More than $9.3 million investment will support nine affordable housing developments, 485 housing units statewide MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA), announced today the results of the latest round of competitive funding for the Vacancy-to-Vitality, Restore Main Street, and Infrastructure Access loan programs… Please log

Also: Views of the economy improve, though personal finances are unchanged Public split on Trump cabinet appointments, while a large majority think Senate should take time to hold hearings Majority is concerned that tariffs will hurt the economy and divided on whether Trump policies will increase inflation More than three-quarters

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is investigating a spill of crude oil from a pipeline along Enbridge Energy’s Line 6 in the town of Oakland, about four miles east of the village of Cambridge in Jefferson County. On Nov. 11, the DNR received a report from

MADISON, WI (Dec. 17, 2024) – The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), Wisconsin’s leading small business advocacy organization, announced a new advertising campaign across Wisconsin and several other states featuring targeted radio and digital ads that urge Congress to pass the Repealing Big Brother Overreach Act. The legislation would repeal the Corporate

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) today announced new winter road condition categories to better reflect current conditions on roads across the state. The categories are now: Normal, Partially Covered, Completely Covered, Travel Not Advised, and No Report. The information streamlines the categories and makes it easier for motorists. Drivers

Following yesterday’s tragic events, the Dane County Department of Human Services wants to remind those in the Dane County community about the availability of the Behavioral Health Resource Center (BHRC). The BHRC is a free community resource for Dane County residents. The BHRC assists people with connecting to mental health

MADISON, Wis. – Today, Wisconsin’s Presidential Electors met to proudly cast 10 electoral votes for President Donald J. Trump and Vice President-Elect JD Vance.  President Trump’s historic victory in 2024 was just the second time a Republican Presidential candidate has won Wisconsin since 1984. The victory included gains in 68 of

WISCONSIN DELLS – Westby dairy farmer Darin Von Ruden was re-elected president of Wisconsin Farmers Union last weekend in Wisconsin Dells, where more than 200 family farmers and rural advocates gathered for the organization’s 94th annual State Convention.  Von Ruden has served as the organization’s District 5 director since 2008, representing

(Washington, D.C.) – Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-WI) has introduced the Continuing Opportunities for People with Disabilities to Excel Act. This legislation will stop a proposed rule from the Department of Labor (DOL) which could lead to the closure of Community Rehabilitation Providers (CRPs) such as Northwoods Incorporated of Wisconsin in

MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin’s 107 state-chartered credit unions continue to exhibit sound financial performance as of September 30, 2024, according to data released today by the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI). At the end of the third quarter, total assets for Wisconsin’s state-chartered credit unions rose to $66.2 billion. This

WASHINGTON – On December 5, 2024, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), ranking member of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, sent a letter to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) demanding unredacted records on COVID-19 vaccine

Nathan Donovan recalls working on homework on long car rides to youth travel soccer practices, learning from his parents that he could chase his dreams with dedication to both academics and athletics. Donovan, of Hazel Green in southwest Wisconsin, chose the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire to pursue his goals, surrounding

WASHINGTON — GIFFORDS Law Center to Prevent Gun Violence released the latest edition of its Annual Gun Law Scorecard, which grades and ranks each state on the strength of its gun laws. The comprehensive, 50-state analysis reflects that states with stronger gun laws have lower gun death rates and save more lives. This year, Wisconsin

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is accepting award nominations for the 2024 Wisconsin Ethical Hunter Award. Nominees are selected based on exceptional moral actions and character while out in the field. Established in 1997, the award recognizes a hunter whose action is symbolic of Wisconsin’s hunting

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the city of Clintonville is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program to improve its public drinking water system. The project includes the replacement of watermains on Harriet Street and 16th Street. Activities related to

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today signed Executive Order #248 ordering the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff beginning on Mon., Dec. 16, 2024, in honor of the victims of the shooting at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison. Yesterday, Gov.

The devastating news from Abundant Life Christian School this morning is sending shock waves throughout the greater community.   There are no words adequate to the heartbreaking loss of life, the injuries, and the trauma.   My heart is with everyone on whom the burden of this rests most heavily.  This tragedy

MADISON, WI –Representative Shelia Stubbs (D-Madison) released the following statement regarding a fatal shooting incident that occurred this morning at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison:  “My heart goes out to the students, staff, families, and community of Abundant Life Christian School, who experienced a horrific shooting incident earlier today.

FOND DU LAC – Representative Jerry O’Connor (R-Fond du Lac) released the following statement on today’s shooting at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison: “I am deeply saddened by the news of the shooting at Abundant Life Christian School. My great niece and nephew are students at the school and

MADISON­­­­–State Representative Supreme Moore Omokunde offered the following statement in response to the tragic school shooting that occurred today at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison:  “I am deeply saddened that we have another one of these dark moments in our country involving our young people. It is our job as