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Prepare for the Wisconsin waterfowl seasons opening soon. / Photo Credit: Wisconsin DNR MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters to prepare for the opening of the regular goose and duck hunting seasons in September. Regular Goose Season The regular goose
Grants to help meet demand for skilled drivers by offsetting costs of obtaining a Commercial Driver’s License MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD), today announced that the latest round of applications for DWD’s
Contact: DOJCommunications@doj.state.wi.us WHAT: The Wisconsin Department of Justice Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) State Fire Marshal’s Office, in partnership with Mid-State Technical College and the Stevens Point Fire Department, is conducting the fifth annual certification class for Basic Fire Investigation in Stevens
GERMANTOWN — Conservative Washington County judicial candidate Grant Scaife today announced the Milwaukee Police Association has endorsed his campaign for Circuit Court Judge Branch 2. In addition to the MPA, Scaife has been endorsed by Washington Co. Executive Josh Schoemann, Washington
(Washington, D.C.) – Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-WI) has introduced the Randy Susen Nursing Home Visitation Rights Act to ensure nursing home residents can never again be denied visits from their loved ones in times of crisis. Grothman worked on this legislation with Shirley
Wisconsin DNR’s Delay of Action is Harming Milwaukee’s Kids Milwaukee, WI – Lead-Safe Schools MKE is calling on the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to take immediate regulatory action in response to lead-contaminated soil at Golda Meir Lower Campus, where
The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire has received an award from the National Science Foundation under a program called “Growing Research Access for Nationally Transformative Economic Development” (GRANTED). The $1.6 million grant will support a four-year collaboration with UW Oshkosh aimed
Critical programs supporting small businesses and technology innovation set to end this month unless reauthorized by Republican-controlled Congress MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers sent a letter to the Trump Administration and every member of Wisconsin’s Congressional delegation urging federal leadership to support reauthorizing the U.S. Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Small Business Innovation Res… Please log in
(Washington, D.C.) – Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-WI) has introduced the Fair and Accountable IRS Reviews Act to protect taxpayers and restore integrity to the IRS penalty process by requiring that all proposed penalties be reviewed and approved by the issuing employee’s immediate supervisor
MADISON, Wis. – Today, on the first day of Hispanic Heritage Month, the state announces the formation of the Wisconsin Hispanic Legislative Caucus, a newly established coalition of Latino state lawmakers including Representative Priscilla A. Prado (D-Milwaukee), Representative Amaad Rivera-Wagner (D-Green
After Trump Administration recklessly undermines medical professionals and access to safe and effective vaccines, governor directs whole-of-government response to protecting vaccine access statewide to keep kids, parents, families, and seniors, among others, safe MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today signed
Washington, D.C. – Today, Protect Our Care is releasing a new report detailing the Republican war on the American health care system as they threaten a government shutdown so that they can end health insurance tax credits for working people and
WI-Crop-Progress-09-15-25Download… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please contact schmies@wispolitics.com for subscription options on the WisPolitics-State Affairs platform, which is the new home for WisPolitics subscriber products.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) introduced legislation that prohibits federal funding for entities that employ individuals who condone and celebrate political violence and domestic terrorism. The introduction of this legislation comes after multiple accounts of individuals making
MADISON – The John K. MacIver Institute for Public Policy expresses deep concern over Wisconsin’s troubling performance in the recently-released 2025 Meyers Report – Elections Rules Review – International Voting Survey. The report, which assesses election integrity and administrative practices across states and
With the Long-Time Support and Endorsement of New Politics, AmeriCorps Alumni James Talarico and David Crowley Launch Historic Statewide Campaigns WASHINGTON D.C. (September 15, 2025) — New Politics, an organization that recruits, develops, and elects leaders across the political spectrum with
Pumpkin carving, apple pressing, horse-drawn fall color wagon rides and more seasonal traditions await during this weekend of family-friendly fun GREENBUSH, Wis. – Revel in the sights, sounds and flavors of fall at Wade House’s annual Autumn Celebration weekend, returning
Wausau, WI – Today, State Senator Pat Testin (R-Stevens Point) and State Representative Scott Krug (R-Rome)—joined by JD Smith Head of Business Development for Arch Electric and Rick Beyers, a local landowner and community solar advocate—introduced proposals to allow community solar programs in
When his D.C. party bosses say “jump,” Derrick Van Orden asks “how high.” An opinion piece from the president of the Western Wisconsin Building Trades is exposing Van Orden’s vote to gut energy tax credits so he could give tax breaks
Governor warns Wisconsin Congressional delegation that President Trump’s budget will gut programs aimed at lowering energy bills, improving access to affordable housing, and investing in local community and economic development MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, in a letter to every member of Wisconsin’s Congressional delegation, urged bipartisan opposition to President Donald Trump’s proposed FY26&n… Please
Prepare for the Wisconsin waterfowl seasons opening soon. / Photo Credit: Wisconsin DNR MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters to prepare for the opening of the regular goose and duck hunting seasons in September. Regular Goose Season The regular goose season opens on Sept. 16 statewide, and the daily bag limit is…
Grants to help meet demand for skilled drivers by offsetting costs of obtaining a Commercial Driver’s License MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD), today announced that the latest round of applications for DWD’s Commercial Driver Training Grant program are now open to training
Contact: DOJCommunications@doj.state.wi.us WHAT: The Wisconsin Department of Justice Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) State Fire Marshal’s Office, in partnership with Mid-State Technical College and the Stevens Point Fire Department, is conducting the fifth annual certification class for Basic Fire Investigation in Stevens Point, Wis. from Sept. 15, 2025, through Sept. 26, 2025.
GERMANTOWN — Conservative Washington County judicial candidate Grant Scaife today announced the Milwaukee Police Association has endorsed his campaign for Circuit Court Judge Branch 2. In addition to the MPA, Scaife has been endorsed by Washington Co. Executive Josh Schoemann, Washington Co. Sheriff Marty Schulteis, Washington County District Attorney Barry Braatz
(Washington, D.C.) – Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-WI) has introduced the Randy Susen Nursing Home Visitation Rights Act to ensure nursing home residents can never again be denied visits from their loved ones in times of crisis. Grothman worked on this legislation with Shirley Krause, Randy Susen’s wife. During the COVID-19 pandemic, nursing homes
Wisconsin DNR’s Delay of Action is Harming Milwaukee’s Kids Milwaukee, WI – Lead-Safe Schools MKE is calling on the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to take immediate regulatory action in response to lead-contaminated soil at Golda Meir Lower Campus, where at least one child has already been lead poisoned. Despite
The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire has received an award from the National Science Foundation under a program called “Growing Research Access for Nationally Transformative Economic Development” (GRANTED). The $1.6 million grant will support a four-year collaboration with UW Oshkosh aimed at removing logistical roadblocks to external grant seeking and management.
Critical programs supporting small businesses and technology innovation set to end this month unless reauthorized by Republican-controlled Congress MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers sent a letter to the Trump Administration and every member of Wisconsin’s Congressional delegation urging federal leadership to support reauthorizing the U.S. Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Small Business Innovation Res… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription,
(Washington, D.C.) – Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-WI) has introduced the Fair and Accountable IRS Reviews Act to protect taxpayers and restore integrity to the IRS penalty process by requiring that all proposed penalties be reviewed and approved by the issuing employee’s immediate supervisor before they can take effect. Currently, any employee the IRS
MADISON, Wis. – Today, on the first day of Hispanic Heritage Month, the state announces the formation of the Wisconsin Hispanic Legislative Caucus, a newly established coalition of Latino state lawmakers including Representative Priscilla A. Prado (D-Milwaukee), Representative Amaad Rivera-Wagner (D-Green Bay), Representative Vincent Miresse (D-Stevens Point), and Representative Angelina Cruz…
After Trump Administration recklessly undermines medical professionals and access to safe and effective vaccines, governor directs whole-of-government response to protecting vaccine access statewide to keep kids, parents, families, and seniors, among others, safe MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today signed Executive Order #275, directing the Wisconsin Department of Health Services
Washington, D.C. – Today, Protect Our Care is releasing a new report detailing the Republican war on the American health care system as they threaten a government shutdown so that they can end health insurance tax credits for working people and put affordable care further out of reach for millions. Since
WI-Crop-Progress-09-15-25Download… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please contact schmies@wispolitics.com for subscription options on the WisPolitics-State Affairs platform, which is the new home for WisPolitics subscriber products.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) introduced legislation that prohibits federal funding for entities that employ individuals who condone and celebrate political violence and domestic terrorism. The introduction of this legislation comes after multiple accounts of individuals making social media posts celebrating the assassination of Turning Point USA
MADISON – The John K. MacIver Institute for Public Policy expresses deep concern over Wisconsin’s troubling performance in the recently-released 2025 Meyers Report – Elections Rules Review – International Voting Survey. The report, which assesses election integrity and administrative practices across states and nations, highlights significant shortcomings in Wisconsin’s election sys… Please log
With the Long-Time Support and Endorsement of New Politics, AmeriCorps Alumni James Talarico and David Crowley Launch Historic Statewide Campaigns WASHINGTON D.C. (September 15, 2025) — New Politics, an organization that recruits, develops, and elects leaders across the political spectrum with service backgrounds, today announced its endorsement of James Talarico for
Pumpkin carving, apple pressing, horse-drawn fall color wagon rides and more seasonal traditions await during this weekend of family-friendly fun GREENBUSH, Wis. – Revel in the sights, sounds and flavors of fall at Wade House’s annual Autumn Celebration weekend, returning Saturday, Oct. 11, and Sunday, Oct. 12. Set against the
Wausau, WI – Today, State Senator Pat Testin (R-Stevens Point) and State Representative Scott Krug (R-Rome)—joined by JD Smith Head of Business Development for Arch Electric and Rick Beyers, a local landowner and community solar advocate—introduced proposals to allow community solar programs in Wisconsin. The legislation empowers farmers and solar developers to deliver
When his D.C. party bosses say “jump,” Derrick Van Orden asks “how high.” An opinion piece from the president of the Western Wisconsin Building Trades is exposing Van Orden’s vote to gut energy tax credits so he could give tax breaks to billionaires: leaving Wisconsinites with higher energy bills and risking
Governor warns Wisconsin Congressional delegation that President Trump’s budget will gut programs aimed at lowering energy bills, improving access to affordable housing, and investing in local community and economic development MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, in a letter to every member of Wisconsin’s Congressional delegation, urged bipartisan opposition to President Donald Trump’s proposed FY26&n… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have