MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking volunteers for the Karner Blue Butterfly Volunteer Monitoring Program to help survey for this endangered butterfly starting in July in select counties throughout Wisconsin. This program is a partnership between the DNR and the public with the goal of documenting Karner

WI State Capitol, Madison, WI—Former State Representative, carpenter and governor candidate Brett Hulsey today called on all Wisconsin legislators to support struggling families, property taxpayers, schools, students, and special needs children. “Give us our money back!  Pass the Governor Evers and Senate and Assembly GOP leaders’ compromise to give back $1.8

BELMONT, Wis. – As the nation prepares to commemorate America 250, Wisconsin’s First Capitol in Belmont invites visitors to experience the birthplace of Wisconsin’s government starting May 23, when the site opens for weekend visits. The historic site – recently awarded a major capital project investment – will host two

MUSKEGO, WI — A federal judge today refused to block 2025 Wisconsin Act 126, a new law that bans out-of-state residents from helping Wisconsin candidates collect nomination signatures. Pete Karas, the Wisconsin Green Party candidate for Secretary of State, says the ruling hurts everyday candidates — and the voters who

MADISON, Wis. — Madison College is launching two new artificial intelligence degree programs this fall — AI Data Specialist and GenAI Front-End Developer — to prepare students for in-demand technology careers. Learn more about opportunities in AI, cybersecurity and software development at the IT  Open House on Wednesday, May 20, from

MADISON, WIS., – This week, Democratic candidate for the 3rd CD Rodney Rave announced he was suspending his campaign. All Democrats in the Congressional District thank him for his willingness to serve and for his dedication to the people of Wisconsin.  As a former legislator with the Ho-Chunk Nation, union

WAUSAU, WI – Congressman Tom Tiffany, candidate for governor, today announced a new seven-figure statewide ad campaign across broadcast, streaming, and digital platforms. The new ad, titled “Send in the Dam Man,” highlights Tiffany’s priorities to crack down on waste and fraud in Madison, lower property taxes and utility bills, protect

MADISON, WI (May 13, 2026) – After months of negotiations, a bipartisan deal has been reached on how to allocate the state’s $1.8 billion budget surplus. The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), Wisconsin’s largest small business advocate, announced its support of the new legislation, citing the much-needed tax relief measures

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers signed Executive Order #293, ordering the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff on Thurs., May 14, 2026, in honor of Hmong-Lao Veterans Day. Each year since assuming office, Gov. Evers has proclaimed May 14 as Hmong-Lao Veterans Day in Wisconsin. “Through their service and sacrifice, our Hmong-Lao veteran community has earned every

MADISON, WI — One City Schools and One City Advocates today released a formal statement in response to the $1.8 billion bipartisan budget deal announced May 11, 2026, by Governor Tony Evers, Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu, and Assembly Speaker Robin Vos. In a state where just eight (8) percent

Madison, Wis. – Today the state legislature’s Joint Committee on Finance unanimously approved a motion authored by Senator Romaine Quinn (R-Birchwood) to continue operations at the Brule State Fish Hatchery in response to the Department of Natural Resources’ proposed cuts to walleye, musky, and trout stocking. Quinn released the following

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for the Grant County Circuit Court – Branch 2. The appointment will fill a vacancy being created by Judge Craig R. Day’s retirement, effective Sept. 4, 2026. The new judge will complete a term ending July 31, 2027.

MADISON, Wis. — Inflation numbers are rapidly rising due to surging energy costs driven by the Tom Tiffany-backed unprovoked war in Iran. Consumer prices in the United States rose last month at the fastest rate since May 2023 across the board—from tomatoes, which are up nearly 40% from last year, to airfares, up more than 20% from last year. 

(Brown County, Wis.) – Brown County Executive Troy Streckenbach and Highway Commissioner Chris Hardy kicked off the 2026 Road Construction Project season with an important reminder for drivers to take safe actions behind the wheel to keep roadway workers and each other safe. “Brown County wants its drivers going to

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) questioned Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on the Trump Administration’s lack of preparedness for the illegal war with Iran, including pushing him on the delayed care that injured Wisconsin servicemembers received after sustaining brain injuries from Iranian attacks in Kuwait. While Secretary Hegseth

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today touted new investments in Wisconsin’s kids and schools included in the blockbuster bipartisan deal he negotiated with Republican leaders that was released yesterday after months of negotiations. New data released today by the nonpartisan Legislative Fiscal Bureau show the blockbuster deal negotiated by the

MADISON, Wis. – Sen. Patrick Testin (R-Stevens Point) joined his Joint Finance Committee colleagues today in voting in favor of a $1.8 billion bipartisan bill aimed at providing significant tax relief to the residents of Wisconsin. “For months, we have been negotiating with Gov. Tony Evers on what to do

MADISON, WI – State Representative Christian Phelps (D-Eau Claire) released the following statement on the announcement of a $1.8 billion “surplus deal” between retiring leaders Speaker Vos, Senate Majority Leader LeMahieu, and Governor Evers: “Wisconsinites have been clear with elected leaders all year that they need serious, structural relief on property taxes and

MADISON, WIS. – Chadwick M. Elgersma, United States Attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin, announced that Marcus Brinkley, 23, Madison, Wisconsin, was sentenced last week by Chief U.S. District Judge James D. Peterson to 54 months in federal prison for possessing a firearm as a felon. Brinkley’s prison term will be followed by three years of supervised release. Brinkley pleaded guilty

Madison, WI — Americans for Prosperity–Wisconsin (AFP–WI) issued the following statement regarding the negotiated tax package announced this week.    AFP-WI State Director Megan Novak issued the following statement:   “Governor Evers’ 400-year property tax hike veto has made long-term property tax relief difficult. While Republicans have provided hundreds of million in tax relief over the