Hey there, Wisconsin! Governor Tony Evers here. This week, we were pretty excited to announce that for the third year in a row, Wisconsin’s travel and tourism industry had a record-high economic impact in our state. In 2024, travel and tourism brought in a whopping $25.8 billion to Wisconsin. And

MILWAUKEE — The Milwaukee Young Democratic Socialists of America (MKE YDSA) joined hundreds of protesters Tuesday to march against President Donald Trump’s immigration policies, in solidarity with Los Angeles demonstrations. Demonstrators rallied at Cathedral Square Park before sweeping through downtown, arriving at the city’s Department of Homeland Security office on

MILWAUKEE – Today, the Wisconsin State Legislature Joint Committee on Finance will meet to discuss Shared Revenue. Milwaukee County Supervisor Steve F. Taylor issued the following statement: When the Joint Finance Committee meets this afternoon to discuss Shared Revenue, I urge members to address the challenges Milwaukee County faces in funding

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Ranking Member of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education (LHHS), released the following statement after reports that the Trump Administration reinstated some of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) staff that were previously fired

MADISON, Wis. –The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), in cooperation with the United States Forest Service, will begin mating disruptor treatments for spongy moth (Lymantria dispar) this month in seven western Wisconsin counties as a part of the national Slow the Spread program. Residents in the

The News: Following a brief legal battle, WILL recouped over $30,000 in scholarships from the Special Needs Scholarship Program (SNSP), one of Wisconsin’s prominent school choice programs. WILL’s most recent win for school choice is on behalf of St. Paul’s Lutheran School in Oconomowoc, Wis., a nationally accredited member of

MADISON, Wis. – Attorney General Josh Kaul announced on Thursday that he has filed an amicus brief with leaders from 21 states supporting California’s request for a court order blocking the president’s unlawful federalization and deployment of that state’s National Guard. “The Trump administration’s eagerness to deploy the military in an American

MADISON – Parents of children with disabilities will speak at the Capitol on Thursday to urge the Legislature to reimburse school districts for more of their special education costs to remove barriers to educational opportunities and lift the financial burden on local communities. Members of the Legislature’s budget-writing committee are

Hi, I’m Representative Jeff Mursau and I represent the 36 th Assembly District in Northeastern Wisconsin. I wanted to take a bit of your time today to talk to you about June as Dairy Month not only in Wisconsin, but throughout the nation. Wisconsin is proudly known as “America’s Dairyland.”

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers signed Executive Order #266 ordering the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff on Fri., June 13, 2025, in honor of former Maj. Gen. Jerome “Jerry” Berard, who passed away on Mon., Jan 27, 2025, at the age of 87. “Former Adjutant General Maj. Gen.

MADISON — Ahead of today’s Joint Committee on Finance executive session on the 2025-27 biennial budget, State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly is calling on Wisconsin lawmakers to prioritize public education by delivering funding that is flexible, spendable and predictable. “This budget is much more than dollars — it’s about our

MADISON… Hmong and Laotian allies who fought on the side of liberty with U.S. soldiers would be formally recognized as Wisconsin veterans under legislation that cleared an Assembly committee today, following passage in the full Senate last month. State Sen. André Jacque, author of the bill, said the long-overdue recognition honors the

MADISON, Wis. – Today, in recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15, 2025, the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) is raising awareness about the devasting impact social isolation can have on older investors in Wisconsin. Social isolation, whether voluntary or involuntary, significantly contributes to the financial exploitation of older investor…

CHIPPEWA FALLS – Farmers Union Day Camps are returning to communities across Wisconsin this summer. These free, one-day events are open to all youth and aim to inspire the next generation of leaders through hands-on learning rooted in cooperation, community, and agriculture. Several of the camps will take place on working

Menomonie, Wis. – Packaging students from University of Wisconsin-Stout won first place among university teams from around the globe in the 2025 International Molded Fiber Association Student Competition. Preston Briggs, Traverse City, Michigan; Hunter Clausen, Woodville; Lukas David, Johnson Creek; and Isaiah Sparks, St. Paul, created a sustainable packaging solution

MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) – the combined state chamber and manufacturers’ association – released a new video Thursday detailing the governor’s proposal for the state budget. Earlier this year, Governor Evers unveiled his budget proposal ahead of the expiration of the state’s current biennial budget on June 30th. WMC’s General Counsel and

NASHVILLE, TN—June 12, 2025—The American Association for State and Local History (AASLH) proudly announces that the Neville Public Museum is the recipient of an Award of Excellence for Telling Our Stories: LGBTQ+ Voices of Northeast Wisconsin. The AASLH Leadership in History Awards, now in its 80th year, is the most prestigious recognition for

While Wisconsin consistently receives fewer federal funds per capita than most other states, the reach of federal dollars throughout our state remains vast — meaning that federal spending cuts could still have far-ranging impacts here. In every corner of our state, federal funds play a critical role for seniors, veterans,

Madison, WI – Secretary of State Sarah Godlewski today announced the launch of a new online services portal, making it faster and easier for Wisconsinites to access critical Apostille services—no trip to Madison required. “Whether you’re a family adopting a child from another country, a student preparing to study abroad,

MADISON, Wis. — Great Scott! This weekend, as WisDems converge on Wisconsin Dells—think Hill Valley’s Clock Tower Square, but with less hoverboard flair—they’re revealing a flux capacitor-sized disconnect from Wisconsin voters. In 2024, Wisconsinites punched their ticket to the future by enshrining a constitutional amendment to prevent non-citizens from voting in state election… Please