MILWAUKEE – For the fourth year in a row, overdose and opioid overdose deaths are on the decline in Milwaukee County. On Tuesday, April 21, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley was joined by Dr. Ben Weston, the Milwaukee County Medical Examiner Office, and the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)

The Wisconsin Muslim Civic Alliance (WMCA) applauds the Milwaukee Common Council for passing a resolution calling for the immediate release of Salah Sarsour and affirming his right to due process under the Constitution. The resolution passed with a decisive vote of 12-0, with 3 members not present, reflecting strong and unified

GREEN BAY, Wis.— UW-Green Bay asked, and the Phoenix community showed up. Friends, alumni and community partners came together and raised $262,604 during the third annual UW-Green Bay Giving Day marking a 28.2% increase over last year and underscoring the powerful role UW-Green Bay plays in strengthening the region it serves.   Giving

GREEN BAY, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), together with Walleyes for Tomorrow, has announced the continuation of the walleye reward tag study in the Bay of Green Bay and its major tributaries.    The Bay of Green Bay and its tributaries support a world-class walleye fishery that has grown in popularity in recent

Menomonie, Wis. – Girl Scouts and turkeys and zombies! Oh, my! Animation and digital media and video production seniors are busy wrapping up their capstone projects before setting their cinematic monsters loose at the 4th Annual Unspooled Film & Animation Festival on Saturday, May 9, and Sunday, May 10, at University

Today, we mark the passing of Dan Bice, a one-of-a-kind journalist who never flinched, never coasted, and never let powerful people get comfortable. For decades at the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, he asked the questions others wouldn’t, chased facts others missed, and held a bright, unrelenting light on public life in Wisconsin.

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is investigating an officer involved death that occurred in the City of Superior on the evening of Tuesday, April 7, 2026. At 9:47 p.m. Tuesday evening, a Superior Police Department officer, Ibrahim Carson, with 1 year and

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), in celebration of Earth Day, Arbor Day, and Forest Appreciation Week, today released Wisconsin’s Trillion Trees Pledge 2025 Annual Report. The report shows that Wisconsin planted nearly 12 million trees and conserved more than 7,800 acres of forestland in the state in 2025 as part of Wisconsin’s Trillion Trees Pledge, bringing

MADISON, Wis. — Last week, the Chair of the Democratic Party of Wisconsin, Devin Remiker, spoke with reporters about how Democrats from across the state are not taking a beat after Justice-elect Chris Taylor’s massive 20 point win and are gearing up to defeat Republicans in November. While Wisconsin Republicans like Tom

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has closed the Newville boat launch in Rock County, effectively immediately. High water levels on the Rock River have made this launch unsafe to use, and members of the public should avoid visiting the launch until water levels recede. The launch

MILWAUKEE – Following the announcement of the passing of Dan Bice, political journalist for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley released the following statement: “For more than 30 years, Dan Bice was a pillar of Wisconsin’s political landscape. His commitment to nonpartisan, honest reporting set the standard for

For the tenth year, providers recognized for protecting children’s health through vaccination  The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has announced its annual BigShot awardees, celebrating 162 Wisconsin health care providers who are committed to protecting children’s health by ensuring they are up to date on childhood vaccinations that prevent

KENOSHA, WI – Kenosha Police Captain James Beller has been secured the endorsement of the State’s third-largest municipal police force’s association, the Kenosha Professional Police Association. KPPA President Rusten Sheskey informed Beller the Board voted unanimously to endorse him for Kenosha County Sheriff. Beller remarked: “I’m grateful to KPPA for

MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction today announced 95 schools statewide have earned Schools of Recognition honors. The awards celebrate exceptional efforts of educators, students, families, and school staff in ensuring educational success for all students, especially among those facing economic challenges. Launched in 2003, the Schools of Recognition

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to make a lasting impact during the month of April by participating in a Work Play Earth Day event. Annually, Wisconsinites have several opportunities to celebrate Earth Day (April 22) through acts of service and outdoor recreation at

The News: WILL is proud to announce the addition of Rebecca Furdek as Deputy Counsel. Her hire reflects WILL’s continued growth and commitment to litigating high-stakes cases promoting free speech, economic liberty, and equal rights. In Rebecca’s new role, she will be instrumental in pushing back against government overreach in Wisconsin

MADISON, Wis. –  For many, spring cleaning is a popular tradition for decluttering, resetting and refreshing spaces. A new survey by the American Cleaning Institute finds that 80% of Americans plan to spring clean this year, and while spring cleaning offers a fresh start to the warmer seasons, it is important to

MADISON, WI — Tony Castañeda, candidate for Wisconsin’s 76th Assembly District, calls for legislation legalizing marijuana and related products in the state of Wisconsin. “When I first arrived in Madison in 1974, Ben Masel was one of the first people I was introduced to,” Castañeda recalled. “We quickly became friends as

Today, State Representative Cindi Duchow (R-Delafield) announced her re-election bid for the 97th Assembly District. Representative Duchow was first elected to the Wisconsin State Legislature in a 2015 special election. Throughout her decade of service, Representative Duchow has remained steadfast in her commitment to limit government oversight, maintain the safety of our communities and ensure that our youngest Wisconsinites