The top safety tip is to always wear your life jacket on the water, and make sure there are life jackets for all on board the vessel. / Photo Credit: Wisconsin DNR Hitting the water this weekend? Make safety a priority for all on board. Before heading to the launch, review

Heather DuBois Bourenane, Executive Director, Wisconsin Public Education Network and Sandy Whisler, President, Wisconsin Alliance for Excellent Schools, released the following statement today in response to the Joint Finance Committee’s proposal to deny even an inflationary increase to public school funding for the 2025-2027 biennium.  “Last night the Joint Committee

(Washington, D.C.) – In response to Israel’s successful preemptive strike against Iran, Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-WI) voiced strong support for Israel’s right to defend itself: “It was with satisfaction that I received the news that Israel successfully interrupted Iran’s plans to produce nuclear weapons,” said Grothman. “Israel has every right to defend

Second of two audits directed by the governor proposes nearly 40 actionable recommendations for systemic instructional changes at MPS to accelerate student outcomes and well-being  MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today released the second of two independent audits of Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS). This is the second of two comprehensive,

Rep. Scott Allen (R-Waukesha) released the following statement regarding “No Kings Day”: “Every June 14 we celebrate Flag Day as a national observance that recognizes ‘Old Glory’ as an enduring symbol of freedom, sacrifice, and patriotism. This year’s Flag Day also marks the 250th birthday of the U.S. Army. Across America,

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement in response to Israel’s strike against Iran. “I strongly support Israel’s right to defend itself in the face of escalating threats from Iran, which is the world’s foremost state sponsor of terrorism.  “President Trump and Secretary Rubio have made clear

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is still accepting applications for the Shooting Range Grant Program through July 15, 2025.  The grant program provides financial assistance for safe and accessible firearm or archery recreational shooting opportunities for the public. Managers of public and private shooting ranges that meet public

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue a permit for the incidental taking of a rare fish, which may result from the Rothschild Dam – Timber Crib Spillway Reconstruction Project in Marathon County. Incidental take refers to the unintentional loss of individual endangered or threatened animals or plants that

Brookfield, WI — June 11, 2025  — Community advocate, small business owner, and long-time Brookfield resident Sarah Harrison announced her campaign for Wisconsin State Senate, District 5. A mother of two, Harrison brings a unique mix of corporate leadership, small business experience, and local advocacy to the race—grounded in more than

FRANKLIN — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC), today joined company officials from Yaskawa America Inc. to celebrate the company’s recent decision to invest $180 million to expand its current facility in Franklin and consolidate its Illinois and Wisconsin facilities into one campus, relocating its North American

MADISON – The state legislature’s Joint Finance Committee action last night will increase the shift to property taxes to support public schools and further force the need for local school referenda. While the $325 revenue limit authority exists, it is not funded by the state. Instead, it is entirely borne

MADISON, Wis. — Hard working Wisconsin families and property taxpayers could face more rising costs as Republicans on the legislature’s budget writing committee voted to cut the proposed funding for public education in Gov. Tony Evers’ budget plan. The chronic underfunding of Wisconsin’s public schools has triggered record numbers of school

MADISON — State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly today issued the following statement in response to GOP lawmakers on the Joint Committee on Finance approving a budget motion that once again fails Wisconsin’s students, educators, and public schools. “For months, parents, teachers, school leaders, and community members from every part of

La Crosse, WI — With the Democratic Party of Wisconsin Convention just around the corner, Jake Williams, candidate for re-election as Chair of the Young Democrats of Wisconsin, is proud to announce a new wave of endorsements from respected leaders across the nation including Young Democrats of America President Quentin

MADISON, Wis. – With Father’s Day weekend fast approaching, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is urging all-terrain vehicle (ATV) and utility terrain vehicle (UTV) riders to make safety part of their outdoor fun. Warmer weather, longer days and holiday celebrations are likely to make for busy trails. The DNR

Franklin, WI – Forward Latino, a national non-profit, non-partisan service and advocacy organization headquartered in Franklin, Wisconsin and with affiliates and members in Wisconsin, California and twenty-seven states other states throughout the country, calls for the immediate removal of DSH Secretary Kristi Noem from her position following the physical assault

Madison…The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) State Director, Luke Bacher, released the following statement in response to recent action by on the Joint Finance Committee (JFC) state budget: “On behalf of the thousands of small businesses in Wisconsin, we would like to commend the $1.3 billion tax cut approved

MADISON, Wis. — The Wisconsin Democrats’ decision to trot out Georgia Senator Raphael Warnock as their keynote speaker for the 2025 State Convention in Wisconsin Dells this weekend is a slap in the face to Wisconsin values. By showcasing a scandal-ridden, far-left senator who voted against protecting girls’ sports, the WisDems

A statement from Jill Jacklitz, Executive Director of Disability Rights Wisconsin, on tonight’s Joint Committee on Finance vote on the Department of Public Instruction budget: “While the motion passed this evening by the Joint Committee on Finance would provide a small increase in special education funding, a 37.5 percent reimbursement

Milwaukee, WI — In light of recent events unfolding in Los Angeles and actions taken by the federal government, State Representative Sylvia Ortiz-Velez (D-Milwaukee) is calling on residents of the 8th Assembly District, the Milwaukee community, and all Wisconsinites to continue exercising their constitutional right to protest peacefully, while standing