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MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds Labor Day weekend ATV-UTV riders that more DNR conservation wardens and county recreation deputies will be patrolling on trails and routes as part of the Think Smart Before You Start safety campaign.
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) reminds drivers to put safety first and pack some patience ahead of the Labor Day holiday weekend. Access real-time travel information for highways across Wisconsin via 511 Wisconsin at 511wi.gov or download the free 511 WI app. “As
August 26th, 2025- Madison, Wisconsin Centro Hispano is teaming with Fontana Sports for a 5K run/walk on Wednesday, September 17th. It’s the first time Centro has been a part of a 5K and registration for the family fun event is
APPLETON, Wis. [Aug. 26, 2025] — Mark Scheffler, a lifelong Wisconsin resident, retired business owner and community leader, has today announced his candidacy for the U.S. House of Representatives in Wisconsin’s 8th Congressional District. Running as a Progressive Democrat, Scheffler has pledged to
GREEN BAY, Wis. —Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative, one of the largest dairy cooperatives in the country based on milk, is encouraged by the trade agreement framework between the U.S. and E.U. announced on August 20 as a major step forward
New reporting from Salon details how Bryan Steil is trying to hide his long anti-abortion record from Wisconsinites. Steil “quietly removed pro-life positions from the issues page of his campaign website earlier this summer.” Steil’s website previously described him as
La Crosse, WI — During Labor Day, at marches and rallies, picnics and parades, Workers’ Labor Day is a celebration of working people. And it’s a celebration of the power we have when we come together as a society—the power
MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul today announced the appointment of Mark Rather to serve as Division of Law Enforcement Services (DLES) administrator at the Wisconsin Department of Justice. “Mark is well prepared to serve as the administrator
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) and Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) are teaming up to launch School Transportation Safety Week, Aug. 25-29. The new initiative includes a shared social media campaign focusing on safety tips for drivers and
The Democratic Party of Racine County condemns in the strongest possible terms the recent social media rant by sitting Racine Unified School District board member, Mike Bellagio, who mocked retired teachers, calling them “pathetic,” “uneducated,” and “fools” in one Facebook comment posted among others
Milwaukee, Wisconsin — On Monday, September 1st at 11am working people will leave Zeidler Union Square to march through the streets of downtown Milwaukee sending a clear message to billionaires and union-busters on Workers’ Labor Day: We built this country and we’re
B.S. in cybersecurity recognized for accessibility, affordability, career-focused mission Menomonie, Wis. – University of Wisconsin-Stout’s Bachelor of Science in cybersecurity was named a Top 25 Best Value Cybersecurity Degree Bachelor’s Program in the U.S. by Programs.com. The only institution in Wisconsin
(Milwaukee, August 25, 2025)— Currently, over half a million Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients await a legal decision regarding the fate of this program, which allows immigrants brought to the United States as children to attend university, work legally,
Successful program received $12 million in continued funding as part of 2025-27 Biennial Budget signed by the governor MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), today announced that applications are now being accepted for Wisconsin’s Driver Education Grant Program. The program, funded by the 2025-27 biennial
MILWAUKEE_More than 4,400 students are moving into University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee residence halls starting Tuesday, Aug. 26, ahead of the start of the 2025-26 school year. UWM Chancellor Thomas Gibson will be helping out and greeting students and families from 9:45
On Thursday, August 21, around 120 researchers, gardeners and community members, gathered as the University of Wisconsin–Madison College of Agricultural and Life Sciences hosted its annual Twilight Garden Tour Field Day at the Spooner Agricultural Research Station. Attendees experienced an
MILWAUKEE, WI, Aug 25, 2025 — The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) School of Continuing Education is adding more offerings to its lineup of artificial intelligence (AI) courses, which are designed to help professionals develop the skills and knowledge required to navigate today’s
MADISON, Wis. — Join WisPolitics and the Wisconsin Technology Council on Tuesday, Sept. 16 for lunch and a panel discussion on if, how and where President Trump’s tariffs are affecting the Wisconsin economy. The panelists include Menzie Chinn, an economics professor in UW-Madison’s La Follette
Racine, WI — August 25, 2025 — H.O.T. Government and The Wisconsin Conservative Digest announce the Liberty Summit 2025, a two-day grassroots event focused on equipping citizens with strategies and connections to restore transparency, accountability, and integrity in government. The
Statewide tour will take Rodriguez to every corner of Wisconsin, listening to families, workers, and communities about the challenges they face and the future they want to build MADISON, WI—Lt. Governor Sara Rodriguez today announced the launch of “Rolling with
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds Labor Day weekend ATV-UTV riders that more DNR conservation wardens and county recreation deputies will be patrolling on trails and routes as part of the Think Smart Before You Start safety campaign. Wardens and deputies from county sheriff’s offices statewide will monitor
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) reminds drivers to put safety first and pack some patience ahead of the Labor Day holiday weekend. Access real-time travel information for highways across Wisconsin via 511 Wisconsin at 511wi.gov or download the free 511 WI app. “As we enjoy the final days of summer, remember that safety
August 26th, 2025- Madison, Wisconsin Centro Hispano is teaming with Fontana Sports for a 5K run/walk on Wednesday, September 17th. It’s the first time Centro has been a part of a 5K and registration for the family fun event is only $5! “The core of Centro’s mission is community, togetherness,
APPLETON, Wis. [Aug. 26, 2025] — Mark Scheffler, a lifelong Wisconsin resident, retired business owner and community leader, has today announced his candidacy for the U.S. House of Representatives in Wisconsin’s 8th Congressional District. Running as a Progressive Democrat, Scheffler has pledged to run a different kind of campaign — one he says will
GREEN BAY, Wis. —Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative, one of the largest dairy cooperatives in the country based on milk, is encouraged by the trade agreement framework between the U.S. and E.U. announced on August 20 as a major step forward in establishing better market access and alignment between the two
New reporting from Salon details how Bryan Steil is trying to hide his long anti-abortion record from Wisconsinites. Steil “quietly removed pro-life positions from the issues page of his campaign website earlier this summer.” Steil’s website previously described him as “proudly pro-life,” praised the Dobbs decision as a “victory for
La Crosse, WI — During Labor Day, at marches and rallies, picnics and parades, Workers’ Labor Day is a celebration of working people. And it’s a celebration of the power we have when we come together as a society—the power to take back our country for working people, for American
MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul today announced the appointment of Mark Rather to serve as Division of Law Enforcement Services (DLES) administrator at the Wisconsin Department of Justice. “Mark is well prepared to serve as the administrator of the Division of Law Enforcement Services,” said AG Kaul.
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) and Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) are teaming up to launch School Transportation Safety Week, Aug. 25-29. The new initiative includes a shared social media campaign focusing on safety tips for drivers and students to ensure everyone gets to and from school safely.
The Democratic Party of Racine County condemns in the strongest possible terms the recent social media rant by sitting Racine Unified School District board member, Mike Bellagio, who mocked retired teachers, calling them “pathetic,” “uneducated,” and “fools” in one Facebook comment posted among others this morning on our Facebook page. “This shameful attack on
Milwaukee, Wisconsin — On Monday, September 1st at 11am working people will leave Zeidler Union Square to march through the streets of downtown Milwaukee sending a clear message to billionaires and union-busters on Workers’ Labor Day: We built this country and we’re taking it back. This year’s Laborfest parade and festival comes
B.S. in cybersecurity recognized for accessibility, affordability, career-focused mission Menomonie, Wis. – University of Wisconsin-Stout’s Bachelor of Science in cybersecurity was named a Top 25 Best Value Cybersecurity Degree Bachelor’s Program in the U.S. by Programs.com. The only institution in Wisconsin listed, No. 22-ranked UW-Stout’s cybersecurity program stands out for its
(Milwaukee, August 25, 2025)— Currently, over half a million Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients await a legal decision regarding the fate of this program, which allows immigrants brought to the United States as children to attend university, work legally, and are protected from deportation. But DACA recipients and immigrant
Successful program received $12 million in continued funding as part of 2025-27 Biennial Budget signed by the governor MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), today announced that applications are now being accepted for Wisconsin’s Driver Education Grant Program. The program, funded by the 2025-27 biennial budget signed into law by Gov. Evers… Please log in
MILWAUKEE_More than 4,400 students are moving into University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee residence halls starting Tuesday, Aug. 26, ahead of the start of the 2025-26 school year. UWM Chancellor Thomas Gibson will be helping out and greeting students and families from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. at Sandburg Hall, 3400 N. Maryland Ave.
On Thursday, August 21, around 120 researchers, gardeners and community members, gathered as the University of Wisconsin–Madison College of Agricultural and Life Sciences hosted its annual Twilight Garden Tour Field Day at the Spooner Agricultural Research Station. Attendees experienced an evening filled with educational presentations, hands-on demonstrations and guided tours
MILWAUKEE, WI, Aug 25, 2025 — The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) School of Continuing Education is adding more offerings to its lineup of artificial intelligence (AI) courses, which are designed to help professionals develop the skills and knowledge required to navigate today’s fast-evolving AI landscape. From marketing and product development to HR
MADISON, Wis. — Join WisPolitics and the Wisconsin Technology Council on Tuesday, Sept. 16 for lunch and a panel discussion on if, how and where President Trump’s tariffs are affecting the Wisconsin economy. The panelists include Menzie Chinn, an economics professor in UW-Madison’s La Follette School of Public Affairs who studies macroeconomic issues and policies;
Racine, WI — August 25, 2025 — H.O.T. Government and The Wisconsin Conservative Digest announce the Liberty Summit 2025, a two-day grassroots event focused on equipping citizens with strategies and connections to restore transparency, accountability, and integrity in government. The summit will take place October 3–4, 2025 at the Holiday
Statewide tour will take Rodriguez to every corner of Wisconsin, listening to families, workers, and communities about the challenges they face and the future they want to build MADISON, WI—Lt. Governor Sara Rodriguez today announced the launch of “Rolling with Rodriguez: A 72 County Tour,” a statewide listening and engagement