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Madison, Wis. – Governor Tony Evers has proclaimed September as Coastal Awareness Month in Wisconsin in recognition of the important impact that the Great Lakes have on the state. Lake Michigan and Lake Superior are integral to Wisconsin’s economy, recreation, tourism, cultural history,
MADISON, Wis. – Yesterday, Rep. Shannon Zimmerman, a member of the Joint Committee on Finance, voted to approve $4,000,000 in one-time funding to the Department of Justice to launch a law enforcement data-sharing technology pilot program. Currently, law enforcement agencies across
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement after voting to pass the Senate Amendment to H.R. 6500 – Continuing Appropriations Act, 2027. “Keeping the government open is the responsible thing to do,” said Congressman Fitzgerald. “This legislation keeps the government
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds boaters to make safety a top priority during Labor Day weekend, which marks the last big boating weekend of the year for some and often leads to busy waters. Check
As Wisconsinites finalize their plans for the Labor Day holiday weekend, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) reminds drivers that a safe trip starts with smart choices behind the wheel. According to AAA, peak travel times are expected from 2-7 p.m.
Madison, WI — State Representative David Steffen (R-Howard) announced he will introducelegislation in the coming session that will establish screen-free classrooms through the secondgrade. The proposal builds upon recently enacted efforts to curb technology in classrooms, suchas 2025 Act 42
MILWAUKEE – The Bricklayers and Allied Craft Workers Union (BAC) of Wisconsin endorses Pedro Colón for Wisconsin Supreme Court. “Pedro has built a career representing hardworking people who are often left behind,” said BAC Director Jim Vick. “He’s taken the
NEW FRANKEN, WI — Nic Cravillion, candidate for the Wisconsin First Senate District, announced today that his campaign has been endorsed by Wisconsin Right to Life, a leading statewide advocacy organization dedicated to protecting the rights of preborn children and other
Madison – State Treasurer John Leiber announced his agreement with a court decision today that found the diversion of millions of dollars from the Common School Fund to Milwaukee County was unconstitutional. A Waukesha circuit court today heard arguments on
LA CROSSE, WI. – Rebecca Cooke declined today an invitation to debate Congressman Derrick Van Orden, despite spending months saying she was eager to debate him. On July 24, Wisconsin Firearm Owners invited both candidates to participate in a one-hour
MADISON, Wis. — MAGA Extremist Congressman Tom Tiffany skipped out on the first day of votes after a five week paid vacation to campaign for governor. Congressman Tiffany has skipped votes before — earlier this year, Tiffany skipped three votes on landmark bipartisan legislation that would cut red
A Community Program MILWAUKEE, Wis. — [August 28, 2026] — A community program designed to make business acquisition a real possibility for people who are ready to pursue it takes place on Saturday, October 3, 2026 from 12:30 – 6:30
MILWAUKEE, Wis. — While David Crowley shows up for work to deliver results for his community, MAGA extremist Tom Tiffany has made a habit of skipping votes—unless they’re to secure massive tax breaks for big tech billionaires. Most recently, after a five-week, taxpayer-funded
Community invited to participate in Hunger Action Month events throughout September. MADISON, WI (September 1, 2026) – As food insecurity reaches unprecedented levels across southwestern Wisconsin, Second Harvest Foodbank is calling on community members to take action during Hunger Action Month
TO: Interested PartiesFROM: Leslie Dach and Brad Woodhouse, Protect Our CareDATE: September 1, 2026SUBJECT: Trump Has Done Nothing But Sell Out Americans To Enrich Big Drug Companies No President has done more to enrich big drug companies and gaslight Americans
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has updated the number of measles cases associated with the outbreak in Grant, Iowa, and Lafayette Counties. The latest information can be found on the DHS Measles Dashboard and Outbreaks and Investigations webpage. Please continue to monitor
The News: A Wisconsin judge today issued an oral ruling siding with the Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) in its lawsuit challenging an unconstitutional carve-out that allows Milwaukee County to withhold millions of dollars from Wisconsin’s Common School Fund—just
MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) – the state chamber of commerce – is again partnering with local chambers from across the state to celebrate September as Chamber of Commerce Month in Wisconsin. Throughout the month, WMC and its affiliate
Plan Ensures Funds Will Be Used for Local Relief, Not DNR Side Projects MADISON – Senator Eric Wimberger (R-Gillett) released the following statement after the Joint Committee on Finance voted today spend the $10 million the State received from a
OCONOMOWOC, WISC. – September 1st begins a new academic year for students in Wisconsin’s K-12 education system. As neurodivergent students begin a new school year, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Jill Underly has failed to publish data on seclusion and
Madison, Wis. – Governor Tony Evers has proclaimed September as Coastal Awareness Month in Wisconsin in recognition of the important impact that the Great Lakes have on the state. Lake Michigan and Lake Superior are integral to Wisconsin’s economy, recreation, tourism, cultural history, and quality of life. The Governor’s proclamation is a reminder
MADISON, Wis. – Yesterday, Rep. Shannon Zimmerman, a member of the Joint Committee on Finance, voted to approve $4,000,000 in one-time funding to the Department of Justice to launch a law enforcement data-sharing technology pilot program. Currently, law enforcement agencies across Wisconsin utilize a variety of different vendors that do not
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement after voting to pass the Senate Amendment to H.R. 6500 – Continuing Appropriations Act, 2027. “Keeping the government open is the responsible thing to do,” said Congressman Fitzgerald. “This legislation keeps the government funded through December 11, 2026, ensures critical services continue, p…
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds boaters to make safety a top priority during Labor Day weekend, which marks the last big boating weekend of the year for some and often leads to busy waters. Check your boat safety equipment, review the laws and be aware of other
As Wisconsinites finalize their plans for the Labor Day holiday weekend, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) reminds drivers that a safe trip starts with smart choices behind the wheel. According to AAA, peak travel times are expected from 2-7 p.m. Thursday (Sept. 3), between noon and 8 p.m. Friday (Sept.
Madison, WI — State Representative David Steffen (R-Howard) announced he will introducelegislation in the coming session that will establish screen-free classrooms through the secondgrade. The proposal builds upon recently enacted efforts to curb technology in classrooms, suchas 2025 Act 42 which prohibited use of cell phones during instructional time. “The
MILWAUKEE – The Bricklayers and Allied Craft Workers Union (BAC) of Wisconsin endorses Pedro Colón for Wisconsin Supreme Court. “Pedro has built a career representing hardworking people who are often left behind,” said BAC Director Jim Vick. “He’s taken the time to understand the value of organized labor and what
NEW FRANKEN, WI — Nic Cravillion, candidate for the Wisconsin First Senate District, announced today that his campaign has been endorsed by Wisconsin Right to Life, a leading statewide advocacy organization dedicated to protecting the rights of preborn children and other vulnerable populations in the state. “I appreciate the life saving
Madison – State Treasurer John Leiber announced his agreement with a court decision today that found the diversion of millions of dollars from the Common School Fund to Milwaukee County was unconstitutional. A Waukesha circuit court today heard arguments on a motion in the Stueland v Cullen lawsuit, finding that
LA CROSSE, WI. – Rebecca Cooke declined today an invitation to debate Congressman Derrick Van Orden, despite spending months saying she was eager to debate him. On July 24, Wisconsin Firearm Owners invited both candidates to participate in a one-hour debate focused on the issues facing rural Wisconsin. Congressman Van
MADISON, Wis. — MAGA Extremist Congressman Tom Tiffany skipped out on the first day of votes after a five week paid vacation to campaign for governor. Congressman Tiffany has skipped votes before — earlier this year, Tiffany skipped three votes on landmark bipartisan legislation that would cut red tape to bring down costs and build more housing and
A Community Program MILWAUKEE, Wis. — [August 28, 2026] — A community program designed to make business acquisition a real possibility for people who are ready to pursue it takes place on Saturday, October 3, 2026 from 12:30 – 6:30 PM at the UWM Lubar Entrepreneur Center and is the
MILWAUKEE, Wis. — While David Crowley shows up for work to deliver results for his community, MAGA extremist Tom Tiffany has made a habit of skipping votes—unless they’re to secure massive tax breaks for big tech billionaires. Most recently, after a five-week, taxpayer-funded vacation, Congressman Tiffany couldn’t be bothered to show back up to
Community invited to participate in Hunger Action Month events throughout September. MADISON, WI (September 1, 2026) – As food insecurity reaches unprecedented levels across southwestern Wisconsin, Second Harvest Foodbank is calling on community members to take action during Hunger Action Month this September. According to new data from Feeding America’s annual Map
TO: Interested PartiesFROM: Leslie Dach and Brad Woodhouse, Protect Our CareDATE: September 1, 2026SUBJECT: Trump Has Done Nothing But Sell Out Americans To Enrich Big Drug Companies No President has done more to enrich big drug companies and gaslight Americans on prescription drug costs than Donald Trump. While Trump makes
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has updated the number of measles cases associated with the outbreak in Grant, Iowa, and Lafayette Counties. The latest information can be found on the DHS Measles Dashboard and Outbreaks and Investigations webpage. Please continue to monitor these pages for updates. … Please log in to access subscriber
The News: A Wisconsin judge today issued an oral ruling siding with the Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) in its lawsuit challenging an unconstitutional carve-out that allows Milwaukee County to withhold millions of dollars from Wisconsin’s Common School Fund—just in time for the start of the school year. Additional
MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) – the state chamber of commerce – is again partnering with local chambers from across the state to celebrate September as Chamber of Commerce Month in Wisconsin. Throughout the month, WMC and its affiliate organization, Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce Executives (WCCE), will spotlight the
Plan Ensures Funds Will Be Used for Local Relief, Not DNR Side Projects MADISON – Senator Eric Wimberger (R-Gillett) released the following statement after the Joint Committee on Finance voted today spend the $10 million the State received from a civil settlement in State of Wisconsin v. Tyco on a community-approved plan
OCONOMOWOC, WISC. – September 1st begins a new academic year for students in Wisconsin’s K-12 education system. As neurodivergent students begin a new school year, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Jill Underly has failed to publish data on seclusion and restraint incidents during the 2024-2025 academic year as required by