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On National Seat Belt Day, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) and Division of Wisconsin State Patrol celebrate record-high seat belt use in Wisconsin after the most recent observational survey reported 94% of drivers in the state buckle up. This
MADISON—Today, State Rep. Maureen McCarville endorsed Judge Ben Jones for election to a full term in Dane County Circuit Court, Branch 1. Rep. McCarville (AD-45) is the latest State Representative in Dane County to endorse Judge Ben Jones, including Rep. Sheila
MADISON, Wis. – As families prepare for holiday celebrations, UW Health is reminding the community that now is the ideal time to get vaccinated against influenza and COVID-19. In between errands, UW Health patients can get both vaccines at the John
Milwaukee, Wis. – The holiday season is officially here! This year, the National Retail Federation is forecasting healthy growth in retail sales during the holidays, even with shoppers concerned about fluctuating inflation and economic uncertainty. However, between higher prices and staffing shortages, the 2025 holiday season is
MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, Wisconsin’s Assembly Committee on Forestry, Parks, and Outdoor Recreation voted on two bills which would fund and change the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program. The bills each received a 6-6 vote, meaning they failed to earn the committee’s
WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) participated in a field hearing in Pacific Palisades, California held by the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging entitled, “Forgotten After the Flames: Stories from the Palisades Fire.” U.S. Senator Rick Scott (R-Fla.) chaired
WAUWATOSA–State Representative Robyn Vining (D-Wauwatosa), Representative Francesca Hong (D-Madison), Representative Alex Joers (D-Waunakee) and State Senator Brad Pfaff (D-Onalaska) introduced a bill to create an online one-stop-shop for Wisconsinites to access information on starting, maintaining, and growing a small business.
Washington, D.C. – Late last night, President Trump signed the continuing resolution which could outlaw much of Wisconsin’s hemp-based economy. Buried in the continuing resolution Republicans rushed through Congress is a provision which bans the “sale of intoxicating hemp-based or hemp-derived
The Fox Cities Chamber kicked off its Innovate for Tomorrow: Education & Business Partnership Series with a highly engaging first session dedicated to Work-Based Learning. Held at RGL Logistics and attended by educators, employers, and community partners from across the region, the
The News: On behalf of a Wisconsin parent, WILL has notified Lighthouse Learning Academy that it is prepared to take legal action over the school’s refusal to provide certain non-religious individualized curriculum materials merely because the materials were created by a
GREEN BAY, WI — Hunter Nation, the leading national organization uniting hunters and outdoor enthusiasts to protect God, Family, Country, the Constitution, and our Hunting Lifestyle, will host a Wisconsin town hall in Green Bay featuring Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-7) and Hunter Nation Founder Keith Mark on
MADISON – This week, the Water Pollution Notification Act (AB 635) was officially introduced in the State Assembly, garnering widespread bipartisan support across the state. This bill is critical to protecting private well owners’ right to know what’s in their
Wisconsin Electoral Socialists (WES) is dedicated to supporting and campaigning for socialist candidates in Wisconsin. The organization is proud to endorse Amy Donahue for Executive Board Chair of the Democratic Party of Milwaukee County. Amy Donahue is a non-binary, anti-racist,
November 2025 – Spano Pratt Executive Search is pleased to announce Major General (Ret.) Brian Winski as the new President and CEO of the War Memorial Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. General Winski will become the sixth leader in the Center’s 68-
MADISON, Wis. – Making sure families are fed is a Wisconsin value that Legislative Democrats are working to protect. Upcoming bills would turn this value into action and security for Wisconsinites. “Wisconsin is America’s Dairyland, and in America’s Dairyland, feeding
New report cards show widening gaps: 90% of charter students attend schools meeting expectations, compared to just half of MPS students. Milwaukee, WI — City Forward Collective (CFC) has released its annual analysis of the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction’s (DPI) 2024–25 School
The Wisconsin Catholic Conference (WCC), the public policy voice of the Catholic bishops of Wisconsin, sent a memo to all lawmakers urging them to oppose SB 592 and AB 601, which begins the process of legalizing online sports gambling in
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) on Thursday hosted the fall meeting of the Wisconsin Automated Vehicle External (WAVE) Advisory Committee, an industry stakeholder group that advises the department on emerging vehicle technologies. The committee’s discussions focused on the potential
As Wisconsin families see their health care costs soar thanks to congressional Republicans, GOP Congressman and gubernatorial candidate Tom Tiffany is refusing to commit to protecting critical Affordable Care Act tax credits that allow families to pay for health insurance. Asked repeatedly
In response to hundreds of public comments providing feedback on the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection’s (DATCP) proposed livestock regulation fee increases, the Department is collaborating with stakeholder groups, like Wisconsin Farmers Union, to lower fees and
On National Seat Belt Day, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) and Division of Wisconsin State Patrol celebrate record-high seat belt use in Wisconsin after the most recent observational survey reported 94% of drivers in the state buckle up. This is the highest percentage of seat belt use reported since
MADISON—Today, State Rep. Maureen McCarville endorsed Judge Ben Jones for election to a full term in Dane County Circuit Court, Branch 1. Rep. McCarville (AD-45) is the latest State Representative in Dane County to endorse Judge Ben Jones, including Rep. Sheila Stubbs (AD-78), Rep. Francesca Hong (AD-76) and Rep. Lisa Subeck (AD-79). They join WI
MADISON, Wis. – As families prepare for holiday celebrations, UW Health is reminding the community that now is the ideal time to get vaccinated against influenza and COVID-19. In between errands, UW Health patients can get both vaccines at the John Wall Drive-Thru Clinic, located at 3819 John Wall Drive. The
Milwaukee, Wis. – The holiday season is officially here! This year, the National Retail Federation is forecasting healthy growth in retail sales during the holidays, even with shoppers concerned about fluctuating inflation and economic uncertainty. However, between higher prices and staffing shortages, the 2025 holiday season is sure to bring challeng… Please log in to access subscriber
MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, Wisconsin’s Assembly Committee on Forestry, Parks, and Outdoor Recreation voted on two bills which would fund and change the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program. The bills each received a 6-6 vote, meaning they failed to earn the committee’s recommendation. Representative Randy Udell (D-47th District) released the following statement: “For
WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) participated in a field hearing in Pacific Palisades, California held by the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging entitled, “Forgotten After the Flames: Stories from the Palisades Fire.” U.S. Senator Rick Scott (R-Fla.) chaired the hearing. The hearing is part of the senators’ ongoing efforts to
WAUWATOSA–State Representative Robyn Vining (D-Wauwatosa), Representative Francesca Hong (D-Madison), Representative Alex Joers (D-Waunakee) and State Senator Brad Pfaff (D-Onalaska) introduced a bill to create an online one-stop-shop for Wisconsinites to access information on starting, maintaining, and growing a small business. This website creates a more streamlined process with state agencies
Washington, D.C. – Late last night, President Trump signed the continuing resolution which could outlaw much of Wisconsin’s hemp-based economy. Buried in the continuing resolution Republicans rushed through Congress is a provision which bans the “sale of intoxicating hemp-based or hemp-derived products” that have more than .4 milligrams of total THC
The Fox Cities Chamber kicked off its Innovate for Tomorrow: Education & Business Partnership Series with a highly engaging first session dedicated to Work-Based Learning. Held at RGL Logistics and attended by educators, employers, and community partners from across the region, the event highlighted how real-world learning experiences are reshaping the talent
The News: On behalf of a Wisconsin parent, WILL has notified Lighthouse Learning Academy that it is prepared to take legal action over the school’s refusal to provide certain non-religious individualized curriculum materials merely because the materials were created by a Christian company. Lighthouse is a district-authorized charter school that operates
GREEN BAY, WI — Hunter Nation, the leading national organization uniting hunters and outdoor enthusiasts to protect God, Family, Country, the Constitution, and our Hunting Lifestyle, will host a Wisconsin town hall in Green Bay featuring Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-7) and Hunter Nation Founder Keith Mark on Friday, November 14th. The town hall will bring together… Please
MADISON – This week, the Water Pollution Notification Act (AB 635) was officially introduced in the State Assembly, garnering widespread bipartisan support across the state. This bill is critical to protecting private well owners’ right to know what’s in their drinking water. There is no question that Wisconsinites of all
Wisconsin Electoral Socialists (WES) is dedicated to supporting and campaigning for socialist candidates in Wisconsin. The organization is proud to endorse Amy Donahue for Executive Board Chair of the Democratic Party of Milwaukee County. Amy Donahue is a non-binary, anti-racist, anti-Zionist parent, healthcare worker, and organizer. They are running to
November 2025 – Spano Pratt Executive Search is pleased to announce Major General (Ret.) Brian Winski as the new President and CEO of the War Memorial Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. General Winski will become the sixth leader in the Center’s 68- year history. General Winski will begin his tenure in the
MADISON, Wis. – Making sure families are fed is a Wisconsin value that Legislative Democrats are working to protect. Upcoming bills would turn this value into action and security for Wisconsinites. “Wisconsin is America’s Dairyland, and in America’s Dairyland, feeding folks is a Wisconsin value,” said Representative Jenna Jacobson (D
New report cards show widening gaps: 90% of charter students attend schools meeting expectations, compared to just half of MPS students. Milwaukee, WI — City Forward Collective (CFC) has released its annual analysis of the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction’s (DPI) 2024–25 School and District Report Cards, highlighting both areas of improvement and
The Wisconsin Catholic Conference (WCC), the public policy voice of the Catholic bishops of Wisconsin, sent a memo to all lawmakers urging them to oppose SB 592 and AB 601, which begins the process of legalizing online sports gambling in the state. In the memo, WCC Executive Director Barbara Sella
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) on Thursday hosted the fall meeting of the Wisconsin Automated Vehicle External (WAVE) Advisory Committee, an industry stakeholder group that advises the department on emerging vehicle technologies. The committee’s discussions focused on the potential safety impacts of vehicle telematic data on Wisconsin’s transportation system.
As Wisconsin families see their health care costs soar thanks to congressional Republicans, GOP Congressman and gubernatorial candidate Tom Tiffany is refusing to commit to protecting critical Affordable Care Act tax credits that allow families to pay for health insurance. Asked repeatedly how he would vote, Tiffany responded, “I don’t accept the
In response to hundreds of public comments providing feedback on the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection’s (DATCP) proposed livestock regulation fee increases, the Department is collaborating with stakeholder groups, like Wisconsin Farmers Union, to lower fees and appropriately adjust regulatory rules. Earlier this fall, DATCP proposed changes