Federal cuts may overwhelm local systems, force WI counties to reduce, slow or cancel services towns and families depend on Western Wis. — Residents from Dunn, Pierce, Polk, and St. Croix counties warned county boards that HR1, also known as the “One Big Beautiful Bill”, is poised to trigger significant local budget reductions in essential services

Stevens Point, Wis., Nov. 24, 2025 – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development (RD) State Director Andrew C. Iverson announced today that St. Croix Electric Cooperative received a $1 million loan to re-lend to Sailer Food Market and Meat Processing, Inc. in Wilson. The company will use the funds to

Madison, Wis. — On Wednesday, November 19, Republican Speaker Robin Vos blocked a procedural move by Assembly Democrats to force a vote on SB 23, a broadly bipartisan bill to expand postpartum Medicaid coverage from 60 days to a full year. Rep. Greta Neubauer released the following statement: “It’s time for

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin introduced the Healthy Maternal and Obstetric Medicine (MOM) Act to ensure that all women eligible for coverage through the Affordable Care Act (ACA) insurance marketplaces, as well as women eligible for other individual or group health plan coverage, can access affordable health care coverage throughout their

Wisconsinites urged to get vaccines now to be protected for the holidays and beyond With the holiday season around the corner, cold weather, increased travel, and gatherings with family and friends tend to lead to increased respiratory illness activity. With increased flu activity abroad, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services

Signature event, open to the public, to showcase nearly 100 research projects Menomonie, Wis. – One of the University of Wisconsin-Stout’s College of Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Management’s biggest events of the year is being planned and executed by hospitality students. The STEMM Student Expo will showcase more than

The following contains two separate news releases from the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection. Find Spanish translations of both releases posted online at datcp.wi.gov. Give the Gift of Toy Safety This Holiday Season MADISON, Wis. – The holiday season is beginning, and many consumers are already shopping for

Court Bars Trump Administration from Dismantling Federal Agencies Supporting Libraries, Museums, Minority-Owned Businesses, Workers, and Services for the Unhoused MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul and a coalition of states today won their lawsuit protecting four federal agencies from being illegally dismantled by the Trump administration. The United States

MILWAUKEE, WI – Jessica Seawright, candidate for Wisconsin State Assembly, District 21, proudly announced her campaign’s first slate of endorsements from respected community leaders who trust her experience and her commitment to delivering real results: State Senator Chris Larson State Representative Christine Sinicki State Representative Ryan Clancy State Representative Karen

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) celebrated 27 new troopers joining the Wisconsin State Patrol at a graduation ceremony held today in Wisconsin Dells. The milestone recognizes the completion of academy training for members of Wisconsin State Patrol’s 71st and 72nd Recruit Classes. The new troopers will soon begin serving in communities

WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined U.S. Senators Rick Scott (R-Fla.) and Mike Lee (R-Utah) in introducing a resolution opposing reckless spending in Congress. This resolution “affirms the need for Congress to reign in overspending to help curb the inflation crisis that is crippling the families of the United States,” the

MADISON, Wis. — Tiffany-backed tariffs have destabilized trade relations with nearly every nation in the world leading to lower profits for Wisconsin farmers and reduced access to markets across the board. As farmers move into harvest season, these tariffs are affecting another Wisconsin farming powerhouse: the cranberry industry. The U.S. produces

MADISON, WI – New reporting from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel demonstrates Wisconsin Republicans’ continued refusal to address the soaring cost of living, as they propose new taxes aimed at families who enjoy outdoor activities across our state. The new proposed legislation would place taxes on anyone who enjoys hiking, boating, cycling, or skiing on

Mequon, Wis. — November 21, 2025 —Concordia University Wisconsin has introduced the Anatomage Table, an advanced digital anatomy system that adds clarity and dimension to the study of the human body for students across several health programs. The technology supports hands-on, visually rich exploration that strengthens understanding and prepares learners

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) is calling on the Trump Administration to immediately release funds for Head Start programs across the country now that the federal government is fully reopened. All year the Trump administration has repeatedly tried to undermine Head Start programs and currently, at least

Madison – Senator Rob Stafsholt (R-New Richmond) and Representative Chanz Green (R-Grand View) put out a package of bills this week entitled ‘The DNR Revenue Stream Refresh.’ The package is aimed at reducing the $16 million budget deficit at the DNR by creating new sources of revenue instead of adding more

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Earlier this week, U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (WI-02), along with 13 other members, introduced a package of eight bills that apply guardrails to Medicare Advantage (MA) programs while strengthening traditional Medicare. Since then, there has been an outpouring of support for this package. “Medicare Advantage is a tragic emblem of

MADISON – Today, Senator Mark Spreitzer (D-Beloit), Representative Lee Snodgrass (D-Appleton) and Representative Clinton Anderson (D-Beloit) introduced legislation to allow Wisconsin clerks to begin processing absentee ballots the day before Election Day. Forty-three other states permit election officials to begin processing absentee/mail ballots prior to the election including in Texas,

MADISON, Wis. — The Wisconsin State Public Defenders announced Friday that it will partner with the University of Wisconsin Law School to strengthen the school’s Public Defender Project, which has been preparing aspiring attorneys for roles in public defense since 1991. Building on the program’s strong foundation, SPD and UW Law are

Western Wisconsin Health (WWH) and St. Croix Valley Habitat for Humanity (SCVHFH) are proud to announce a meaningful partnership aimed at improving community health by expanding access to safe, stable, and affordable housing. WWH has donated a parcel of land near the original Baldwin hospital site to SCV Habitat, supporting