Wisconsin Farmers Union: Celebrates PFAs bill signing

On April 6, 2026, two bills to address PFAs contamination were signed into law by Governor Tony Evers. Wisconsin Farmers Union (WFU) applauds the Governor and State Legislature for their work to address per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAs) contamination in

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RightCount: Issues statement on signing of ECRA legislation

Milwaukee, WI — On Thursday, Jim Steineke, Chairman of the Wisconsin chapter of RightCount, released the following statement after Governor Tony Evers signed the Electoral Count Reform Act legislation into law. “Wisconsin took another important step to ensure the safety and

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Rep. Brooks: Retirement statement

After a great deal of thought, I have decided to retire from the Wisconsin State Assembly. It has been an honor to represent the people of both the 60th and 59th Assembly Districts. I want to start by thanking my

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Dept. of Natural Resources: Incidental take notice for Columbia County

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue a permit for the incidental taking of a rare lizard, which may result from the Central Wisconsin: Segments 20, 21, C21, C22 & Portage-Columbia 138kV Reconductor Projects in Columbia County.   Incidental take refers to the unintentional loss of individual

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Wisconsin Farmers Union: Celebrates PFAs bill signing

On April 6, 2026, two bills to address PFAs contamination were signed into law by Governor Tony Evers. Wisconsin Farmers Union (WFU) applauds the Governor and State Legislature for their work to address per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAs) contamination in our state. These impactful pieces of legislation release $133 million

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Hong campaign: Democratic gubernatorial frontrunner Francesca Hong draws support from national progressives

MADISON, Wis. — Democratic gubernatorial frontrunner Francesca Hong is attracting support from progressive leaders across the nation, underscoring the importance of Wisconsin’s 2026 governor’s race and the growing enthusiasm surrounding her campaign to create permanent affordability for working families. This month, Hong has received endorsements from former Ohio State Senator

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RightCount: Issues statement on signing of ECRA legislation

Milwaukee, WI — On Thursday, Jim Steineke, Chairman of the Wisconsin chapter of RightCount, released the following statement after Governor Tony Evers signed the Electoral Count Reform Act legislation into law. “Wisconsin took another important step to ensure the safety and security of our elections with the signing of the Electoral

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Saunders campaign: Navy veteran and sanitation worker challenges seven-year incumbent: “This district deserves better”

KIMBERLY, WI — Alicia Saunders, a Navy veteran and industrial sanitation worker, announced Thursday that she is running for Wisconsin’s 2nd Assembly District, challenging seven-year incumbent Shae Sortwell. After running in 2024, Saunders says she didn’t step away — she kept working. “I didn’t lose and disappear,” Saunders said. “I

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Rep. Brooks: Retirement statement

After a great deal of thought, I have decided to retire from the Wisconsin State Assembly. It has been an honor to represent the people of both the 60th and 59th Assembly Districts. I want to start by thanking my wife and family. Public service requires time and sacrifice, and

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WisDems: ICYMI: Liberals dominated Wisconsin’s Supreme Court race. Will it carry over to November?

MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, WPR reported on Democrats’ massive win in Tuesday night’s Supreme Court election, highlighting how Republicans lost ground in their reliable conservative counties while Democrats increased their margins in their strongholds. Judge Chris Taylor’s win set a record with 84% of the vote in Dane County, defeating Maria Lazar by over

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