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MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources encourages all to participate in National Invasive Species Awareness Week (NISAW), Feb. 23 through 27, a national event held by the North American Invasive Species Management Association (NAISMA). This is a great
MADISON, Wis. — AFSCME Council 32 announced today that its PEOPLE Committee voted to endorse Judge Chris Taylor in the upcoming election for Wisconsin Supreme Court. Council 32 represents public service workers across Wisconsin, including state and local government workers who provide essential services
MADISON, WI – State Representative Brent Jacobson (R – Mosinee) issued the following response to Governor Tony Evers’ eighth and final State of the State address. “Last night, Governor Evers attempted to take credit for accomplishments and proposals by Legislative Republicans
MADISON, WI – As the 2025-2026 legislative session nears its end, the Wisconsin State Assembly met on Tuesday, February 17, to pass a variety of legislation, including two proposals introduced by State Rep. Dave Armstrong (R-Rice Lake). “One of my top
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages Wisconsinites to consider donating to the Endangered Resources Fund on their Wisconsin income taxes. Donations made through the Donations section of tax forms are matched and go directly to conserve rare plants,
[Madison, WI] Tonight, Governor Tony Evers delivered his final State of the State address. State Representative Calvin Callahan (R-Tomahawk) released the following statement: “Governor Evers’ address was a strong reminder of the good work that government can accomplish when we
MADISON — Assembly Majority Leader Tyler August (R-Walworth) released the following statement in response to Governor Tony Evers’ State of the State address: “Last night the Governor called for property tax relief, stronger support for special education, help for working
The Chippewa Valley community is invited to celebrate Earth Day at Eau Claire Earth Fest from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, April 18, at The Sonnentag in Eau Claire. During this free event, community members can visit booths from sustainable businesses
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers yesterday, during his 2026 State of the State address, announced a partnership agreement between the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC) and the University of Wisconsin (UW)-Madison’s Department of Nuclear Engineering and Engineering Physics to
MADISON, Wis. – Following recent confirmed measles cases in Wisconsin, including several community exposures in Dane County, SSM Health, UnityPoint Health – Meriter, UW Health, and Public Health Madison & Dane County are urging all community members to ensure they are vaccinated
Menomonie, Wis. – University of Wisconsin-Stout has announced that a new provost and vice chancellor for Academic Affairs will begin on Aug. 1. Dr. Latha Ramakrishnan, currently special assistant to the provost at Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania, will advance strategic
The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) notified a federal appeals court that it resolved its case with the Trump Administration and now a longstanding, federal scholarship program is open to all students regardless of race. This $60 million program—McNair Post-Baccalaurate Achievement Program—supports and provides unique opportunities
MADISON, Wis. — The Republican Party of Wisconsin today announced it has filed an amicus curiae brief in support of the United States Department of Justice in the federal lawsuit United States of America v. Wisconsin Elections Commission and Meagan Wolfe, et al. The
MADISON, Wis— Huma Ahsan’s grassroots, volunteer-driven campaign advances to the April 7 general election for Dane County Circuit Court Branch 1. In the Feb. 17 primary, Dane County voters supported the message and fundamental principles of the passionate, start-up campaign.
Madison-A bill introduced by Rep. Chuck Wichgers (R-Muskego) allowing local law enforcement to assess and disable dangerous drones passed the Assembly Tuesday on a bipartisan vote. Assembly Bill (AB) 629 conforms Wisconsin state law to new federal law. The “Safer
Contact: Team Ben Jones(608) 515-8318 MADISON – Today, voters across Dane County made their voices heard at the polls in the primary election for Circuit Court, Branch 1. A majority of county voters made an early but decidedly strong indication
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Madison, WI — Americans for Prosperity-Wisconsin (AFP-WI) blasted Gov. Tony Evers’ leadership in its response to his State of the State address Tuesday. AFP-WI State Director Megan Novak issued the following statement: “For eight years, Wisconsin has been barreling
CONTACT: William Hadden, whadden@standtogether.org Madison, WI — Americans for Prosperity-Wisconsin (AFP-WI) blasted Gov. Tony Evers’ leadership in its response to his State of the State address Tuesday. AFP-WI State Director Megan Novak issued the following statement: “For eight years, Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources encourages all to participate in National Invasive Species Awareness Week (NISAW), Feb. 23 through 27, a national event held by the North American Invasive Species Management Association (NAISMA). This is a great time to remind the public of how they can help
MADISON, Wis. — AFSCME Council 32 announced today that its PEOPLE Committee voted to endorse Judge Chris Taylor in the upcoming election for Wisconsin Supreme Court. Council 32 represents public service workers across Wisconsin, including state and local government workers who provide essential services that communities rely on every day. “Judge Chris Taylor has
MADISON, WI – State Representative Brent Jacobson (R – Mosinee) issued the following response to Governor Tony Evers’ eighth and final State of the State address. “Last night, Governor Evers attempted to take credit for accomplishments and proposals by Legislative Republicans while shifting blame for his Administration’s failures,” said Rep. Jacobson.
MADISON, WI – As the 2025-2026 legislative session nears its end, the Wisconsin State Assembly met on Tuesday, February 17, to pass a variety of legislation, including two proposals introduced by State Rep. Dave Armstrong (R-Rice Lake). “One of my top priorities as a legislator has been working to increase access
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages Wisconsinites to consider donating to the Endangered Resources Fund on their Wisconsin income taxes. Donations made through the Donations section of tax forms are matched and go directly to conserve rare plants, animals and state natural areas. “When you support the Endangered
[Madison, WI] Tonight, Governor Tony Evers delivered his final State of the State address. State Representative Calvin Callahan (R-Tomahawk) released the following statement: “Governor Evers’ address was a strong reminder of the good work that government can accomplish when we work together across the aisle. Unfortunately, it was also a
MADISON — Assembly Majority Leader Tyler August (R-Walworth) released the following statement in response to Governor Tony Evers’ State of the State address: “Last night the Governor called for property tax relief, stronger support for special education, help for working families, disaster assistance, and responsible use of Wisconsin’s surplus. He
The Chippewa Valley community is invited to celebrate Earth Day at Eau Claire Earth Fest from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, April 18, at The Sonnentag in Eau Claire. During this free event, community members can visit booths from sustainable businesses and community organizations serving the Chippewa Valley. Vendors will cover
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers yesterday, during his 2026 State of the State address, announced a partnership agreement between the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC) and the University of Wisconsin (UW)-Madison’s Department of Nuclear Engineering and Engineering Physics to undertake a study exploring nuclear energy opportunities in Wisconsin. In
MADISON, Wis. – Following recent confirmed measles cases in Wisconsin, including several community exposures in Dane County, SSM Health, UnityPoint Health – Meriter, UW Health, and Public Health Madison & Dane County are urging all community members to ensure they are vaccinated against measles. All individuals eligible for vaccination should confirm their
Menomonie, Wis. – University of Wisconsin-Stout has announced that a new provost and vice chancellor for Academic Affairs will begin on Aug. 1. Dr. Latha Ramakrishnan, currently special assistant to the provost at Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania, will advance strategic priorities and foster academic initiatives that reflect UW-Stout’s status as
The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) notified a federal appeals court that it resolved its case with the Trump Administration and now a longstanding, federal scholarship program is open to all students regardless of race. This $60 million program—McNair Post-Baccalaurate Achievement Program—supports and provides unique opportunities to… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you
MADISON, Wis. — The Republican Party of Wisconsin today announced it has filed an amicus curiae brief in support of the United States Department of Justice in the federal lawsuit United States of America v. Wisconsin Elections Commission and Meagan Wolfe, et al. The brief, filed in the U.S. District Court for the Western
MADISON, Wis— Huma Ahsan’s grassroots, volunteer-driven campaign advances to the April 7 general election for Dane County Circuit Court Branch 1. In the Feb. 17 primary, Dane County voters supported the message and fundamental principles of the passionate, start-up campaign. This campaign has never been about titles, appointments or endorsements,”
Madison-A bill introduced by Rep. Chuck Wichgers (R-Muskego) allowing local law enforcement to assess and disable dangerous drones passed the Assembly Tuesday on a bipartisan vote. Assembly Bill (AB) 629 conforms Wisconsin state law to new federal law. The “Safer Skies Act,” signed in December, gives authority previously reserved only
Contact: Team Ben Jones(608) 515-8318 MADISON – Today, voters across Dane County made their voices heard at the polls in the primary election for Circuit Court, Branch 1. A majority of county voters made an early but decidedly strong indication they want Judge Ben Jones to continue serving the people
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Madison, WI — Americans for Prosperity-Wisconsin (AFP-WI) blasted Gov. Tony Evers’ leadership in its response to his State of the State address Tuesday. AFP-WI State Director Megan Novak issued the following statement: “For eight years, Wisconsin has been barreling down the wrong path under Governor Evers. His decisions led
CONTACT: William Hadden, whadden@standtogether.org Madison, WI — Americans for Prosperity-Wisconsin (AFP-WI) blasted Gov. Tony Evers’ leadership in its response to his State of the State address Tuesday. AFP-WI State Director Megan Novak issued the following statement: “For eight years, Wisconsin has been barreling down the wrong path under Governor Evers.