Madison, WI- Representative Paul Tittl (R-Manitowoc) is pleased to advance a proposal related to election observers though the Assembly. “This bill is simple. We are attaching a penalty for interference to existing election laws,” said Tittl. “We must ensure that election observers are getting a fair chance to observe at

Madison — Today the State Assembly passed two bills that authors claimed would address the closure of Veterans Housing and Recovery Program facilities in Green Bay and Chippewa Falls. In reality, none of the funding in these bills will reopen those centers or restore services for the veterans who relied on

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representatives Mark Pocan (WI-02), along with 12 other members, introduced a package of eight bills that apply guardrails to Medicare Advantage (MA) programs while strengthening traditional Medicare. “Only Medicare is Medicare. It is one of the most popular and important services our government provides,” Rep. Pocan said. “But for too

MADISON – A bill authored by Wisconsin Representative Jessie Rodriguez (R-Oak Creek) passed the State Assembly Wednesday afternoon. Recently, the federal government created a new opportunity for families across the country to receive a dollar-for-dollar federal tax credit for charitable contributions to nonprofits that fund student scholarships. Starting in tax year

University lauded by Military Times for services to vets, their families Menomonie, Wis. – University of Wisconsin-Stout can add another medal to its collection, having been named to the 2025 Best for Vets Colleges list by Military Times for its commitment to serving veterans and their families. UW-Stout was honored

Madison, WI – State Representative Sylvia Ortiz-Velez, wants to give a special thank you to Rep. Brent Jacobson, Senator Tomczyk and Milwaukee County Supervisor Patti Logsdon.    AB306/SB310, addresses concerns of abuse of power, it makes sure that checks and balances, that are intended, remain intact, within our three-branch system.  Especially, and specifically,

Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) Chairman of the Committee on House Administration, led a hearing on Congressional stock trading entitled, “Taking Stock of the STOCK Act.”  Read Chairman Steil’s opening remarks as prepared for delivery: “Today, the Committee on House Administration continues our oversight of the Legislative Branch.  Let

Winter Weather Awareness Week November 17-21 West Bend, WI – Winter weather is just around the corner, so now is a great time to make sure you are winter weather ready! Winter weather creates an increased risk for car crashes, cold-weather illnesses & injuries and the potential for disruption of

Major statewide union backs Rodriguez in crowded Democratic primary MILWAUKEE, WI—In a major development in the 2026 governor’s race, AFSCME Wisconsin — representing thousands of state, county, municipal, and frontline workers across Wisconsin — today announced its endorsement of Lt. Governor Sara Rodriguez for Governor. This marks one of the

GREEN BAY, Wis. — The University of Wisconsin–Green Bay’s Communication and Media Arts and Production programs announced the appointment of Corey Behnke, co-founder and CEO of LiveX, as their new Practitioner in Residence on November 5, 2025. In this role, Behnke will collaborate with students, faculty and other community partners to bring professional insight and hands-on

Honorees Include Marquette County Deputy Sheriff Kelsey Morgan, Brittany Walker, Erin Rogers, Melissa Winter, Alejandro Amaya, Mikolaj Amaya, Dylan Moore, Jerry Moore, Mitch Fisher MADISON, WI – Representative Tony Kurtz (R-Wonewoc) and Representative Alex Dallman (R-Markesan) honored nine individuals with the 2025 Hometown Hero Award for their selfless and brave acts

MADISON – Today, Representative Alex Joers (D-Waunakee) was honored to present the legislative Hometown Hero Award to Janet Bybee for her years of dedicated service to her community. Following the ceremony, Representative Joers released the following statement:  “For the past 19 years, Janet has been a relied upon, steady, and

MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, in an interview, WI-03 Congressman Derrick Van Orden once again refused to stand up to Trump or fight for Wisconsin farmers, instead endorsing the GOP tariff taxes that are crushing them. In recent months, multiple Wisconsin farmers have shared firsthand how these tariffs are harming trade relationships and slashing

MADISON—Today, Wisconsin Rep. Mike Bare endorsed Judge Ben Jones for election to a full term in Dane County Circuit Court, Branch 1.  Rep. Bare (AD-80) is the most recent State Representative in Dane County to endorse Judge Ben Jones, joining Representatives Maureen McCarville (AD-45), Rep. Sheila Stubbs (AD-78), Rep. Francesca Hong (AD-76) and Rep. Lisa

MADISON, Wis. – Rep. Jodi Emerson (D-Eau Claire) issued the following statement after the announcement by the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program of over $1.2 million in grant funding and nearly $700 thousand in subsidized loans for the creation of a new well and wellhouse in Fairchild to restore clean

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today ordered the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff on Fri., Nov. 21, 2025, in recognition of the fourth anniversary of the 2021 Waukesha Christmas Parade tragedy and to honor the six individuals who were senselessly and tragically killed

New figures show special education funding well below what lawmakers pledged  Teachers and support staff are blasting new figures showing the special education reimbursement rate is significantly lower than what lawmakers promised when they passed the 2025-27 state budget.  “Lawmakers who voted for this state budget have turned their backs on our most vulnerable children, failing

Six jobs created with more added as sawmill expands Stevens Point, Wis., Nov. 19, 2025 – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Wisconsin State Director Andrew C. Iverson announced today the Timber Professionals Cooperative Enterprises (TPCE) will use a Rural Development loan of $800,000 to re-open and expand the former Hoffman Wood

Data shows strong momentum as local businesses embrace emerging technology FOX CITIES, Wis. (November 19, 2025) The Fox Cities Chamber has released the region’s first AI Readiness Survey, providing a snapshot to date of how local employers are preparing for – and already using – artificial intelligence. The assessment, compiled from 45

Madison, WI – Representative Bob Donovan (R-Greenfield) issued the following statement after learning of the smear campaign directed by the State Public Defenders’ Milwaukee Office (SPD) against grassroots reckless driving advocacy group Enough is Enough – A Legacy for Erin (ENE). ENE was founded after the tragic death of Erin Mogensen