MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting public comment on its 2026 spongy moth aerial treatment plans. Treatment plan maps, spray information, fact sheets, and other resources can be found at smaerialspray.wi.gov. “The outbreak-level spongy moth populations observed throughout eastern and central Wisconsin in

The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire will host the Northwestern Wisconsin Regional National History Day Competition on March 11. The event is an opportunity for middle and high school students to “do history” by researching a topic of interest and then producing historical documentaries, exhibits, dramatic performances, websites or research papers

The University’s 2026 best of the best to be recognized along with Richard and Sharon Resch who will receive the Honorary Alumni Award Green Bay, Wis.— The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay will recognize several outstanding alumni and two honorary alumni at the 2026 Alumni Awards dinner on Tuesday, March 24,

MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul is joining a coalition of 24 attorneys general and two governors in submitting a comment letter opposing a proposed rule under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1) by the United States Department of Education (Department) that would cap federal student loans for graduate

New federal law banning the sale of virtually all intoxicating hemp products in the U.S. by November 2026 projected to jeopardize $700 million in economic impact and nearly 3,500 jobs in Wisconsin   MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers sent a letter to every member of Wisconsin’s Congressional delegation urging immediate legislative action to revise the new federal hemp law, which banned

MADISON, Wis. — New reporting from Racine County Eye reveals that Bryan Steil continues to double-down on widely debunked election conspiracy claims in one of his rare telephone town hall appearances. While hiding his face behind his phone, Bryan Steil tried to evade accountability from his constituents by pushing tired and untrue election

Danielle Rodriguez Nominated for Common Council Approval Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson has named Danielle Rodriguez as his choice to lead the city’s Department of Admiration (DOA). Rodriguez brings decades of local government experience to her new position.  She most recently headed the Operations Division of the city’s Department of Public

MADISON, Wis. — February may be the shortest month of the year, but that didn’t stop Derrick Van Orden from compulsively tweeting more than 600 times. His online tantrums ranged from groveling praise for Donald Trump after the State of the Union — even though Trump went out of his way to

MADISON, WI – Today, Dane County is mourning the loss of Bill Lunney, a towering figure in the county’s parks and conservation community whose life was defined by public service. For 30 years as Chair of the Dane County Park Commission, Bill transformed the Dane County park system into one of

Program has earned national credentials, international reach during its first four years Menomonie, Wis. – Just four years after it was created, the University of Wisconsin-Stout Bachelor of Science cybersecurity program ranks as one of the best in the nation, recently landing at No. 14 among the Top 25 programs

EAU CLAIRE, Wisc. – Today, Rebecca Cooke issued the following statement on war with Iran:  “My heart breaks for the families of the service members who have been lost or suffered injuries, and all of us are praying for no further loss of American life.   “Republicans were elected to handle our

MADISON, Wis. — Judge Maria Lazar continues to align herself with Wisconsin’s most extreme right-wing networks in her bid for a seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court, headlining an event tonight alongside a local Moms for Liberty operative, Rebecca Witherspoon. Moms for Liberty is a far-right group whose agenda includes banning books, censoring curriculums, and attackin…

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative will once again offer $10,000 in secondary education scholarships to its membership, the cooperative announced today. Edge is proud to award the children of its members who exemplify the voice of milk through their education, career aspirations and future goals. Applications are

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has identified a case of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in a backyard poultry flock in Dane County. DATCP and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) animal health officials are working together in a joint incident response. The

Madison, WI — A new statewide initiative, Wisconsin Forests FIRST (Forest Industry Roadmap and Strategies for Tomorrow), has officially launched to develop a strategic plan and long-term roadmap to ensure Wisconsin’s forests remain healthy while supporting a resilient, sustainable, and competitive forest products industry. Wisconsin Forests FIRST is funded through

Ellen and Joe Checota and the Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) announced the launch of the largest scholarship program in MATC history. The Second Ellen & Joe Checota MATC Scholarship Program will provide comprehensive support to students in need who are enrolled in the MATC trade and technical programs.   The Second Checota MATC

GREEN BAY, Wis.— From entry‑level roles to the executive suite, leadership in transportation is shaped by moments of change, challenge and long‑term decision‑making. Those themes will take center stage on Tuesday, March 10, 2026 when Union Pacific Railroad executive Kenny Rocker shares insights from his three-decade career in rail and

MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin’s state-chartered banks reported sound financial performance through year-end 2025, according to data released today by the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI). As of December 31, 2025, there were 116 state-chartered commercial banks serving Wisconsin residents. At year-end 2025, total assets for Wisconsin’s state-chartered banks stood at

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced her Digital Coast Act passed out of the Senate. This bipartisan bill, which is co-led by Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), will help coastal communities better prepare for storms, cope with varying water levels, and plan for future economic development. The bill reauthorizes the

Hey there, folks! Governor Tony Evers here. During the 2026 the Year of the Neighbor, ensuring our neighbors have access to clean, safe water has to be a top priority. Whether it’s kids in the classrooms, families at home, or our farmers or agricultural industries, Wisconsinites should be able to trust that the water coming out of