Menomonie, Wis. – Among the class of 218 Graduate Studies students who crossed the commencement stage at University of Wisconsin-Stout’s May 16 ceremony, five were recognized by faculty and staff as inspiring graduates whose stories represent what it is to be Stout Proud.  The graduates shared their university experiences, setbacks and

(Stevens Point, Wis., May 26, 2026) – The U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development is accepting applications for Rural Business Development Grants. These grants for eligible entities support projects that create jobs and grow the local economy. “These grants will help create and retain jobs in rural communities across Wisconsin,” said USDA Rural

MILWAUKEE (May 26, 2026) – Beginning Sunday, June 7, the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) will launch its summer service changes, restoring mid-day service to four routes using 2026 Milwaukee County Budget contingency funds. The seasonal updates also include schedule adjustments on 15 routes to improve reliability based on rider and operator feedback,

Mequon, WI – May 26, 2026 — Brad Smith, Democratic candidate for Wisconsin’s 6th Congressional District, proudly announces a dual endorsement from both the Wisconsin Education Association Council (WEAC) and the National Education Association (NEA). WEAC is one of Wisconsin’s largest labor unions and NEA is the largest labor union

Also: Strong majority support for bill among Republicans, independents, and Democrats 69% say bill should have been passed now, as opposed to waiting until next year for further information on budget surplus or deficit Fewer than 20% say political figures who opposed the bill did the right thing 65% say

MADISON, Wis. — In recognition of Memorial Day, WisDems Chair Devin Remiker released the following statement: “Today, and every day, we pay homage to the men and women who have died protecting our freedom, our democracy, our individual liberties, and our constitution. These fallen soldiers put their lives on the line

Madison, Wis. — A nationally prominent education journal has spotlighted a Wisconsin school serving students with dyslexia, drawing national attention to growing debates over literacy instruction, special education policy, and school choice. Education Next, a leading national education journal published through the Harvard Kennedy School, recently published an excerpt from Your Brain

(FRANKLIN, WI, 5/23/2026) — The Wisconsin Muslim Civic Alliance (WMCA) today applauded the advancement of Resolution 26-447, which passed the Milwaukee County Intergovernmental Relations Committee yesterday and will be heard before the full Board of Supervisors on Wednesday, May 28 at noon in Room 200 of the Milwaukee County Courthouse. The

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is issuing a public health alert for raw Mushroom and Swiss Bratwursts produced by Starzer Meats in Pound, Wisconsin. This alert is due to product being misbranded and containing an undeclared allergen.     The aforementioned product contains

MADISON, Wis. — In a new TMZ interview, GOP candidate for governor Congressman Tom Tiffany told recent college graduates concerned that AI is killing jobs that they should’ve gone to trade school. Tiffany helped make this problem possible by voting for the version of the OBBB that prohibited state and local governments from regulating AI for

MADISON, Wis. — Many Wisconsinites are reconsidering Memorial Day weekend travel plans as they have had to factor in the cost of gas which has risen 50% since the beginning of Trump’s and Republican’s illegal war with Iran nearly three months ago. Since the start of the war, Wisconsinites have faced record high diesel

Sheboygan County, WI – Accelerate Sheboygan County, powered by the Sheboygan County Innovation Council and the Sheboygan County Economic Development Corporation (SCEDC), is proud to highlight Grabot.Tech, a Sheboygan County-based robotics startup founded by Ben Davidson that is developing robotic technology for real- world applications. Grabot.Tech will also compete in

The following is a statement from Mandela Barnes following Tom Tiffany’s comments to TMZ telling students concerned about AI to just “find a job that AI can’t replace.” “Hard to think of someone more out-of-touch than a DC politician telling college students to just ‘find a job that AI can’t replace.’ “Wisconsinites are already

What is the Wisconsin Joint Legislative Council? The Wisconsin Joint Legislative Council is a 22-member legislative committee established by state law. All of the legislative leadership, as well as additional legislators, are members of the Joint Legislative Council. The president of the Senate and the speaker of the Assembly, or

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages the public to help turtles by slowing down on roadways, reporting crossings and protecting nests during turtle nesting season. As the weather warms from late May into June, female turtles emerge from rivers, lakes and wetlands and head to their

MADISON, Wis. — Senator Tammy Baldwin has been a driving force in holding the Trump administration accountable for their illegal war in Iran. Since the war began, Senator Baldwin has forced multiple votes on War Powers Resolutions as the war has claimed the lives of 13 American soldiers, sent fuel and

To invest in Wisconsin’s transportation system, Governor Evers recently signed a $2,454,566 contract to reconstruct the US 18/151 and County F intersection in Blue Mounds, Dane County. Preliminary work is scheduled to begin May 26. Rock Road Companies, Inc. is the prime contractor for the project. The project is designed

Federal disaster loans still available for Wisconsin small businesses and nonprofits unable to meet financial obligations due to severe weather last August MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today once again encouraged small businesses and nonprofits affected by severe weather last August to apply for federal disaster loans through the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). Whil… Please log in to access subscriber

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is asking the public to help update its beach list to keep people safe on Great Lakes beaches this summer. Each year, the DNR’s beach program reaches out to Wisconsinites, local beach managers and public health departments along Wisconsin’s Great Lakes coasts to

Goal is to reduce emergency department visits and hospital stays Spring has sprung, and many Wisconsinites are starting to feel it in their airways. In Wisconsin, approximately 550 children are hospitalized each year for asthma-related health issues, and 4,800 children end up in Wisconsin emergency departments. May is Asthma Awareness