GREEN BAY, Wis. — Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative, the second largest dairy cooperative in the country based on milk volume, is encouraged by the new 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, announced this week by U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and U.S. Department of

MADISON, Wis. — Legislation co-authored by Sen. Rob Hutton (R-Brookfield) and Rep. Paul Melotik (R-Grafton) to limit add-on fees for online-only courses at Universities of Wisconsin campuses, Assembly Bill 545, received a public hearing today at the State Capitol in the Assembly Committee on Colleges and Universities. Assembly Bill 545 would prohibit

MADISON, WI – A new report by Northern News Now highlights the importance of Sen. Sarah Keyeski and Rep. Jenna Jacobson’s legislation, which seeks to target scammers utilizing AI. The forward-thinking proposal would criminalize attempts to target some of the state’s most vulnerable populations. The rise in AI must come with proactive legislation;

JANESVILLE, Wis. — Two-thirds of Wisconsin residents hold a favorable opinion of the Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) and its colleges, according to a new statewide survey. Blackhawk Technical College is one of 16 colleges that are part of WTCS and has seen its enrollment increase more than 26% since

Hi, I’m Representative Paul Tittl and I represent the 25 th Assembly District. I wanted to take some time to talk to you about the proposed sandhill crane hunting season, AB-117 and Senate Bill 112. The proposal establishes a regulated sandhill crane hunting program in Wisconsin while also providing new

Hey there, folks! Governor Tony Evers here. 2025 was a really big year in our state. So, as we look back on 2025, here are just a few things I am proud of this year. I declared 2025 the Year of the Kid in Wisconsin because I’ve always believed that what’s best for our kids is what’s best for our

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) reminds producers to apply for crop insurance premium rebates. The rebate application is web-based and is available on DATCP’s website until January 31, 2026, or until program funding is exhausted. DATCP administers this program in partnership with the U.S.

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will begin accepting reservations for sharp-tailed grouse viewing blinds at Namekagon Barrens Wildlife Area on Saturday, Jan. 10. Additional viewing blinds at Crex Meadows Wildlife Area will become available for reservations on Sunday, Feb. 1.  Sharp-tailed grouse viewing blinds are available from April 1 through

MADISON –The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC) today announced the application periods for the Telemedicine Equipment Grant Program and the Lifeline Outreach Grant Program and is encouraging eligible entities to apply. Funded by the Universal Service Fund, these grant programs improve the availability and affordability of telecommunications services to people in Wisconsin. 

No changes will be made to vaccine recommendations that protect the health of Wisconsinites from preventable diseases, following best available scientific and safety data The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) continues to recommend the evidence-based childhood vaccine schedule published by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), and has issued guidance

MADISON, Wis. — The Wisconsin All Copays Count Coalition representing thousands of patients and health advocates statewide today urged state lawmakers to hold hearings and votes as soon as possible to pass Cole’s Act, legislation to end PBM copay accumulator programs that inflate patient prescription costs. A large bi-partisan group

(GREEN BAY) – State Representative Amaad Rivera-Wagner (D-Green Bay) released the following statement in response to reporting on the deadly shooting connected) to federal immigration enforcement activity in Minneapolis, as reported by NPR: “It is always a tragedy when a life is lost. When deadly force is used, families and communities

Madison, WI – Representative Bob Donovan (R-Greenfield) issued the following statement after the incident in Minneapolis, Minnesota that resulted in a fatal officer involved shooting by federal immigration enforcement. Rep. Donovan said: “The continuous attacks on federal law enforcement professionals must come to an end. I am especially appalled by the

The News: A wide coalition of free market groups and associations representing Wisconsin’s largest job creators are calling on the Wisconsin Legislature to vote on a legislative package known as the “Red Tape Reset.”  The package was formally introduced last year and has advanced out of committee in both houses.   The Quotes: The Coalition’s Letter states, “Modernizing

Public Comment Period Open Through Jan. 29 MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public comment on a proposed variance to the Southwest Savanna Regional Master Plan. As described in ch. NR 44 of the Wisconsin Administrative Code, a master plan variance is a change in the

MADISON, Wis. — Today, the U.S. House — including Wisconsin GOP Reps. Tom Tiffany, Derrick Van Orden, and Bryan Steil — will vote on extending the ACA’s enhanced premium tax credits for three years. On December 31, Republicans let these tax credits expire, leading more than 270,000 Wisconsinites to see their health care premiums

Like her artwork, educator’s dissertation explores using AI to supplement student creativity Menomonie, Wis. – For more than 125 years, University of Wisconsin-Stout’s stately Bowman Hall and its distinctive clock tower have served as landmarks for the campus and the community. This holiday season, they provided artistic inspiration for a

Congress will vote this afternoon to bring back healthcare tax credits as Wisconsin families are already struggling with skyrocketing healthcare costs in 2026 MADISON, Wis. – This afternoon, Congressmen Derrick Van Orden and Bryan Steil have an opportunity to bring back health care tax credits and make coverage affordable for

MADISON, WI — The Wisconsin Association of School District Administrators (WASDA) Board of Directors has selected veteran educational leader Damian LaCroix to serve as its next executive director. LaCroix brings more than three decades of experience in Wisconsin public education to the statewide organization, which represents and supports school district

Today, Fair Wisconsin will testify before the Assembly Committee on Judiciary in opposition to AB 400, a bill that would threaten access to medically-necessary health care for trans youth.  In addition to mobilizing community members to testify in-person and collecting written testimony to submit on behalf of Wisconsinites, Fair Wisconsin’s