedes over alleged emissions fraud

MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul announced that Wisconsin has joined a coalition of 50 attorneys general in reaching a $149,673,750 settlement with Mercedes-Benz AG (together, “Mercedes”) arising from claims that the companies marketed, sold and leased vehicles equipped with illegal and undisclosed emissions defeat devices designed to circumvent

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Sen. Wimberger, Rep. Wittke: Annual audit report of state finances shows repeat findings and internal control issues

DOT makes nearly $1 billion mistake; DOA refuses to fix IT concerns MADISON – Senator Eric Wimberger (R-Oconto) and Representative Robert Wittke (R-Caledonia) released the following statement after the nonpartisan Legislative Audit Bureau issued Report 25-33, the annual audit of the state’s financial statements for the 2024-25 fiscal year: “The Wisconsin

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Civic Media: Expands northern Wisconsin country coverage

Amery, WI (December 22, 2025) – Civic Media announces that WLAK-FM 107.5 in Amery, WI has flipped from News/Talk to a simulcast of St. Croix Country (WSCM Baldwin, WI) effective immediately. The move significantly expands the reach of the popular country format across west-central Wisconsin and east-central Minnesota. WSCM will now broadcast across a

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