Public Comment Period Open Through Nov. 14 MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public comment on a proposed variance to the Willow Flowage Scenic Waters Area Master Plan. As described in Chapter NR 44 of the Wisconsin Administrative Code, a master plan variance is a change in the

[Madison, WI] – Yesterday, State Representative Calvin Callahan (R-Tomahawk) presented Officer Julie Powell of the Antigo Police Department with the 2025 First Responder of the Year Award for the 35th Assembly District. Officer Powell began her law enforcement career with the Langlade County Sheriff’s Office in 2013, serving as a full-time corrections

PRAIRIE DU CHIEN, Wis. – The Wisconsin Historical Society announces the listing of the Blackhawk Avenue Historic District in the National Register of Historic Places on September 22, 2025, at the local level of significance. This area has provided commerce to Prairie du Chien, Crawford County, since 1847 and continues

PORTAGE, Wis. – The Wisconsin Historical Society announces the additional documentation for the Portage Canal in the National Register of Historic Places on September 24, 2025 at the statewide level of significance. The Portage Canal extends from Portage, Columbia County along the Fox River. The Portage Canal was originally listed

Several other Jacque proposals also sent to Evers for signature MADISON, WI…A number of bi-partisan bills authored by Sen. André Jacque (New Franken) passed the floor of the State Senate Tuesday and now advance to the governor’s desk for a signature.  Among them is a proposal to toughen the penalties

MADISON, Wis. – Scammers convince consumers to invest their money in fraudulent schemes by using many different tricks – even romance. Ahead of Sweetest Day on October 18, consumers can protect themselves from heartbreak and devastating financial loss by learning how these scams work and how to identify them. In

Representative Alex Dallman Honors Fire Chief and EMS Director Joel Strahota During Ceremony at the Wisconsin State Capitol Madison, WI – Yesterday, Representative Alex Dallman (R–Markesan) announced that Joel Strahota, Fire Chief of the Grand River Fire District – Markesan Fire Department and Director of the Southern Green Lake County Ambulance

Madison – Wisconsin State Representative Tony Kurtz (R-Wonewoc) has chosen Dells/Delton EMS Deputy Chief Brandon Frederick receive the First Responder of the Year Award for the 41st Assembly District. “Deputy Chief Brandon Frederick’s dedication to serving our region is incredible. He has served the Dells/Delton community for 14 years, and serves

MADISON, Wis. — It’s been two weeks since Wisconsin’s congressional delegation, led by Tom Tiffany, Derrick Van Orden and Bryan Steil, shut down the government because they wanted to strip health care funding from Wisconsinites. As the open enrollment period looms and health care premiums are set to more than double for many working

Janesville, WI — The Capital Area Libertarian Party invites the public to a fun and informative evening on Saturday, October 25th at 6:30 PM in downtown Janesville. The event, titled “Backyard S’mores & Candidates Night,” will combine a cozy fall gathering with a hands-on introduction to running for public office

MADISON, Wis. – Today, Assembly Assistant Democratic Leader Representative Kalan Haywood (D-Milwaukee) honored the 16th Assembly District First Responder of the Year, Milwaukee Firefighter Trevor Pinkalla. On this, Representative Haywood released the following statement: “Mr. Pinkalla’s service to the Milwaukee Fire Department has been invaluable to our community. It was an honor

Madison, WI – The Wisconsin State Senate held a floor session today to consider more than forty bills. Among the legislation that was approved by the chamber were two reforms authored by Senator Rob Stafsholt (R – New Richmond). The first of the Senator’s bills to receive a vote was SB

MADISON, Wis – On October 14th, the Wisconsin Legislature convened and passed minor bills related to criminal justice. Representative Randy Udell (D-47th District) released the following statement: “With the federal government shut down and funding slashed for healthcare, food assistance, and other lifeline programs, Wisconsin’s majority party has produced no meaningful

Madison, Wis. — Today, the Wisconsin State Assembly held its biannual ceremony recognizing First Responders from across the state for their outstanding service and acts of heroism. Representative Ann Roe (D-Janesville) was proud to honor Firefighter/Paramedic Nicholas (Nico) Autenrieth of the Janesville Fire Department as the 2025 First Responder of the

MADISON, Wis. – During an Assembly Floor Session focused on recognizing First Responders from across Wisconsin, Republican Leadership shifted their focus to Senate Joint Resolution 88 (SJR88). In response, Assembly Assistant Democratic Leader Kalan Haywood (D-Milwaukee) issued the following statement: “I am deeply disturbed that Republican Leadership chose to change the

Madison, Wis. — Today, Representative Ann Roe (D–Janesville) delivered remarks on the floor of the Wisconsin State Assembly in support of a resolution she authored honoring the life, public service, and accomplishments of former State Senator Tim Cullen. Members of Senator Cullen’s family attended the session at the State Capitol to

MADISON- Representative Andrew Hysell (D-Sun Prairie) welcomed and honored Sun Prairie resident, Captain Edward “Phil” Witkiewicz, as the 48th Assembly District’s First Responder of the Year. Representative Hysell (D-48) released the following statement: “Captain Edward “Phil” Witkiewicz has dedicated his life to protecting people and serving his community. After a

WASHINGTON – Last week, Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations Chairman Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) in sending letters to five federal entities and four telecommunications companies requesting they provide Congress records that were handed over to former Special Counsel Jack Smith as part of his elector

Madison- Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu (R-Oostburg) issued the following statement regarding floor action today: “Today’s Senate action will expand mental health and addiction treatment in the Chippewa Valley, remove barriers to telehealth, and ensure that women with heightened risk of breast cancer get the preventative care that they need.

MADISON, Wis. – Today, the Wisconsin State Assembly voted on Assembly Bill 265, which increases the penalties for human trafficking in our state. The bill passed unanimously on a voice vote. Just minutes later, the Assembly voted on a resolution calling for the release of the Epstein files. That resolution failed